Instructors

Haley Fountain

Thu, 14 May 2026 12:44:17 GMT

Haley Fountain is a 200-Hour Certified Yoga and Meditation Teacher and a Certified Integrative Nutrition Health Coach, bringing more than a decade of personal practice and holistic wellness study to her students. She began her yoga journey in 2012 with Bikram Yoga before expanding into power vinyasa, where she cultivated a deep appreciation for mindful movement and strength.

Since 2021, Haley has led meditation and sound healing sessions, and she has been teaching yoga since 2022. Her classes blend intentional alignment, functional mobility, and breath-centered flow to create a practice that supports longevity, ease, and embodied confidence. In her classes, Haley creates an inclusive, uplifting environment where students feel both supported and inspired from the moment they step onto the mat.

Loredana Fazzini

Thu, 14 May 2026 12:40:01 GMT

Loredana, or Lori, is a TRX Training Certified Instructor. Sports have been part of my life since my childhood when I started gymnastics. TRX has been my passion for the last ten years. I am also an electrical engineer and have worked in the energy industry for twenty years. I love to travel, to learn and to cook Italian dishes.

Meredith Smith

Thu, 14 May 2026 12:27:50 GMT

Meredith Smith first stepped onto her mat in 2010, drawn to the balance between the discipline of asana and the freedom of movement. Over time, her practice shifted into a form of personal healing.

Meredith is a Yoga Alliance–Certified RYT-200 and a certified children's yoga teacher, with additional training in creative vinyasa under Marizol Cabrera, whose artistry and approach continue to shape Meredith’s teaching.

Meredith’s classes are designed to move energy, build heat, and leave you feeling strong and alive. Expect dynamic sequences, playful transitions, and a pace that challenges the body and mind.

Sarah Holloway

Thu, 14 May 2026 12:24:20 GMT

Sarah started her journey in fitness with indoor cycling. Her longtime friend introduced her to rhythm-based spin classes because of their shared love of music. From then on, she was hooked! She became a certified group exercise instructor through ACE and started as a founding instructor at CycleBar Houston Heights when it opened in 2019. While also working full-time in higher education and coaching at F45 Oak Forest, she taught at CycleBar until she had her first daughter. After her second daughter was born and she moved back to the Spring Branch area, she became an instructor with Life Time, Memorial Athletic Club, and Lakeside Country Club. Now a stay-at-home mom to two precious (and occasionally wild) little girls, she remains passionate about group fitness and helping Members feel their strongest.

Jasmine Davis

Thu, 14 May 2026 12:18:35 GMT

A dancer, choreographer, and health educator at Texas Southern University, Jasmine combines her love for movement, high-intensity Pilates (Lagree), and cardio fitness to empower others through fun, effective workouts. Her mission is to inspire total wellness, mind, body, and spirit, while helping clients achieve their next level of strength.

Mel Blanco

Thu, 14 May 2026 12:13:04 GMT

A former top 4 U.S. professional Latin ballroom dancer, Mel represented the United States at the World Games in Kaohsiung, Taiwan, and was featured on ‘So You Think You Can Dance.’ With over 11 years of experience teaching rhythm-based group exercise across Houston, she combines her dance expertise and passion for learning and development to inspire others through movement. Outside the studio, she loves staying active and playing pickleball.

Bond Bourquein

Thu, 02 Apr 2026 16:03:40 GMT

Bond is a Houston native and grew up as a member of The Houstonian. Bond is passionate about health, fitness, and getting 1?tter every day! Bond attended Oklahoma City University, earned a Bachelor of Science in Dance Management, and is still pursuing a professional dance career today. She began her fitness journey in college where she started teaching at a barre studio, barre3. Following graduation, she continued teaching at the barre3 franchise while living in New York City, Dallas, and in the Austin area. One of the highlights of her teaching career was leading a class for former First Lady Dr. Jill Biden. Bond is so excited to be back in her hometown of Houston. She is so grateful for the opportunity to be a part of the incredible team at The Houstonian and to be able to share her love for health, fitness, and fun in all of her classes!

Jonah Tannos

Wed, 01 Apr 2026 12:23:39 GMT

Jonah found yoga during a pivotal chapter of personal growth, where the practice became a powerful tool for strength, clarity, and balance. Drawing from his background as a professional athlete, he specializes in power yoga, offering thoughtfully sequenced, challenging classes grounded in mindful breath. His training abroad refined his teaching approach, strengthening his understanding of yin and restorative yoga, creating a balance of recovery, longevity, and overall vitality

Jaclyn Streit

Wed, 01 Apr 2026 12:19:44 GMT

Jaclyn is a lifelong student and teacher of Ayurveda, the holistic approach to physical and mental health. A born creative, her journey began studying choreography and the arts. In collegiate years, she evolved to focus on neuropsychology and hospitality at Stonybrook University.

She has been a Certified Yoga Instructor since 2016 and has since become a leader in the community. As a 500ERYT, she has lead teacher trainings, yoga retreats, yoga studios, workshops, has been recognized for her work in publications, continues her education and is an avid yoga practitioner.

Her classes are invigorating, full of musical delights, anatomical mindfulness, and inventive sequencing. Jaclyn empowers students to feel at home in their bodies and adventurous in their practice

Jorjia McElree

Wed, 01 Apr 2026 11:51:21 GMT

Born and raised in California and now happily settled in Houston, I’ve spent over 30 years teaching just about every group fitness format you can imagine and I’ve loved every single one! I’m a biomechanics nerd, proud biohacker, and professional fitness competitor, but at heart I’m simply obsessed with helping people move better, get stronger, and surprise themselves. My mission in every class is to bring the energy, challenge you in all the right ways, and make sure you leave feeling unstoppable from the inside out.

Jocelyn Gonzalez

Mon, 17 Feb 2025 15:28:52 GMT

Jocelyn has always had a passion for the water, from playing mermaids‬ ‭ at a young age to becoming a competitive swimmer. Although she has‬ ‭ retired from competition, her passion continues. She now aims to help‬ ‭ new swimmers feel confident and comfortable in the water. She has‬ ‭ experience as a lifeguard and a swim instructor for the YMCA and her‬ ‭ certifications in both swim instruction and lifeguarding make her‬ ‭ well-equipped. When she is not in or around the water, she enjoys‬ ‭ dancing in various genres.‬

Maria Kelly

Sat, 30 Nov 2024 18:44:45 GMT

Maria Kelly has been in the Fitness industry for almost 25 years. Prior to her career in fitness, she danced professionally with the Houston Ballet. She was introduced to Pilates at the age of 8 and has had a passion for it ever since. She was later certified in the Pilates Method in 1992 and became a member of AFAA. She was one of the first personal trainers to introduce Pilates to the Houstonian Club. Maria also teaches a variety of classes in the group exercise department including Pilates, Core Motion, and toning with weights and has developed specialty classes for the club such as Pilates on the Corepole and a dance-based class called Sensuale. She varies her classes to make them interesting and takes pride in helping people achieve their goals. Maria is certified in all of the apparatus in Studio 360 (Power Plate, TRX training, Kinesis) and trains members weekly.

Melinda Grunewald

Mon, 22 Apr 2024 15:59:46 GMT

Melinda found her passion for fitness and dance at a very young age. From ballet classes at age 2 to advanced jazz classes in college, she has always incorporated both into her everyday life. Melinda graduated from the University of Arizona with a Marketing degree in 2001. Shortly after graduating, she decided to move back home to Houston to pursue a business career. In her spare time, she began teaching various aerobics classes but had to stop teaching due to chronic hip pain and tendonitis in her ankles. She then started training and learning about the Peak Pilates System and its rehabilitative abilities for both the body and mind. Throughout her own pregnancies, she used Pilates to help maintain strength in vital muscles, as well as to strengthen the deep abdominal walls and improve posture postpartum. While helping to cure her own ailments, Melinda has devoted the past 20 years to helping her clients and friends realize their strength and power, making them physically and mentally healthier in their everyday lives. Melinda is Comprehensively Certified through the Peak Pilates System and in the Gyrotonic® Method.

Karen Larson

Mon, 22 Apr 2024 15:51:29 GMT

Karen is a mother of four, grandmother of eight, and retired business owner. After living the life she loved as an exercise fanatic – participating in dance, step aerobics, yoga, weight lifting, and spin classes – she finally decided to share her passion with others through Pilates. She believes that Pilates can be a lifelong pursuit that works for people wanting the best that good health has to offer, no matter their age or ability. She has taught at numerous studios including The Good Space, Club Pilates, the YMCA, and her full studio at home. She develops relationships with her students and is always interested in their best welfare. She believes that one must take care of their health while they can or pay for poor health in the future. Because she also believes that working out should be fun, she tends to approach her lessons with a sense of humor.

Audra Stevenson

Mon, 22 Apr 2024 15:48:14 GMT

Audra has been a mover all her life. She graduated from Houston’s High School for the Performing and Visual Arts dance department and then received her B.A. from the University of Texas at Austin. Audra danced professionally during and after college with the modern dance company Stillpoint, from 1996-2005. She is a certified Gyrotonic® and Gyrokinesis® instructor and began teaching yoga and the Gyrotonic® method first in 2000. Later she became a certified Pilates instructor and was asked to join the Gyrotonic® Teacher Training Program. She has been a full-time instructor at The Houstonian since moving back home to Houston in 2007. Her biggest wish is for everyone to experience the joy and healing power of movement.

Erik Johnson

Mon, 22 Apr 2024 15:46:25 GMT

Erik teaches Pilates for all ﬁtness levels. With his comforting and conﬁdent assurance, Erik delivers injury prevention and a positive mind-body experience. Erik will help design a customized training routine, considering any injuries. He will provide an explanation of the exercises along your journey to improved flexibility, muscle strength, posture, and balance. Certiﬁed to teach Pilates and Gyrotonic®, Erik has been a member of The Houstonian family since 2005.
Erik’s passion in health and wellness has lead him to find the Pilates discipline which he feels helps his clients become stronger, longer and leaner.
Erik is fully Stott Pilates trained with an emphasis in injuries and special populations. Erik has been teaching Pilates, both private sessions and group classes for over 11 years.
Erik’s goal is to provide his clients with a challenging whole-body workout while using the Pilates method to promote core strength, flexibility, ideal posture, and balance.

Frances Caron

Mon, 22 Apr 2024 15:44:26 GMT

Frances has been with The Houstonian since 1990. She is A.F.A.A. certified and is a certified Pilates instructor from Physical Mind Institute. Frances is also certified in Gyrotonic® Training, TRX, and aerial silks. She has a B.A. in Psychology from the University of Houston and a minor in Dance. She is also a former Miss Houston with a background in theater, dance, and professional cheerleading. Being a mom to Cory and Haley is her favorite job!

Gracen Gailey

Mon, 22 Apr 2024 15:41:31 GMT

Born and raised here in Houston, Gracen became certified in Pilates through the Physical Mind Institute in New York in 2003. In 2016, she also became a certified Gyrotonic® instructor. She has a passion for helping clients achieve their fitness goals and find joy in moving their bodies. The best part of her job is seeing people walk away with a smile on their faces after their workouts.

Juliana Bruno

Mon, 22 Apr 2024 14:45:23 GMT

Juliana was born and raised in Houston, Texas, and began her journey with dynamic movement early in life through different modalities of dance. She found Pilates in 2012 and immediately resonated with the intentionality of mindful movement. After years of practicing mat and reformer Pilates, she wanted to deepen her understanding of the mind-body connection and share it with others by becoming a certified Pilates instructor through Peak Pilates. Juliana’s teaching philosophy is to keep classes challenging as well as engaging so that her clients leave feeling both accomplished and inspired. Whether it be in a private session or a group class, you can always expect a perfectly curated playlist to match her ever-evolving, contemporary routines.

Lara Norville

Mon, 22 Apr 2024 14:25:40 GMT

Lara is a native Houstonian and a former professional ballet dancer. After retiring from dancing, Lara’s passion for movement led her to become certified in both Pilates and the Gyrotonic® Method in 2001. In 2014, she obtained her Gyrokinesis® certification and then joined the Gyrotonic® Teacher Trainer Program. Most recently, Lara completed her Bachelor of Science in Nursing and works as a Pediatric Cardiovascular ICU nurse.

Lara is a believer that a healthy body contributes hugely to a healthy mind and loves sharing these movement systems with others to help them feel the freedom, grace, strength, and confidence that we all possess.