About Me

ABOUT GIA

Gia Calhoun is a Pilates teacher based in Los Angeles, California, who has been teaching Pilates since 2007. She has been working for Pilates Anytime since 2013 and is the former Vice President of the company.

She completed her Pilates teacher training with Diane Diefenderfer at Studio du Corps in Costa Mesa, California. In addition to being a teacher on Pilates Anytime, she has been a presenter for Pilates Week at Rancho la Puerta in Tecate, Mexico.

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Motherhood changes everything—including the way you move. Constantly holding and lifting your baby puts strain on muscles that **aren’t meant to work that hard all day.**

That’s why I created this **quick, gentle Pilates class** to help you **reset your posture and ease upper body pain**—so everyday movements feel **better, not harder.** Click the link in my bio to get access to this class for free!

#moveinbeyond #postpartumpilates #newmomfitness #newmomposture

Comment ‘POSTURE’ to get access to my free 20-minute postnatal pilates mat class for posture.

#onlinepilatesclass #postpartumpilates #newmompilates #newmomfitness #newmomfitnessjourney #newmomposture #pilatesforposture

Here are 3 signs your body is *holding onto stress* (and how to fix it).

💥 Your shoulders are always tight.

💥 You feel *hunched over* all day.

💥 Your back *aches* just from holding your baby.

Your body wasn’t designed to *carry this much tension*. This 20-minute class will help you *release* it, *reset* your posture, and feel *lighter*.

Comment POSTURE to get access to my free 20-minute Express Postnatal Mat Class to help improve your posture and strengthen your body.

As the days grow longer and flowers begin to bloom, Spring is the perfect time to refresh your fitness routine.

Spring is a season of renewal - both for the body and mind. Pilates is the best practice to help you build strength, increase flexibility, and energize your body after the winter months.

It’s also the perfect time to get outside and enjoy the fresh air, sunshine and nature. These are some of my favorite things that help me stay active and energized this season.

If you’re interested in @vivobarefoot shoes, use code GIA20 for 20% off your order!

#springfitness #outdoorwalking #onlinepilatesstudio #newmomfitnessjourney

My go-to series when I don’t have much time and want to move! I’m sure I’ve done this series more than any other Pilates exercise. What’s your go-to sequence?

#onlinepilatesclass #newmomfitness #postpartumpilates #pilatesafterbaby #empoweredmothers

Here are the 5 gentle abdominal movements that helped me re-engage my abdominals postpartum. Have you tried these? Let me know how they feel for you! #newmomfitness #newmomfitnessjourney #postpartumpilates #postpartumabs #postnatalpilatesexercises

Had the best time filming at the Studio of Padaro Beach with @pilatesanytimeus! I’m definitely going to be sore tomorrow. Thank you @amm_body and @thebranamans (also @nicole__marie__ and Lindsay 2 weeks ago) for being so amazing to work with!

#pilatesteacherlife #behindthescenes #pilatesanytimeus #spinecorrector #reformerclasses #matclasses

Comment POSTURE to get access to my free Express Postnatal class!

#postnatalposture #postpartumpilates #newmomfitness #newmomfitnessjourney #posturegoals

Happy International Women’s Day! I’m lucky that I’ve always been surrounded by strong and amazing women and now my daughter gets to be too! #womensday2025 #strongwomen❤️ #amazingwomeninmylife

Imagine this: By this time next week you’ll feel more energized, stronger, and have a community of moms cheering you on! Ready to join us? My free New Mom Reset challenge starts on Monday, March 3rd! Go to the link in my bio to save your spot!

#postpartumpilates #newmomselfcare #selfcareformom #selfcareformothers #newmomfitnessjourney #pilatesathomeworkout #gentlepilates

Close your eyes for a moment and picture this: You wake up in the morning feeling refreshed, energized, and genuinely excited about your day.

You catch a glimpse of yourself in the mirror and smile, because you’re starting to recognize that strong, confident woman looking back at you.

That’s the kind of transformation we’re aiming for in the 5-Day New Mom Reset. It’s not just about losing a few pounds or toning up (though, that’s a nice bonus!). It’s about reconnecting with yourself, feeling empowered in your own skin, and creating a lifestyle that supports your goals and well-being.

#newmomselfcare #postpartumpilates #empoweredmothers #newmomfitnessjourney #newmomfitness

My New Mom Reset Challenge is starting on March 3rd! It will address all of these myths and more! Comment ‘Reset’ to find out how you can join for free! #newmomselfcare #newmomfitness #newmomfitnessjourney #selfcareformothers #empoweredmothers

Comment ‘RESET’ to save your space to my upcoming New Mom Reset Pilates & Self Care challenge, starting on March 3rd! #newmomfitnessjourney #postpartumpilates #empoweredmothers #selfcareformothers #newmomselfcare

Comment ‘new mom’ to save your space to my upcoming New Mom Reset Pilates & Self Care challenge, starting on March 3rd. #newmomselfcare #postpartumpilates #empoweredmothers #postbabywellness #newmomfitnessjourney #newmompilates

I didn’t realize how much my posture was declining early postpartum. Luckily, I was able to improve it with gentle movements. Better posture and moving my body did so much to improve my mood and make me feel more energized - especially with limited sleep. My upcoming New Mom Reset Challenge will address all of this and more, in just 15 minutes a day. It starts on March 3 so click the link in my bio to find out more information and save your spot! #postpartumpilates #postnatalpilatesworkout #momselfcarechallenge #postbabywellness #selfcareformothers

Comment ��‘RESET’ to save your space to my upcoming New Mom Reset Pilates & Self Care challenge, starting on March 3rd!

We’ll be going through each of these pillars so that you can feel strong and confident in motherhood.

#postpartumpilates #postbabywellness #newmomfitnessjourney #momcoreworkouts #homepilatespractice #rediscoveryourselfmom #momselfcarejourney

New challenge coming on the Move with Gia app! Get ready! #PostpartumPilates #MomSelfCareJourney #EmpoweredNewMoms #PostBabyWellness #MomCoreStrength #HomePilatesPractice #SelfCareForMoms

These are some of the things I enjoy doing for myself. What do you like to do to practice self-love on Valentine’s Day? #valentinesday #selfcare #pilates

My interview with @voyagelamag is here! You can find it in the Portraits series at the top of the homepage. So thankful for this wonderful write-up!

New live schedule for February is ready! All of the classes will be recorded so you can take them later if you aren’t able to join live. See you there! #pilates #pilatesathome #matpilates #livestreampilates

A glimpse into my morning today! Started with a walk for Bailey, then taught a live stretch class on the Move with Gia app, and prepped some sourdough bread and sourdough cookies for later. I feel ready for the rest of the weekend! #pilatesathome #pilates #pilatesteacher #morningroutine

Before and after #sourdoughbread #baking

Had so much fun playing with my Bala Bangles today! Can’t wait to do more with them! #armweights #standingarmseries #pilates #pilatesathome #pilatesmat

Super excited to play with these! #balabangles #birthdaypresent #pilatesathome

Today’s challenge is on the Reformer as I get back to my full Pilates practice! It was a quick workout full of some of my favorite exercises. My favorite will always be Eve’s lunge. What’s your favorite Pilates exercise? #pilates #pilatesreformer #pilatesathome

Wishing everyone a healthy and happy new year! #cheersto2025 #readyforthenewyear #happynewyear

This has been the fastest year ever! So many good things to look back on and so much to look forward to in the new year! #2024recap #happynewyear

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Pilates Anytime Classes

You can take class with me on Pilates Anytime! If you're new to the site, you can use the code, CALHOUN for 30 days free.

Align & Shine

These quick, 30-minute classes are full-body workouts packed with creative and challenging sequences. I progress exercises through intensity, coordination, and precision elevating your Pilates practice to the next level. This is your time to feel strong, accomplished, and most importantly aligned. Let’s shine together!

The Pilates Daily

Each day of the week has a different energy, so why not match your Pilates practice to your mood for the day? This 7-day series includes movement classes designed to take you through each day of the week, with the start being more intense and the end of the week being more restorative. There is a Mat and a Reformer version so you can find the option that works for you.

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Gia Calhoun

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