:: DELYER ANDERSON
Delyer took her first dance class at the age of 3 and has never stopped moving since. Trained in various forms of dance, she has developed an eye for what is neccessary for each type of physical movement demanded by the work presented. Throughout her career, she has been exposed to many forms of exercise and dance conditioning. These specific skills have enhanced her education of the body.
Delyer's first introduction to Pilates and Yoga was at the age of 14. She began to see that this form of training was shaping her into a strong and mindful being. Her transition from student to professional came in 2001 when enrolled as a dance major at California State University of Long Beach. During her time in college she studied under such instructors as Karen Clippinger and Rael Isocowitz which helped facilitate the completion of her Pilates Certification from Body Arts and Science International in 2002. Soon after, she received her Bachelors of Fine Arts in Dance Performance and Choreography.
Delyer continues to dance professionally with modern dance companies within Los Angeles area. All the while maintaining a full clientle of private and semi-private instruction at Shape-Up. Her instruction emphasizes core strength while maintaining correct posture and alignment. Delyer looks forward to the opportunity to continue to impact her students and their practice.

:: ELLEN EMMER
Ellen's love for pilates began when she started training for her first marathon. Needing some serious cross-training and Pilates provided the answer. Three marathons, and two years of Pilates training later and Ellen made a life changing decision to become a Pilates Instructor. She began her training with STOTT Pilates at the John Garey Studio in Long Beach, CA. "I find STOTT an intensive athletic approach to Pilates, and enjoy the ever increasing challenge presented." Ellen strives to improve physical movement and raising the bar of strength, endurance, and flexibility as an instructor here at Shape-Up.

:: TIFFANY JONES
Tiffany is a Certified Pilates instructor who brings more than 20 years of training in Classical dance and 10 years of Pilates experience to center. Born in Long Beach, Tiffanny began ballet training at a very young age with the Los Angeles Classical Ballet and was exposed to Pilates at the age of 10. She has trained in every genre of dance and furthered her formal studies by training with world-renowned teachers such as Ms. Tania Lichine, David Allen, and Rebecca Wright.
Tiffany began her dance career as an apprentice with Ballet Pacifica then accepted a full contract with Columbia City Ballet where she toured and performed in numerous ballets across the country. Upon her return, she taught Classical ballet to students of all ages and submerged herself in Pilates training with Rael Isacowitz. Tiffany received her Pilates Certification from AMFPT and continues to study under the Joseph Pilates method while remaining a tireless advocate for tenacity, hope and discipline. Along with her schedule at Shape-Up, Tiffany teaches to senior citizens. Her signature "cool down," teaches clients to love their body by learning to release stress and relax in the process. She brings to class an extensive knowledge of the body, which helps the client to fully understand core strength, flexibility and agility, alleviate back pain, and other chronic ailments.

:: MARY JANE MARISOL
Mary Jane became interested in posture and alignment after working in a chiropractic office for many years. She recieved her Pilates certificate from Long Beach Dance and Conditioning in 2005. Mary Jane brings a pleasant and caring touch to Shape-Up. Her quiet demeanor is misleading by her demand for strict form and body awareness. Mary Jane also teaches mat classes, spreading her experience to the masses. Other things that interest her are traveling, snowboarding, drawing and painting.