RB Pilates is located at 1147 Aviation Blvd, Hermosa Beach, CA
JENN SANTANA
Jenn holds a Bachelors Degree from San Diego State University and has been working in the fitness industry in
Los Angeles for over 15 years.
She is certified through the National Academy of Sports Medicine(NASM), The Physical Mind,
Balanced Body/Polestar Education, Peak Pilates, Sacred Movement & Yogafit Training Systems.
Jenn has studied and practiced under the influences of Mike Clarke, John Geary, Brian Kest, Rodney Yee, Baron Baptiste,
Shiva Rea, Ana Caban & many more.
Jenn's ultimate goal is to provide dynamic strength, flexibility, and balance through the“Mind/Body” connection.
By integrating a unique program of Pilates and Yoga, combined with NASM strength training and cardio programs, Jenn is able to
safely and effectively take her clients to their ultimate fitness goals. Jenn trains clients in the basic functions of training as well
as sports specific goals such as triathlons, hockey, basketball, marathons, stuntwork in films and speedwork.
Jennifers clientele range from beginners to advanced clients, from professional athletes to hollywood celebrities.
When she is not training in Los Angeles, Jennifer trains clients in Jamaica, Rome, Brazil, Bonair, Telluride, St. Lucia and the Island
of Curacoa.
Jennifer is an active competitor in 5k and 10k races, Half Marathons and Marathons.
JENN SANTANA
Jenn holds a Bachelors Degree from San Diego State University and has been working in the fitness industry in
Los Angeles for over 15 years.
She is certified through the National Academy of Sports Medicine(NASM), The Physical Mind,
Balanced Body/Polestar Education, Peak Pilates, Sacred Movement & Yogafit Training Systems.
Jenn has studied and practiced under the influences of Mike Clarke, John Geary, Brian Kest, Rodney Yee, Baron Baptiste,
Shiva Rea, Ana Caban & many more.
Jenn's ultimate goal is to provide dynamic strength, flexibility, and balance through the“Mind/Body” connection.
By integrating a unique program of Pilates and Yoga, combined with NASM strength training and cardio programs, Jenn is able to
safely and effectively take her clients to their ultimate fitness goals. Jenn trains clients in the basic functions of training as well
as sports specific goals such as triathlons, hockey, basketball, marathons, stuntwork in films and speedwork.
Jennifers clientele range from beginners to advanced clients, from professional athletes to hollywood celebrities.
When she is not training in Los Angeles, Jennifer trains clients in Jamaica, Rome, Brazil, Bonair, Telluride, St. Lucia and the Island
of Curacoa.
Jennifer is an active competitor in 5k and 10k races, Half Marathons and Marathons.
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JEANIE DEBOLD
Jeanie holds a B.A. in Kinesiology from California State University, Northridge, and is a
Los Angeles County Ocean Lifeguard, CPR instructor and E.M.T.
Jeanie has an extensive background in fitness, health and the movement system.
She is certified through the Pilates Method Alliance(PMA) and The Pilates Sports Center
in Los Angeles.
Jeanie was an Adapted Physical Education teacher for the Los Angeles Unified School
District for 12 years and is a competitive athlete in swimming and surfing. Due to
injuries that hindered her performance in many of the aquatic areas, she began
participating in pilates to improve the overall strength of her body. She enjoyed the sport
so much that it ultimately led her to make a career change and become a Pilates
instructor in the South Bay.
Jeanie holds a B.A. in Kinesiology from California State University, Northridge, and is a
Los Angeles County Ocean Lifeguard, CPR instructor and E.M.T.
Jeanie has an extensive background in fitness, health and the movement system.
She is certified through the Pilates Method Alliance(PMA) and The Pilates Sports Center
in Los Angeles.
Jeanie was an Adapted Physical Education teacher for the Los Angeles Unified School
District for 12 years and is a competitive athlete in swimming and surfing. Due to
injuries that hindered her performance in many of the aquatic areas, she began
participating in pilates to improve the overall strength of her body. She enjoyed the sport
so much that it ultimately led her to make a career change and become a Pilates
instructor in the South Bay.
DEBBIE ARAGONA
Debbie is a graduate of the UCLA extension courses for fitness training (1989), the Santa Monica
School of Massage Therapy (1991), advanced training in Pilates from Long Beach Dance
Conditioning(1999) and the CPT-Private trainer program from NASM (The National Academy of
Sports Medicine, 2006). Debbie’s personal fitness background includes 11 years of competitive
gymnastics as well as 5 years of competitive power lifting and bodybuilding. Debbie has worked
in the South Bay since moving to California in 1989. She has worked in numerous fitness
facilities, pilates studios and doctors offices in Southern California. Beyond her extensive years
as a private trainer, massage therapist and pilates instructor, she has also spent the past 4
years traveling the world setting up fitness facilities, designing workout programs and training
clients in the entertainment industry and on major motion pictures. She is looking forward to
returning to the community she loves and teaching her passion…. Pilates!
Debbie is a graduate of the UCLA extension courses for fitness training (1989), the Santa Monica
School of Massage Therapy (1991), advanced training in Pilates from Long Beach Dance
Conditioning(1999) and the CPT-Private trainer program from NASM (The National Academy of
Sports Medicine, 2006). Debbie’s personal fitness background includes 11 years of competitive
gymnastics as well as 5 years of competitive power lifting and bodybuilding. Debbie has worked
in the South Bay since moving to California in 1989. She has worked in numerous fitness
facilities, pilates studios and doctors offices in Southern California. Beyond her extensive years
as a private trainer, massage therapist and pilates instructor, she has also spent the past 4
years traveling the world setting up fitness facilities, designing workout programs and training
clients in the entertainment industry and on major motion pictures. She is looking forward to
returning to the community she loves and teaching her passion…. Pilates!
Contact Us or Call 310-529-3447
Michelle Gierst
Michelle is a graduate from Northern Arizona University and is certified
through The Pilates Sports Center in Encino, California.
Michelle Gierst began her fitness path by volunteering and training with the
Leukemia Lymphoma Society, Team in Training, while planning to compete in her
first Marathon in Honolulu, Hawaii. After successfully completing three full
marathons and seven ½ marathons, Michelle felt she needed to find a new and
innovative way to strengthen her legs and knees during her racing endeavors.
Michelle discovered Pilates as a method of training and immediately fell in love with
the sport. This passion led her to a certification as an instructor, as she decided that
she wanted to begin a path of training others about the benefits of Pilates.
Michelle continues her love for an active lifestyle through weight training,
snowboarding, surfing, hiking and yoga…….. but Pilates is always first on her list!
Michelle is a graduate from Northern Arizona University and is certified
through The Pilates Sports Center in Encino, California.
Michelle Gierst began her fitness path by volunteering and training with the
Leukemia Lymphoma Society, Team in Training, while planning to compete in her
first Marathon in Honolulu, Hawaii. After successfully completing three full
marathons and seven ½ marathons, Michelle felt she needed to find a new and
innovative way to strengthen her legs and knees during her racing endeavors.
Michelle discovered Pilates as a method of training and immediately fell in love with
the sport. This passion led her to a certification as an instructor, as she decided that
she wanted to begin a path of training others about the benefits of Pilates.
Michelle continues her love for an active lifestyle through weight training,
snowboarding, surfing, hiking and yoga…….. but Pilates is always first on her list!
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