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The Team Behind Annika

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Instructors

Every class at Annika is led by an instructor who believes that health is wealth. Our team brings world-class expertise, genuine care, and an unwavering commitment to your wellness journey.

Ashley Lacayo

Instructor

Ashley Lacayo

Ashley is a powerlifter-turned-bodybuilder who has a background in exercise physiology, science based programming, nutrition, and injury prevention. Her training is challenging, intentional, and designed to make you stronger, more confident, and more capable. You will get incredible, long-lasting results, and a trainer who will help push you to do more than you ever thought you could!

Anna Johnson

Instructor

Anna Johnson

Anna Johnson is a certified mat and reformer Pilates instructor who found her strength and healing through movement and community. Her classes focus on intentional movement, proper form, and breath-led strength to build endurance and sculpt you. Across both mat and reformer, Anna blends precision with purpose. Expect challenging sequences that strengthen not only your body but your confidence. Each class is designed to feel empowering, supportive, and deeply intentional, leaving you stronger and refined.

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Hot HIITAthleticStrengthLower BodyUpper Body
Joely Larson

Instructor

Joely Larson

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Hot StrengthStrength
Tara Callaway

Instructor

Tara Callaway

After 25 years as a hairdresser and raising her four children, Tara has combined her love for people and fitness to help others discover the mental and physical strength of reformer Pilates. At Annika, she focuses on innovative, fun sessions that prioritize challenging full-body workouts balanced with the essential recovery needed for an elevated quality of life.

Classes

StrengthStrength + Stretch
Ava Johnson

Instructor

Ava Johnson

Ava brings energy, precision, and passion to every class. Trained through Balanced Body and certified across all apparatus including reformer, mat, tower, and chair she brings expertise, precision, and intention to every session. Form is her foundation, confidence is her goal. Expect energizing playlists, a supportive community, and fire-burning classes that challenge you, strengthen you, and leave you glowing. Ava’s goal is to help you move beautifully, feel powerful, and build lasting confidence from the inside out.

Jenessa Curtis

Instructor

Jenessa Curtis

Sports Performance & Athlete Development Coach | 2x World Champion Powerlifter With more than 10 years of coaching experience, Jenessa Curtis specializes in sports performance, strength development, biomechanics and human movement, corrective exercise, mobility, injury prevention, physique development, and nutrition. A two-time, back-to-back World Champion powerlifter who has set more than seven world records, Jenessa combines advanced education and extensive hands-on coaching experience with firsthand experience training and competing at an elite level. Jenessa is a DBC Certified Sports Performance & Athlete Development Coach (Levels 1–3) and has had the opportunity to learn from and gain experience alongside DBC coaches and other coaches who have worked with some of the world's highest-performing professional athletes, including LeBron James, Serena Williams, Donovan Mitchell, Michael Phelps, and many others. Her additional education includes Functional Strength & Conditioning, NASM Sports Nutrition, Personal Training, Olympic Weightlifting specifically for athletes, Ki-Hara Resistance Stretching, and Cup Therapy/Cupping. Throughout her career, Jenessa has coached athletes across football, basketball, baseball, soccer, tennis, golf, track and field, gymnastics, swimming, hockey, volleyball, wrestling, and more, as well as individuals looking to become stronger, improve their physique, move better, prevent injury, and feel more capable in their bodies. What sets Jenessa's approach apart is her belief that physical performance, mental strength, and emotional well-being are deeply connected. Her coaching considers not only how someone moves and performs, but also the mindset, confidence, behaviors, and mental and emotional patterns that can influence long-term progress. Through detailed assessment and highly intentional coaching, Jenessa works to identify what may be limiting each individual and provide the training, education, and tools they need to become physically stronger, mentally and emotionally more resilient, and capable of performing at their highest level. Ultimately, Jenessa's mission as a coach is simple: To help people live up to their full potential.

Brynlie Harris

Instructor

Brynlie Harris

Brynlie delivers a modern full-body sculpt rooted in strength, flow, and intentional design. Expect precise cueing, controlled tempo, and intelligent sequencing that builds balanced strength. With thoughtful options to allow you to challenge yourself at every level, Brynlie’s class will leave you feeling accomplished and recharged.

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Hot Lower BodyHot Upper BodyHot StrengthUpper BodyStrengthHIIT
Cassidy Johnson

Instructor

Cassidy Johnson

Cassidy Johnson is a energetic Instructor with 6+ years of weightlifting experience, personal training knowledge, and a solid understanding of anatomy, form, and safe movement that she brings to the reformer. Expect a full workout pushing strength and endurance with heavy emphasize on form, breath-work, control and mind-body connection. You will leave classes feeling strong, proud and better in-tune with your body.

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StrengthLower BodyAthleticUpper Body
Aislee Meacham

Instructor

Aislee Meacham

Aislee is currently a cheerleader for Brigham Young University. She loves all things nutrition, overall wellness, sunshine, and her husband. After tearing her ACL, she found Pilates during recovery — and it gave her hope and happiness when she needed it most. In her classes, she emphasizes gratitude for the mind and body while encouraging clients through moments that feel impossible. She can’t wait to be your biggest cheerleader on and off the mat/reformer!

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Hot Upper BodyHot HIITStrengthUpper BodyHIITLower BodyAthletic
Avery McNaughton

Instructor

Avery McNaughton

Classes

Lower BodyStrengthAthletic
Liv Payne

Instructor

Liv Payne

Classes

StrengthAthletic
Katie Henry

Instructor

Katie Henry

Whitney Larson

Instructor

Whitney Larson

Whitney fell in love with reformer pilates six years ago and has since been dedicated to sharing that passion with others. At ANNIKA her classes are intentionally challenging, including progressive layers to create a fun yet effective workout. Get ready to feel the burn and love the burn, hoping you crave coming back to her classes before you even leave the studio! Whitney's purpose is to support each individual in becoming the strongest and most confident version of themselves.

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AthleticStrength
Abby Menjivar

Instructor

Abby Menjivar

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Strength
Alanna Beagley

Instructor

Alanna Beagley

Alanna is a Certified Personal Trainer with a Bachelor’s degree in Exercise Science, as well as certifications in Pilates and Golf instruction. Her approach combines strength, mobility, and functional movement to help you feel stronger, more confident, and capable in the gym and everyday life. Alanna is passionate about helping the everyday athlete find personalized training that meets you where you are and builds real results.

Adalyn Jackson

Instructor

Adalyn Jackson

Classes

Strength
Mariam Roberts

Instructor

Mariam Roberts

Mariam is a comprehensive instructor, fully trained on all Pilates apparatus. She is dedicated to helping clients build strength, control, and confidence through intentional movement. Her classes focus on core engagement, alignment, and dynamic sequences that challenge the body while supporting proper form. Expect to work hard, feel the burn, and leave feeling stronger and empowered.

Classes

StrengthStrength + StretchAthleticLower Body
Carson Schenk

Instructor

Carson Schenk

Carson is a certified personal trainer who specializes in body recomposition, helping people build muscle and shed fat at the same time. His training is structured and progressive, built on heavy compound work and habits that hold up outside the gym. He’s after the version of you that looks different in the mirror and feels better everywhere else, with strength and energy that carry into the rest of your day.

Gracie Clements

Instructor

Gracie Clements

Gracie Clement’s classes are built on one core belief: “Your thoughts shape your strength.” With constant affirmations woven throughout every workout, she creates an environment where you’re challenged physically and empowered mentally. Her energy is contagious, her encouragement is bold, and she pushes you to rewrite the narrative in your head replacing doubt with belief. Her goal is simple: to help you realize that YOU ARE CAPABLE!

Classes

FlowHIITStrengthUpper BodyAthleticLower Body
Grace Hadfield

Instructor

Grace Hadfield

Grace is a dedicated Pilates instructor who brings strength, energy, and motivation to every class. Passionate about health and wellness, she designs athletic, upbeat sessions that challenge you, push your limits, and keep you fully engaged from start to finish. Expect dynamic movement, muscle shakes, and that feel-good burn — all in a supportive environment that leaves you feeling confident, positive, accomplished, and stronger than when you walked in.

Classes

Hot StrengthStrengthUpper BodyLower Body
Zoey Mattinson

Instructor

Zoey Mattinson

Kelsey Hafoka

Instructor

Kelsey Hafoka

Kelsey transformed her own health through intentional movement and anti-inflammatory nutrition, she discovered the power of Pilates to glow from the inside out. Her classes focus on mindful strength, deep core activation, and leave you feeling empowered. Expect a burn, great music, and reminders of how capable you are.

Lindsay Ford

Instructor

Lindsay Ford

Lindsay Ford is a Pilates instructor who brings a strength-driven edge to her classes, inspired by her passion for strength lifting and bodybuilding. Her classes will challenge your body in a completely new way, unlocking strength, control, and movement you didn’t know you had. She is going to challenge you to push your body and prove to yourself that you can do the hard. Expect good music, good vibes, and a good time with the encouragement you need to push through. You’ll leave class feeling strong, accomplished and sweaty.

Classes

Strength
Dallas Swenson

Instructor

Dallas Swenson

Dallas Swenson is a mom and passionate reformer Pilates instructor who believes strength is more than physical — it’s a feeling. Her classes blend thoughtful challenge with steady encouragement, helping you build deep strength while reconnecting with your body. Expect intentional movement, a little muscle shake, and a reminder of just how capable you are.

Alysen Gardner

Instructor

Alysen Gardner

Alysen specializes in dynamic Reformer Pilates workouts that strengthen from the inside out. With an emphasis on core engagement, proper form, and controlled power, she helps clients move with purpose and confidence. Expect motivating energy, and results you can feel long after class ends.

Classes

StrengthUpper Body
Tanna Adcock

Instructor

Tanna Adcock

Tanna Adcock is a high-energy Pilates instructor who believes workouts should fly by while still pushing you to your limit. Her classes are upbeat and motivating, with a strong focus on control and intentional movement. Expect loud, fun playlists, nonstop encouragement, and energy that feels like a party.

Classes

Hot StrengthStrengthAthleticLower BodyStrength
Brandon  Becerra

Instructor

Brandon Becerra

Classes

Strength
Addie Krahenbuhl

Instructor

Addie Krahenbuhl

Addie is a dedicated Pilates instructor with a strong commitment to overall wellness, bringing both knowledge and edge to every class. Her sessions emphasize a strong mind-to-muscle connection, controlled movement, and confidence. You can expect intentional, challenging workouts that build strength, enhance body awareness, and support long-term health.

Classes

Hot Upper BodyStrength
Annika Orozco

Instructor

Annika Orozco

Annika Orozco is the founder and owner of ANNIKA and a passionate Pilates instructor who transformed her own life through fitness, rebuilding both her body and mindset. Expect high-intensity, challenging classes designed to push limits and build confidence. Experience the ANNIKA method!

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Upper BodyHot StrengthStrengthLower BodyHIITHot HIITAthletic
Emma Van Valkenburgh

Instructor

Emma Van Valkenburgh

Emma Van V is a hot Pilates instructor who brings the beat, the burn, and the community to every class. Her music-driven sessions are designed to be fun, make you sweat, and push your limits. As a full-time working woman, Emma values your time and makes sure every class is efficient, effective, and something you actually look forward to— while fostering a strong, supportive community.

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Hot HIITHot Lower BodyHot StrengthHIITHIIT *House Party*
Carlee Jensen

Instructor

Carlee Jensen

Carlee Jensen is a certified Mat Pilates instructor focused on strength, confidence, and mood-boosting movement — with a special heart for moms rebuilding and rediscovering their power.

Classes

Hot StrengthStrength
London Sitterud

Instructor

London Sitterud

London's pilates journey was all about finding confidence somewhere other than the gym! A place to feel attractive and work hard. In her classes you can expect to put in the work, listen to music that hypes you up, and leave feeling like you impressed yourself.

Classes

Lower BodyHot StrengthHot Lower BodyUpper BodyStrength
London Norman

Instructor

London Norman

London is a Personal Trainer & Nutrition Consultant! she is passionate about helping others find movement they genuinely enjoy while pushing for progress. Through her own journey managing PCOS, she understands the importance of sustainable habits and feeling strong in your body. She loves pushing clients beyond what they thought they could do, helping them discover strength they didn’t know they had and of course, kicking their butts 😛

Paige Bohne

Instructor

Paige Bohne

Paige Bohne is a fierce Pilates instructor known for her strength-focused training style and ability to push clients beyond their limits. She helps others unlock their full potential and she creates high-intensity, challenging workouts that build both physical strength and mental resilience. Expect powerful, sweat-dripping sessions filled with fun, high-energy momentum. You’ll shake, you’ll be pushed, and you’ll leave feeling stronger, accomplished, and proud of what your body can do.

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HIITLower BodyHot StrengthAthleticUpper BodyStrengthHot Lower Body

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