Meet the Founder

A Second-Generation Teacher of the Original Pilates Method

Founder’s Introduction

I’m Keion, founder of Pilates DNA and a second-generation Pilates teacher dedicated to preserving and teaching the method as it was handed down from Joseph Pilates himself.

My training traces directly to Joe through one of his most devoted students, Jay Grimes, who taught the method for over 60 years and often reminded us that Contrology (as Joe called it) is sweaty, hard work — not a fleeting fitness trend.

I spent several years training closely under Jay and Sandy Shimoda, owner of Vintage Pilates. I have not only refined my own practice, but developed a deep respect for how this method transforms bodies through effort, consistency, and individuality. My teaching remains firmly rooted in this lineage and philosophy.

Why I Teach

Contrology changed my life, not because it was easy, but because it asked me to show up, think critically, and keep putting in the work to support my desire for the highest quality of life. I teach this method because I’ve experienced its ability to create real, lasting change.

My goal is not to entertain or distract you with novelty. I’m here to guide you through the original work—consistent, focused, and individualized—so you can discover how strong and capable your body truly is.

About the Studio

Pilates DNA is a Contrology Method Studio.
We teach the full classical system as it was intended, using both mat and apparatus. Nothing is watered down or creatively reimagined. Each session is tailored to the individual, drawing from a complete toolbox that supports progress, not just performance.

Whether you’re recovering from injury, fine-tuning athletic performance, or simply looking for a more intelligent way to move, this method meets you where you are and gives you a path forward.

Our studio is small and focused. You won’t find playlists or gimmicks here. What you will find is rigorous, personalized instruction rooted in tradition and dedicated to results.

What Sets Us Apart

  • ✅ Lineage-Driven Instruction
    Trained directly by Jay Grimes, who learned from Joseph Pilates.

  • ✅ Full-System Training
    Both mat and apparatus used with purpose and progression.

  • ✅ Personalized, Independent Work
    Students are taught to think through their practice and develop lasting skills.

  • ✅ Uncompromised Methodology
    No hybrids. No fluff. Just the real work, taught with clarity and care.

Ready to Begin?

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Founder’s Introduction