Kimberly Kay

Owner/Manager of Urban Pilates + Certified Classical Pilates Instructor

Kim has been practicing Classical Pilates since 2012 and teaching since 2017. Her teachers Dorothee VandeWalle, April Tillman and Renata Jarvi have been the most influential to her own practice and teaching. She continues learn and grow from her teachers through weekly private sessions and attending continuing education opportunities whenever possible. “I hope to always be learning in life and there is so much to learn and grow from in Pilates that a lifetime of opportunity exists if you are open to it.” - Kim Kay

In August of 2019, she had the amazing opportunity to become the new owner of Urban Pilates. Soon after, she earned the Metropolitan Authentic Training (MAT) certification through our sister studio Metropolitan Pilates in Seattle, WA under the direction of Master Teacher Dorothee Vandewalle.

Kim's infectious enthusiasm for Pilates movement will help you create a strong foundational Classical Pilates practice that will keep you moving and leave you feeling lifted, calm and clear headed.

During her free time she enjoys spending time with her family and friends, singing, listening to music and going for long walks around the neighborhood in search of a good cup of coffee.

Jessa Freeman

Certified Pilates Instructor + Prenatal/Postpartum Corrective Exercise Specialist

Jessa has been an athlete and dancer all her life. When she was young she trained to become a professional ballet dancer from the age of 5. Performing roles with Oregon Ballet Theater, Jefferson Dancers,  and graduated with a BFA in Ballet from the U of Utah. She danced as a student company member of Utah Ballet. She went on to perform professionally at the 2002 Olympics and with various choreographers in the Bay Area. After she moved to SF with several injuries, she switched to the path of teaching fitness. 

Being hypermobile and having scoliosis lead her to have chronic injuries. Thus her fascination with fitness and pilates began. "My passion is helping others get out of pain and back into daily life and the sport they love."

Pilates is one of the avenues she can stay healthy and pain free. 

Along with being a pilates teacher Jessa owned her own barre/pilates studio Mod Physique. She's been teaching since 2011.

Some of her certifications include:

• Pilates Mat / Reformer / Springboard Certified - Ellie Herman Pilates

• Workshop: Pilates Rehab training with Ellie Hermann including ankle, low back, knee, shoulder, pregnancy & postpartum. 

• Prenatal/Postpartum Corrective Exercise Specialist 2.0 

• Girls Gone Strong Prenatal - Postnatal Personal Trainer

• RYT 200 Hour Yoga Certified

• Yoga for TBI - Love Your Brain Foundation

• "Mind the Scap" Training with Physical Therapist Jen Crane

• Parkinson's Disease Awareness Training for Fitness 

• A year working in a Physical Therapy Clinic as an Exercise Specialist

In her free time Jessa loves to train and hike with her Collie, listen to music, sing, watch funny movies, read books on health and assist her husband with photography. She also appreciates a very fine meal.

Jenn Falco

Apprentice Pilates Instructor

Having personally practiced Pilates for more than a decade, beginning after a difficult pregnancy, Jenn is studying to become a Certified Third Generation Authentic Pilates Instructor.

Jenn is training under Dorothee VandeWalle, an internationally-recognized Master Teacher who studied with Pilates’ protégé Romana Kryzanowska. Jenn’s program, based in Seattle, Washington, at Metropolitan Pilates, is 700+ hours and includes multiple seminars, practical training, personal Pilates sessions, classroom instruction, and practical and written tests.

Jenn’s goal is to make the power of Pilates accessible to any body, at any level of fitness. Wherever you are today, in six months Jenn wants to see you stronger and more centered.

Jenn has a B.A. degree from Reed College and an M.B.A. from Cornell University’s Johnson School of Management. When she’s not working her day job as a management consultant (or training for her apprenticeship), she enjoys driving her Mustang, all things sci-fi, and volunteering at the Portland Japanese Garden.

Lora Ashley

Apprentice Pilates Instructor

Lora's Pilates journey began following her retirement from a successful career in hair styling and salon ownership. By the end of her career she had debilitating back pain and, faced with the prospect of back surgery, she opted to explore Pilates instead, and it transformed her life. Seven years on, she remains free from serious back issues, and credits Pilates for her newfound well-being.

Inspired by her own experience, Lora is passionate about sharing the benefits of Pilates with others. Teaching Authentic Pilates allows her to fulfill this mission.

Currently based in Hood River, Lora trains and teaches at Summit Studio under the guidance of her mentor, April Tillman. She is also in the final stages of completing her M.A.T. certification through Metropolitan Pilates under the tutelage of Dorothee VandeWalle in Seattle, WA.

When she's not immersed in Pilates, Lora finds joy in pursuits such as photography, gardening, hiking, and the loving restoration of her historic home in Hood River.

Kelly's schedule at Urban Pilates is Mondays - Thursdays from late afternoon to early evening. 

Scheduling and payment with Kelly are managed through her directly.

To book online with Kelly and learn more about her classes and offerings, visit her website at:

https://www.kellyvincentpilates.com/book-online

You can contact her:  

• via email at kellyreck@gmail.com

• via text at 971-285-0528

KELLY VINCENT

Pilates Teacher/Educator

Kelly has been teaching Pilates for over 20 years and is a 2nd generation teacher, having studied with Romana Kryzanowska. She holds a B.A. in Dance and has been a teacher of dance since the early 90's. She has taken numerous specialty courses, including (but not limited to) exercise for osteoporosis/bone health, cardio fitness, senior fitness, postpartum core, archival/historical Pilates, and conditioning for dancers. 

Kelly owned and managed Hillsboro's first classical studio, Trio Pilates, and has worked as an independent teacher in a variety of studios, wellness clinics, medical facilities, corporate offices, recreational centers, and for special events. She was an active member and Ambassador with the Hillsboro Chamber of Commerce, and has collaborated with multiple local businesses to bring awareness to the many benefits of Pilates and general wellness. 

In addition to her recovery from chronic back pain and other injuries/surgeries, Kelly credits Pilates for exceptional management of mental health and loves to teach with a holistic, respectful approach with every student. When not teaching, Kelly spends time dancing, walking, listening to music, cooking, and hanging out with her children and dog.