Meet our amazing staff!
In our Pilates studio, you will find highly trained staff each with their own unique specialty!
Patte James
Pilates Instructor, Studio Owner
Through West LA Pilates, I have helped thousands of people over the past 16 years. After more than 8 years of pain due to a torn shoulder muscle and disk problems, I met a woman who radiated optimal health. Learning she was a Pilates instructor, I immediately signed up for her classes. With each workout, I felt my body strengthen and soon fell in love with Pilates. It is now my mission to share this amazing technique with others bringing them relief from pain and a new and improved lifestyle.
Pilates Instructor, Studio Owner
Through West LA Pilates, I have helped thousands of people over the past 16 years. After more than 8 years of pain due to a torn shoulder muscle and disk problems, I met a woman who radiated optimal health. Learning she was a Pilates instructor, I immediately signed up for her classes. With each workout, I felt my body strengthen and soon fell in love with Pilates. It is now my mission to share this amazing technique with others bringing them relief from pain and a new and improved lifestyle.
Lee McCarthy
Pilates Instructor
Lee, a pilates instructor for 30 years, teaches with the philisophy that "everyone can move within their own capacity". As a former gymnast and dancer, Lee recognized the many benefits of the pilates method. She has studied with Ron Fletcher and worked extensively in movement rehab. Lee draws from her mastery of movement in dance, gymnastics & gyrotonics and incorporates these elements into each of her pilates sessions. Lee's influences include master instructors such as Eva Nemeth, Ron Fletcher, Julie Horvath, and Finis Jhung Ballet.
Pilates Instructor
Lee, a pilates instructor for 30 years, teaches with the philisophy that "everyone can move within their own capacity". As a former gymnast and dancer, Lee recognized the many benefits of the pilates method. She has studied with Ron Fletcher and worked extensively in movement rehab. Lee draws from her mastery of movement in dance, gymnastics & gyrotonics and incorporates these elements into each of her pilates sessions. Lee's influences include master instructors such as Eva Nemeth, Ron Fletcher, Julie Horvath, and Finis Jhung Ballet.
Gia Calhoun
Pilates Instructor
Gia has been a dancer her entire life. She had a recurring hip injury in high school and couldn't find anything to help.
A dance teacher told her about Pilates, and after the first class she was hooked. Not only did her injury heal quickly,
but it also made her dancing stronger because of the focus on core work. Gia continued taking reformer classes through the end of high school and in college. Her senior year, she decided she wanted to learn more and start teaching. Gia received her certification from Diane Diefenderfer in 2007 at Studio du Corps in Costa Mesa, CA. In addition to dancing in various ballet companies across the country, she also has a B.A. in dance from UC Irvine.
Pilates Instructor
Gia has been a dancer her entire life. She had a recurring hip injury in high school and couldn't find anything to help.
A dance teacher told her about Pilates, and after the first class she was hooked. Not only did her injury heal quickly,
but it also made her dancing stronger because of the focus on core work. Gia continued taking reformer classes through the end of high school and in college. Her senior year, she decided she wanted to learn more and start teaching. Gia received her certification from Diane Diefenderfer in 2007 at Studio du Corps in Costa Mesa, CA. In addition to dancing in various ballet companies across the country, she also has a B.A. in dance from UC Irvine.
Lucia Gervay
Pilates Instructor
Lucia is a native of Brazil, where she had been working for many years as a Director and Coordinator of a prestigious health club. There she developed an effective weight loss-program combining Land-Based & Aquatic-Based Training exercises that showed satisfactory improvements in posture, weight loss, self-image and well-being. Ten years ago, Lucia was introduced to mat Pilates and instantly fell in love with this dynamic form of exercise. Through her experience & approach to Pilates, she offers a progressive and innovative training that is accessible to anyone's needs, at all ages and levels. Her passion, knowledge and true-caring for people are the key assets in helping clients achieve their fitness goals successfully, by bringing positive changes into their daily lives. Lucia is Pilates certified by Equinox and BASI Pilates. She also received her Bachelor's Degree in Physical Education in Sao Paulo Brazil and holds various certifications in multiple levels & methods of Fitness Training.
Pilates Instructor
Lucia is a native of Brazil, where she had been working for many years as a Director and Coordinator of a prestigious health club. There she developed an effective weight loss-program combining Land-Based & Aquatic-Based Training exercises that showed satisfactory improvements in posture, weight loss, self-image and well-being. Ten years ago, Lucia was introduced to mat Pilates and instantly fell in love with this dynamic form of exercise. Through her experience & approach to Pilates, she offers a progressive and innovative training that is accessible to anyone's needs, at all ages and levels. Her passion, knowledge and true-caring for people are the key assets in helping clients achieve their fitness goals successfully, by bringing positive changes into their daily lives. Lucia is Pilates certified by Equinox and BASI Pilates. She also received her Bachelor's Degree in Physical Education in Sao Paulo Brazil and holds various certifications in multiple levels & methods of Fitness Training.
Dr. Wilson C. Park, D.C. C.C.F.C.
Chiropractor
Dr. Park has dedicated his life to developing a bio mechanical construct for an injury-free body. He has extensive experience treating and teaching Olympians, professional athletes and coaches in the most innovative ways to repair
and maintain the body. Many of his therapies involve the use of digital gait analysis (the way you move and stand) and pioneering therapies such as laser to eliminate or reduce some of the most stubborn injuries to the foot, knee, lower back, shoulder and neck.
Over the last several years, Dr. Park has worked extensively with many prominent Pilates instructors to develop different protocols for athletic rehabilitation and sports performance enhancement resulting in better pilates moves.
For more information, please go to Dr. Park's website at
www.wilsonparkchiro.com
Phone: (310) 869-0536.
Chiropractic Services:
Chiropractor
Dr. Park has dedicated his life to developing a bio mechanical construct for an injury-free body. He has extensive experience treating and teaching Olympians, professional athletes and coaches in the most innovative ways to repair
and maintain the body. Many of his therapies involve the use of digital gait analysis (the way you move and stand) and pioneering therapies such as laser to eliminate or reduce some of the most stubborn injuries to the foot, knee, lower back, shoulder and neck.
Over the last several years, Dr. Park has worked extensively with many prominent Pilates instructors to develop different protocols for athletic rehabilitation and sports performance enhancement resulting in better pilates moves.
For more information, please go to Dr. Park's website at
www.wilsonparkchiro.com
Phone: (310) 869-0536.
Chiropractic Services:
- Reduce biomechanical insults to the body
- Safe, gentle techniques
- Eliminate many non-resolving, recurring or stubborn injuries
- Custom medical grade orthotics developed through digital gait analysis
- Laser therapy on stubborn overuse injuries
- Uses Activator Methods Chiropractic Technique
Dr. James Kelly L.Ac. M.T.O.M.
Acupuncturist
James Kelly L.Ac. is a licensed acupuncturist and holds a Masters degree in Traditional Oriental Medicine. James brings a twenty year background in movement and professional dance training to provide a unique perspective on functional anatomy. He also brings extensive botanical and nutritional knowledge to his formulation of personalized herbal remedies. James treats a wide array of problems and specializes in treating chronic headaches, fatigue, menstrual irregularities, and allergy issues. James is dedicated to the Traditional Chinese philosophy that views the entire human being, body, mind, and spirit, as part of a carefully balanced and harmonious whole.
Phone: (310) 991-1352
E-mail: [email protected]
Acupuncturist
James Kelly L.Ac. is a licensed acupuncturist and holds a Masters degree in Traditional Oriental Medicine. James brings a twenty year background in movement and professional dance training to provide a unique perspective on functional anatomy. He also brings extensive botanical and nutritional knowledge to his formulation of personalized herbal remedies. James treats a wide array of problems and specializes in treating chronic headaches, fatigue, menstrual irregularities, and allergy issues. James is dedicated to the Traditional Chinese philosophy that views the entire human being, body, mind, and spirit, as part of a carefully balanced and harmonious whole.
Phone: (310) 991-1352
E-mail: [email protected]