Helen Ismail is a Nationally Certified Pilates Instructor having completed full training in all Pilates Modules and has received her Comprehensive Pilates Certificate from MOVE WELLNESS of Ann Arbor Michigan!

Focusing on spinal health and aging populations and as someone who personally lives with scoliosis, Helen brings a unique combination of professional expertise and lived experience to her teaching. Consistent and Continuing Education is a top goal for Helen. Recently, she is privileged and grateful to begin working with Classically trained 2nd Generation teachers who have studied under some of the original Pilates Elders taught by Joseph Pilates!

She understands how it feels to move in a body that doesn’t always align perfectly—and she’s passionate about helping others explore, understand, and strengthen their own bodies through both the physical and mental connection within the pilates method. She loves how pilates moves far beyond teaching us to recognize our own body’s movements, empowering us to be self-sufficient in our daily lives!

Pilates Achieved offers a positive, safe and personal studio space for Women only at all levels. Sessions are rooted in the classical Pilates method, and incorporates Contemporary and therapeutic movement throughout with a thoughtful emphasis on form, breath, and spinal health. Known for her calm, clear instruction and ability to meet each client where they are, Helen strikes a balance between structure and play. Sessions are uplifting and fun, yet always grounded in safety, the foundational method and repertoire with individualized care.

Outside of the studio, Helen is a lifelong horse enthusiast and explores her own personal self pilates practice with local Michigan teachers on a regular basis to continue growing her knowledge and passion for movement!

If you are looking to feel more at home in your body—whether supporting your health goals, recovering from injury, or simply supporting your current fitness path lets connect and start with a conversation!