Peace Of Mind Pilates
Team
Marisa Oldefest NCPT, CES, CMT
founder of Peace Of Mind Pilates
Marisa is a Nationally Certified Pilates Teacher, Cancer Exercise Specialist, Certified Massage Therapist and Instructor Affiliate with Core Compassion Project.
She has been teaching Pilates for over 24years.
Marisa found Pilates after an auto accident left her with a neck injury. She attended her first Pilates private session at a physical therapy clinic and after just minutes into her Pilates practice she began to feel relief in her neck pain and knew she had to become a Pilates teacher to share the benefits of Pilates with others.
Marisa specializes in working with cancer survivors and those who suffer from neck and back pain as well as senior citizens.. She also has worked with children, teens, athletes and dancers. In 2020, Marisa became an instructor affiliate with Core Compassion Project, a 501(c)3 that provides Pilates scholarships for women and men recovering from breast cancer.
Pilates is Marisa's passion and she is always continuing her Pilates education in order to continue to offer her clients the very best in the Pilates industry. Marisa truly loves teaching every body at every age and stage of their life! She is dedicated to helping others heal pain and injury through the Pilates method and helping everyone feel comfortable, strong and confident in their bodies!
She has been teaching Pilates for over 24years.
Marisa found Pilates after an auto accident left her with a neck injury. She attended her first Pilates private session at a physical therapy clinic and after just minutes into her Pilates practice she began to feel relief in her neck pain and knew she had to become a Pilates teacher to share the benefits of Pilates with others.
Marisa specializes in working with cancer survivors and those who suffer from neck and back pain as well as senior citizens.. She also has worked with children, teens, athletes and dancers. In 2020, Marisa became an instructor affiliate with Core Compassion Project, a 501(c)3 that provides Pilates scholarships for women and men recovering from breast cancer.
Pilates is Marisa's passion and she is always continuing her Pilates education in order to continue to offer her clients the very best in the Pilates industry. Marisa truly loves teaching every body at every age and stage of their life! She is dedicated to helping others heal pain and injury through the Pilates method and helping everyone feel comfortable, strong and confident in their bodies!
Jonathan Oldham, MSPT, NCPT
Jonathan Oldham, MSPT, NCPT, began his career in Pilates after a four-year skating tour with Ice Capades. He was certified at the Pilates Center of Boulder in 1992. Jonathan attained his physical therapy degree at the University of Colorado Health Sciences Center in 1999. Since then, he has been integrating Pilates methodology with his physical therapy practice. Jonathan studied extensively with master teacher Ron Fletcher and completed the Ron Fletcher program of study in 2005. Jonathan is thrilled to continue practicing the craft of Pilates Contrology at Peace of Mind Pilates He is profoundly grateful for the ability to move, and is thankful to share his knowledge and joy of movement with his clients
Mary Catel MSPT, NCPT
Mary graduated from the University of Colorado Health Science Center with a Master of Science degree in Physical Therapy. She received her undergraduate degree in Health Science from Metropolitan State University of Denver and her Bachelor of Arts degree in Psychology and Physical Education from Denison University. Prior to committing to a career in physical therapy, she worked in the fitness industry as a personal trainer and group exercise coordinator.
After an injury, Mary became interested in Pilates while at UCHSC studying physical therapy. She received her Polestar Pilates Certification the same year she graduated UCHSC with a Masters degree in Physical Therapy. With 20 years of experience teaching Pilates, working in out-patient physical therapy, consulting in ergonomics and practicing senior concierge medicine and Home Health, Mary has a wide variety of experience with varied patient populations including young and older athletes, dancers, cyclists, runners, golden-agers and industrial and professional workers.When not working Mary enjoys spending time with her husband, children and family dog. She is usually never sitting still walking, hiking, cycling, running, practicing Pilates or swimming outdoors when possible. She practices good posture when “sitting still” with her other loves cooking and reading.
After an injury, Mary became interested in Pilates while at UCHSC studying physical therapy. She received her Polestar Pilates Certification the same year she graduated UCHSC with a Masters degree in Physical Therapy. With 20 years of experience teaching Pilates, working in out-patient physical therapy, consulting in ergonomics and practicing senior concierge medicine and Home Health, Mary has a wide variety of experience with varied patient populations including young and older athletes, dancers, cyclists, runners, golden-agers and industrial and professional workers.When not working Mary enjoys spending time with her husband, children and family dog. She is usually never sitting still walking, hiking, cycling, running, practicing Pilates or swimming outdoors when possible. She practices good posture when “sitting still” with her other loves cooking and reading.
Kristin Dorrance, CMT
Kristin defines herself as a Bodyworker, using therapeutic massage to help release soft tissue constrictions for the purpose of structural alignment, and pain relief with connection of mind and body wellness. Having experience the benefits of massage therapy herself, Kristin was inspired to go back to school to be able to share the healing of massage with others. Kristin graduated from Massage Therapy Institute of Colorado in May of 2009, certified in Deep Tissue, Neuromuscular, Swedish, Myofascial, and Hot Stone, and over time adding Reflexology, and Essential Oils to her resume. She is energized and motivated by her work knowing that it brings pain relief, happiness, and a healthier lifestyle with each massage session. Each client of Kristin’s receives individual goal planning making their massage unique to their needs. It is that relationship between therapist and client that Kristin finds most rewarding.
To Schedule or ask any question please call or text Kristin at 303-550-4563.
To Schedule or ask any question please call or text Kristin at 303-550-4563.
Ann Daxberger, NCPT
Ann is a Certified Pilates Teacher through the Pilates Method Alliance and is comprehensively trained through Peak Pilates. She graduated from the University of Colorado in Boulder with a BS in Commercial Recreation. With a life-long love of fitness Ann has worked in the athletic club industry for over 35 years. Ann began her Pilates journey in 1997 and quickly realized the benefits to her running. She became certified in 2001 and has been teaching ever since.When not practicing her own Pilates Ann enjoys walking, hiking, laughing with friends, and reading.
Deborah Cristofano, NCPT
Debbie Cristofano, NCPT, began Pilates as a client in 2009 after many years of chronic pain, depression and orthopedic surgeries. She was headed toward long-term disability until she found an amazing physical therapist, Ayurvedic medicine, and Pilates, all of which gave her a deeper understanding into the body/mind healing she needed.
She believes “Your Body Tells Your Story". Life experiences are expressed through our posture and unique movement patterns and we can change our story when we connect new movement patterns with new thought patterns. Pilates is an access point to shift your “story” - physically, mentally and emotionally.”
She also uses her degree in Human Services from Metropolitan State University of Denver as an integral part of the mind/body process to help clients find a deeper connection to their personal patterns.
Debbie spent 7 years as the Director of a Physical Therapy/Pilates Center in Centennial Colorado where she completed her Pilates training through Balanced Body Education in 2017. Debbie is honored to support each client on his/her unique journey.
She believes “Your Body Tells Your Story". Life experiences are expressed through our posture and unique movement patterns and we can change our story when we connect new movement patterns with new thought patterns. Pilates is an access point to shift your “story” - physically, mentally and emotionally.”
She also uses her degree in Human Services from Metropolitan State University of Denver as an integral part of the mind/body process to help clients find a deeper connection to their personal patterns.
Debbie spent 7 years as the Director of a Physical Therapy/Pilates Center in Centennial Colorado where she completed her Pilates training through Balanced Body Education in 2017. Debbie is honored to support each client on his/her unique journey.
Gina de Soto
Gina got her first taste of Pilates in New Orleans while studying at Loyola University Where she received her Bachelor of Science degree in Communications & Photojournalism. A post-graduation move brought her to Colorado, home of the nationally renowned Pilates Center of Boulder, where she received her Certification in 2004. In 2015, after spending several years learning the lineage of Joe Pilates’ student Kathy Grant, Gina completed the Kathy Grant Heritage Training with Cara Reeser in Denver. An interest in food as medicine led Gina to the Nutritional Therapy Institute of Colorado where she graduated in 2013 as a Nutritional Therapy Practitioner.
With 18 years of teaching experience behind her, Gina is passionate about exploring the Pilates Method as a way to help clients eliminate pain and decrease anxiety. The breath work, imagination, and refined concentration that are required during Pilates sessions helped her to recover from her own frustrating and unexplained low back pain.
The Pilates Method can be extremely beneficial in helping the brain to discover new pathways, change and reorganize; (this ability is also known as neuroplasticity). Along with her colleagues at Peace of Mind, Gina is excited to share these benefits with clients at any age, any stage of life.
A love of reading keeps Gina’s bedside table stacked with books about movement, breathing and brain science. When not in the studio she is most likely drinking coffee somewhere and enjoying down time with her husband, daughter and their 11 year old German Shepherd. You can learn more about Gina at www.bodyofknowledgeco.com
With 18 years of teaching experience behind her, Gina is passionate about exploring the Pilates Method as a way to help clients eliminate pain and decrease anxiety. The breath work, imagination, and refined concentration that are required during Pilates sessions helped her to recover from her own frustrating and unexplained low back pain.
The Pilates Method can be extremely beneficial in helping the brain to discover new pathways, change and reorganize; (this ability is also known as neuroplasticity). Along with her colleagues at Peace of Mind, Gina is excited to share these benefits with clients at any age, any stage of life.
A love of reading keeps Gina’s bedside table stacked with books about movement, breathing and brain science. When not in the studio she is most likely drinking coffee somewhere and enjoying down time with her husband, daughter and their 11 year old German Shepherd. You can learn more about Gina at www.bodyofknowledgeco.com
Jeni Jesse
Jeni began practicing Pilates in 2003, teaching others since 2013 and learning more along the way. When Jeni started practicing she was looking for a way to get stronger. She found her way into the world of Pilates, and for the first time found an exercise regime that kept her mentally and physically engaged. The results inspired her to pursue an intensive formal education and to share her knowledge with others as a Nationally Certified Pilates Teacher. Jeni completed the Advanced Teacher Training Program at The Pilates Center in Boulder in 2014 and completed the Kathy Grant Heritage Training Program designed and taught by Cara Reeser in 2013. Kathy Stanford Grant was a second-generation student of Joseph Pilates. Jeni continues to study with Cara Reeser and Jeremy Laverdure through their graduate program Movement Science Made Simple.
After living and teaching in the San Francisco Bay Area for many years she is now doing both in Denver, where she continuously hones her skills and knowledge about the body and movement. When not teaching online or in a studio Jeni is most likely reading about health and movement or out somewhere great with her son or sunning the garden with the cat.
After living and teaching in the San Francisco Bay Area for many years she is now doing both in Denver, where she continuously hones her skills and knowledge about the body and movement. When not teaching online or in a studio Jeni is most likely reading about health and movement or out somewhere great with her son or sunning the garden with the cat.
