The Studio

STOTT PILATES® and NCPT Instructor

Health and fitness have been central to Liza’s life from a young age. A former Varsity Track & Field athlete and Dance Team captain in both high school and college, Liza’s passion for movement began early and never stopped. She holds a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration and a Master of Science in Human Nutrition.

After a life-threatening surgery in 2001, Liza’s personal recovery journey inspired her to help others rebuild their strength and confidence through fitness. She began her professional path as a personal trainer and group exercise instructor, eventually expanding into Pilates in 2006, while 5½ months pregnant with her second child. This experience sparked her deep interest in prenatal Pilates and was the beginning of her journey with the STOTT PILATES® method.

Over the years, Liza has integrated Pilates into all facets of her teaching and personal training, believing that mindful movement and the mind-body connection are key to long-term health. In addition to her work as a Pilates instructor, she trained as a Personal Trainer through NASM, ACE, and AFAA, and holds specialty certifications in Johnny G Spinning®, Kickboxing, Mat Science, TurboKick®, Insanity®, PiYo®, BOSU®, Piloxing®, Silver Sneakers®, and TRX®. She also recently earned her NPCT (Nationally Certified Pilates Teacher) credential.

Drawing on her decades of experience, Liza recently created a Comprehensive Pilates Training Program to certify new Pilates instructors. Her goal is to mentor the next generation of teachers within an inclusive community, sharing the depth of knowledge she has gained over 20 years in the fitness industry and blending classical foundations with modern, science-based techniques, particularly focusing on Pilates for strength.

Liza lives in Shelton, Connecticut, with her husband and two daughters, both of whom currently attend Sacred Heart University. Her commitment to community service spans decades. Most recently, Liza was honored as Mrs. Connecticut American 2023–2024, a title that deepened her community engagement and led to her involvement with the Derby/Shelton Rotary, where she now proudly serves as President-Elect.

For Liza, fitness is more than movement—it's a mindset: "Though no one can go back and make a brand new start, anyone can start from now and make a brand new ending. Respect your body by giving it the gift of life through fitness."