Sage Therapeutic Pilates was opened in 2017 to promote whole body health through Pilates and therapeutic exercise. With emphasis on breath and flowing, yet precise movements Pilates helps to achieve balanced strength and stability for our bodies. Feeling strong and moving freely have a significant influence on our quality of life, and we want to help you feel your best!
Our team has highly trained and experienced Pilates Teachers. We work with all ages and fitness levels and have experience with many types of conditions, including scoliosis, osteoporosis, joint replacements, spine fusions, peripheral neuropathy, stenosis and arthritis. We also enjoy working with all levels and types of athletes. ALL body types benefit from Pilates!
We offer individual and small group sessions on the Pilates equipment. Individual and small group sessions are offered by appointment only.
The Sage Team
Jenny Constenius, PT
Certified Pilates Teacher
Licensed Physical Therapist
Jenny graduated from the University of Colorado Health Sciences Center with a degree in Physical Therapy in 1990 and has practiced orthopedic physical therapy for over 30 years. She was trained in the Fletcher Pilates method and became a PMA and Fletcher certified Pilates Teacher in 2007. She is a Certified Health Coach and also has additional training in manual therapy, craniosacral therapy and Zero Balancing. She has focused her career on correcting muscle imbalances and improving body mechanics. Her years of experience have deepened her belief that exercise and good nutrition are our bodies’ best medicine.
Lyssa McPherson
Master Pilates Teacher
Advance Rossiter Stretch Coach
Lyssa’s Classical Pilates teacher training began in 2004 and in 2014, she entered an Occupational Therapy program at the local college in Corvalis, Oregon. She gained invaluable knowledge and skills in working with individuals with physical and neurological challenges and was ultimately hired to teach Pilates-based movement therapy in a physical therapy clinic. This experience increased her understanding of movement science exponentially, particularly when working with challenging and complex myofascial issues related to pain and dysfunction. She has taken hundreds of additional training hours, including MELT (Myofacsial Energetic Lengthening Technique) and Rossiter Stretch techniques, and integrated these skills with pilates-based exercises into a movement therapy approach she calls FasciaLogic. The FasciaLogic approach has proved to be highly effective at unwinding and reorganizing tissue so the joints can move with less restriction, greater stability, and integrity. Lyssa’s goal with every client is to restore and empower their ability to develop and maintain a healthy, strong, supple, and pain- free body for life.
Michelle Gluck
Certified Pilates Teacher
Michelle found Pilates, rather Pilates found Michelle, during a Summer surfing hiatus from her corporate job in 2004. Having never been much of an athlete or dancer Pilates snuck into her heart and has remained a source and outlet, of creativity, strength and mindfulness. Michelle was trained in Burbank, CA at Center Studio Pilates & Physical Therapy. She incorporates the concepts of Pilates into her daily life from washing the dishes, focusing on connecting the shoulders and core, to driving (with the chin slightly tucked towards a gently lifted heart). She believes this form of exercise is a way of moving gracefully through the day. After returning to corporate business, Michelle recognized the need for a regular mindful fitness practice to combat physical and mental stress. Her passion for teaching Pilates was reignited when a friend needed alternative fitness options due to neck strain from constant computer work. She enjoys teaching playful, progressive moves built around the principles of mindful movement while honoring your body as it is… today.
Colleen McDonnell
Certified Pilates Teacher
Colleen became a fitness enthusiast after losing more than 60 pounds! Her newfound eagerness for fitness and personal transformation inspired her to become a Pilates teacher over 8 years ago. It’s obvious that she loves what she does. Colleen believes that being active is one of the best things you can do for your health and is excited to share the benefits of Pilates with her clients. She is a comprehensively trained Pilates Teacher and also has certifications in TRX, Barre Pilates, Pilates Suspension Method and Silver Sneakers.
Claire Hancock
Certified Pilates Teacher
Dance Teacher and Choreographer
Claire Hancock is a choreographer, dancer, actor, and interdisciplinary artist. She holds a Master of Arts degree in European Dance Theatre from the Trinity Laban Conservatoire in London, and earned both a Bachelor and Master of Fine Arts degree in dance from the University of Arizona. Upon meeting Ron Fletcher and inspired to learn and teach his work, she completed the Fletcher Pilates® Comprehensive Program in August 2010 and has been a Fletcher Pilates® Qualified Teacher ever since. Hancock co-founded and directed Artifact Dance Project from 2009-2019 a professional dance company dedicated to dance, live music, and film. Recently she has been developing and creating work with composer Vincent Calianno for a new company, Two Trains, which focuses on producing works for new media. She also served as dance faculty at Randolph College in Lynchburg, VA during the 2024-25 academic year.
Shaila Silverio, MPT
Licensed Physical Therapist
Certified Pilates Teacher
Shaila has a lifelong passion for effective body mechanics as she played collegiate soccer, earned a Master of Physical Therapy (MPT) from MUSC in 2000 and has been a licensed physical therapist ever since. Drawn to Pilates for its deep mind-body connection, she is currently obtaining her BASI teacher certification to further integrate movement and rehabilitation. Her professional career spans the full continuum of care and extensive experience in varied healthcare settings. Currently, Shaila serves as Vice President of Strategic Alignment & Execution at Optum Health, focusing on innovative healthcare strategies.
Joanna Dinan
Certified Pilates Teacher
Certified Strength Trainer
For Joanna, it was a logical choice to combine Pilates alongside her bodybuilding and strength training to alleviate back pain. After years of teaching various types of exercise, she was ready for a new way to challenge herself by becoming comprehensively certified in Pilates. Joanna brings her personal experiences to her classes to push you further in your Pilates practice. Her abilities in understanding that body movement is an art that involves coordination, motivation, and self-discipline. Additional Certifications: Barre Above, Barre Above 2, & Pilates Suspension Method.
Christina Fay
Certified Pilates Teacher
Christina discovered her passion for Pilates in 2019 after winning an auction for a series of mat classes. She quickly fell in love with the practice, appreciating the focus on controlled movement, breathing, and concentration. The method offered relief from chronic pain associated with daily life and other forms of exercise, making her feel better in her body.
After several years of dedication to the Pilates practice, Christina decided to advance her journey and became a certified teacher through BASI Pilates. She thrives on continuously refining her own movement control and enjoys guiding others through challenging and creative exercises. Beyond the physical benefits, Pilates has brought Christina immense joy and pride, serving as a anchor for mind, body and soul through challenging life circumstances.
Julia Schlueter, Ed.D.
Certified Pilates Teacher, Certified Personal Trainer,
Corrective Exercise Specialist, PWR!Moves Instructor
As a fitness professional, I’m passionate about helping older adults regain strength, flexibility, and confidence in their daily lives. My personal journey through multiple joint replacements has given me a deep understanding of the challenges and triumphs that come with recovery. I specialize in supporting others through rehabilitation from injuries, surgeries, and joint replacements. In my personal and professional practice, I integrate Pilates, Personal Training, and Parkinson’s Wellness Recovery movements for a comprehensive approach tailored for the body’s “need of the day”. I teach from the heart, acknowledging the mental and emotional well-being associated with regaining confidence and joy. Your journey inspires me every day!
Sue Torrence PT, MS, ATC
Licensed Physical Therapist
Athletic Trainer
Certified in Dry Needling
Sue’s love for movement and activity started at a young age, leading her to earn a degree in Athletic Training and a Masters in Physical Therapy. She brings over 25 years experience in outpatient care, treating everything from neck to foot, with a more recent focus on the hip/pelvis. Biomechanics and muscle balance are central in her approach, allowing her to individualize therapeutic programs. Sue incorporates a variety of treatment tools, including joint mobilization, focused manual techniques, kinesiotaping and Functional Dry Needling, to improve movement patterns and enhance function. Her passion is to help identify and educate the “why” to help empower one to address the “how” through means best suited for them. We hope that she can help you on your wellness journey as you continue your path with Pilates!
Kimberly Schmitz
Certified Fletcher Pilates Teacher,
Certified Yoga Teacher
Certified Pfilates (Pelvic Floor Pilates) Teacher
Kimberly loves to move but REALLY loves to teach and help others move and feel their best. She is fascinated by the minutiae of movement and seeks to pass the joy of attention to these details to students and clients. She endlessly seeks new knowledge on the practices, the body, menopause, meditation, and spirituality. Kimberly enjoys taking classes by brilliant Pilates and Yoga teachers, lifting weights, riding horses, walking her donkey, reading, hanging with family and tending to her menagerie of animals.