Improve your body
by CBS Los Angeles
Studio Classes
About Us
dr pilates is a beautiful Los Angeles boutique pilates studio located in the heart of Larchmont Village. We pride ourselves on having the best certified instructors in LA, an available and friendly staff, and classes on the hour, every hour, 7 days per week, to fit into the hustle and bustle of LA life. The mission of dr pilates is to assist all levels of clients in finding the best balance of strength, stretch, and control. This balance of mind and body will allow clients to perform their passion through a transformational physical and personal journey.
One of the most special and unique parts of the dr pilates experience is the sense of community you’ll find and end up becoming a part of. We have seen so many friendships grow and blossom out of the mutual support and comradery that comes with showing up for the same pilates practice each week or even so much as every day. You’ll find groups of people hanging out front beyond the end of their class catching up and supporting each other not only with their practice but in their lives.
Doug Riccio
Owner/Founder
Doug Riccio is a nationally certified pilates instructor with over 20 years of experience in fitness and health. Doug opened dr pilates to create a space that fully supports a fit and healthy lifestyle that can fit into everyone's schedule. Doug is a huge believer in the pilates practice for the mind, body, and spirit. He wants those entering the studio to feel empowered, supported, and invigorated through the practice that has made such a huge impact and difference in his own life.
Instructors
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Francesca De Rose
Vibe: FUN. ATHLETIC. CHALLENGING.
Music: Upbeat Pop and Dance
Fun Fact: Francesca has a background in skydiving
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Bernadette Machard De Gramont
Vibe: STEADY. BALANCED. SYMMETRY.
Music: 90s TRL hits / Smooth songwriter vibes
Fun Fact: Bernadette has a background in ballet and is a lifestyle writer within the travel, food, and fitness world.
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Aaron Tone
Vibe: SMOOTH. FOCUSED. STRENGTHENING.
Music: Soul, Funk, Motown
Fun Fact: President Obama once called Aaron’s beard “Magnificent”
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Adelene Tearie
Vibe: CONTROL. PRECISION. FLOW
Music: Top 40s
Fun Fact: Adelene has a background in professional Tennis
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Catie Quinn
Vibe: CLASSICAL. LENGTHENING. INTRICATE.
Music: Retro soul, classic rock, motown
Fun Fact: Catie is an actor, writer, and mother of 3 to a cat and 2 parrots.
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Eeda Charbonneau
Vibe: ENGAGING. GRACEFUL. RYTHMIC.
Music: Rhythmic, retro soul, motown
Fun Fact: Eeda is an incredible professional violinist
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Hedy Hutchenson
Vibe: ENERGIZED. MOTIVATING. CREATIVE.
Music: Upbeat, fast-paced hits of all genres
Fun Fact: Hedy is a professional dancer. She danced in the Joffrey ballet, and is a UCLA and Oxford University grad.
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Hilary Curwen
Vibe: ATHLETIC. FAST-MOVING. STRENUOUS.
Music: A little bit of everything from 90s to Top 40s hits
Fun Fact: Hilary is a writer, director, and comedic actress.
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Jennifer Maxwell
Vibe: MOVEMENT FOCUSED. CLASSICAL/CONTEMPORARY. CHALLENGING.
Music: A little bit of everything from 90s to Top 40 hits
Fun Fact: Jen is a major foodie! She will get you through class by talking about all your favorite foods.
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Kiley Fisher
Vibe: FUN. FLUID. FUNCTIONAL.
Music: Tropical / House / Downtempo
Fun Fact: Kiley has been practicing Pilates for over 15 years, and has a background in holistic health
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Lauren Kokenes
Vibe: BALANCE. STABILITY. ENERGY.
Music: From Chill to Upbeat and everything in between
Fun Fact: Lauren is a ballerina, equestrian, and Spanish literature grad.
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Marina Santoro
Vibe: INTENSITY. STABILITY. FITNESS.
Music: A little bit of everything
Fun Fact: Marina is a fashionista!
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Skye Madsen
Vibe: FUN. ATHLETIC. CHALLENGING.
Music: Upbeat Pop and Dance
Fun Fact: Skye is a Singer songwriter with published music and will steal your dog if you let her.
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Sonya Bender
Vibe: PASSIONATE. PUMPED UP. FOCUSED.
Music: The very best of the 90s
Fun Fact: Sonya is a singer and has a background as a spin instructor.
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Wes Ferguson
Vibe: FIT. CHALLENGED. DETAILED.
Music: Chill house, Ibiza beats, and house music
Fun Fact: Wes hosts a popular podcast and is a wonder women Fanatic.
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Isaac Salazar
Vibe: LAID-BACK, ATTENTIVE, ENCOURAGING.
Music: 90's R&B and pop.
Fun Fact: Isaac has been to Burning Man 6 times.
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Anastacia Rose
Vibe: Flow. Intentional. Athletic
Music: Upbeat Ambient.
Fun Fact: Anastacia rescued a pitbull named Dorothy and the two are inseparable.
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Dina Freberg
Vibe: Empowering. Supportive. Fun.
Music: An eclectic mix from French pop to 70s disco.
Fun Fact: Dina spends her free time as a stand up comedian!
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Caroline Liviakis
Vibe: Precise. Intense. Focused
Music: Deep House
Fun Fact: Caroline is a choreographer and director
