Shannon Couto

Membership Manager, Pilates Instructor, FST

Momentum Pilates

Shannon began in the fitness industry in 1998 as a group fitness instructor. Eager to expand her expertise, she became a personl trainer and began seeing clients one-on-one. In addition to teaching classes and guiding individuals at multiple fitness facilities, she had the opportunity to step into various supervisory roles, overseeing cardiac maintenance fitness programs, managing a fitness centre with a team of personal trainers, and being in charge of fitness programming, including a large group fitness schedule and team.After being introduced to the pilates method, Shannon obtained certifications in Mat and Reformer Pilates, delving into the intricacies of body alignment and functional full body movement. Her dedication to mastering pilates extends further as she pursues comprehensive certification in all pilates apparatus through Balanced Body.Always eager to deepen her knowledge, Shannon recently achieved certification as a Level I Fascia Stretch Therapist, emphasizing her interest in innovative approaches to mobility, flexibility and pain-free living. Known for her enthusiasm for lifelong learning, Shannon continues to explore new avenues to enhance her skill set in order to further enhance her clients' wellness journeys.She has found her happy place with Momentum Pilates, where she is able to apply her knowledge in her classes, while working one-on-one with new members experiencing the benefits of pilates and FST, and being behind the scenes as the studio office manager helping to make every members' experience an exceptional one.