About Me

My name is Vanessa Bishop, and I live in Austin, Texas. A few years ago, while working at the UCLA Medical Center in Los Angeles, I took up Pilates. The combination of sitting at a computer and standing for long periods of time had taken a toll on my posture. My regular exercise routine wasn't addressing my need for better body alignment, nor was it helping me to shed the last of my pre-wedding weight gain. After about three months of private training, I found Pilates not only improved my posture, but transformed my body shape while boosting my energy level. And, best of all, I dropped the last of my pre-wedding pounds!

In 2006, my husband, Mark, and I moved to Austin. I began my Pilates certification while working at a studio downtown. Today, I am a trained instructor in Classical Pilates, with more than 500 hours of teaching, observation, and workout. My training also includes instruction on the anatomy. And I am currently working towards certification in GYROKINESIS, a movement system that gently works the entire body.

I know that many people feel intimidated or afraid about working out in a gym. I am delighted to offer a fully-equipped home studio for one-on-one or duet instruction to people who want to get fit, lose weight, or just feel better about themselves. The most rewarding aspect for me is knowing that I helped my clients, who work so hard, achieve their physical milestones. My wish for all is to discover what Pilates can do for you!