SHANNON CORRIDAN VORCE (Co-founder)

 Shannon began her Pilates Training at Power Pilates in New York City studying under the best classical Pilates educators in the industry. Shannon completed her comprehensive Pilates Certification and began teaching in Manhattan. After mastering teaching in the classical style, she became interested in learning additional methods of Pilates. Shannon continued to learn dynamic and contemporary approaches to Pilates through mentorships and workshops. She has completed courses in anatomy, bio-mechanics, physiology, fascia release, the pelvic floor, Pilates for athletes, balance training, Pilates for aging, pre/post natal Pilates and many more.  She continues to expand her knowledge of anatomy and movement, as well as broaden her teaching style to best support her clients.

Since relocating to the Berkshires in 2013, Shannon has found her place in the community through the love of Pilates. She Co-opened The Pilates Space in 2018, with intention to bring an equipment based boutique Pilates studio to the Bershires. Her clients have seen great improvements in their movement even when dealing with aliments such as, knee replacements, hip replacements, shoulder issues, spinal surgery, osteoporosis, arthritis, chronic low back pain, spinal stenosis, rectus abdominis diastasis, scoliosis, Parkinson’s, RA, and chronic myofascial pain. Shannon’s years of experience has cultivated her teaching towards a master level delivered with precision and warmth. Shannon is proud to continue to share her passion of healing and progression through the movement of Pilates.

REFORMER CLASS WITH SHANNON: Strong and intentional movement is the main priority in Shannon’s reformer classes. No matter your level you will feel cared for and connected to your practice.  Together we work to explore new strengths, practice tension release techniques, lengthen and tone your body in an open and judgement free space.  Shannon motivates and encourages each client to their personal best, through an open mind and sense of humor anything is possible. Shannon believes there is no such thing as “perfect Pilates,” it’s an ongoing practice and communication with your body. This reformer class is a sure way to get the conversation with your body started loud and clear.