Laurette Ryan NCPT - CSC, President
Owner of Balancepoint Pilates Teacher Training with satellite programs in Massachusetts and North Carolina since 1999. Pilates Method Subject Matter Expert.
President of Balancepoint Teacher Training and creator of Balancepoint Online. Laurette is a national fitness presenter, CEC provider for NPCP and has taught movement classes and provided continuing education for fitness professionals for over 40 years. Laurette started teaching dance and fitness at age 15. Attending the Boston Conservatory of Dance in 1980, where she was first exposed to the Pilates Method. In 1993 she developed the “Dancer Workout” a Pilates-based exercise class.
Author of “Basic Cuing for Pilates Teachers”, “Ready for Pilates for Everybody”, “The Professional Pilates Teachers Handbook” "Pilates Mat Coloring Book' to name a few . She enjoys writing articles on Pilates and fitness, originator of www.pilatestutoring.com and LauretteRyan.com resources for fitness professionals.
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Jenna Grant-NCPT, Pilates Teacher Training Mentor, Principal Teacher
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Meet Jenna Grant, a seasoned dancer whose love for movement and fitness has evolved into a passion for Pilates. Jenna's journey in dance began in her childhood and continued through her studies at Dean College. Soon after she discovered her passion for Pilates, which quickly became her primary focus.
Jenna's dedication to mastering Pilates led her to pursue comprehensive training in both Pilates and Barre. However, her thirst for knowledge didn't stop there. Driven by a profound interest in health and well-being, Jenna expanded her expertise by becoming a certified Massage Therapist.
Her fascination with anatomy, fascia, and movement mechanics propelled her into becoming a sought-after practitioner and teacher. As a Principal Teacher at Balancepoint Pilates, Jenna imparts her wealth of knowledge through workshops and teacher training sessions.
Jenna's teaching style is characterized by a perfect blend of no-nonsense instruction and lighthearted encouragement, earning her the loyalty and admiration of countless students. Join Jenna on a journey towards holistic wellness and self-discovery through the transformative power of movement.
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Beth LaPerriere
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Beth has been in the wellness/fitness field for more than 20 years. She is a AFFA/NASM certified Personal Trainer, Group Ex instructor and Weight Training Coach.
She is a nationally certified NCPT and has practiced Pilates for 15 years. Beth has enjoyed the position of Southeast Education Director for Balancepoint Training for the approximately 20 years.
She decided in 2002 to further her career in Pilates and did her Balancepoint Comprehensive Pilates Training with Laurette Ryan.
Her decision to study Pilates further was due to the personal benefits she has experienced and her clients life improvements through Pilates work.
Her recent personal battle with Lyme disease has led her to an in-depth study and ongoing research project on the benefit of Pilates movement and chronic disease. She truly believes her Pilates practice kept her ability to walk through the neurological challenges of Lyme disease! Beth enjoys presenting wellness ideas and Pilates therapy to local Lyme and chronic disease support groups.
Beth encourages people of all fitness levels and abilities to try Pilates to experience its therapeutic results.
“Pilates has kept my body moving during a time in my life that it really should have fallen apart.... physically and mentally-I have watched others suffering from Lyme that have not been as fortunate as I to have to have an extensive education in Pilates!"