Expert guidance. Real people.
A Pilates studio built for you.
Pilates for Every Body: All Levels Welcome.
THE PILATES CENTER OF OOLTEWAH
At The Pilates Center of Ooltewah, you’ll find more than just a workout. You’ll find expert guidance, intentional movement, and a supportive space designed to help you feel your best.
Our classes are led by highly trained, certified instructors under the direction of nationally certified Pilates trainer Mary Gregory Stocker, ensuring every movement is purposeful, safe, and effective. Whether you're new to Pilates or building on your experience, we meet you where you are and help you progress with confidence.
Here, you’ll get the benefit of individualized attention within a welcoming group setting so you can stay motivated, feel supported, and see real results. With state-of-the-art equipment and a focus on proper technique, we create an environment where you can challenge your body without risking injury.
It’s a place to get stronger, move better, and build consistency right here close to home.
ABOUT MARY
I discovered my passion for physical therapy after overcoming a debilitating shoulder injury in my twenties. Inspired by my own recovery, I left my graduate program in Statistics to pursue a career in Physical Therapy at the University of Florida. Pilates became a pivotal part of my journey when traditional methods fell short in treating a subsequent back injury during PT school. Certified by the Pilates Method Alliance in 2003, I integrated Pilates into my practice and witnessed profound improvements in my patients' recovery. After earning my Doctorate of Physical Therapy in 2010, I founded a Pilates studio in Huntsville focusing on injury recovery and chronic conditions.Now based in Chattanooga, I continue to deepen my expertise as a Polestar Pilates Rehab Practitioner, dedicated to helping others achieve lasting health and wellness.
Tucker Knox
Meet Tucker Knox, a dynamic Pilates instructor bringing a wealth of movement expertise to Ooltewah. With a background as a competitive gymnast and Juilliard-trained dancer, Tucker's understanding of the body is profound. His personal journey of recovery from a significant accident ignited a deep passion for Pilates, recognizing its power to transform both body and mind. Under the mentorship of Irene Dowd and with experience working with elite athletes at the New England Patriots and dancers at the Boston Ballet, Tucker blends classical Pilates principles with therapeutic movement.
Tucker's extensive experience allows him to help clients in Ooltewah build strength, improve balance, and cultivate greater mind-body awareness. Having also studied with Pilates pioneers Ron Fletcher and Mary Bowen, he integrates a holistic approach into his teaching. Tucker is thrilled to join a studio that values the connection between physical therapy and Pilates, offering his unique skills to help you reach your full potential.
Natalie Velotta
Natalie's journey with Pilates began as a way to enhance her fitness, and she quickly became a passionate advocate for its benefits. As a former Lead Instructor at Club Pilates, she has a proven track record of leading engaging and effective classes that cater to various fitness levels. Students can expect her classes to be both challenging and innovative, fostering a strong mind-body connection.
Natalie's enthusiasm for fitness education extends to barre, which she will be incorporating into her repertoire soon. Outside the studio, her roles as a wife, mother, and grandmother underscore her caring and supportive nature. Her love for music and the outdoors further reflects her vibrant approach to life, making her a relatable and inspiring instructor for our Ooltewah community.
Join Natalie's Pilates classes in Ooltewah and experience her inspiring instruction firsthand!
Tricia Shadix
A lover of group fitness of all types, Tricia first found Pilates during the pandemic when most gyms were closed. Through private sessions, she fell in love with classical Pilates and the way it elevated her mind-body connection. She has continued her practice through group classes since moving to Chattanooga in 2022 and absolutely adores the community she has found. She is currently completing her National Comprehensive Pilates Certification through Reform Fitness & Therapy in Ooltewah and is excited to blend her love of classical movement with a contemporary twist.
“Pilates has brought so much positivity and such a rich sense of community to my life that I could have never anticipated. I am grateful to the instructors who have mentored me and the clients who have inspired me. It truly feels like a family.” When not in the studio you can find Tricia with her three yorkies or spending time with family.
