Simply Pilates

Welcome to Simply Pilates, the premier destination for classical pilates training in Arizona. Our mission is to provide the highest standard of pilates instruction to residents in Scottsdale, Phoenix, and Paradise Valley, helping you achieve a stronger, leaner, and more flexible body. Whether you are a beginner or a professional athlete, our highly certified instructors are dedicated to helping you meet your fitness goals.

Our Services

At Simply Pilates, we offer a variety of services designed to meet your unique needs. Our services include:

• Group Classes: We offer a variety of group classes for all levels, including beginner, intermediate, and advanced. Our classes are designed to provide a full body workout that will leave you feeling stronger, leaner, and more flexible.
• Private Sessions: For those looking for a more personalized experience, we offer private sessions with our highly certified instructors. During these sessions, we will work with you one-on-one to create a customized pilates program that meets your specific needs and goals.
• Specialty Classes: In addition to our group and private sessions, we also offer specialty classes, such as prenatal pilates and pilates for special populations. These classes are designed to meet the unique needs of these populations and provide a safe and effective workout.

Our Instructors

Our instructors at Simply Pilates are the best in the business. All of our instructors are highly certified and have years of experience teaching classical pilates. Our instructors are passionate about helping our clients achieve their fitness goals and are committed to providing a safe, effective, and enjoyable workout.

Owner Amanda Gardner

Amanda's passion for pilates began after years of traditional weight training. She was looking for a way to get more out of her workouts and was immediately hooked after trying her first pilates mat class. Amanda became fascinated with this form of exercise and dedicated much of her time to improving her skills and learning more about the classical pilates method. With a background in education, Amanda decided to transfer her love of teaching into the fitness world. In 2006, she began her comprehensive certification through a Power Pilates program in Scottsdale, AZ. Amanda has received specialized training in pregnancy and pilates, working with individuals with a wide range of special needs, and advanced work on the mat, reformer, tower, barrels, and wunda chair.

Instructor Jennifer Campbell

Jennifer has been a fitness enthusiast for most of her life. She spent her younger years playing sports and later transitioned into traditional weight training, hiking, and running. Jennifer was first introduced to pilates in 2006 and became a strong believer in the method after noting the differences and changes in her body. After 15 years as an elementary school teacher, Jennifer decided to switch gears and pursue a career in the fitness industry teaching pilates. She first became certified to teach mat pilates and later became comprehensively certified through Power Pilates in 2016. Jennifer finds joy in teaching others and sharing the benefits of pilates.

Instructor Amanda Zannis

Amanda Zannis is a third generation classical pilates instructor with over 19 years of teaching experience. Her introduction to the pilates method began shortly after a surgery prevented her from performing her regular weight training and running routines. She began teaching mat pilates in 2004 and was fully certified in the classical method with Power Pilates in 2009. In early 2020, Amanda was one of four Pilates instructors invited to participate in a year-long intensive masters training program with Chris Robinson, world-renowned second generation instructor.

Instructor Doug Zabrocki

Doug Zabrocki is originally from Duluth, MN, and has been teaching pilates since 1997. He is a licensed massage therapist and has over 22 years of fitness/wellness instruction and experience. Doug has had experience teaching pilates, Red Cord, and Indo-Row. Doug's hobbies include harmonica, tai chi, comedic improvisation, hiking, and is a huge dog lover.

Instructor Gretchen May

Gretchen May has been involved in fitness her entire life. She studied ballet for over 10 years and, as an adult, took up figure skating before discovering a love for tennis. In 2012, Gretchen took an intro to pilates class at her gym and discovered a love for pilates. In 2013, Gretchen began her pilates instructor training with the Power Pilates Core Mat 1 and 2 training and began teaching pilates mat classes.

Conclusion

Thank you for considering Simply Pilates for your classical pilates training needs. We are dedicated to providing our clients with the highest standard of pilates instruction and are committed to helping you achieve your fitness goals. Contact us today to learn more about our services and how we can help you get the results you've always wanted!