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Celeste Caliri

Celeste Caliri

Seattle,Washington

Summary

Experienced Stott Trained Pilates Instructor with a proven track record teaching at pilates studios within the community. Teach both mat and equipment classes. Dedicated following and continued client growth through word of mouth and unique teaching approach. Entrepreneurial and creative pilates retreat host and curator. Passionate about turning innovative ideas, local resources, and collaborating with other small businesses owners, into a beautiful retreat experience. I foster a welcoming community and inclusive class experience, while driving growth and operational excellence in the Pilates industry.

Overview

19
19
years of professional experience
3
3
Certification

Work History

Founder and Instructor of Pilatecise With Celeste

Pilatecise With Celeste
11.2024 - Current
  • Started my own studio space with a twist on a Pilates method to make the movement and classes feel more approachable; called Pilatecise.
  • Grow clientele by understanding industry trends and advances in both rehab and isometric strength movement.
  • Create a warm community feel and welcoming tone to a culture that can feel intimidating and knit-picky.
  • Built a brand, website, payment platform, all promotional materials, social media campaigns, and video content.
  • Design and host yearly pilates retreat experiences, recruiting 20-30 clients, for an all inclusive weekend (or full week) experience in a beautiful boutique hotel/resort, locally sourced food, twice daily pilates, and custom swag.
  • Collaborate with neighboring businesses to teach pop up mat classes on location.
  • Offer virtual classes, privates, and duets for clientele that can not make it to the studio or are traveling.

Stott Pilates Instructor

The Pilates Hub
05.2021 - 10.2023
  • Connected with clients and made them feel seen at a time when Covid distancing made it hard for clients to feel connected and missed community.
  • Collaborated with fellow instructors to develop new classes, proposed fundraising events, worked on holidays so the studio didn't have to close.
  • Taught specialized classes like Prenatal Pilates.
  • Received consistent positive feedback and reviews from both clients and colleagues alike regarding instructional skills.
  • Able to effectively and safely instruct a full class of 8 clients on reformers of varying levels and body histories.

Stott Pilates Instructor

Seattle Pilates Collective
03.2019 - 03.2021
  • Maintained a clean and organized studio space, in charge of early morning opening and later evening closing duties
  • Provided a safe and effective workout for a full studio (of up to 6 reformers) with clients of varying levels, injuries, motivations, or limitations
  • Offered a more thorough and customized training in Privates and Duet Session
  • Encouraged Clients to add Privates/Duets to their training
  • Built community and deep relationships with individual clients to increase client retention
  • Boosted Client enrollment with clients that followed from previous studios
  • Taught Beginner Pilates and Intermediate Pilates, offering progressions and modifications.
  • Helped think outside the box, create video content, collaborate with other instructors, and respect changing studio policies during Covid.

Senior Stott Pilates Instructor

Studio Evolve
11.2009 - 08.2018
  • Provided custom modifications for clients with injuries or limitations, building trust with clients
  • Provided progressions for clients with very specific goals
  • Collaborated with fellow instructors to develop new class offerings, fun circuits, attracting more clientele.
  • Conducted workshops on special topics such as prenatal Pilates, rehab exercises, or Pilates on the go; simple exercises that can be done when you travel.
  • Maintained a clean and organized studio space, ensuring a welcoming and safe environment, trusted to open and close the studio.
  • Managed Client Payments
  • Improved clients strength, balance, and confidence so they can continue staying active and doing what they love for a long time.
  • Assisted with marketing and promoting of classes and services.
  • Mentored, helped hire, and trained new instructors to ensure quality teaching methods.

Pilates and Kinesis Wall Instructor

Vera
07.2009 - 10.2010
  • Thorough and easy to follow queuing to ensure safety and correct form on a type of equipment that was new to most
  • Made a room of various levels and age groups feel connected and really fun
  • Combined my Stott Pilates Training into the Kinesis methods to customize the workout and bring in my personalized expertise

Stott Reformer and Mat Pilates Instructor

Maya Whole Health
06.2008 - 03.2009


  • Collaborated with Studio owner and fellow instructors to develop new class offerings, pop-up events attracting diverse clientele.
  • Responsible for opening and closing duties; kept equipment clean and organized.
  • Increased client retention by creating close connections with clients, a sense of community, and customizing the workouts to fit their individual goals.
  • Encouraged clients to add Privates to further their training
  • Attended Chair, Tower, Cadillac, and ISP education classes to progress current knowledge.


Mat All Levels Pilates Instructor

YMCA
08.2006 - 05.2007
  • Provided variations for all levels, ages, and injuries ensuring a safe and approachable pilates experience.
  • Improved clients form and balance through tailored stabilization exercises, targeting specific muscle groups.
  • Developed strong relationships with clients, resulting in packed classes of average 18 clients, with a high retention rate and referrals.
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Education

Bachelor of Arts - Fine Arts And Communications

Loyola Marymount University
Los Angeles, CA
05-2005

Skills

  • Visionary leadership
  • Entrepreneurial and innovative
  • Client engagement
  • Digital marketing expertise
  • Logo and Graphic Design
  • Commitment to ethical standards
  • Client acquisition and retention
  • Start-up operations

Certification

  • Honolulu Marathon Coach, Honolulu HI - 2006 - 2007
  • Completed Stott Mat Pilates Training - 2007
  • Completed Stott Reformer Pilates Training - 2007
  • Completed Injuries and Special Populations Course (including Prental) - 2007
  • Chair/Tower/Barrel Training - 2007

Additional Information

When I am not teaching in the studio, I am in front of a wacom tablet as a freelance VFX artist. Digital Matte Painter for television, commercials, and film.

Timeline

Founder and Instructor of Pilatecise With Celeste

Pilatecise With Celeste
11.2024 - Current

Stott Pilates Instructor

The Pilates Hub
05.2021 - 10.2023

Stott Pilates Instructor

Seattle Pilates Collective
03.2019 - 03.2021

Senior Stott Pilates Instructor

Studio Evolve
11.2009 - 08.2018

Pilates and Kinesis Wall Instructor

Vera
07.2009 - 10.2010

Stott Reformer and Mat Pilates Instructor

Maya Whole Health
06.2008 - 03.2009

Mat All Levels Pilates Instructor

YMCA
08.2006 - 05.2007

Bachelor of Arts - Fine Arts And Communications

Loyola Marymount University

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