Frequently Asked Questions

Do I have to be “in shape” to start?

Nope! I have actually found Pilates to be an excellent launching point for people wanting to BEGIN a fitness habit. It is very joint friendly even as we are strengthening to get back to or begin a more rigorous movement program. And that means different things to different people. From beginning to walk the dog more or take that leap to training to qualify for the Boston Marathon.

Do you take beginners?

Yes - beginners and advanced movers alike thrive in this training. We start where you nervous system is ready.

Do you work with older adults or masters athletes?

Absolutely!

Do you do rehab?

I support movement learning and nervous-system-safe strength. I do not diagnose. I collaborate with your medical team when needed.

Is this training; integration of NVR, FRC, and Pilates, “Hard Enough” for Cross-Training?

Absolutely. You’ll be surprised by how effective this integrated training is — and that’s not bias, it’s experience. The precision of combining Neurovascular Release, Functional Range Conditioning, and Pilates challenges stabilizing muscles, enhances joint control, and trains the body through every plane of motion. I’ve worked with bodybuilders, marathoners, competitive teen athletes, and cyclists — all leave challenged, rebalanced, and more efficient after each session.

This is precision work designed to clean up the rough edges — refining how your body organizes, stabilizes, and transfers force. That refinement directly translates into your sport, creating a more profound athletic edge, greater efficiency, and improved recovery. Whether your goal is strength, mobility, or resilience, this integrated system provides the intelligent resistance and adaptability elite cross-training demands.

Can I book with you now?

My schedule is usually full. But, contact me and we work on getting you scheduled!

I’m recovering from an illness, surgery, or have chronic disease. Will this help?

I cannot say it enough, but pain free movement is vital to happiness. And I truly believe we can get there. It may not be in the first session but this training is a VERY different modality of exercise. One may have not experienced before and it is worth a try. I have had the pleasure of working with a variety of people over the years….joint replacements, COVID recovery, Spinal Fusions, Pelvic Floor Dysfunction, Fibromyalgia, Complex Regional Pain Syndrome, Scoliosis, Osteoporosis…to name a few. You and I will work in a safe environment, going at the pace your body is accepting on that day. Thus ensuring we are creating lasting change to make a positive impact in your movement journey.

Nicole, is this your hobby?

No, this is not my hobby. I love training people, it is my passion. If this was my hobby, I would not have invested so significantly into costly & time consuming continuing education over the years. I will say that I do work part-time right now. I have a wonderful family - a husband who is a pilot and an amazing teenage son. So, I do fly solo at home consistently, necessitating me to be “on call” for teen transportation, the dinner schedule, parent meetings, etc. My hours and days are currently based around the school schedule, allowing me to make the most of these final years with my kiddo at home.

What does NCPT stand for?

NCPT is a designation from The National Pilates Certification Program(NPCP) that is accredited by the National Commission for Certifying Agencies (NCCA). The NPCP sets the standards for the Pilates professional body. A trained Pilates Instructor is awarded the NCPT after meeting professional standards and passing the certification exam. Once NCPT has been achieved, specific guidelines for continuing education must be met for ongoing professional growth.

What does FRCms stand for?

FRCms is a certification specific to Functional Range Conditioning, Mobility Specialist. This certification is a comprehensive joint training system that is based on scientific research. It is a perfect fit to the Pilates work and greatly effects the ability to achieve results to whatever goals a client may have. FRC allows us to break down movement patterns that may be causing pain, pinching, or to find more power and strength in that joint. FRC allows us the ability to create sustainable and consistent daily movement patterns to assist the affected joint.

Why do you use so many little props?

Many of the courses I have taken has taught me that utilizing highly effective queuing and the effectual use of props leads to faster and more sustainable results. As we use the brain’s ability to substantially create more efficient and powerful movement, not just push harder or pile on the weight and do that 1,000 times to create change. To create the neuroplasticity to move differently and create change in physical performance; creativity is a must and it is a synthesis of things to work differently for every individual.