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About Central Core
Misha Patel and her instructors lead a variety of in-studio sessions – small groups, privates, duets – using the Pilates Reformer and other equipment.
Small group classes are geared for all abilities, with modifications to safely address any fitness level. View the Central Core Schedule below to see current classes, descriptions, dates and times – as well as the range of live virtual classes offered. Sign up with your Mindbody account.
To schedule private and duet sessions at the studio, contact Misha directly:
Client Protocols for Studio Sessions
- Please do not attend in-studio sessions if you are feeling ill.
- Straps are required for each client. Please bring your own or purchase straps at the studio.
- Bring a clean pair of socks to be put on when entering the studio. Socks are required for all sessions.
- Clients are asked to wait in cars until a few minutes before class time.
- Equipment is cleaned and sanitized between each session. Small group sessions allow adequate spacing.
- Text: 805-295-9505
- Email: sessions@centralcore.fitness
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MEET The TEAM
Misha Patel
Lead Instructor / Owner
Misha Patel
Misha Patel is a fully certified STOTT Pilates, TRX Sports Medicine, and Z-Health Trainer providing intelligent application of movement for a range of applications, from clinical rehab to athletic performance.
Misha's teaching is heavily influenced by her understanding and ongoing training in human anatomy, kinesiology, brain function, neuroplasticity, and neurobiomechanics.
Her dedication and keen sense of brain-based exercise innovation have benefited injury rehab and special population clientele as well as professional and Olympic athletes, allowing each to achieve his or her individual goals in a healthy, appropriate, and proactive manner.
She holds a Bachelor of Arts in Theater Arts, Dance and a Bachelor of Science in Commerce, Marketing from Santa Clara University.
Paula Anderson
Instructor
Paula Anderson
Paula Anderson, MS, is a graduate of Cal Poly San Luis Obispo with her Master's degree in Kinesiology, and a specialty in Wellness Management. Paula has been teaching Pilates for 25 years and is a former studio owner, now semi-retired. She is a graduate of both the Polestar Pilates Post-Rehab Training Program and Balanced Body Comprehensive Training program. She is also an accomplished CoreAlign instructor, having been trained by the inventor of the CoreAlign, Jonathan Hoffman. She specializes in Pilates for Osteoporosis and works with students of all levels and abilities.
Rachel Lowe
Instructor
Rachel Lowe
Rachel Lowe discovered the benefits of Pilates in 2009 and very quickly knew she wanted to become an instructor one day. Her goal? To help others bring out their inner athlete and find the benefits from Pilates training. After studying under Misha Patel, founder of Central Core, and excelling in completion of its rigorous Mentorship Program, she joins the Central Core instructor team. Rachel’s athletic-based approach pulls from her vast knowledge of other modalities including HIIT, weight training, Lagree, and running. Her attention to detail and making her clients feel safe and comfortable shine through in both private and group sessions.
Taylor Reder
Instructor
Taylor Reder
Taylor Reder was a critical care nurse in the Cardiac Catheterization Laboratory. Her unique ability to understand and address a patient’s fear and concerns for cardiac care has translated into her teachings at Central Core. When she started with Pilates sessions, she experienced more than physical change. She discovered a holistic approach to wellness and mental health, and in time proceeded to train under Misha Patel, founder of Central Core. Taylor excelled in its rigorous Mentorship Program. Taylor has a passion to help clients feel limitless despite any limitations, whether physical injury, neurological diseases, autoimmune issues, or mental health challenges. Her attention to detail and making her clients feel safe and comfortable shine through in both private and group sessions.