Instructors

Kendahl is committed to helping individuals feel their best through movement. With a warm smile and a friendly approach, Kendahl tailors each session to meet the unique needs of her clients. Whether you're looking to improve your posture, increase flexibility, recover from an injury, cross-train for a sport, build strength, or simply age gracefully, Kendahl's expertise can help you reach your goals. With years of experience influenced by both classical and contemporary Pilates certifications, she's a highly skilled instructor who knows how to make each session both fun and challenging. Get ready for rewarding instruction that will leave you feeling energized and empowered.

Kendahl's journey to Pilates began unexpectedly. Suffering from chronic back pain caused by years of competitive horseback riding, Kendahl was desperate for a solution. She discovered Pilates almost by chance and was immediately drawn to its thoughtful and effective approach to movement. After just one session, she was hooked. For the first time in her life, Kendahl found pain relief by simply moving in a mindful manner. She was amazed by the power of Pilates and how it could transform her body and improve her overall health and wellness.

With dedicated practice, Kendahl's back pain disappeared completely within six months. She was so inspired by the transformative effects of Pilates that in 2016 she left her Marketing career behind to pursue Pilates full-time. She continuously feels grateful to share the benefits of this incredible movement practice with others. 

Kendahl is a GYROTONIC® certified instructor and holds comprehensive Pilates certifications from both Balanced Body and Six Degrees Uptown.

Michele’s teaching style is compassionate, intuitive, and client-centered. She believes bodies are adaptable and capable, and encourages curiosity over perfection. Rather than focusing on a single “right” way to move, she helps clients find approaches that feel effective, sustainable, and empowering for their individual bodies and goals.

As a classically trained Pilates instructor with over 10 years of experience, Michele is passionate about helping clients build strength, confidence, and a deeper understanding of their bodies through mindful movement.

While her foundation is rooted in classical Pilates, Michele enjoys exploring new perspectives and movement approaches. She especially loves helping clients apply Pilates principles to the activities they enjoy, whether that means moving more comfortably in everyday life, returning to an activity after injury, or improving athletic performance.

Over the years, Michele has worked with clients of all ages and movement backgrounds, supporting goals ranging from active aging and injury recovery to athletic performance and lifelong wellness. Her goal is to help each person move with greater ease, resilience, and confidence so they can continue doing the things that matter most to them.

Outside the studio, Michele is a confident cook, developing golfer, and reluctant gardener.

Michele operates MFJ Pilates out of Kora Pilates. For sessions, book directly with Michele at info@mfj-pilates.com.

Michele holds a comprehensive Pilates certification from Defining You Pilates & Fitness in St. Paul, MN.