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
Certified Pilates Teacher
Licensed Physical Therapist
Certified Health Coach
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.
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
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. ,
Katie Surridge
Certified Pilates Teacher
Certified Gyrotonic Teacher
Certified Personal Trainer
Katie Surridge is a dedicated Pilates and Fitness professional who has been teaching for over 20 years. She began instructing group fitness classes as an undergraduate at the University of Arizona where she studied Dance, Spanish and Communication. During that time she was exposed to Pilates and developed a passion for the method. Katie attained her Fletcher Pilates certification in 2006 and primarily teaches Pilates in a private or group setting. Katie’s clients benefit from her additional perspective having attained certifications in Gyrotonic, NASM Personal Training, Yamuna Body Rolling and ACE Group Fitness. Katie offers variety and versatility. She is driven to help clients achieve their desired results while creating an environment that promotes fun and enjoyment of the workout. Her goals are to inspire mindfulness of the body and to teach lessons that can be applied in everyday life. When she is not teaching Katie loves exploring and having fun with her husband and 3 kids. She also loves to travel, dance, hike and cuddle her dog Lucy Bright.
Ellen Hunt
Pilates Teacher
Senior Fitness Specialist
Personal Trainer for Special Populations
Ellen graduated from Kean University in NJ with teaching degrees in Early Childhood and Elementary Education. She trained in the Fletcher Pilates Method where she met Jenny Constenius and they became friends. She graduated from the program of study in 2007 and became a PMA and Fletcher certified Pilates Teacher. Ellen has been teaching fitness and specialized in seniors and special populations since 2001. She became introduced to Pilates while working at Miraval and fell in love with the work and how it made her feel in her own body. She knew she wanted to share this with her own clients because Pilates is for everyone! The Pilates Method has kept her fit and strong. Ellen loves living in the desert and feels it was a great place to raise her family. She enjoys hiking, tandem cycling, drawing, long dog walks with her rescue Nova, and spending time with her husband and two adult children. Pilates has helped Ellen overcome two serious accidents. The Pilates Method has a strong physical therapy base that everyone can benefit from.
Stirling Crebbs
Certified Pilates Teacher
Bio coming soon! Stirling plans to join Sage Pilates in mid October, 2023!
Natalie Comerford Dadey
Certified Pilates Teacher
Licensed Respiratory Therapist
PWR Instructor for Parkinson’s Wellness
I began teaching mat Pilates in 2007, while working full time in healthcare as a RRT./RPSGT. My experience as a mat instructor led to further education, more certifications, comprehensive Pilates training and other teaching opportunities, including my work with individuals with Parkinson's disease. What began as a hobby, became a full time vocation and passion. Pilates has been the gift that changed my body and my life and now I get to help others work successfully in all of my classes.