Amanda is a comprehensively trained and certified Pilates Instructor through Balanced Body.
She has been teaching for over ten years and practicing her whole life. She is also a
contemporary ballet dancer. Amanda has toured internationally, performed works by
world-renowned choreographers in prestigious theatres such as The Joyce, Kennedy Center,
Brooklyn Academy of Music, and Hollywood Bowl among others, and is featured in Bon Iver’s
Naeem lyric video. Throughout her dance career, Amanda credits Pilates to staying healthy,
strong, and injury free.
She is passionate about sharing the Pilates method with others and helping people achieve the
strength, confidence, and trust in their bodies that Pilates has offered her. Amanda has worked
with private clients through injuries, surgery, rehabilitation, prenatal and postpartum, as well as
neurodivergent clients and disabilities. She believes that Pilates is for everyone and every body.
Her clients leave the studio feeling empowered, centered, and more deeply connected to
themselves.
Amanda, her husband and their pup, Arthur, are brand new to Denver and so excited to
discover the city. When not teaching pilates or in ballet class, you can find Amanda exploring
new hiking trails, hitting the slopes in the winter, or traveling!

Sutton Anker has a strong passion for teaching: dance technique, dance science/wellness, Pilates, and creativemovement classes for all ages and abilities. Her interest in dance medicine and science began at the University of Wyoming where she earned her B.F.A. in 2013 in Dance concentration of Science. In 2015, Sutton graduated with her Masters of Science in Dance Science from Trinity Laban Conservatoire of Music and Dance in London, U.K.

Sutton’s personal and academic interest in pedagogy and advocacy for safe dance practice is what drew her to be a Safe in Dance International (SiDI) Registered Provider. Sutton has presented two of her mirror research studies including her Master’s thesis, An Investigation of Pedagogical Rationales for Current Mirror Use in a Ballet Technique Class at the 2016 International Association for Dance Medicine and Science (IADMS) conference in Hong Kong. Sutton became a staff member of IADMS in 2019 as the Programming Manager, assisting teams across the organization to plan, coordinate, and implement successful conference programming and marketing campaigns.

In 2019, Sutton became a certified BASI Pilates instructor. She loves the Pilates’ accessibility and mind-body focus and works with clients of all ages and abilities to educate and support them on their personal wellness journey.

Certified Pilates Instructor & Wellness Advocate

With a passion for fitness and holistic wellness, I am a certified Pilates instructor dedicated to empowering individuals through movement and mindful practices. My journey in the world of fitness began with obtaining my Pilates Mat & Reformer certification  followed by extensive experience in teaching and studio management across various locations, including Hawaii and India.

Having taught at renowned studios such as Harmony Pilates and Pilates Maui, I specialize in creating tailored Pilates programs that cater to diverse fitness levels and individual goals. My approach emphasizes proper alignment, core strength, and the importance of breath, ensuring that each client receives a comprehensive and enjoyable workout.

Teaching Philosophy 

I believe that Pilates is not just a workout; it’s a journey toward better health and self-awareness. My classes are designed to inspire, challenge, and support participants in discovering their strength and flexibility while promoting overall well-being. Whether you are a beginner or an experienced practitioner, I strive to create an inclusive environment where everyone can thrive.

Saralyn Ward, NASM-CPT, is a teacher, entrepreneur, and advocate whose passion is to inspire and empower others to live their best lives. After studying dance and kinesiology at Penn State University, Saralyn moved to New York City to pursue a professional dance career. Her aspirations took a turn, however, when an ACL injury led her to Pilates. 

Certified by STOTT Pilates in 2004, and then by Pilates Academy International in 2007, Saralyn has taught Pilates in Manhattan, Denver, and Boulder, in both fitness and rehabilitation settings. She became a Certifying Instructor in 2008, and taught Anatomy, Biomechanics, and Corrective Exercise for Special Populations to aspiring instructors. She’s also a certified personal trainer through the National Association of Sports Medicine and has starred in several fitness videos for companies like Shape Magazine, Reebok, and Gaiam.

Saralyn partnered with Denver spinal surgeon Dr. Shay Bess, offering rehabilitative Pilates to scoliosis and spondylolisthesis patients, and she was the Pilates Director at Pura Vida Athletic Club, where she specialized in pre- and postnatal Pilates, helping numerous women navigate fitness postpartum. 

Saralyn first became a mother in 2013, and despite her experience teaching postpartum women, she was shocked to realize how little information was available about pelvic floor health, diastasis recti, mental health, and hormone health after childbirth. After struggling with these issues herself, she made it her mission to bridge the postpartum information gap and offer a holistic approach to postpartum fitness that would empower women as they entered motherhood.

In June of 2018, Saralyn published Amazon’s #1 New Kindle Release in Babies and Toddlers: The Guide to Survive Motherhood: Newborn Edition – the first truly interactive and comprehensive resource for new moms. In 2019, Saralyn developed the Better After Baby mobile app, which offers postpartum workouts as well as a digital village of postpartum and pediatric experts, right in the palm of your hand. Her app caught the eye of the US Air Force, who asked her to develop the content for their own postpartum app, Fit Warrior Mom.

When she’s not teaching or falling asleep at her computer, you’ll find Saralyn climbing mountains or skiing down them, with 3 kiddos in tow.

Colette Kreger is a passionate and dedicated Pilates instructor and choreographer. She received mat certification from Body Arts and Science (BASI) and apparatus certification from Native Pilates, Host of The PhysicalMind Institute®. She chose the BASI Pilates method for its precise and anatomical approach to movement, and the Pilates Native/PhysicalMind Institute® for its principles, injury rehab and prevention. In addition to Pilates certifications, Colette is trained on the TRX® Suspension and is currently pursuing CoreAlign® certification from Connect Physical Therapy & Pilates, Host of Balanced Body.
Colette brings a positive attitude and creative energy to each class. A Pilates coach describes Colette as “… thoughtful and intentional in her approach and loves pushing her clients into new and fun territory.” Colette challenges her clients through discipline, form, and the integration of mind and body. She has worked with clients from ages 8 to 95 - athletes, dancers, clients with injuries and special needs, pregnant and postpartum clients, and others just looking for a well-rounded exercise routine. Colette would love to join you on your Pilates and/or CoreAlign® journey.

We are always interested in talking to passionate Pilates instructors looking to take their career to the next level. if you are interested in joining our team give us a call and send your resume to info@movementconnectsus.com and we’ll reach out!

OFFICE MANAGER

Mackenzie is from Ohio and has lived in Colorado for over 6 years. Being outside, traveling, crafting and spending quality time with loved ones are some of her favorite activities. She loves working in the natural health care arena and has worked amongst this field throughout her working career. In 2020, Pilates became a weekly routine when her best friend was in training to become a Pilates Instructor. She fell in love with Pilates and has been working at Connect since February 2022. She is invaluable to our team and helps keep us all on track and the office running smoothly.