Return to Calm through Pilates
Nervous system supportive Pilates designed to build grounded strength, resilience, and support — both online and in person.
A Thoughtful, Grounded Approach to Pilates
Hi, I’m Christine! I am a comprehensively trained Pilates instructor offering nervous system supportive movement for people who are carrying a lot.
My work blends classical Pilates with a deep respect for the nervous system, helping you build strength, stability, and confidence in a way that feels safe, accessible, and sustainable.
Whether you’re navigating caregiving responsibilities, chronic stress, sensory overwhelm, or simply seeking a calmer relationship with your body, my goal is to meet you exactly where you are.
I offer both virtual and in-person sessions, creating supportive spaces where you can move with intention, reconnect with yourself, and return to a sense of calm — on and off the mat.
Supportive movement isn’t about pushing harder or doing more — it’s about feeling steady, capable, and connected in your body again.
With each session, you’re invited to build strength and confidence in a way that feels regulated and sustainable.
This work supports your nervous system as much as your muscles, helping you move through daily life with greater ease, awareness, and self-trust.
Sessions are intentionally designed to adapt to your needs, energy, and environment — whether you’re joining virtually or in person.
You’ll be met with thoughtful guidance, clear options, and space to move at your own pace, without pressure or expectation.
This approach is especially supportive for caregivers and individuals navigating chronic stress or sensory overwhelm, while remaining accessible to anyone seeking calm, grounded movement and meaningful support.
Support That Meets You Where You Are
If You’ve Been Hesitating, You’re Not Alone
Many people arrive here carrying full schedules, busy minds, and a lot of responsibility.
You might be wondering whether there’s truly space for movement right now or if Pilates can fit into your life without adding pressure, overwhelm, or extra demands.
This work is designed with those questions in mind.
Here’s What to Expect
Pilates That Fits your Life
Time and energy are valuable — and movement should support your life, not compete with it.
Sessions are offered in flexible formats, including virtual small groups, and in-person classes, so you can choose what feels most supportive for you.
Whether you’re practicing at home or in community, the focus is on accessibility, steadiness, and meeting you where you are — without added pressure or expectation.
A Calm, Supportive Space
Every session is guided with care and intention. You’ll be supported in a space that feels welcoming, respectful, and judgment-free, with clear options to adapt movement to your body, energy, and needs.
This approach is especially supportive for those navigating stress, caregiving responsibilities, or sensory overwhelm - while remaining accessible to anyone seeking grounded, thoughtful movement.
Simple, Accessible Movement
You don’t need special equipment or prior experience to begin. Many sessions start on the mat, using minimal props and clear guidance to support low-impact, effective movement.
With just a bit of space, you’re invited to move in ways that build strength, stability, and confidence - gently and sustainably.
When Life Feels Like a Lot
It’s common to arrive here feeling stretched thin — navigating full days, competing demands, and limited space for yourself.
You may be carrying questions like:
Where movement fits into an already full life
How to care for your body without adding pressure
Whether there’s a way to feel more steady and supported again
These experiences are not a personal failing — they’re a reflection of how much you’re holding.
Support That Acknowledges Real Life
This work is designed with real nervous systems and real lives in mind.
Sessions are guided to reduce overwhelm, offer clear structure, and support you in reconnecting with your body in a way that feels grounding and respectful. There’s no expectation to push, perform, or keep up — only an invitation to move with intention and support.
This approach is especially meaningful for caregivers and neurodivergent adults navigating systems that weren’t designed with their needs in mind, while remaining accessible to anyone seeking steadier, more compassionate movement.
A Starting Point That Feels Doable
You don’t need special equipment, a gym membership, or prior experience to begin.
Many sessions start simply — on the mat, with minimal props and clear guidance — creating an entry point that feels approachable, flexible, and sustainable over time.
You’re Welcome Here
Movement here is designed to meet you where you are — whether you’re practicing on the mat, using a reformer, joining virtually, or attending an in-person class.
Sessions are guided with care, clear options, and respect for your pace. You’re invited to move in a way that feels supportive and steady, in a space that’s welcoming, judgment-free, and grounded in nervous system awareness.
This time isn’t about pushing or proving — it’s about reconnecting with your body, finding steadiness, and building confidence in a way that feels sustainable and kind.
Pilates, in a Way That Fits You
Support that adapts to real life
Sessions are designed to meet you where you are — physically, energetically, and logistically — and to support steady, sustainable movement over time.
Personalized Support
Each session is thoughtfully adapted to your body, energy, and needs on that day. Whether you have a short window or more spacious time, movement is guided in a way that feels supportive rather than demanding.
Accessible Wherever You Practice
You don’t need special equipment to begin. Many sessions start simply on the mat, with clear guidance and options. If you have access to equipment, such as a reformer, it can be incorporated naturally and safely.
A Calm, Supportive Environment
Whether you’re new to Pilates or returning after time away, you’ll be guided in a space that is welcoming, respectful, and free from pressure or comparison.
Steady, Sustainable Progress
Over time, this work supports strength, stability, and a calmer connection to your body — without rushing, forcing, or striving.
This work is designed to be collaborative, flexible, and responsive — offering support that fits into your life without adding pressure or expectation.
Sessions are designed to help you leave feeling more grounded, supported, and at ease — both in your body and your mind.
Over time, this work supports strength, alignment, and a steadier connection to yourself, allowing movement to feel more integrated into your life rather than something you have to push for.
Many clients notice:
greater ease in everyday movement
improved posture and breath awareness
a calmer, more connected relationship with their body
This isn’t about forcing change or chasing transformation. It’s about creating consistent, supportive movement that helps you feel more settled, capable, and at home in your body.
Feel Lighter.
Move with More Ease.
In Their Words
Experiences from people who’ve practiced with CMB Pilates
Below, clients share what it’s been like to move in this space — from feeling more supported and confident to noticing greater ease and connection in their bodies over time.
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Christine's Pilates classes have truly been a game changer for me. She’s not only an amazing instructor but also incredibly patient, knowledgeable, and motivating. Her classes have helped me feel stronger, more flexible, and more connected to my body. I always leave feeling refreshed, empowered, and proud of myself. I'm so grateful for her guidance and the way she makes every class feel welcoming and uplifting. Highly recommend her to anyone looking to improve their physical and mental wellness.
Jessica M.
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Christine is the best! She’s so good at giving clear cues over Zoom (she never lets me slack on alignment!) and always puts together workouts that are just right for me—accessible but still challenging. Plus, she’s warm, positive, and makes every class fun. I always finish feeling stronger, happier, and super grateful for her guidance.
Stephanie R.
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Christine is an amazing Pilates Instructor and I always enjoy taking her classes. Seeing her growth as a Pilates student to now as a teacher is incredible. She has gained so much confidence in the practice from the time she started. You can feel the passion she has for Pilates during her classes. Christine always makes class fun in some sort of way, whether it’s her dad jokes she tells during our plank sequence or her singing to her playlists while teaching. She is always open to recommendations and feedback after each class she teaches which I find important. If you haven’t gotten to experience one of her classes, I highly recommend that you sign up for one.
Megan C.
Ways to Practice with CMB Pilates
Supportive Pilates is offered in a few intentional formats — each designed to meet different needs, schedules, and nervous systems.
You’ll find options including ongoing virtual group classes, in-person Pilates offered as series and community drop-ins, and Care for Caregivers™ programs designed for workplaces and organizations.
You’re invited to choose the option that feels most supportive for where you are right now. Scroll down to learn more.
Virtual Group Pilates
Ongoing, nervous-system supportive movement — from home
Virtual group classes are designed to support consistency, regulation, and sustainable strength in real life.
These sessions offer:
Thoughtful, guided mat-based Pilates
Clear cues and accessible options
A calm, supportive environment you can join from home
Structure without pressure or overwhelm
This offering is well-suited for those seeking steady, ongoing support with movement over time.
A waitlist is currently open for upcoming virtual group classes.
Care for Caregivers™
Nervous-system supportive movement for workplaces and organizations
Care for Caregivers™ brings Pilates-based, nervous-system–informed movement into workplaces that support caregivers, healthcare professionals, and service-based teams.
These sessions are designed to:
Reduce stress and overwhelm
Support regulation and resilience
Create space for restoration and embodiment during the workday
Offered virtually for organizations seeking sustainable, human-centered wellness support.
In-Person Pilates
Grounded movement in small, supportive settings
In-person classes are offered as:
Ongoing small-group series
Community-based drop-in classes
These sessions provide space to move together, build strength, and reconnect in a shared environment — while still honoring individual needs, energy levels, and pacing.
Capacity is intentionally limited to maintain a supportive, regulated experience.
Grounded, Supportive Pilates with CMB Pilates
Pilates here is more than movement — it’s a steady, supportive practice designed to help you feel more at home in your body over time.
Sessions are guided with care and intention, supporting strength, stability, and confidence in a way that feels regulated and sustainable.
The focus isn’t on pushing or proving — it’s on moving with awareness, building trust in your body, and finding ease in everyday movement.
Whether you’re seeking relief from stress, support through life’s demands, or a calmer relationship with movement, this work is designed to meet you where you are and grow with you.
Learn more about the philosophy and approach behind CMB Pilates.
Stay Connected with CMB Pilates
Receive gentle updates rooted in nervous-system supportive movement — shared with care and without pressure or overwhelm.
When you join the CMB Pilates community, you’ll receive:
Early access to upcoming virtual group classes and community offerings
First invitations to pop-up sessions and special events
Occasional reflections, simple movement resources, and a weekly feature to support calm, strength, and steadiness in everyday life
You’re always welcome to engage at your own pace, in a way that fits your life and energy — both online and in person.