Important note: All of our instructors are certified to teach Pilates.
Amanda Wilhoit (Owner)
Amanda is passionate about Pilates and she loves to share that passion with others. She began taking Pilates in 2006, and she found that it helped to decrease the neck and back pain which was brought on by having scoliosis and was exacerbated by working at a sedentary job. She gained strength in her postural muscles, her body awareness improved, and she just loved the way she felt after a session. She was also thrilled because Pilates had helped to decrease her pain. It was at that point that she decided she wanted to become an instructor and share the benefits of Pilates with others, and try to help them improve their health as well. She completed the Comprehensive Teacher Training Program at Body Arts and Science International in January, 2008. Since then she has also become certified to teach the Booty Barre method, which is a fusion of yoga, Pilates and dance.
Amanda taught for 8 years in a Pilates studio owned by a Physical Therapist, which reinforced the importance of focusing on proper form and alignment. Through the years she has continued to hone and improve her skills. She is always trying to educate herself and to keep current with the trends in her industry.
Amanda opened Bloom Pilates and Wellness Center in December of 2015. When she deliberated about what to name her new business, she decided to honor her late best friend Chris Bloom, who always encouraged her to challenge herself and to go outside of her comfort zone, and to “bloom” into the strong and confident woman he knew she could become. She took his words to heart, and now, many years later, she continues to love teaching and she genuinely treasures the relationships she has built with her clients.
Amanda became a new mom in October 2019, so she is busy keeping up with her daughter Frankie. She also enjoys taking her on walks on nearby trails and practicing yoga when she has time.
Susan Johnson
Susan was born with a passion for helping others. She was introduced to Pilates as a means of cross training when she was a competitive swimmer looking for an edge. After receiving her Bachelor’s degree from UC Santa Barbara, she returned to her native Orange County and earned her Pilates certification from Orange Coast College. Also an avid Yogi, Susan blends the practices of Yoga and Pilates, creating new depths to the movements during her balanced and challenging workouts. The ability to share her love of fitness and wellness, and to celebrate with students as they achieve their goals are among the many reasons why she enjoys teaching. Susan began teaching at Bloom Pilates in December of 2015.
Meghan Rambo
Meghan grew up in Texas, where she worked in the medical field specializing in Holistic Medicine. Born with a love of helping others and leading a conscious lifestyle, she was drawn to yoga. Interested in the mind, body, and soul connection she began her practice regularly in 2010 and completed a 200 hour teacher training in 2014, and a 325 hour training in 2018. She is certified in yoga for children and teens as well as Yin yoga. Her light-hearted, positive personality brings fun loving energy to her classes. She fuses together an alignment based class with a mindful Vinyasa flow. She brings spirituality, pranayama and a mild meditation for a well-rounded practice. Dedicated to helping people on their path to holistic health, she wants to share her love for yoga and peace with the world. Meghan began teaching at Bloom Pilates in February of 2017.
John Deakers
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Karen Hilgert Moore
Karen Hilgert Moore is an enthusiastic and energetic fitness instructor committed to bringing her passion for fitness and a healthy lifestyle to others. She is a perfect fit for Bloom Pilates! Born in Lima, Peru, Karen developed an interest in athletics and fitness at a young age. At age 21, she visited the United States and quickly fell in love with the California Coast and established Huntington Beach as her new home. It was discovering Yoga and Pilates that helped Karen reignite her passion for the support and community of group fitness classes. When Karen had two children, she chose to focus on them for the first few years. With the demands and challenges of motherhood, she found herself experiencing depression and anxiety. She had relied on fitness as her daily dose of healthy medicine and without it, there was an important piece of herself missing. Making time for herself and her health, Karen found she managed the stress in her life much better and felt healthier and more vibrant than she had in years.
Karen wanted to find balance in her life and she wanted to share the feelings of health and wellness with other moms just like her, and anyone seeking to look and feel better. With that she reestablished herself as a fitness professional and with her work finally aligned with her passions, Karen found the balance and wellness she sought. Karen obtained her Fitness instructor Certification through the American Fitness Aerobics Association (AFAA). She also completed a Barre and sculpt certification through BodybyLauren, PIYO, Zumba, RIPPED, Bootybarre, Treat while you train, Pop Pilates, and a 200 hour Yoga Alliance certificate after teacher training at underground Yoga. She is Basi Pilates Certified. Karen began teaching at Bloom Pilates in March of 2018.
Kimberly Atherton
Kimberly has always had a passion for teaching. She is a Chicago native, which is where she earned her Bachelor of Science degree in Elementary Education from Western Illinois University. In 2001 Kim moved to California where she taught 2nd and 3rd grade. In 2006 she took time to invest in her other passion and received her Pilates Instructor Certification from BASI (Body Arts and Science International). She is a homeschool teacher as well as a Pilates Teacher and has two beautiful children. Kim began teaching at Bloom Pilates in March of 2018.
Cassie Hein
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Kristi Lynn
Kristi completed her comprehensive Pilates certification training with BASI® (Body Arts and Science International). Her Pilates journey began as a student in 2011, which deepened her desire to share this mind-body practice with others. Kristi is committed to being of service and helping people feel healthy and whole; gaining a level of command over their body and finding more energy and joy. She strives to honor the teachings of Joseph Pilates and Contrology, while staying current with contemporary research. Kristi is passionate about healing through movement, energy and sound; and balancing the physical, emotional and spiritual body. She is a Master Gong Player, a Reiki Master, a Yoga, Qigong and Tai Chi teacher. Kristi began teaching at Bloom Pilates in August of 2019.
- BASI® Certified Pilates Teacher
- Reiki Master, Yoga, Qigong and Tai Chi Teacher
- CPR/AED Certified
Dan Truzzolino
Dan is a retired engineering professional; he enjoys teaching Pilates as a second career and employing his sense of humor and communication skills while instructing and edifying clients in the Pilates Method. Dan is a graduate of the BASI Pilates Certification Program and he is also certified through Carolyne Anthony with The Center for Women’s Fitness to teach Pilates to prenatal and postnatal clients. Teaching Pilates for Dan has been very rewarding because of the feedback he receives from his clients about how much they appreciate the Pilates Method and how they feel enriched after each session and look forward to their next session. He is experienced in teaching all ages from clients in their early 20’s to clients in their 80’s. Dan began teaching at Bloom Pilates in October of 2019.
Lisa Ku
Lisa fell in love with Pilates after one class and decided to further her education by studying to become a Certified Pilates Instructor through Body Arts and Science International (BASI) to provide a deeper mind-body connection. Lisa loves that Pilates is more than just a physical workout, it clears your mind, increases energy and confidence. Lisa is a Certified Personal Trainer (CPT) through National Exercise and Sports Trainers Association (NESTA) and a Senior Fitness Specialist (SFS) through National Academy of Sports Medicine (NASM) having trained clients from young adults to active seniors in LA and OC. Through Personal Training and Pilates, Lisa has helped people of all ages and backgrounds to improve their posture, balance, strength, to rehabilitate after surgery, improve athletic performance, and even help moms get back in shape after a baby! She looks forward to helping clients move safely and effectively through the versatility of movements.
Lisa lives in Huntington Beach with her husband and two boys, who are both active baseball players. When not busy being a mom, she enjoys practicing Pilates and aerial as her own form of workout. She loves her dog Lucy and the Dodgers! Lisa is the newest member of the Bloom Pilates family, she began teaching virtual classes in April 2020.
- BASI® Certified Pilates Teacher
- NESTA Certified Personal Trainer
- NASM Senior Fitness Specialist
- CPR/AED Certified
New Pilates Instructor
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