ABOUT CORE3
Core3 Pilates is more than a certification — it’s a method designed to empower instructors with the tools, knowledge, and mindset to thrive. Our unique approach blends classical Pilates principles with modern teaching techniques, fostering instructors who are confident, adaptable, and ready to make an impact.
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OUR MISSION
To create a community of Pilates professionals who teach with intention, inspire with confidence, and support one another in continual growth. Through a comprehensive curriculum and hands-on training, we prepare instructors to succeed in every teaching environment — from boutique studios to global fitness spaces.
OUR PHILOSOPHY: THE CORE3 PILLARS
At Core3, our philosophy is built on four pillars that guide every movement, every class, and every connection we create. These principles are the foundation of our method, shaping confident, intentional instructors who thrive within a supportive community and never stop growing.
CORE3 CIRRICULUM
INTENTION • Community • CONFIDENCE • GROWTH
MELISSA CALMES
Master Instructor, Founder & Director of Mind Over Body Studio + CORE3 Pilates
Melissa is a nationally certified instructor and the visionary behind Mind Over Body and the CORE3 international teacher training program. With over 14 years of experience studying and teaching across Washington D.C., Singapore, Jakarta, and Arizona, she brings a global perspective and a results-driven approach to every class.
Her teaching blends deep anatomical knowledge with a passion for helping every body — from athletes to those with injuries — move with more strength, control, and freedom. Melissa is known for her attention to detail, energy, and belief that real change comes from working smarter, not harder.