Our Mission
To build a strong community of dedicated Pilates enthusiasts, committed to the pursuit of whole body health and well-being through the Pilates method of physical and mental conditioning.
Lyssa McPherson, BS, PMA-CPT
Owner and Director of Corvallis Pilates
Peak Pilates Certified Trainer
CoreAlign Master Instructor
Lyssa McPherson has been involved in the mind/body/spirit movement for over 25 years but it wasn’t until she discovered the healing power of Pilates that she realized the greatest opportunity for assisting others on their road to whole body health, fitness and well-being.
Lyssa’s focus is dedicated to upholding the principles and practice of the Pilates method of mental and physical conditioning as intended by the methods’ creator, Joseph Pilates. She works with individuals who are in good physical condition and wish to empower their fitness routine using the Classical approach to Pilates conditioning. In addition, she specializes in teaching the CoreAlign Movement System to the clients of all levels.
Contact: www.corvallispilates.com
Mishele Mennett, MFA, CPT, LMT, CLMA
Pilates PhysicalMind Institute Certified Trainer
Group Reformer and Group Mat Instructor
Mishele brought Pilates to Corvallis in 1992, opening Body Balance Personal Fitness Studio. In 2004, she sold Body Balance to become assistant professor of Dance & Body Sciences at Denison University. As a professional dancer, Licensed Massage Therapist, and Certified Laban Movement Analyst she has an in depth understanding of the body in movement.
Mishele works with all levels, all ages, specializing in a Contemporary approach to Pilates, infused with stretching, yoga, and hands on work. Anyone wanting to reclaim a healthy, powerful body will learn safe and efficient alignment, awaken core stability, increase strength, flexibility, and create “flowing movement from a strong center.” Mishele is happy to return to Corvallis and join the team at Corvallis Pilates Studio.
Contact: www.coremovespilates.com, Email
Linda Erwin, LMT
Pilates/CoreAlign Instructor
Linda teaches yoga and dance at Oregon State University and yoga at Timberhill Athletic Club. She has been a Licensed Massage Therapist since 1986. As a Body Movement/Awareness educator she has also studied Trager and Reiki, and during the last 25 years has annually attended workshops to update and enhance her knowledge in the field. She developed her workshop,Managing Physical Stress in the Workplace, which she led in numerous businesses and corporations. Linda has a passion for studying structural movement, anatomical alignment, and the mind/body relationships to health and well-being.
Nichol Merrill
Pilates Instructor
Irish Dance Instructor
Nichol came to Corvallis Pilates in 2007, six months after the birth of her son. Looking to find her long lost core, and after one session, she was HOOKED! She has taught Irish Dance since 2003 and felt pilates was a natural progression for keeping the body healthy –it is nourishment for the body & soul!
Nichol strives to empower her clients with a fun, challenging and motivational group chair class.
Barry Douglas
Pilates Instructor
Barry is a lofelong advocate of fitness. While serving as a non-commissioned officer, he prepared marines for the intense physical challenges they would face in combat. He has practiced Pilates for 12 years as the best therapy for his own service-related injuries.
Barry is completing rigorous training in preparation for Peak Pilates’ Teacher Certification.