Simone’s love for Pilates began nearly two decades ago after stumbling into a mat class in Huntington Beach, California. At the time, she struggled to connect with traditional gym workouts and was searching for a form of movement that felt both inspiring and transformative- Pilates immediately stood out. Over the years, she continued practicing on and off before eventually finding a small boutique reformer studio in Nashville, Tennessee, where her passion for the method truly deepened.
Pilates was the first form of exercise that made her feel energized, strong, and genuinely excited to move. Beyond the physical results, she fell in love with the way Pilates could transform how people feel in their bodies and in their everyday lives.
Simone completed her 500+ hour comprehensive Pilates certification and turned her passion into a career. She quickly immersed herself in teaching throughout Nashville before opening Gold Lion Pilates as a home studio in 2022. What started as a small, intimate space grew into a thriving community over the next 2.5 years before expanding into Gold Lion Pilates’ brick-and-mortar studio in September 2024.
Today, Simone is passionate about creating a studio experience rooted in intentional movement, education, longevity, and confidence-building. Her teaching style blends strong foundational Pilates principles with a modern, athletic approach that helps clients feel challenged, supported, and empowered in their movement.
Her goal is simple: for every client to leave feeling better than when they walked in. Whether it’s helping someone move without pain on vacation, return to the activities they love, or simply feel stronger and more confident in their body, Simone believes Pilates has the power to truly change lives. She is deeply passionate about helping people of all ages and fitness levels move well, build strength, and realize it’s never too late to start feeling better.