Hilary has been a student of the Pilates method for over 10 years, studying both the classical and evolved (West Coast) styles of Pilates. She was certified to teach Pilates in 2002 through Center Studio Pilates in Burbank, CA, under the direction of Dawn-Marie Ickes, MPT and Alyson Cabot, PT. She has since studied under and worked with Pilates instructors from varied backgrounds and training programs as well as different chiropractors, physical therapists, acupuncturists, and medical doctors in California and the Chicagoland area. She became a Gold Certified PMA Pilates Instructor in 2006 and a Balanced Body University faculty member in 2008. She also has a B.A. in International Business and French from Whitworth College.