Irene played collegiate volleyball, lifted weights, and ran for miles—pushing her body to its limits. But after becoming a mom, she found herself searching for a way to rebuild strength without the wear and tear of high-impact training. That’s when she discovered Pilates, a practice that not only strengthened her body but also helped her feel more grounded, balanced, and connected.

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Inspired by her own journey, Irene founded Roots Wellness, a space where movement is about more than just exercise—it’s about building strength from the inside out.

 

As a Certified Pilates Instructor, she offers private reformer sessions in her home studio and mat classes throughout the community, helping others develop a strong foundation through resistance-based, low-impact movement. 

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When she’s not teaching, you’ll find Irene chasing her daughter, throwing a frisbee, baking something delicious, or soaking in the beauty of the Northern Neck. On windy days, she loves catching the scent of the river—a reminder to stay rooted, yet flow freely through life.​ She firmly believes that Pilates enhances all forms of fitness, allowing people to move with intention and feel at home in their bodies.