Claudia “Tilly” Peraza

Claudia “Tilly” Peraza is a compassionate yoga instructor dedicated to creating calm, inclusive, and supportive spaces for students of all levels. Her teaching emphasizes slow, meditative practices that promote deep stretching, mindfulness, relaxation, and nervous system regulation, helping students cultivate self-awareness, patience, and overall well-being.

Tilly brings a holistic approach to wellness that supports both physical and emotional health. She currently teaches with the South Bay Cancer Support Center, providing accessible, injury-aware instruction tailored to individual needs and abilities.

Her specialties include Yin Yoga, Chair Yoga, mindfulness, meditation, breathwork, nervous system regulation, private sessions, and workshops. Through thoughtful guidance and a nurturing approach, Tilly helps students find balance, relaxation, and a deeper connection to themselves.

Classes Taught:
Hatha Yoga, Chair Yoga, Vinyasa Flow, Yoga Basics, Yoga for Cancer Patients, Restorative Yoga, Yin Yoga, Mindfulness and Meditation, Reiki

Education:
Santa Monica College
Yoga Alliance Certified Yoga Instructor

Jessica Botello

Jessica Botello is a yoga teacher, birth doula and energy healer dedicated to supporting people through every stage of life. With more than a decade of teaching experience, she blends ancient wisdom with a grounded understanding of the body, mind and spirit to create classes that are both nourishing and transformative.

Her trauma-informed approach and commitment to inclusive, welcoming spaces invite students of all ages and abilities to reconnect with their strength, intuition and inner wisdom. Students can expect warmth, intention and a practice that supports them both on and off the mat.

Classes Taught: Hatha Yoga, Mommy & Me Yoga, Pre/Post-Natal Yoga, Fertility Yoga, Restorative Yoga, Yin Yoga, Kids & Family Yoga, Yoga for Teens

Education & Certifications: E-RYT Yoga Alliance Certified Yoga Instructor; RPYT Registered Prenatal Yoga Teacher; B.A. in International Relations, Stanford University.

Lois Antelo

With more than 1,000 hours of comprehensive Pilates education, Lois brings a thoughtful, contemporary approach to classical Pilates exercises. She is known for her welcoming presence, excellent customer service and ability to create a supportive environment for every client. Lois is passionate about making Pilates approachable for all fitness levels while helping members build long-term health, confidence and functional independence.

Classes taught: Mat Pilates, Reformer All Levels

Education: UCLA B.A. in Liberal Studies/Literature; Certified Pilates Instructor

Jamie Lestelle

Jamie is New York Certified as an Authentic Pilates Instructor and has been a member of the Pilates Guild since 2000. She is trained to teach more than 500 specific exercises on the Universal Reformer, Cadillac, Arc Barrel, Chair and Mat.

Jaime had the privilege to work and train with Romana Kryzanowska, who was personally trained and designated by Joseph Pilates to continue his life’s work.

Classes taught: Pilates Arc Barrel, Reformer/Jump All Levels

Email: jamielestelle@yahoo.com

Education: Cal State Dominguez Hills

Maria Emmetti

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Cheryl Mansfield

For more than six years, Cheryl has been actively teaching and pursuing her passion of making Pilates more than just an exercise, but rather a way of life. A vanguard of the traditional style, Cheryl keeps her skills sharp by teaching and attending workshops with an emphasis on “special needs,” such as sports injuries, arthritis, osteoporosis, etc.
When Cheryl isn’t teaching classes, she enjoys participating in spinning class or two and working in her garden.
Classes taught: Pilates Senior Reformer, Intermediate Reformer, Mat/Reformer Combo, Reformer All levels, Chair exercises for Arthritis, Mat for Seniors, private/semi-private Pilates
Specialization: Core training, sports injuries, Pilates for breast cancer survivors,
Email: witsend1@verizon.net
Education: University of Massachusetts

Lilly Murphy

Teaching a variety of workout classes, Lilly can help you improve your overall fitness in nearly all areas.  She strives to convey that fitness is just as important as brushing one’s teeth. After taking a class with Lilly, students will feel the joy of achievement after conquering tough challenges. Lilly has 31 years of experience teaching adult fitness and is also an instructor at California State University, Dominguez Hills.
Classes taught: Mat Pilates
Email: lillymmurphy@yahoo.com
Education: Certified by Aerobic Pipeline, YMCA, The American Council of Exercise, Stott’s Pilates International, Schwinn and Reebok Indoor Cycling

Lisa Larson

Lisa began taking yoga classes in 1994 and soon discovered the stress-reducing benefits the exercise provides.  Her sessions at CHF reflect a blend of the traditional practices she’s schooled in, including cultivating awareness through breath-based movement, attention to alignment and creating a balance between effort and ease in poses.  Students can expect a revitalizing, stress-reducing and rejuvenating experience in Lisa’s classes, which include Yoga for Seniors, Therapeutic Yoga for Joint and Spinal Health and Restorative Yoga.
Classes taught: Restorative Yoga
Email: lllivingyoga@gmail.com
Education: Cloud Nine Yoga Certification

Manuela Schraner

Manuela was born and raised in Switzerland and has been teaching pilates since 1999. She has been actively and passionately been involved in the fitness industry for over 30 years teaching everything from Spinning to core classes, Les Mills Body pump, mat Pilates and got her reformer training certification through Stott Pilates.
Her love and passion for making people feel good and challenging her clientele with a fun and challenging workout – keeps her moving and always tries to find new way to get you sore.
Recently, Manuela has completed her National Academy of Sports Medicine (NASM) Certified Personal Trainer. When Manuela is not making her clients sore she is loves to be with her family, hiking and travelling the world.
FITNESS PHILOSOPHY
Let me help you to start a change/ inspire you to try Pilates to bring joy to your life when you see the changes in your body and in your daily life. 
SPECIALIZATION
Pilates
CLASSES TAUGHT
20/20/20, Core Stability, Pilates Power Hour
EDUCATION/CERTIFICATIONS
National Academy of Sports Medicine (NASM) Certified Personal Trainer