Building Community Together with Our Certified Instructors

Mandy Ord, Certified Pilates and Yoga Instructor

Mandy Ord is a dedicated, certified Pilates instructor with a deep passion for helping members build strength, confidence, and long-term body awareness through form-driven Reformer training. What began as her own personal transformation with Pilates quickly evolved into a mission: to create a studio where people feel supported, safe, and truly seen in their movement journey.

After completing over 500 hours of formal Pilates training and serving as a lead instructor at Club Pilates, Mandy developed a teaching style that blends precision, progressions, and clear cueing — always meeting each member at their current level while guiding them forward with intention. She specializes in:

• Reformer-based strength and stability

• Core activation and functional alignment

• Level-appropriate progressions for safe advancement

• Modifications that keep the practice accessible without losing challenge

Her approach is supportive but firm — rooted in the belief that Pilates works when it’s done with focus, proper form, and consistency. Mandy brings both expertise and empathy to every session, ensuring that members feel empowered rather than rushed into higher levels.

In addition to her Pilates mastery, Mandy holds a 200-hour Yoga certification, which enhances her ability to teach breath, grounding, and mindful movement. This blend of disciplines allows her to guide members toward balance, body awareness, and a deeper mind–body connection.

Today, as co-founder of Powerhouse Pilates in Common, Mandy continues to build a studio culture centered on progress, safety, community, and earned confidence — one class at a time.

Certified Pilates Instructor

Cayce Roberts

Cayce Roberts is a 500-hour comprehensively certified Pilates Instructor through Club Pilates. She is passionate about teaching individuals of all levels and creating a welcoming environment where everyone can thrive. Cayce looks forward to meeting you and guiding you on your Pilates journey!

Quote: “Let’s embark on a Pilates journey together where you can thrive and grow in strength and confidence.”

Certified Pilates Instructor

Judy Wright

Judy has been in the fitness industry for several decades with Pilates being her preferred method of exercise. She was part of the “no pain, no gain” mentality of the 1980s and unfortunately some of the things done at that time wreaked havoc on her body. Fortunately she discovered Pilates about 20 years ago and as a result is in better physical shape than at that time. She gives credit to the gentle yet effective Pilates technique for having spared her from back surgery. She is very passionate about teaching Pilates to others as she has experienced firsthand the benefit of how the precise, controlled movements have improved her physical health. Judy has been certified in Mat Pilates since 2000 and Reformer Pilates since 2006 through Precision Pilates, which is based on Body Arts and Science International (BASI), along with having mentored in the classical style of Peak Pilates. She has also been certified through AFAA as a group exercise instructor since 1993 and personal trainer since 1998, and Balance and Mobility Specialist through Cal State Fullerton since 2014. Other certifications include Senior Fitness and Exercises for Chronic Diseases and Disabilities, as well as Rehabilitative Exercise. Work experience includes Director of Fitness at a retirement community, owner of a personal training studio, Pilates for chiropractic and Physical Therapy patients, corporate fitness classes, along with training in various gyms and Pilates studios in California, Arizona and Pennsylvania. Judy has been an avid dancer for years and enjoys being in ministry, spending time with her grandchildren and helping others remain “Forever Young” in body, soul and spirit!

Certified Pilates Instructor / Member Progress & Engagement Liasion

Although Judy has relocated, she continues to play an important part in our community as our Member Progress & Engagement Liaison. In this role, Judy reaches out to members to check in on their practice, answer questions, support their progress, and help reconnect those who haven’t visited in a while. Her deep Pilates background and genuine care make her a trusted guide in helping members stay consistent, confident, and supported throughout their Pilates journey.

Kathy Hirschfeld

Kathy is a seasoned Pilates Reformer Instructor with over 30 years of experience as a fitness professional. She holds an ACE certification as a Group Exercise Leader and has additional certifications, including 500-hour Yoga Teaching, TRX, and Body Pump. Kathy’s extensive teaching portfolio spans various disciplines such as Indoor Cycling, Aerobics, Multi-Step, High-Intensity Interval Training, Barre, Bosu, and more.

"My passion is to keep people of all ages, sizes, and abilities moving through exciting, fun, motivating, and challenging workouts, whatever they may be."

30 Years of Fitness Professional Experience

Camille Blanton

Camille recently transitioned from a full-time career in law to focus on sharing her love of Pilates with others. She has completed 800 hours of instructor training, obtained two certifications, and currently serves as an apprentice in the Power Pilates comprehensive instructor training program.

Her teaching journey began at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, where she was a member of the nationally ranked UNC dance team and first started leading group fitness classes. Since then, Camille has earned certifications in group fitness and personal training (American Council on Exercise), cycling (Mad Dogg/Schwinn), rowing (Concept2), and massage therapy (American Institute).

With over thirty years of experience teaching dance and exercise in three states, Camille now focuses her practice solely on Pilates in the Myrtle Beach area, bringing a wealth of expertise, precision, and passion to every class she leads.

Certified Pilates Instructor

Lindsay Phillips

Lindsay is a professionally trained dancer with a passion for Pilates and the mind–body connection it creates. Her background in dance has given her a deep understanding of movement, alignment, and flow, which she brings into every Pilates class she leads.

Currently training to achieve her instructor certification, Lindsay invites clients to join her on this exciting journey. Her classes feature creative, flowing sequences inspired by dance, encouraging and upbeat energy to keep participants motivated, and a strong focus on form, control, and alignment to help each client move with confidence.

Dancer and Pilates Instructor

Kenzie Ord

Kenzie is a recent college graduate and former high school athlete who brings fresh energy and enthusiasm to the Pilates studio. She is part of Powerhouse Pilates’ structured Teacher Training/Apprentice Instructor Program, where promising new instructors train under the guidance of experienced team members while gaining real-world teaching experience.

She has already received great reviews from clients for her supportive teaching style, attention to detail, and positive energy. Currently in the Teacher Training/Apprentice Instructor program, Kenzie is continuing to develop her skills by observing the rest of the instructor team and leading classes under mentorship. Her athletic background, combined with her growing Pilates knowledge, allows her to guide clients with encouragement and precision while building a strong foundation in the method..

Apprentice Pilates Instructor

Joanna ("Jo") Ducey

(PhD, E-RYT, YACEP) is a certified Vinyasa and Forrest Yoga teacher, Thai Massage Therapist, Yoga Teacher Trainer, Holistic Health Counselor, and Eat, Breathe, Thrive Facilitator who has been teaching since 2012. Her classes emphasize the importance of building a deeper connection to self through meaningful intention, healing breathwork, deep core awareness, and movements that balance strength with softness.

Jo has a particular interest in the powerful healing effects of touch through Thai massage and skilled hands-on adjustments in the yoga classroom. Students can expect an alignment- and intuitive-based all-levels practice that is challenging and fun and supports tension release in areas such as the neck, shoulders, hips, and lower back. Off the mat, Jo has also done considerable work in the field of nutrition and mind-body wellness, in the hopes of helping others on their path to healing, health, and happiness. Most recently, as an EBT Facilitator, she leads programs that promote healing from disordered relationships with food and body, through specially tailored yoga, mind-body, and psychoeducational activities.

Jo is also passionate about language, reading, and writing, through which she has studied extensively about how creative and somatic praxes assist in healing from personal and collective trauma, mourning, and the power of commemorating the past to inform the future. She is currently working with Janet Stone Yoga to become 300 E-RYT certified.

🔥 What Our Members Say About Our Instructors

At Powerhouse Pilates in Common, our instructors are the foundation of our welcoming and transformative studio experience. Based on recent client feedback, here’s what our members love about our incredible instructor team:

🧡 Supportive & Knowledgeable
Our instructors provide expert guidance, ensuring clients feel supported while maintaining proper form and safety throughout each session. Their diverse teaching styles create a dynamic and engaging experience in every class.

💛 Welcoming & Encouraging Atmosphere
Clients appreciate how friendly, patient, and observant our instructors are, making everyone—whether a beginner or an advanced participant—feel comfortable and motivated. The small class sizes enhance the personalized attention and overall experience.

❤️ Variety & Energy
Each instructor brings a unique style, energy, and approach to their classes, keeping sessions fresh and engaging. Clients love the balance of technique, strength-building, and relaxation, with clear cues to enhance their movements.

🔥 Opportunities for Growth
Members love the variety of class offerings and have expressed interest in more intermediate and advanced classes. We are continuously working on expanding our schedule to meet this demand.

We value all feedback and are committed to making Powerhouse Pilates in Common the best Pilates experience in Myrtle Beach. Thank you to our incredible members for your insights and ongoing support!

Our Location

Visit Powerhouse Pilates in Myrtle Beach for personalized classes that enhance wellness and fitness in a supportive community.

Address

1620 Farrow Pkwy (Suite A2), Myrtle Beach, SC 29577

Hours

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