About Us
Vocāre Pilates first opened its doors in 2013
with studio owner, Jenevieve Neros. Having worked as a physical therapist
for over two decades, Jenevieve was committed to bringing the highest level of
care and movement education to each and every person walking through the door.
Since its opening in 2013,
the studio has expanded to incorporate even more state-of-the-art Balanced Body
Pilates equipment, ranging from a full set of reformers for group classes to a
Cadillac, to our newest addition, our two CoreAligns. Along with that
expansion, several new teachers have joined Jenevieve’s team who share her
passion for in-depth, full body movement education. See everyone’s bios
below!
Jenevieve Neros is the owner/operator of Vocāre Pilates. Jenevieve began her career in physical training and rehabilitation in the early 1990’s with adaptive aquatics and wheelchair athletics. After receiving a master’s degree from University of Southern California’s department of physical therapy and biokinesiology, her practice has evolved through experience across neurological rehabilitation, acute inpatient care, outpatient clinics, and school based settings.
Jenevieve first discovered Pilates in outpatient orthopedics, as part of treatment for all things low back. Pilates and Pre-Pilates floor exercises are taught in any good lumbar stabilization program. But it wasn’t until managing her own spinal dysfunctions that she was introduced to Pilates equipment, including the reformer, cadillac, chair and ladder barrel. These brilliant apparatuses, and the pain relief afforded her personally, propelled her into an inspired study of the discipline.
Jenevieve began her formal Pilates Instructor certification in 2009, completing Balanced Body University’s full studio curriculum. She’s furthered her studies with Master Instructors Lolita San Miguel, Tom McCook, Madeline Black and Elizabeth Larkam. Jenevieve sees Pilates and CoreAlign equipment as invaluable tools to assist our bodies with life’s movement demands and to prepare us for easeful upright longevity.
Courtney Holleman (she/her) is a Western Washington University graduate with degrees in Kinesiology and Dance. She is a lifelong dancer with experience in many styles, such as contemporary, ballet, pointe, and competitive dance. She continues to dance professionally, specializing in contemporary floorwork and increasing accessibility to those with disabilities. In her free time, she enjoys rock climbing, hiking, skiing, swimming, knitting, and reading.
Courtney is in the process of completing the Pilates Reformer and CoreAlign competencies with Jenevieve Neros at Vocāre. Courtney believes Pilates can be beneficial for all, supporting daily well being, intense activity, and anything in between. She prioritizes collaborative, flexible instruction to promote client autonomy and safety. In sessions with her, you can expect to increase stability, alignment, strength, and range of motion.
Courtney is accepting new group, duet, and private clients.