Cecie Salazar (She/They) has been a dancer and athlete their entire life, so their passion for movement and all around fitness runs deeply. Cecie discovered Pilates through dance; however, they started dedicating themselves to the practice after it corrected their imbalances post knee reconstruction surgery in 2014, and then again as a form of pain management and strengthening after a severe car accident. They are classically trained on all Pilates apparatuses since 2017 from Appalachian State University, and has also trained in the contemporary style during their time living in NYC post undergrad. What is most important to them as an instructor and human being, is to leave every student feeling longer, stronger, and confident in themselves. They strive to provide a safe and fun atmosphere where everyone can feel seen and heard. When Cecie is not obsessively climbing, dancing, or training for American Ninja Warrior; they are creating art, singing to their plant babies and pets, or backpacking the great outdoors.