About Foundations
Instructor owned and operated, Indy-based Foundations helps clients reach their fitness and wellness goals by functionally improving strength, mobility and balance.
When it comes to fitness, one size does not fit all. Foundations understands all bodies were created with unique strengths, abilities, and limitations, which is why our instructors adapt workouts specifically to each client, from isolated movements and form to coordinated tempo and resistance. Learn about our expert instructors below.
Meet Our Instructors
Kelly Mason
Owner, Pilates Instructor
CERTIFICATIONS
Balanced Body Pilates Reformer & Mat Pilates, Peak Pilates Pilates Reformer & Mat Pilates, IN Board Certified & Licensed Physical Therapy Assistant, American College of Sports Medicine Personal Trainer, TRX, Fascial Stretch Therapist, Titleist Performance Institute, Active Release Technique, Sports Stretch, Kinesiotape, IASTM, Cupping
EDUCATION
Purdue University – B.A. Healthy & Kinesiology and Movement & Sport Science
University of Indianapolis – A.S. Physical Therapy Assistant
Kelly is Foundations’ passionate owner who has been teaching Pilates for over a decade. Kelly has always had an affinity for physical activity and the body’s ability to do what we set out to accomplish. Due to Kelly’s past experiences in athletics and more recent marathon-running passion, she understands and respects the integral strengthening and recovery aspects of maintaining your body. Kelly’s ultimate goal in every session is to assist clients towards the quality of life they strive for in a safe and effective style.
Dr. Kim Allen
Yoga Instructor
CERTIFICATIONS
PhD Health Education, American Viniyoga Institute, 500 hr Yoga, American Viniyoga Institute 500 hr, Yoga Therapist, ACSM Personal Trainer, National Board Certified Health/Wellness, Coach Wellcoaches Inc., IN Licensed Massage Therapist
EDUCATION
Ball State University – B.S. Psychology
Ball State University – M.S. Wellness Management
AT Still University – PhD Health Education
Kim has been a student of yoga since 1993. Her training has been largely in the study of Viniyoga; adapting movement, breath, and meditation to best meet the needs of the practitioner. Her certifications include the 500hour yoga teacher training and 500-hour yoga therapist through the American Viniyoga Institute. The perspectives of this lineage taught me to focus on the ever changing needs of the practitioner including physical, mental, and emotional components. She also has a doctorate in health education, is a certified health/wellness coach, ACSM personal trainer, and licensed massage therapist. Kim aims to create experiences to meet the immediate needs and long-term goals of everyone she works with.
Kortney Barile
Pilates Instructor
CERTIFICATIONS
Balanced Body Comprehensive Pilates Reformer & Mat Pilates, The Center Method for Diastasis & Pelvic Floor
EDUCATION
Indiana University – B.A. Apparel Merchandising
When Kortney completed her first Pilates class, she walked out knowing she would be teaching one day. It wasn’t until a few years later when she began her teacher training that she realized Pilates was the was the perfect combination of strengthening and stretching and offered incomparable benefits on the effects of aging. Kortney focuses on muscle development with a custom approach for individual needs, and loves showing her clients how they can heal and change their bodies on their own. She thrives on seeing the progress and success her clients notice from their daily routines to their golf games and all other forms of physical activity.
Melanie Bernas
Pilates Instructor
CERTIFICATIONS
Era Pilates – Comprehensive Teacher Training, Era Pilates – Mat Teacher Training, Pilates Instructor Academy – Mat Teacher Certification, Pilates Instructor Academy – Anatomy and Biomechanics
EDUCATION
Northeastern University – B.S. Organizational Leadership
Melanie’s passion for group fitness initially led her to Mat Pilates, but it was over 5 years ago when she began her equipment practice that she became truly captivated by the physical and mental benefits. The support and strength she got from Pilates during her prenatal and postpartum recoveries solidified her desire to teach and share her love for it with others. Her approach to Pilates embodies her dedication to fostering a supportive atmosphere that promotes health and joy for her students. Outside of Pilates and boxing (her second favorite workout), Melanie loves spending quality time with her husband Zack and their children.
Corrina Casey
Pilates Instructor
CERTIFICATIONS
Balanced Body Comprehensive Pilates Reformer & Mat Pilates, Peak Pilates Mat Pilates, RYT, Bar Effect
EDUCATION
Indiana University – School of Dental Assisting
For most of her life, Corrina has been involved in the creative arts. After dancing all through school and moving on to college at IUPUI, she found she needed a fresh, modern outlet. She began taking consistent Pilates and yoga classes and the changes in her body were amazing. She began to realize that teaching was something that she wanted to do. After graduating college, she looked to yoga and Pilates as an outlet to relieve mental and physical stress. Corrina took her first Pilates training in February 2016, followed by ballet bar training. This led to private reformer classes and she fell even more in love with the discipline.
Ashley Dirks
Yoga/Myofascial Release Instructor
CERTIFICATIONS
RYT, Yin Yoga Foundations & Lower Body Anatomy, Myofascial Release & Spine Anatomy, Yin-yang Qi Cultivation & Shoulder Anatomy, Yin Yoga & Traditional Chinese Medicine
EDUCATION
Indiana University – B.A. Public and Environmental Affairs
Ashley loved all sports and was a competitive swimmer, but her love for fitness began in high school when a friend’s mom took her to her first step aerobics class. After graduating from IU, getting married, and moving away Ashley was disappointed with the quality of group fitness offered in her area, so she decided to turn her love of fitness into instructing. Ashley discovered Yoga over 20 years ago while stationed at Ft. Leonard Wood, Missouri with her husband. After her first class something resonated. The focus on breath and movement, and the mental and physical strength it took to consciously slow down and calm the mind was hard for her, but she was fascinated. She knew it was something she wanted to incorporate into her life. As an Army wife dealing with moves and constant deployments, Ashley always found peace and comfort on her mat and she began to deeply appreciate the calming effects of being able to slow down and connect back to the self.
Rachel Hedlund
Pilates Instructor
CERTIFICATIONS
Basi Pilates Reformer & Mat Pilates, Physical Therapist
EDUCATION
IUPUI – B.A. Spanish
University of Indianapolis – Doctorate Physical Therapy
After being diagnosed with Ehlers-Danlos syndrome and hypermobility when she was 19, Rachel sought out ways to help her find balance and stability in her body and allow her to live a more pain free life. Rachel fell in love with the mindful and purposeful movement Pilates provides, and immediately knew she wanted to incorporate it into her daily routine. She enjoys helping others connect more deeply to their own bodies and helping them achieve their goals whether that is participating more effectively in sports or being able to complete daily tasks with greater ease. When she is not in the studio, Rachel can be found spending time with her dog, Samurai, who also leads a very active life practicing dog sports and obedience.
Kelsey Schouten
Pilates Instructor
CERTIFICATIONS
Basi Pilates Reformer & Mat Pilates, Mat Pilates, Barre
EDUCATION
Purdue University – B.A. Organizational Leadership and Supervision
Kelsey’s favorite part about teaching Pilates is being a small element of someone’s movement journey. In addition to the physical benefits from conquering a Pilates class, Kelsey enjoys that her clients leave class feeling strong, confident and happy. When Kelsey isn’t teaching Mat Pilates or Barre she enjoys running, spending time with her husband and children and being outside. Kelsey is currently pursuing her Pilates Reformer certification.
