Dolly Kelepecz has been a professional dancer for over thirty years.

She is currently full- time faculty member with the U.N.L.V. Dance Department where she teaches both Ballet and Pilates.

The U.N.L.V. Dance Department has included The DK Body Balancing Method of Pilates as part of the curriculum required for dance majors. Dolly has created a Certificate program and a Minor in Pilates for UNLV.  ...more

She is an award-winning ballerina, nationally recognized dance instructor, and the founder of three businesses. In July 2020, she established Blue Chip Conditioning, realizing a lifelong dream of bringing the remarkable results she witnessed during her 25 years of training as a dancer not only to top athletes but also to the general public.
Moreover, as a Master Trainer for the DK Body Balancing Method, Danielle not only embodies excellence in instruction but also leads the charge in shaping the next generation of Pilates practitioners. With her extensive background, Danielle stands as a beacon of inspiration for all students and clients.

Kae was born & raised in Tokyo, Japan. She was certified by Dolly Kelepecz in 2010. She became the agent of Dolly Kelepecz and promoting DK Methods in Japan and Asia. She has been traveling to Japan for Pilates certification & workshops with Dolly as an agent. In 2020, She founded the DK Pilates Academy and manage the teacher training and continue education for US and Asia. 
She instructs at the Pilates by Dolly studio at the Rock, Kae also works on the Stretch program based on DK Method, which is offered at the Pilates by Dolly at the Rock Studio. 

She’s been assisting and running the DK Pilates certification programs since 2012.Sayaka was trained in both Japan and the United States. She is also a NASM-Corrective Exercise Specialist.

Canadian born Tamara Vanvranken performed with the State Theater Muenster in Germany, Santa Barbara Ballet Theater and Nevada Dance Theater, dancing lead roles in classical and contemporary works. She has taught ballet at UNLV, Nevada Dance Theater and Backstage Dance Studio where she is currently teaching pointe class after a 13 year hiatus.Tamara was certified in the DK Body Balancing Method of Pilates in June of 2001 and in June of 2013 earned her Master Trainer certificate. 

Shauna Grasso grew up dancing. She has a Bachelors of Science in Exercise Science with an emphasis in Integrative Physiology, which has helped her to understand how the body works, and is a valuable tool when teaching Pilates in conjunction with Physical Therapy rehabilitation. Shauna’s Pilates journey began when she was working as a Physical Therapy Tech for S.P.O.R.T.S Therapy (now Fyzical Therapy). She obtained her mat and reformer certification in 2014 and began teaching soon after. Shauna passed the National Pilates Certification Program exam in 2019, becoming a Nationally Certified Pilates Teacher (NCPT)  through the Pilates Method Alliance.

Over 20 plus years in utilizing the classic and contemporary Pilates vocabulary in a rehabilitation - physical therapy clinic for professional Athletes and Performers / Artists ,  professionals in the different areas of the casino environment , careerists and non , young athletes and dancers , and geriatrics. Neurological disorders like  Parkinson’s , MS and ALS have also benefited , in varying different degrees , in this setting.
This mind - body somatic connection has also been taught by Ms. Elliott as a preventive measure for the above patients / clients , and as an on-going “ exercise program “ for many who prefer not to be in gyms.
As a former professional performer in The Siegfried & Roy Show in Las Vegas and as a continuing vocalist / percussionist / choreographer for Castano & The UpFront Band , Ms. Elliott’s usage of , growth, and understanding of Pilates continues to deepen.

Kahley began dancing at age 10 and teaching at 14, later earning certifications in Pilates, aerobics, personal training, and BarreAmped. Since 2000 she has taught at major fitness centers and UNLV, working with athletes, dancers, patients in recovery, and clients of all levels. Her career highlights include opening a Pilates studio in Tokyo with DK Body, appearing in Pilates Style magazine, teaching international workshops, and collaborating with world-renowned instructors.

In 2019 Kahley overcame acute liver failure through a transplant, using Pilates as part of her recovery. In 2023 she completed Lolita San Miguel’s Master Mentor Program, becoming a Second Generation Master Pilates Teacher. Passionate about empowering others, she also founded the Be You Bash in Kansas City, raising over $150,000, and continues to inspire students with the life-changing benefits of Pilates.

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Lacey is a Master Pilates Trainer based in Fort Collins, Colorado and owns her own studio called The Movement Apothecary. Blending Pilates, Yoga, Dance and more into her holistic approach to movement. A lifelong dancer with a degree in Kinesiology, she discovered her passion for helping others move after a spinal injury in high school. Lacey specializes in mindful, intuitive instruction and has experience creating programs for all bodies, including those with Parkinson’s. She also hosts Pilates Teacher Certifications through the DK Body Balanced Method, sharing her expertise with the next generation of instructors.

Courtney Burk is a Pilates educator, mentor, and university professor with over a decade of experience teaching movement. She is a certified Master Trainer in the DK Body Balancing Method and the creator of Rooted in Flow, a mentorship program that supports Pilates teachers in cultivating confidence, creativity, and authenticity. Courtney earned her Bachelor of Fine Arts in Performance and Choreography from UNLV and has experience in physical therapy settings, blending artistry and function in her teaching. As a Reiki Master and sound healer, she brings energetic awareness to her work, guiding students and teachers to experience movement as both embodiment and transformation.