leslieleonardpilates

About Leslie Leonard

Welcome! My name is (Mary) Leslie Leonard, and I am a certified personal trainer that specializes in Pilates based movements. Movement makes me happy. Whether it’s my movement or the movement of my clients, I find joy in the discovery of what our bodies can do.

I have been a Pilates practitioner and personal trainer for 15 plus years and a Pilates reformer instructor for the past 12 years. I realized early on that Pilates is a form of exercise that is accessible, challenging and best of all – fun. My experience as a practitioner and an instructor confirms to me that a regular practice of Pilates can both enhance your daily activities and complement other forms of movement. In my small studio, I prioritize safety and support for us all.

I am proud to be a double ‘Cane (BA, MA Communication) with an additional degree (AS Exercise Science), earned later when my four children embarked on their own higher ed journeys. Outside of the studio, I am an avid reader, I love to cook and I enjoy outdoor adventures with my family, friends, and our two pups – Laila and Stella, and our cat - Messi.

About leslieleonardpilates

Boutique Environment

Movement that Evolves

Boutique Environment

As a personal trainer, I prioritize healthy movement for myself and my clients. My studio environment ensures personalized training sessions so you can learn how to move efficiently and safely - at a pace that suits you, in every season of life.

Holistic Approach

Movement that Evolves

Boutique Environment

My teaching style is to provide a customized class with movements that challenge and educate you. I encourage questions and take delight in 'lightbulb' moments. My goal is for you to leave your class feeling energized, excited about your practice of Pilates and ready to take on life's other challenges!

Movement that Evolves

Pilates is a practice that has evolved over the past 100 years to incorporate the science of exercise while staying true to its six primary principals - breath, concentration, control, precision, center, flow. Each 50 minute training session will build on these principals with progressive athletic movements designed to improve your flexibility, strength and balance.