Our Story

THE PILAFORM METHOD

Where Tradition Meets Innovation

Ellle Goldman is the founder behind Pilaform, whose passion for movement and dedication to Pilates began as a personal quest for holistic well-being.

Driven by her fascination with the intricacies of the human body and the power of mindful movement, Elle immersed herself in the study of Pilates, recognizing its potential to transform not only physical strength but also mental clarity and emotional balance. Her deep commitment to mastering the art of Pilates led her to pursue formal certification at the BASI Pilates Comprehensive Teacher Training Program in California, where she honed her skills under the guidance of esteemed instructors.

Armed with a wealth of knowledge and a newfound sense of purpose, Elle embarked on a mission to share the transformative benefits of Pilates with others. Drawing inspiration from her own journey of self-discovery, she founded the Pilaform method, a unique fitness hybrid that combines dynamic workouts with the foundational principles of Pilates.

Under Elle’s leadership, Pilaform offers a revolutionary approach to exercise that empowers individuals to cultivate strength, balance, and resilience from the inside out.

Meet the Team

  • Dr. Natalie Lewis

    Natalie’s journey with yoga began in 1992 during her freshman year of college, following a decade of gymnastics and soccer. In 2001, while apprenticing with an acupuncturist during graduate school, she started teaching yoga to patients, focusing on postures that aided recovery and enhanced flexibility after acupuncture sessions.

    Natalie holds a Master’s in Science and a Doctorate in Acupuncture and Chinese Medicine. Her dedication to yoga led her to earn her 300-Hour Yoga Teacher Certificate from the Center for Yoga (formerly YogaWorks) in Los Angeles in 2012. She continues to find joy and fulfillment in teaching yoga, energised by its ability to cultivate relaxation, awareness, and connection among practitioners.

  • Sarafina Orbe

    Sarafina’s passion for the body in motion led her to earn both undergraduate and master's degrees in Exercise Physiology. Alongside her formal education, she hold certifications in yoga, mat & reformer Pilates, pre/post-natal Pilates, barre, and aerial yoga.

    Sarafina’s extensive training allows her to work with specialized populations, including cancer patients, clients with chronic illnesses, cardiac rehab patients, and pre/post-natal women. She has a particular fondness for helping individuals recovering from injuries. In her classes, she blends education, moving meditations, and amazing music to create an enriching experience. She firmly believes in the power of movement as medicine and strives to teach all her clients to listen to their bodies and move intuitively.

  • Shannon Mulvaney

    With a degree in kinesiology and certifications from the National Academy of Sports Medicine, Shannon brings deep passion and expertise as a personal trainer and nutritionist. Her specialty lies in mat sculpting Pilates and barre-style workouts, which are designed to enhance strength, flexibility, and overall fitness.

    Whether you join her dynamic group sessions or opt for personalized one-on-one training, Shannon is dedicated to elevating your lifestyle through transformative results. Her holistic approach ensures that every workout is tailored to meet your individual needs, helping you achieve your fitness goals and maintain a balanced, healthy lifestyle.