MEET OUR TEAM
ABOUT THE OWNER
Ann Marie Alvarez, RA, CPT, CGEI, CMT, CNC, CYT200
Pilates Instructor, Personal Trainer, Group Fitness Instructor
My name is Ann Marie Alvarez, owner of Mind Motion Wellness. I created my Studio to help individuals work toward their fitness and wellness goals by helping them strengthen their minds and bodies in a supportive, fun environment. I am a Certified Personal Trainer, Group Fitness Instructor, Pilates Instructor, Nutrition Coach, and Menopause Specialist with over 16 years of experience teaching and training individuals in fitness and wellness. My clients are of all ages, including working professionals, moms with busy schedules, seniors, college students, high school athletes, teens, and professional athletes.
I believe in a cross-disciplinary approach to fitness for my clients, tailored to each individual's needs. I can offer this approach due to my numerous certifications and trainings:
CERTIFICATIONS & TRAININGS
Certified Personal Trainer, CPT NETA
Certified Group Exercise Instructor, CGEI NETA
Certified Meditation Teacher 200hr, CMT
Certified Yoga Teacher 200hr, CYT
Certified Nutrition Coach, CNC NETA
Certified Menopause Specialist, NETA
Pilates Comprehensive Balanced Body 500hr
Pilates for Athletes
Pilates for Seniors
Balanced Body Barre
Licensed BUFF BONES Advanced Instructor
Schwinn Indoor Cycling Power Instructor
TRX
Zumba, Zumba Sentao, Zumbatomic, STRONG by Zumba
Willpower & Grace
Conditioning for Pickleball
CPR/AED/First Aid Certified
AFFILIATIONS
Young Living Executive Distributor
THORNE
THREE International
Featured in 40 over 40 NJ in Times Square, New York, NY (2024)
MY STORY
I am a graduate of Cornell University, a mom of twin teenage boys, and have a cockapoo named Cody. I have been a resident of Westfield, NJ for over 19 years since relocating from Manhattan. In my prior career, I worked as a licensed architect designing and managing complex high-end residential / mixed-use hospitality projects for over 15 years. Fitness and wellness were integral to my life during that time.
After leaving the corporate world, I began teaching Pilates and group fitness classes and became the Director of Pilates at a large local fitness facility where I worked for over 10 years. Then the pandemic hit. Everything shut down. My clients and I felt lost and isolated. I built this community of individuals to stay connected through fitness and wellness to get through this trying time in our lives TOGETHER. We have endured highs, lows, and losses together. Despite the circumstances, we have become stronger, more resilient, and made significant gains. The Studio has grown over the past 5 years from livestream only to a hybrid format of in-studio and livestream classes while maintaining its sense of community.
I truly understand how busy and ever-changing our lives can be and believe our various options of SMALL GROUP In-Studio, LIVE Virtual, On Demand and Outdoor Classes and Training provide an option for everyone. Join our welcoming Community in studio with individuals from +12 neighboring towns and Livestream from all over the country!
Carole Dalton
Pilates Instructor
Carole’s background in dance and fitness, and dedication to a healthy lifestyle, translated well to the health and fitness industry. Carole is currently a certified personal trainer. In addition, she holds certifications in Reformer Pilates, Tower Pilates and Mat Pilates, as well as Spin and Willpower and Grace. With 20 years teaching experience, and with attention to perfect form and body alignment, Carole strives to provide a positive Pilates experience for beginners to the most advanced clients. CPR/First Aid Certified.
Von Marie Mendez
Pilates Instructor
As a devoted Pilates instructor and executive assistant, Von combines her expertise in both fields. Her Pilates journey began in 2013 after a serious back injury, which led her to discover its healing benefits. Von became so devoted to the practice that she became certified in Pilates Reformer and Pilates Mat. She focuses on mindful movement and helping clients achieve their wellness goals. Balancing the fast-paced nature of executive support with Pilates instruction allows Von to support both her personal and professional growth.