Meet The Team
Maggie Jones
Owner, Front Desk, Teacher + Balanced Body Master Educator
With a passion for dance ignited at the age of six, Maggie's early exploration of movement laid the foundation for her deep understanding of the body. This passion naturally evolved into a deep dive at the University of California Santa Barbara, where she earned a BFA in Dance alongside a minor in Exercise and Health Science. The stage then beckoned, and Maggie spent time performing professionally in Los Angeles, honing her understanding of the body in motion.
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Driven deeper into the mechanics of movement and a desire to understand the body on a different level, Maggie worked as a Physical Therapy Aide, gaining invaluable insight into the nuances of pain, injury, and rehabilitation. This experience seamlessly led her to the world of Pilates, where she earned her first teaching certification through BASI Pilates under the expert guidance of Karen Clippinger. Further solidifying her expertise in the realm of recovery and movement, Maggie then spent years teaching Pilates within a chiropractic and physical therapy office. This immersive experience allowed her to work closely with individuals navigating a wide range of physical challenges, truly honing her ability to tailor sessions and adjust exercises for successful outcomes.
Upon moving to Texas in 2017, Maggie became an integral part of the ALIGN Pilates team in Austin, working alongside the amazing Brooke Bowersock. This pivotal experience eventually led to a referral into the prestigious Master Educator Program at Balanced Body. Now, Maggie shares her expertise by teaching Teacher Training at the ALIGN teacher training center, an Authorized Training Center for Balanced Body.
Known for her sharp eye for detail, the supportive touch of her hands-on guidance, and her clear and encouraging cues, Maggie creates a challenging yet accessible class environment. She effortlessly guides everyone from beginners taking their first steps to advanced practitioners seeking deeper understanding. With a genuine curiosity about Joseph Pilates himself and the stories behind his exercises, Maggie weaves both classical foundations and contemporary insights into her teaching. You can find her sharing her passion and knowledge in both our Classical and Contemporary classes.
Andrew Abrahamson
Owner, Front Desk + All things business
Born in the misty outskirts of Seattle, Andrew spent his youth mastering cul-de-sac baseball before his wanderlust led him to Europe at the millennium's turn—where he discovered both adulthood and a passion for hospitality that would define his first career chapter.
Andrew's journey through the hospitality world was expansive —evolving from bartender to operations leader to CEO of a multi-state hospitality group with 30 locations. His talent for building authentic connections, nurturing talent, and creating transformative experiences proved invaluable as he guided teams through both expansion and pandemic challenges.
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Today, Andrew has embraced his most fulfilling venture yet: bringing the transformative power of Pilates to others alongside his accomplished wife. "What drew me to Pilates was realizing Joseph Pilates was a visionary a century ahead of his time," Andrew explains. "He understood that breathwork, mobility, and intentional movement could heal almost any ailment—principles that modern wellness is only now fully embracing."
This new chapter perfectly harnesses Andrew's operational expertise and his genuine passion for enhancing lives. Where once he created spaces for nightly connection, he now builds communities focused on daily strength—helping clients develop not just physical power but mental clarity and lasting wellness.
A natural community builder with an adventurer's spirit, Andrew brings infectious enthusiasm to his studio, creating an environment where every client feels both challenged and supported on their journey to becoming their strongest self.
Victoria Puchkova
Teacher
Victoria is a comprehensively BASI-certified instructor who brings scientific precision to movement education. Her approach combines traditional Pilates with modern anatomical knowledge, creating purposeful movement experiences on all apparatus including reformer, cadillac, chair, spine corrector, and barrel. You can find Victoria teaching a contemporary style class.
With a Bachelor of Arts in Choreography from the prestigious Vaganova Ballet Academy, Victoria has an extensive background in dance and teaching people to move.
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Her expertise lies in finding precision in movement while improving self-awareness for others, helping clients develop a deeper understanding of their bodies and movement patterns.
Whether working with dancers, athletes, or wellness seekers, Victoria’s approach focuses on the whole person, understanding that true change happens when precision meets awareness in purposeful movement.
Ramsey Turpin
Teacher
I fell in love with movement from an early age, starting with swimming in high school, moving to climbing and yoga in college. Once I found Pilates my form improved in all modalities of movement that I enjoy! I received a 250hr certification from Bodybar which I then used to help me finish a Balanced Body comprehensive certification at ALIGN with Brooke Bowerstock and Maggie Jones. I hope to foster passion in my students to make their workouts feel like a celebration of movement and what their bodies are capable of.
You can find Ramsey teaching a contemporary style class.
francesca Budesheim
Teacher
Francesca is a comprehensively certified Stott Pilates instructor with a passion for helping people feel strong, aligned, and connected in their bodies.
With a background in yoga, mindfulness, and therapeutic coaching, she brings a thoughtful and supportive approach to every class.
You can find Francesca teaching a contemporary style class. Her teaching style blends precision and flow so her students can be challenged, but also cared for.
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Whether you’re brand new to Pilates or refining your practice, Francesca creates an environment where you can build strength, improve mobility, and discover the joy of mindful movement.
Keep up with her on social @francescayoga and @lowkeyspiritual
Mónica Cáceres
Teacher
Mónica Cáceres is a certified Pilates instructor and Physical Therapist originally from Colombia. She moved to the United States in 2012 and has embraced her life in Austin with joy and gratitude.
With over 13 years of experience teaching Pilates, Mónica has taught in several well-established studios, gaining valuable experience and deepening her approach to mindful movement. She blends her clinical knowledge with a warm, natural teaching style, creating classes that are both accessible and precise. You can find Mónica teaching a contemporary style class.
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Mónica is known for her clear cueing, attention to detail, and emphasis on posture and alignment as the foundation of effective movement. Her love for dance and her cheerful energy shine through in every class, making each session uplifting, engaging, and fun.
For Mónica, Pilates is more than just exercise—it’s a way to help others feel strong, connected, and joyful through mindful, intentional movement.
Lauren Shimotsu
Teacher
Lauren became comprehensively certified through Hilary Opheim, who studied under John Gossett, Benjamin Degenhardt, and Cara Reeser. After completing her certification, Lauren branched out all over the Lower Rio Grande Valley to observe and practice a variety of teaching styles and modalities, including Power Pilates, Fletcher Pilates, Peak Pilates, and STOTT Pilates.
You will find Lauren teaching a mix of classical and contemporary styles. She is able to adapt and break down progressions for all abilities and goals.
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Whether you have back pain, or are looking for a challenge because you have plateaued, she is motivated to help you realize your potential within your body. It is not uncommon for her to be found reading articles on injuries in order to understand how to best serve your needs.
During her down time, she enjoys long distance running, and taking her corgis for walks.