pilates and more for the mountain minded
instructors
Erica Linnell
Owner, Pilates Instructor
I didn't set out to become a pilates instructor. Circumstances unexpectedly led me here...and I am so glad they did! After a high-impact life as a former mountain guide, avid skier & mountain biker, I developed several injuries from carrying too-heavy packs and enduring one-too-many crashes. Through Pilates I learned I could strengthen from the inside out—from my CORE—which could rehab my body in an integrated way and make me stronger and more balanced for the outdoor pursuits I love.
In 2018 my pilates mentor suggested that I consider teaching pilates because I have been a teacher in some form for over 25 years...from skiing, to outdoor education, to wilderness medicine courses, to cooking lessons! Pilates instruction became a natural fit and I began teaching in the fall of 2019 after completing my certification through the Pilates Training Camp, LLC. I am trained in reformer, mat, chair, tower, and more.
In 2023, another unexpected opportunity presented itself and thus began studioCore Teton Valley. I can't wait to share my passion for Pilates & for community with all of you!
Brandi VanSeters
Pilates Instructor
Brandi grew up playing in the Wasatch mountains of Salt Lake City. Caring for her body through supplemental strength training and body work supported her pursuit of mountain sports and inspired her to become a massage therapist almost 25 years ago. She loves helping others connect to their bodies and she is continually amazed by what the body can do. In 2012, Brandi came to the Tetons for the summer to do some adventuring with her partner Sean and they never left! Along with their dogs Bonnie & Clyde, Brandi & Sean love to explore the region on mountain bikes, rafts, skis, and their own two feet.
Brandi used her Massage skills working for Physical Therapist in Driggs to enhance patient healing. It was there that she discovered Pilates and she has not looked back since! Brandi has completed her Stott training in mat, chair, and reformer. She not only advocates for using pilates to support injury recovery, but she is amazed by how much it helps people without injuries build strength, balance, and flexibility to prevent injuries from happening in the first place and to improve overall athletic performance.
We are SO lucky that Brandi integrates her decades of knowledge about the body into her classes.
Rebekah Donley
Pilates Instructor
We are honored to have Dr, Rebekah Donley, PT, DPT, CPI as a substitute instructor when she is available! (We would take her all the time if she didn’t have her own thriving pilates and physical therapy practice!). Upon graduating PT school, Rebekah found her dream job in a Sacramento clinic, offering in-house PT, Pilates, Chiropractic and Massage therapies. Becoming a certified Balanced Body Pilates Instructor in 2008 became the foundation of her physical therapy career and a lifelong movement practice that she advocates for all her patients and students.
The 6 Principles of Pilates: Concentration, Control, Centering, Fluidity, Precision and Breathing are the gifts that keep giving throughout daily activities. She values Pilates for her clients because it protects the spine when lifting, helps with knee tracking while stepping up/down, sets the scapula to protect shoulders while moving arms, and supports overall mobility.
When you don’t see Rebekah substituting at studioCORE, you’ll find her treating and coaching patients in private sessions just down the road at Victor PT & Pilates. Reach out to her to get support managing injuries for your athletic pursuits! Outside, Rebekah loves ALL the things: mountain biking, trail running, dirt biking, skiing, snowboarding, skate skiing and chasing her 2 little boys around!
Cristine Wehner
Pilates Instructor
Cristine discovered Pilates as a student at studioCORE Teton Valley and soon found more than a workout — she found her passion. After completing her STOTT Pilates® training in both Mat and Reformer, she transitioned from dedicated client to instructor, bringing both personal experience and professional training to every class she teaches.
Cristine is motivated by helping people feel stronger and more connected to their bodies. She believes Pilates is not just about exercise, but about learning how to move with awareness, build strength from the inside out, and create lasting resilience. Her classes focus on clear instruction, intentional movement, and creating a supportive space where clients can challenge themselves safely and confidently.
She has lived in Teton Valley for 12 years with her husband Matt and their two dogs, Dually and Dozer, and loves being part of an active mountain community.
Amelia Hufsmith
Pilates Instructor
Amelia was raised in Teton Valley, where a close-knit community instilled a lifelong appreciation for movement and balance. She later earned her Bachelor of Fine Arts in Dance Choreography and Performance from the University of Montana in 2014, where Pilates became an essential complement to her dance practice and later a tool for healing a chronic back injury.
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Comprehensively certified in the Silvestre Technique, Amelia continues to deepen her study through ongoing education with ©BASI Pilates, and ©MOVING THROUGH PARKINSON'S.
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Now a lifer local returned home woth her dogs Fig & June, Amelia instructs Pilates on both sides of the Tetons. Her teaching invites mindful awareness, strength, and harmony—within the body, the mind, and the way we move through the world.
Courtney Ray
Pilates Instructor
Courtney’s passion for movement and teaching naturally led her to Pilates. After years of experiencing on and off back issues, she began practicing Pilates more consistently and quickly fell in love with how strong, balanced, and supported it made her feel. The positive impact it had on her body inspired her to share that experience with others. Courtney recently completed her reformer Pilates training through STOTT Pilates and is excited to help clients build strength, increase confidence, and feel more connected to their bodies through intentional movement.
Before focusing on Pilates, Courtney spent many years as a school teacher while also pursuing her love for fitness. In 2016, she completed her Power Vinyasa certification and Yoga Sculpt. She taught yoga and sculpt classes in Colorado before bringing her experience to the Teton Valley community.
Courtney’s Pilates classes are designed to leave you feeling stronger, more balanced, and empowered. She encourages clients to challenge themselves while creating a welcoming environment for all levels. She lives in Victor with her husband, two kids, and their dog Charlie, cat Freddie, and new puppy.
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located at 170 N Main St
Victor, ID 83455