About Us
The Movement Studio Pilates is a collaborative team of professionals dedicated to supporting you to achieve your movement goals. Pilates is a practice for every human body no matter your age, gender or ability and we will move you.
We believe there is power in movement: both physical movement & movement of the mind. Pilates changes our beliefs about ourselves and what we are capable of.
As a collective, our training, personal experiences, and science-based education offers you a unique approach to Pilates. We honour how you move naturally while offering an invitation to explore and extend your movement potential through finely-tuned, individualized programs, even in a group setting.
Our studio is a modern, intimate space where you can discover meaningful connections to your body with an open, like-minded community, through Pilates.
Meet the Movement Studio Pilates Team
Highly trained, certified instructors at The Movement Studio are passionate about evolving their teaching practices. Dedicated to ongoing education, they share a unique approach to body training, structural integration, and movement patterning.
“We invite you to increase your body awareness and learn exercises that will last a lifetime in an encouraging and non-competitive environment with our excellent instructors. My goal is to create a space where people can enjoy learning about their bodies in a safe and inspiring environment; one in which they feel comfortable to explore movement possibilities in a curious, expressive and creative way, while still honouring Joseph Pilates’ grand vision of a revolutionary movement practice and recognizing it’s expansive and evolutionary potential.”
– Karen Weggler, Studio Director
Karen Weggler, BAA dance, MA, CPI, Physio Rehab assistant
Meet Karen Weggler, the passionate owner of The Movement Studio Pilates and Gyrotonic in Vancouver, BC, with over 20 years of teaching experience. Karen’s journey in movement started with classical and modern dance, complemented by a semi-professional equestrian career. She began practicing Pilates at the age of 13 and has trained with Pilates elders Lolita San Miguel and Mary Bowen.
Cinzia Toniolo, CPI, CST, Physio Rehab Assistant
Meet Cinzia Toniolo, a passionate Pilates instructor and certified DESM Therapist. Discovering the joy of movement in adulthood, Cinzia has been teaching Pilates since 2002. With a focus on fluidity, balance, and release, she is dedicated to helping clients manage pain and progress through rehabilitation.
Christabelle, CPI. Somatic Therapist and Counsellor.
Meet Christabelle, a fully certified Pilates instructor, Somatic therapist and Counsellor. Christabelle’s goal as a teacher is to bring out each student’s full movement potential. Growing up with a complex relationship to exercise, discovering Pilates in adulthood was the gateway to feeling the joy of movement that is our birthright. She aims to provide students with a positive movement experience that leaves them feeling mentally and physically strong, grounded and expansive. As a counsellor, Christabelle has a strong understanding of how to identify and work with physical symptoms that are linked to mental and emotional experiences.
She brings a sense of playfulness to her classes while also respecting the significance of each student’s effort. She has a deep appreciation for students showing up and doing their best, and commits to giving her full attention to each class and private session.
Christabelle has a keen eye for movement idiosyncrasies and is especially adept at working with scoliosis, pre and post-natal and chronic pain. All of her group classes are trauma-informed and she offers trauma supportive Pilates sessions as privates.
Katie Cassady, CPI
Meet Katie Cassady, a passionate Pilates teacher, dancer, and choreographer. Trained through Pilates Process and the San Francisco Conservatory of Dance, Katie empowers individuals through body awareness, strength, and personal expression. Over the years she has gained experience and a keen interest in helping clients with pain, injury, and chronic conditions on their rehabilitation journey. Focussing on movement re-patterning and building strength, Katie offers a tailored approach working towards clients’ specific movement goals. Schedule your session with Katie at our Studio location Monday to Friday.
Catherine Murray, CPI, Physio Rehab Assistant
Meet Catherine Murray, a fully certified Pilates instructor with a background in dance. Transitioning from a dance career to Pilates, Catherine brings a love of movement and a deep understanding of the human body to her teaching. Her goal is to help clients
connect with their bodies and achieve greater range and ease of motion for daily life. Catherine is available Monday afternoons at the Studio location.
Marlis Vos, CPI, Physio Rehab Assistant
Meet Marlis Vos, a dynamic Pilates instructor with over 15 years of experience. As a former dancer, Marlis integrates Pilates, DMS, cross-chain training, and fascial studies for a unique approach to functional movement. Her journey through a serious back
injury inspired her to study rehabilitation, making her teaching practice deeply informed and intuitive.Marlis believes Pilates is a valuable form of therapy, offering simple, practical solutions for improved mobility. Grateful for the transformative power of Pilates, she teaches to help others explore better movement, health, and a balanced life. Marlis is available at both The Movement Studio and Clinic locations.
Mark Lee
Meet Mark Lee, the dedicated Administrative Assistant with five years of experience in customer and client satisfaction. Passionate about leaving a positive impact, Mark welcomes everyone with an open mind. When not behind the computer, he enjoys
practicing martial arts, gaming, and exploring productivity hacks. Catch Mark riding his electric unicycle during sunny seasons. He looks forward to meeting you and elevating your journey with The Movement Studio.