Pilates Instructor
Patti Jo’s journey began on the professional stage in Las Vegas, dancing in extravagant production shows alongside legends Sammy Davis Jr., Frank Sinatra, and Dean Martin, among others. While dancing, she discovered Pilates—a perfect fit for her love of movement. In 2015, she founded Ten Pilates Studio in Walla Walla, WA. After a decade of building the studio into a trusted and respected space for movement and wellness, Patti Jo sold the studio to her student Julie Richard, confident it would continue to thrive under familiar and capable hands.
With over twenty years of practicing and teaching Pilates, and comprehensive certifications in both BASI and EYT training, Patti Jo gained her master teacher certification in 2024. She continues to teach and mentor developing Pilates instructors to uphold the precision, control, and intent rooted in Joseph Pilates’ work.
Today, Patti Jo is turning her focus toward the written side of the Pilates world. She writes and edits Pilates-related content, helping to shape and elevate the conversation around movement and teaching. With several published articles, edited books, and teacher training manuals, Patti Jo continues to inspire—not just through teaching, but through the power of words and shared knowledge
