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MEET THE FOUNDER

Denise Papajorgji, the driving force behind Prospective Pilates, combines a wealth of experience with a dedication to helping others improve their physical well-being. She created the studio to address diverse fitness needs, from beginners to advanced practitioners, and believes that Pilates can be fun and transformative at any stage of life. Denise’s approach centers on tailored instruction and attention to each client’s unique goals, ensuring everyone feels supported and motivated.
 
Her vision for Prospective Pilates goes beyond just fitness—it’s about fostering a community where people can connect, laugh, grow, and feel empowered through movement. Denise’s clients are inspired by her guidance, gaining strength, confidence, and resilience. Under her leadership, Prospective Pilates continues to be a trusted space for personalized wellness, grounded in the principles of balance, alignment, and controlled movement that make Pilates so powerful.
 
Denise Papajorgji’ s journey into Pilates and Yoga certifications began with a desire to understand and enhance the mind-body connection. She discovered firsthand how Pilates builds not only physical strength but also mental clarity, resilience, and balance. This revelation inspired her to open Prospective Pilates, where her mission is to share the benefits of this holistic practice with her community in Valrico.

Hey there, and welcome to Prospective Pilates. It looks like you’ve taken the leap and decided to give Pilates a try—fantastic! We are here to help you with your journey to movement. Whether you’re a complete beginner or just curious about the hype, we’re here to guide you through a great first Pilates experience. So, let’s do it!

We inspire our community and ourselves to become better each day. Our approach focuses on finding a deeper connection to oneself and others, fostering self-love, and teaching confident and empowered movement. Our small classes provide an intimate setting for one-on-one attention to our students.

OUR MISSION

OUR MISSION AT PROSPECTIVE PILATES IS TO EMPOWER YOU TO FEEL AND MOVE BETTER, TO PERFORM LIFE’S DAILY TASKS WITHOUT PAIN AND WITH BALANCE AND STABILITY, AND TO BUILD A COMMUNITY OF LIKE-MINDED PEOPLE WHO WILL SUPPORT AND ENCOURAGE EACH OTHER TO BETTER HEALTH AND FITNESS.WE INSPIRE OUR COMMUNITY & OURSELVES TO BECOME BETTER EACH DAY. 

WE BELIEVE THAT FINDING A DEEPER CONNECTION TO ONESELF AND OTHERS, FOSTERING SELF LOVE AND TEACHING CONFIDENT AND EMPOWERED MOVEMENT IS A BIG PART OF WHAT MAKES OUR APPROACH WORK. OUR SMALL CLASSES PROVIDE AN INTIMATE SETTING TO ALLOW ONE ON ONE ATTENTION TO OUR STUDENTS.

The Studio

Prospective Pilates is an open, spacious, and well-lit studio in Valrico, FL. We offer convenient parking and are easily accessible around Fish Hawk, Valrico, and Lithia. We offer small group classes and private instruction in a supportive environment, building a welcoming and encouraging community. Teachers and clients alike understand the importance of being in a supportive, fun environment where we all work to achieve our personal goals.

Our Equipment

Pilates Equipment

The Pilates Studio is fully loaded with a mix of Balanced Body and Merrithew equipment: Tower Reformers, Fuse Ladders, Pilates Arcs, EXO chairs, TRX, jump boards and Pilates sitting boxes. We also have lots of accessories to modify and enhance workouts, including rings, balls, rollers, and weights.

Reformer

The tower reformer is a flat bed with a moving carriage. It contains 5 springs of varying resistance. The carriage is moved by pushing against the foot bar or pulling the straps with the hands or feet. A full body workout is easily achieved on the reformer and tower with sitting boxes and jump boards.

Pilates Arc

The Pilates Arc is modeled after the classic spine corrector. However, this lightweight arc is ergonomically designed to accommodate more uses and body types. Used alone or with other equipment, it’s great for back stretches, alignment, and support.

EXO Chair

The EXO Chair is the most versatile piece of Pilates equipment. It’s the modern compact version of the Wunda Chair. Spring-loaded pedals are a challenge for any student, beginner or advanced. The EXO chair is great for those that can’t be on their back or feet for extended periods of time.

Cadillac

The Cadillac or tower is a stationary flat-bed higher than the reformer. Springs attach to the Cadillac frame for progressive resistance to provide a full-body workout. The Cadillac is best for those with limited mobility and flexibility and those needing assistance. Cadillac can also be fun for those that like to hang or do inverted exercises.

FUSE Ladder

Fuse Ladder is the love child of a Pilates tower, Pilate springboard, stall bars, ballet barre, rehabilitation bar, pull-up bars, suspension trainer, and weight machine, ALL rolled into one. This complex apparatus is designed for strength, flexibility, and balance training and provides a dynamic, enjoyable, and FUN experience.

Pilates Mats-NOT PROVIDED-

* Please bring your*OWN MAT* to the studio*

 

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Our Mission

Our mission at Prospective Pilates is to empower you to feel and move better, to perform life’s daily tasks without pain and with balance and stability, and to build a community of like-minded people who will support and encourage each other to better health and fitness.

Meet the Founder

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DENISE PAPAJORGJI IS A HIGHLY SKILLED PILATES INSTRUCTOR AND THE FOUNDER OF PROSPECTIVE PILATES IN VALRICO, FLORIDA. WITH OVER 13 YEARS OF EXPERIENCE AS A STUDENT OF PILATES, YOGA AND GROUP EXERCISE FORMATS, DENISE HOLDS A 500-HOUR COMPREHENSIVE PILATES TRAINING FROM CLUB PILATES, A 350-HOUR ADVANCED TRAUMA-INFORMED HATHA YOGA TRAINING FROM POINT OF GRACE INSTITUTE AND A 200-HOUR HATHA YOGA TRAINING FROM YOGA LOFT. DENISE BELIEVES THAT HER APPROACH TO PILATES IS HANDS-ON, AND SHE USES TOUCH CUEING TO BRIDGE THE ACCESSIBILITY GAP WITH HER STUDENTS. 

DENISE IS DEEPLY COMMITTED TO CONTINUING HER EDUCATION AND PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT, ALWAYS SEEKING TO EXPAND HER KNOWLEDGE AND REFINE HER TEACHING SKILLS. SHE IS PASSIONATE ABOUT HELPING HER STUDENTS REACH THEIR MAXIMUM POTENTIAL AND ACHIEVE THEIR FITNESS GOALS, WHETHER THEY ARE BEGINNERS OR ADVANCED PRACTITIONERS. DENISE’S DEDICATION TO DELIVERING EXCELLENCE TO ALL OF HER CLIENTS SETS THE STANDARD FOR PROSPECTIVE PILATES IN VALRICO, FL.