Instructors
Meet Our Team
WENDY BOROF, OWNER
Wendy Borof is a certified Pilates instructor and owner of Pilates Balance. She graduated from Santa Cruz University, California and immediately moved to Telluride in 1993 where she found herself captivated by the beauty and outdoor activities including climbing, skiing and running.
She discovered Pilates in 2008 became certified through Balanced Body in 2009 and opened Pilates Balance shortly thereafter. Wendy went on to expand her knowledge of Pilates with Cara Reeser at the Kathy Grant Heritage Training Program in 2016. KGH Certification provides a deeper understanding of body mechanics. The experience instilled Wendy with a profound appreciation for the way in which the Pilates practice can heal the body and keep people active and fit for the rest of their lives.
Wendy continues to study the details of functional movement with Cara Reeser and Jeremy Laverdure through their Movement Science Made Simple workshops.
“Some people come to me with physical challenges or injuries, others feel they need to cross train to improve their performance. The challenge is finding the perfect recipe of movement that balances each person’s strengths and weakness. Figuring out the nuances of an individual’s needs is what I find inspiring. And seeing them improve and gain confidence is my greatest reward.”
““Wendy has amazing insight. It is like she has x-ray vision into my body and my heart. She helps me embrace movement and and feel strong and healthy in my sports and my daily life.””
““I have become so much more aware of my postural habits. I have had huge revelations about where I hold tightness and stress in my body find myself being more mindful no matter what I am doing each day.””
Carly Casternovia
Movement has always been a focal point for me in life. While growing up as a gymnast and now spending most of my free time as a rock climber, the art of controlled movement has been a centerpiece. I was first introduced to the practice of Pilates while living in Boulder, Colorado in 2016. Shortly after taking a few classes, I felt the need to dive deeper into the philosophy and movement as well as a pull to move closer to the mountains. I found myself driving to Telluride with a plan to start my teacher training.
In 2018, I gained my Full Comprehensive Certification through Balanced Body. In 2025, I completed the Kathy Grant Heritage Training Program, an advanced Pilates trainer programer for Pilates Instructors with Cara Reeser. My favorite part of working as a Pilates Instructor is helping clients build a better understanding of body awareness, balanced muscle development and injury prevention. I will incorporate movements on the reformer, chair, tower and mat, and a private session with me will cater to you and your specific needs. Over the years, I’ve worked with people who are pre surgery, post injuries, specific medical conditions and athletes. My hope is to help others find longevity in a healthy body, filled with days of movement.
When I’m not teaching at Pilates Balance, you can find me climbing around the world, throwing pottery, working as a mountain guide or cooking with my partner and friends