Well my friend, you’re in the right place
I have trained with athletes and a variety of bodies in age and ability. My pilates training is about developing a core connection and awareness in everything that you do.
The body knows movement not muscles. Therefore, I will help guide the awareness of utilizing your powerhouse in every movement.
why work with me
Brenda Freeman is a soul led Pilates Instructor and Somatic Sexological Bodyworker that guides others from 20 years of education, teaching, self-practice and her own life’s journey. She shows up to all of her sessions and workshops with a vast array of knowledge of the human body, compassion, empathy and authenticity in her rawness.
She has found a beautiful connection between Pilates & spirituality to fulfill a need for all humans. She invites her clients & students to tap into the soul-mind-body connection and encourages them to step outside of their usual comfort zones to get more comfortable with who they genuinely are on another level.
I have worked with a variety of populations from leading pre-school movement classes to working in hospitals with the elderly. I have taught pre and post-natal Pilates classes and worked with clients to continue their healing after Physical Therapy. Also teaching at Central Michigan University, I spearheaded, wrote, and implemented the Pilates Mat Program that is used today.
I started doing sessions with Brenda a little over a year ago. I was shocked at how much work I needed to gain in my core, as well as stability. Through Brenda, my posture improved, and I was able to understand how to work from the core instead of putting strain in my low back. I’ve also improved my flexibility from working with Brenda which translates into the field in ways I didn’t even realize were possible. I would recommend Brenda freeman for any athlete whose looking to hone their craft and strengthen their body in a more functional way.
NFL Linebacker - Christian Jones
I had the great pleasure for working with Brenda after coming off a very hard season where I suffered a stress fracture and also diagnoses with Hepatitis A. She helped me get back into shape after almost 6 months of inactivity. It was my first contact with Pilates and I absolutely loved it. The focus placed on core, mobility and even strength was amazing. No idea I was so weak, never trained those little muscles. I felt great getting back on the court and continued doing it all 2019 off season.
Professional Basketball Player - Vlad Moldoveanu
I initially approached Brenda with various injuries from years of competing. Her approach to addressing my individual limitations and needs while simultaneously integrating it into my training schedule was impressive. She took the time to familiarize herself with my sport and its needs while using pilates to help fix the numerous compensations and weaknesses I had developed after training and competing through injuries for years. After a few weeks I started feeling better than I have in years, my back stopped aching and my hips felt more stable than ever. I feel her help has lead to me being the strongest I've ever been at 45 years old. Her work has allowed me to compete at an elite level far past my peers. I highly recommend her as a tool to any athlete looking to improve their health, longevity and overall performance.
Ken McClelland - Pro strongman
2x Masters World Strongman Champion
As a swimmer I use a lot of my bigger muscles in and out of the water. Before working with Brenda, I couldn't quite figure out how to activate my tinier muscles and balance out my stroke. I have gained more awareness of my core, coordination of my shoulders and overall balance within my body in and out of the pool. I would work with Brenda before my afternoon workouts and I was able to tell right away what transpired on the cadillac and/or reformer was transferred into the pool. My balance was starting to equal out and I felt I was able to move through the water with so much more ease and efficiency. Every athlete is different and Brenda learned the sport of swimming to teach me movements that directly related to my body in the water. Brenda has taught me to truly LOVE pilates and feel the love with each movement!
Professional Swimmer - Gabby DeLoof
Pilates has been a life changing experience for me. I started after my 2017 baseball season because I had tight hips and back pain. Brenda taught me how to really connect different parts of my body and engage my core, which has helped my hips become looser and my back become free of pain. Pilates has helped my body become stronger and that has helped me recover quicker from team workouts, which has allowed me to feel better on the mound and has contributed to my success in pitching.
MLB Chicago Pitcher - Jharel Cotton
Brenda’s knowledge and personality make her so effective at not only teaching pilates but helping you understand the purpose. Her keen eye for the smallest details in your movement and posture are what make her so different than other instructors. This is why we refer our clients to Brenda. Whether they are in chronic pain or for athletic performance, she can be highly effective. Plus, she always makes it fun!
Jeff Kong
Owner of Tri-Covery Massage and Flexibility
