MEET OUR TEAM!
BRITTANY PONTES
Pilates Instructor
Brittany is a certified Pilates and indoor cycling instructor. She has worked in the fitness industry for 20 years in a variety of capacities. As a former dancer, Brittany was naturally drawn to Pilates for its emphasis on long lean muscles. She started instructing in 2007, and teaches a blend of mat, barre and reformer Pilates. Her classes focus on increasing strength, flexibility, balance, and alignment. You can expect a fun full body workout, in a judgement free and motivating atmosphere.
LISA MUSTARD
Pilates Instructor
Lisa has 30 years of experience teaching Mat and Reformer Pilates. Her classes involve a series of exercises that will strengthen and lengthen the muscles, help to increase flexibility, improve posture and stimulate the mind body connection. Lisa's classes welcome beginners as well as those seasoned with Pilates experience.
KATIE BATISTA
Fitness Instructor, Nutrition Coach
Katie has 10 years of experience being fully immersed in the fitness industry. She became a certified personal trainer and nutrition coach in 2018 with a desire to share her knowledge about fitness with others. Katie's classes focus on strength and conditioning through a mix of aerobic, resistance and high intensity circuit training.
CASSANDRA SCOTLAND
Yoga Instructor
Ever a student, Cassandra has been in love with yoga since middle school. She has gone on to study various yoga modalities and presentations. Restorative Yoga continues to be the balm she turns to again and again and what she is fortunate enough to teach. Her flow classes are deeply informed by LYT Yoga, an alignment-based, core-centered and empowering practice. Cassandra is grateful to part of Bird Dog Fitness and the community at large.
ELIZA ALLEN
Yoga Instructor
Eliza is an eclectic mix of yoga styles with many hours of teaching and training experiences. Her passion is Yin Yoga but keeps it balanced with daily Hatha/Vinyasa flow yoga and meditation, along with a regular restorative yoga practice aka "nap" yoga. Eliza volunteers with a Bull Terrier rescue, is a passionate Brit who likes to keep her classes light and uplifting. She is dedicated to a mind, heart and body connection and the power of community.
Kelsie Beasley
Fitness Instructor
Kelsie has been instructing group fitness and personal training for over 13 years. She is looking to develop these areas at Bird-Dog. Her training philosophy: regular exercise, proper nutrition, hydration, and rest can all assist in helping a person get the most out of their lives. This may include, but not limited to an increase in overall energy levels, a boost in mood and mindset and a strengthened immune system and tolerance to stressors. People that actively engage in regular exercise and treat their body with respect are definitely worthy of the term ‘fit’. Being in shape comes in all shapes, and sizes! Welcome Kelsie!