Erica Zappettini, Certified Classical Pilates Instructor. La J, Neighbor

<strong>Erica Kristin Zappettini<br> <br> </strong>

A California native, Erica holds a B.A. in Human Communications from Arizona State University, and M.A. in Education from Northern Arizona University, and received her Pilates certification through Peak Pilates in Boulder, Colorado. Peak Pilates is a trusted leader, industry expert, and innovator for over 14 years. As one of the top educators worldwide, Peak Pilates is a major force in continuing the tradition of Classical Pilates training.

Erica opened her first studio in 2006, Pilates Fit, in Carefree, Arizona. Pilates Fit was a small boutique studio offering private and duet lessons.

In 2008, Erica opened her second studio, The Pilates Society, in north Scottsdale. The Pilates Society was the only studio in north Scottsdale offering Classical Pilates and Certification through Peak Pilates. The Pilates Society was voted best studio in north Scottsdale 2009 &amp; 2010 by the Arizona Republic, and was featured in the Money &amp; Business section in 2009 with the Arizona Republic. The Pilates Society and Erica were featured in the national magazine, Pilates Style in 2010, where Erica wrote an article in the Reader Platform on, &#34;How to keep your studio green.&#34;

In May 2011, Erica relocated to La Jolla with her two basset hounds, Lucy and Gracie, who practice Pilates as well. 

Erica is dedicated to maintaining the original integrity of Joseph Pilates system of exercise by teaching Classical Pilates with her clients. She enjoys seeing the changes people can make in their bodies, and the wonderful feeling they get from performing the Method. When teaching, Erica&#39;s energy, passion, and fun makes it easy to feel envious of her students, who benefit from her personal instruction.