Co-Owner/Physical Therapist
Certified Orthopedic Manual Therapist
PMA® Certified Pilates Teacher
Certified GYROTONIC® Instructor

Stephen graduated with a Masters in Physical Therapy in 1998 from LSUMC in New Orleans. Immediately interested in hands on therapy, he began to study with known manual therapist Brian Mulligan and became certified in the Maitland Australian Approach in 2003. Stephen completed a comprehensive Pilates training in Santa Monica at retroFit Pilates in 2002 and is Certified through The Pilates Method Alliance. The combined treatment of manual therapy with mind body awareness exercises using Pilates concepts was the start of his whole body treatment approach. Stephen then began to study the fascial system when he moved to Austin, TX in 2004.

This lead to training with Alan Weismantle and his Functional Manual Therapy

Approach and studying Myofascial Release with John Barnes. Stephen completed his level 1 GYROTONIC® certification in 2009 becoming the first Physical Therapist in Texas certified in the GYROTONIC® method. In 2011, Stephen and Cheryl started the Pilates Teacher Training Program offered at CORE. Since 2012, they have had the opportunity to present the work of Joseph Pilates to the Physical Therapy schools at both Texas State and The University of St Augustine-Austin.

Now Stephen pulls from both a traditional and alternative mindset for an eclectic and innovative approach to physical therapy. Treatment consist of manual therapy (myofascial release, joint mobilization & manipulation, soft tissue mobilization, muscle energy, craniosacral therapy, traction, and neurodynamics) with mind body exercises utilizing Pilates and GYROTONIC® equipment. Stephen and his wife, Cheryl, opened CORE Therapy & Pilates in May, 2005. Stephen enjoy's hiking, sports and live music.  They have 2 boy's and are members of Westlake United Methodist Church.

"I opened my business after 3 years of working at the typical 'PT mill' with juggling 3 to 5 patients an hour.  So my clinic is now based on NOT being the typical and the first step is spending time with each patient.  So I chose to offer one on one, hour long appointments to address reaching the goals of each individual.  This allows me to learn about the body on each visit in a continuous assessment and treatment progressive approach.  With the home release program and awareness training, I teach patients to empower themselves to improve."

Your Favorite???

Place: The mountains!
Restaurant: Jaques-Imos (NOLA), Uchiko (ATX)
Food: Cajun
Vacation:  Colorado, Lake Tahoe, Mammoth
City: NOLA
TV show: 24
Film: The Usual Suspects
Singer/Group: JJ Cale, Widespread Panic
Celebrity: Willie, Shaq
Book: Rich Dad Poor Dad (that changed everything for me)
Sports: LSU Football and Baseball
Team: LSU
Hobbies: Live music and I Try to keep up with my kids!

Co-Owner, PMA® Certified Pilates Teacher
Certified GYROTONIC® & GYROKINESIS® Instructor
GYROTONIC® Master Trainer

Cheryl graduated with a Marketing degree from LSU. After working a corporate desk job for a few years, she changed careers by completing her Pilates certification in 2002 at retroFit Pilates in Santa Monica, CA.  Cheryl then completed her Level 1 GYROTONIC® certification while working with Madeline Black at Studio M in Sonoma, CA.  Since moving to Austin to 2004, Cheryl has become level 2 GYROTONIC® trained as well as assisted Madeline in teaching Pilates education courses from California to New Orleans.  

The year of 2009 was a busy one as she completed her GYROKINESIS® certification in Germany with Juliu Horvath, certifications on the specialized GYROTONIC® Archway, Leg Extension Unit, GYROTONER® and Jump Stretch Board, as well as becoming a Certified GYROTONIC® Pre-Trainer.  Not to mention having her second little boy. Cheryl completed a Pilates mentor program in 2011 with Madeline Black offered by Balance Body University coined "Passing the Torch".

In the summer of 2011, Cheryl and Stephen launched a Pilates Teacher Training Program at CORE.  Cheryl passed her PMA Exam and has studied the GYROTONIC® Therapeutic Application courses with German Physiotherapist Paul Horvath and Uwe Herbsreit. In 2014, Cheryl completed the requirments to become a GYROTONIC® Master Trainer and is now able to teach the GYROTONIC® Level 1 Foundation Courses as well as all updates for current certified GYROTONIC® trainers.

Her background as a gymnast and exercise enthusiast led her to an interest in Pilates and GYROTONIC® exercise. Cheryl and her husband, Stephen, opened CORE Therapy & Pilates in May, 2005. They are members of Westlake United Methodist Church.

Your Favorite???

Place: There's no place like home
Restaurant: Uchi
Food: Chocolate
Vacation: The beach
City: Sonoma
TV show: Anything on the cooking channel
Film: Star Wars
Singer/Group: Mumford and Sons/George Strait
Celebrity: Brad Pitt
Book: The Shack
Sports: Football, gymnastics
Team: LSU
Hobbies: Hanging with my family

Co-Owner, PMA® Certified Pilates Teacher
Certified GYROTONIC® & GYROKINESIS® Instructor
GYROTONIC® Master Trainer

Certified GYROTONIC® Instructor

Certified JUMP STRETCH BOARD®, GYROTONER® Instructor

Stott Pilates & Balanced Body Pilates Instructor

"I am here to facilitate your movement journey. Both Pilates and The Gyrotonic Method offer low-impact, functioning motions for ALL bodies.

Be it the competitive athlete, "weekend warrior", everyday enthusiast or a body that's been compromised or injured.

Through movement, we regain a sense of our true selves not only physically but mentally, emotionally and spiritually.

It is my honor to guide you either in group classes or individual sessions or both."

Your Favorite???

Hobbies/Interests- too many to mention but I've been collecting fine and abstract art since I was 11.

Pilates Trained from Pilates Apprentice.

Dr. Danny Masters is originally from Austin, TX where he attended Westlake High School and then attended the University of Texas at Austin for his undergraduate degree. After college he worked for 3 years at KIPP Austin Comunidad as a Fitness Teacher but decided to change careers to Physical Therapy.

Danny then attended the Texas Woman’s University in Houston where he graduated with honors. He has worked and had clinical rotations in different Outpatient Orthopedic clinics where he found his passion for help return people to living an active lifestyle and getting back to the things they love. Danny is currently training in Pilates and is looking forward to using his newfound knowledge to assist people in the Austin area.

He is married to his lovely wife Kyra, has a beautiful daughter Leia, and has his first child dog Maggie. Danny enjoys running, doing different types of exercise, watching TV and movies, and spending time with his friends and family.

Favorites:

Place: Italy  
Restaurant: Fogo De Chao 
Food:  Fried Chicken
Vacation:  All inclusive resorts on the beach
City:  Austin
TV show:  Star Trek
Film: Star Wars Empire Strikes back or The Dark Knight
Singer/Group:  Nirvana
Celebrity: Christian Bale

Book:  A Brave New World
Sports: Football, basketball
Team: University of Texas 
Hobbies: Hanging with my family, exercising, catching up on TV and movies

Pilates Trained from Pilates Apprentice.

Claire earned her Doctorate in Physical Therapy from the University of St. Augustine in Austin, TX. She graduated with honors in 2021. Throughout her time here, she became passionate about outpatient orthopedic physical therapy and decided to stay in Austin. Prior to physical therapy school, Claire graduated from Louisiana State University in 2018 with a degree in Kinesiology. She decided to pursue a career in physical therapy early on in college. The science behind human movement and process of diagnosing and treating different injuries was always fascinating to her. Since early 2021, Claire practiced in other outpatient orthopedic clinics before joining CORE.

Claire’s main goal for each client is for them to understand their symptoms and the way their pain behaves so they can find what works best for them to independently manage their symptoms through exercise. She has always been passionate about being active and grew up competing in athletics such as dance and cheerleading, which continued in college where she was a member of LSU Cheerleading. She believes staying active and utilizing Pilates to do so is a very powerful tool for improving strength, body awareness, and managing pain. Claire utilizes exercise to help manage her own pain and injuries. She has experienced the benefits of consistent exercise and staying active firsthand. She enjoys helping her clients do the same.

She likes working with clients presenting with several different goals and pathologies. She strives to use evidence-based interventions to guide her patients through reaching their goals, understanding their pain, and managing their symptoms independently.

Favorites questions

Place: Home and Austin are a tie

Restaurant: Red Ash

Food: sushi, steak and fries (I couldn’t pick a favorite!)

Vacation: any beach

City: New Orleans

TV show: Parks and Recreation

Singer/Group: Tame Impala

Sports: LSU Football and Cheerleading

Team: LSU

Hobbies: painting, hiking, working out, trying new restaurants around Austin, and hanging out with friends, going to concerts

Pilates Instructor

Born and raised in Austin, Texas, I graduated from the University of Texas Austin with a business degree. I’ve had the opportunity to travel all over the world through business and personal trips, and am usually thinking of my next adventure!

I discovered the joy of Pilates over a decade ago. I decided to become a certified teacher so that I could share my love of movement with others. I’m an excellent example of the power of a consistent Pilates practice. I’m stronger, have significantly better balance, and my body can do all of the things I ask if it! That was not the case when I started this Pilates journey.

I look forward to helping my clients grow stronger and more confident in their bodies.

Certified GYROTONIC® Instructor
Certified JUMP STRETCH BOARD®, GYROTONER® Instructor
Stott Pilates Instructor

I am a certified Stott Pilates instructor and have completed Intensive courses in Mat, Reformer, Cadillac, Stability Chair, Barrels. I have always loved movement and being active and found Pilates in 2001. I was instantly hooked and began my teacher training in 2002.

In 2003 I discovered the GYROTONIC Expansion System®. I trained with Master trainers Sebastian Pletteberg for Gyrokinesis and Kathy Van Patten for Gyrotonic foundation. I certified with Juliu Horvath in 2004 and 2005. I am so thrilled to have found Cheryl to rekindle my love of all things Gyrotonic. I am in the process of updating and expanding my Gyrotonic knowledge and practice with her at Core. Most recently, I have completed the Jump Stretch Board and Gyrotoner Course for the specialized Gyrotonic equipment with Cheryl at CORE.

I share my enthusiasm for movement and am attentive to form in my group classes and private sessions. Clients can expect a thorough yet fun approach to their practice while they improve body awareness, confidence, and strength. I believe my Pilates and Gyrotonic practice has improved the balance in my own body greatly, especially pre and post-natal. I practiced prior to having children, during both pregnancies as well as after both of my children were born (a son in 2012, daughter in 2015). I also believe that building a strong foundation and learning how to stabilize from the inside out are principles that can be applied not only in Pilates classes but also in other types of workouts, as well as in daily life.

I hold a Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting from Lehigh University as well as an MBA from Boston College. I moved from Boston to Austin with my family in the Fall of 2019.