Everyone is Welcome: Pilates is for everybody. Our studio is a judgement-free space where all backgrounds, abilities and identities are welcomed. When you walk through our doors, you will be greeted with warmth, respect and genuine care.

Kindness Above All: We lead with compassion in everything we do. From the way we teach, to the way we speak, we are committed to treating every client with empathy, patience and honesty. You can always expect a safe and supportive environment.

Movement that Feels Good: We are here to help you move in a way that supports your physical and mental well-being. We focus on progress, not perfection. Our goal is to help you feel stronger, happier, and more connected to your body.

Meet the owner!

Emily is passionate about all forms of movement—especially Pilates. She’s committed to ensuring that every person feels comfortable and welcomed in their chosen movement practice. Her goal at Pursuit Pilates Club is to cultivate a supportive, judgment-free Pilates community.

Education & Training:

MPH Community Health Education, UMass Amherst

Maddog Spinning Instructor

Polestar Mat Pilates Instructor

Balanced Body Reformer Pilates Instructor

Balanced Body Comprehensive Pilates Instructor in Training

NPCP-PMC Certified (National Pilates Certification Program – Pilates Mat Certification)

Pilates for Menopause Certification (Boston Body Pilates)

SCW Fitness Group Fitness Instructor

CPR/AED/FA

Meet the Pursuit Pilates Club Team

Ever Slowik – Yoga Instructor & Studio Coordinator

Ever Slowik (They/Them) is a 200 hour certified Kripalu Yoga instructor and 80 hour certified Divine Sleep Yoga Nidra guide. They began their yoga journey in 2005 and gained their first certification in 2014. Ever was lucky enough to practice regularly with gifted instructors like Jennifer Reis and Coby Koslowski while working at The Kripalu Center for Yoga and Health. Ever has taught yoga and meditation in community centers, yoga studios, gyms, and medical fitness facilities in California, Oregon, and Massachusetts. When not teaching you will find them gratefully raising their toddler as a full-time stay at home parent. In their free time Ever enjoys moving their body, working with tarot cards, reading, crafting/making art, being outside, and engaging in meaningful community. They feel truly blessed to bring the power of yoga nidra to you and are honored to be a part of your pursuit of rest, relaxation and healing. 

Maci Gould – Yoga Instructor & Community & Events Coordinator

Maci is a 200 hour certified yoga instructor in Vinyasa and Hatha. Her classes are rooted in mindfulness, encouraging students to slow down, connect inward, and move with intention through each breath. She helps build strength and balance in both the mind and body. 

Lauren Harder – Mat Pilates Instructor

Lauren is a pre-professional dancer training at CLI Conservatory and a certified Pilates mat instructor. She offers dynamic, full-body classes that challenge strength, improve balance, and emphasize intentional breath work. Lauren’s approach blends precision with energy, creating a supportive environment where clients can build endurance, deepen mind-body connection, and enjoy every step of the process.

Kirsten Zamirowski – Yoga Instructor

Kirsten is a certified Vinyasa yoga teacher registered with Yoga Alliance. She is passionate about making class fun and accessible to students of all fitness levels. Tying breath to movement, her beginner Vinyasa class offers a chance to connect with your body and build confidence in your fitness journey. Off the mat, Kirsten is a junior pre-med student at UMass Amherst, and enjoys painting, reading, and spending time with her bunny. She looks forward to seeing you in class!

Brogan O’Leary – Social Media Intern

Brogan is a senior at UMass Amherst majoring in Journalism with a focus in Public Relations and a secondary major in Communications. Brogan is also certified as a personal trainer and group fitness, which allows her to integrate her knowledge in the fitness industry to content creation.