Meet Kim
Background & Education
At an early age, Kim developed an aptitude for fitness and daily movement through gymnastics, horseback riding, and being a three-sport athlete in high school. During college, she experimented with various types of workout methods and group fitness classes before finding her home inside studios. Kim was introduced to Pilates and barre by attending classes with her mom. After her first few classes, she felt the power of low impact exercise, particularly the elements of Pilates within barre. Kim completed her barre certification at North End Yoga in 2018. While barre brought Kim into studios, practicing and teaching Pilates is her passion.
In 2019, she became certified in Classical Mat through PowerPilates, and went on to continue her comprehensive Pilates education with STOTT Pilates. Their renowned contemporary approach resonated with Kim to be able to share Pilates in a safe and functional way. In 2022, Kim began her STOTT training at Northeast Pilates Training Center in Beverly, Massachusetts, and completed her Level 1 Certification in 2024 while building her hours teaching, practicing and observing at Impact Pilates under STOTT Pilates Instructor Trainer Amanda Caven. Most recently, Kim achieved her Level 2 Certification under Carol Earle and PJ O’Clair at Northeast Pilates.
Kim now educates students and instructors alike through various workshop offerings in addition to her weekly group classes and private clients.
Ethos & Experience
Kim Valentine is a Level 2 STOTT Pilates® Instructor with over eight years of experience teaching. She has dedicated hundreds of hours training on the Pilates apparatus (Mat, Reformer, Chair, Cadillac and Barrels) through her comprehensive STOTT Pilates education. Her mission is for all students to leave class with a stronger understanding of their body.
Kim is known for her clear instruction and thoughtful programming. You will learn the ‘why’ within the ‘how’ of each exercise, whether it’s a traditional mat Pilates exercise or a movement pattern on the Pilates equipment. Her deep understanding of anatomy encourages students to think about how breath, musculature, and body awareness all work together.
Kim uses inclusive language that promotes functional, healthy movement inside and outside the studio. Kim believes authentic Pilates is a wonderful addition to your daily life.
Certifications
STOTT PILATES® Injuries & Special Populations
STOTT PILATES® Cadillac, Chair, & Barrels
STOTT PILATES® Reformer
STOTT PILATES® Matwork
PowerPilates® Mat Pilates
North End Yoga Barre Teacher Certification
Workshops
STOTT PILATES® Prenatal Pilates on the Mat
STOTT PILATES® Prenatal Pilates on the Reformer
