meet shannon
Hi, I'm Shannon. My Pilates journey began in the late 90s, when I made a lifestyle shift from high heels to bare feet. In 2004, I founded my private Pilates studio at Serendipity Racquet Club in Sarasota, Florida, where I initially focused on working with tennis and golf athletes. The impact was immediate—clients saw significant improvements in both their physical conditioning and athletic performance. As demand grew, so did my studio, evolving from a small, private space into a fully equipped group Pilates studio.
With word of these successes spreading, I soon began training professional tennis and golf athletes, helping them achieve peak performance while reducing injury through the Pilates Method. Recognizing the unique needs of racquet and golf sports, I pursued advanced education, including a Fellowship in Applied Functional Science® and certification as a Functional Golf Specialist with the renowned Gray Institute. This specialized training allows me to design high-performance Pilates programs tailored to the specific demands of these athletes.
Over the years, I’ve continued to expand my expertise, completing an advanced fellowship in Applied Functional Science® and earning certifications in Gyrotonic®. My skills go beyond just athlete training; as a Master Pilates Educator, I provide comprehensive training and mentorship for aspiring instructors, guiding them toward international certification and offering industry insights.
I'm particularly passionate about rotational sports and now offer specialized Pilates for Pickleball players, featured in InPickleball magazine. Additionally, I am the proud owner of four Club Pilates in Lee County. Our mission is to make Pilates accessible to every”body.” Inspired by Joseph Pilates' philosophy that "Physical fitness is the first requisite of happiness," my dream team and I are dedicated to helping each individual who steps into our studio achieve their happiest, healthiest self.
path to mastery
Club Pilates Master Trainer
Stott Pilates – Advanced
Fellow of Applied Functional Science (FAFS) Gray Institute
Gyrotonics Method
Melt Method – Level 2
TRX
Pilates Suspension Method
ZENGA
Functional Golf Specialist Gray Institute
Relief Through Rolling Master Trainer
Barre Above Master Trainer
Chronic Pain Specialist
She saved my life. I love Shannon. She’s a remarkably talented, creative girl. I put my life in her hands and she heals me. -Judy Guzzi