Pilates Perspectives
Pilates Perspectives is your guide to how Pilates fits into real life, no matter your experience level. We unpack the method’s many approaches and history, where it sits in today’s wellness landscape, and simple ways to apply it day to day. Episodes range from building community through movement to using Pilates in physical therapy and rehab. We also explore timely topics, including education standards, diversity expansion across the field, and embracing Pilates as a lifestyle that supports both body and mind.
You’ll hear from seasoned teachers, clinicians, and thought leaders who share firsthand experience and evidence-informed insights; useful for curious beginners and long-time pros alike. Our aim is to offer practical knowledge, foster inclusivity, and widen perspectives so the practice continues to evolve for everyone.
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Pilates Perspectives
How to Combat a Lack of Diversity in the Pilates Space
Everlea Bryant, Nationally Certified Pilates Instructor (NCPT), founder of Thique Sophisticate (pilatesbyeverlea.com, @pilatesthique), joins host Joy Puleo for a powerful conversation on building a more accessible, inclusive Pilates community. Everlea reflects on the legacy of Kathy Grant, the diversity of practice across classical and contemporary lineages, and how client-centered teaching empowers people with different bodies, identities, and needs. She discusses what it's like to feel “othered” as a person of color in a Pilates space, why curiosity and humility matter more than perfection, and how instructors can create safe spaces for healing through better language, consent, and welcoming attitudes. You’ll hear practical strategies for increasing accessibility, honoring client needs, and changing the world through small, meaningful actions, one session, one cue, one person at a time. If you care about representation in Pilates, equity in movement education, and community growth, this episode offers tools, inspiration, and a clear call to lead with empathy.
