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About Coastal Core Pilates

EXPERIENCE OUR STUDIO

Coastal Core Pilates is a boutique Reformer Pilates studio in Branford, CT, dedicated to delivering dynamic, high-quality, and community-focused workouts. We specialize in building deep core strength, improving flexibility, and fostering mindful movement on state-of-the-art Reformer machines.

MEET OUR CERTIFIED INSTRUCTORS

Our team of certified instructors is passionate about guiding you through your Pilates practice with expertise and dedication. Get to know the professionals behind Coastal Core Pilates.

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Linda He

Instructor

Linda is a comprehensively trained Pilates instructor with a passion for body awareness, mobility, and strength. She holds a BA in Molecular Biology and conducts research in epigenetics, cancer, and gastroenterology.

Pilates has been a transformative practice in her own life—improving posture, building core strength, and supporting mental well-being. Linda sees it as a dynamic and holistic complement to her scientific work, offering a thoughtful approach to improving physical wellness. She’s excited to share the benefits of Pilates and hopes to inspire others on their own movement journey.

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Delaney O’Keefe

Instructor

Delaney is a comprehensively trained Pilates instructor with a focus on breath, alignment, and functional movement. She is committed to creating a supportive and welcoming environment for students of all levels.

Delaney’s journey into Pilates began as a way to teach herself how to breathe during exercise. Inspired by the profound impact Pilates had on her own body awareness and physical performance, she decided to pursue her certification, completing a 500-hour comprehensive program to deepen her knowledge and skills.

Her approach integrates the principles of Pilates to not only improve physical strength but also promote mindfulness and body connection. Whether you’re new to Pilates or looking to refine your practice, Delaney’s instruction is designed to meet you where you are and guide you toward your goals with precision and care.

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Amelia Trapp

Instructor

Meet Amelia – a joyful mover, teacher, and explorer from Milford, Connecticut!

After years of teaching and training across Australia, New Zealand, and Portugal, she’s returned home to share her passion for creative movement and community where it all began.

With over 450 hours of training and extensive experience in reformer, mat, and barre Pilates, Amelia’s classes are dynamic, uplifting, and thoughtfully layered so you can find your own balance of challenge and ease. Expect playful sequences, energizing playlists, and flows designed to help you feel strong, aligned, and completely at home in your body.

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Sabrina Ruiz

Instructor

Inspired by her own journey, Sabrina became a certified Pilates instructor to help others experience the same benefits. With a focus on mindful movement and overall wellness, she empowers her clients to cultivate strength, flexibility, and confidence.

When Sabrina isn’t on the reformer, she’s either at the gym or at home reading. She loves spending time with her family and relaxing at home.

+1 (475) 301-4906

info@coastalcorepilates.com

23 S Main Street, Branford CT, 06405

HOURS

Mon - Fri                8:00 am - 7:00 pm

Sat - Sun               8:00 am - 12:00 pm

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