Courtney is one of the owners of Recess. More info coming soon!

Sarah Wilcoxon is the studio manager at Recess. As a tenured professor of dance (in her previous life) Sarah taught and choreographed dance with a focus on dance science and kinesiology. She’s comprehensively STOTT certified in Pilates, has a 200-hour vinyasa yoga certification, and she does teacher training throughout the country for Progressing Ballet Technique. She not-so-secretly prefers lounging on the couch to working out, so she promises her classes are fun enough that it's totally worth leaving the couch.

Amanda is a yoga teacher at Recess. More info coming soon!

Brittney is a Pilates and Functional Fitness Instructor at Recess. More info coming soon!

Mary is working towards her Pilates mat and reformer certifications with Core Collab, and she can’t wait to add her classes to the Recess schedule soon! She is passionate about teaching Pilates because she’s seen its power to transform lives, not just bodies, and she wants everyone to feel the mental and physical benefits that she enjoys from Pilates. Two things you should know about Mary’s classes: (1) There's a good chance there will be a themed playlist, and (2) she will celebrate your every milestone as though it's her own. Mary loves to read, write, and cuddle up with her precious pup (Mrs. Dolly Parton Goldendoodle Bozarth) to watch an episode of Gilmore Girls.

Kristen is a Doctor of Physical Therapy with additional certifications in Traditional Chinese Medicine, STOTT Pilates, Touch for Health, Hypnotherapy, and Applied Kinesiology. With over 25 years of experience and a deep well of knowledge, Dr. Cleveland incorporates her vast knowledge into modern exercise and movement disciplines that work to heal, strengthen, and tone the body. In addition to teaching group Pilates classes at Recess, Dr. Cleveland is also booking for private Pilates or private Therapeutic Pilates lessons if you have more therapeutic goals in mind. In addition to healing through movement, Dr. Cleveland can be found expressing herself through the arts - painting, photography, and theatre. And she always finds joy and laughter with her husband and kids!

Charity’s passion for fitness has been a lifelong journey, from playing all things sports growing up to being a college track athlete. Charity teaches multiple fitness classes across the Ozarks. Her classes are the perfect blend of fun and intense. She gets to know everyone in class and roots for each person to reach their individual goals. Outside of teaching fitness, Charity is a local realtor with Cantrell Real Estate. When she’s not teaching a fitness class or killing it in the real estate game - she’s rooting for the KC Chiefs, hiking, enjoying time with her family and her community.

Larissa is an e E-RYT 500 yoga instructor, Yoga Alliance Continuing Education Provider, Yin Yoga Level 1 & 2 Certified, Licensed Massage Therapist and she will complete her Sanskrit Level One Certification in Summer 2026. Larissa has been a yogi since she was a teenager, and her education focuses on Yoga Philosophy, Sanskrit, and Bhakti Yoga. These elements are the heart of her practice and she loves to share that transformative power, inspiration and freedom through Yoga Asana (yoga postures)! Off the mat Larissa loves live music, lifting weights, snuggling pets, and a cozy cup of herbal tea. She is someone who loves fun, playful movement that doesn't require us to worry about how we look.

Reggie is a former D1 athlete who went on to work as a strength and conditioning coach for baseball and track teams. These days he works as a referee and as YOUR strength and conditioning coach at Recess. He is passionate about nurturing the mind-body connection through his high energy and joyful classes. Expect to smile through the sweat while Reggies puts you through the paces. You can get a laugh out of Reggie by showing him some funny animal videos; and he loves to connect with people through music and quality time. 

Racheal holds a Bachelor's Degree in Child and Family Development, minor in Psychology and she’s currently working on two additional certifications - Trust Based Relational Intervention and Trauma Informed Specialist. All of this background informs her yoga practice. Racheal believes the body holds so much of our lived experience, and intentional movement can be a powerful way to release stress, reconnect, and create safety and ease within. When Racheal noticed that she didn't often see bodies like hers represented in wellness spaces - she decided to bridge the gap and make yoga feel more accessible for all bodies! Outside of work, she’s a nature girlie who loves to hike, camp, explore… anything outside.

Phillip has found a home in yoga that helps him connect with community, stay in shape physically, and maintain his mental health as well. He hopes to share all those benefits with his students. "If I'm able to give that experience to at least one other person in this world then I'm good with that." Phillip will complete his 200-hour vinyasa teacher training in February 2026, and he plans to dive right into Pilates training after that. Off the mat, Phillip loves to play disc golf, guitar, and read Stephen King novels. You can also catch him at a stand up comedy show or a concert... rock and roll and namaste!

Courtney is a movement specialist who loves to help students rebuild their mind/body relationship through intentional foundations and healthy alignment. You'll really feel the burn as Courtney has you moving with deep focus and intention; she'll never let you cheat yourself! Courtney holds 200 hr vinyasa, 500h ayurvedic, and 500h yoga therapy, yoga trapeze, and yoga wheel certifications. She's in progress with a comprehensive Pilates certification through Core Collab and she has additional training and expertise in myofascial release, trauma informed movement, and social justice through movement. Courtney is a true cancer/water sign as she finds the most relaxation when she's by a body of water. She's guaranteed to laugh when she's watching how clumsy her Great Dane can be, and she lives for a well placed banger in the playlist for a difficult class.


Shelli is certified in True Barre, TRX, BUTI, PiYo, and Pilates. She fell in love with the way Pilates made her body feel stronger, more balanced, and more connected. Living with an autoimmune disease made weight loss and maintenance challenging, so her focus shifted from aesthetics to overall wellness. Movement became a way to manage stress, reduce anxiety, and support a healthy, and sustainable lifestyle. Now she's passionate about helping others experience those same benefits and discover what their bodies are capable of. Shelli believes in meeting people where they are, encouraging progress over perfection, and prioritizing safe, effective movement tailored to your uniquely wonderful body. When Shelli isn't "pilaticizing" she loves to spend quality time with her family on the lake. She believes in everyday acts of kindness as a guiding post. "Kindness costs nothing and can change everything."

Jill is an E-RYT 200 Yoga Teacher with additional certifications in Funtional Approach of Yoga, Yin Level 3, Yoga Nidra Level 1, Balance and Mobility, True Barre, Core Strength Anatomy Training. She has a Chair Yoga Teacher Certificate in progress AND she’s an Emeritus Clinical Professor MSU. Jill’s classes are often described as “gently powerful” and that they “sneak up on you” because she supports and prepares you so well that you are doing challenging work without realizing it. Jill teaches students to listen to their own bodies, honor their unique anatomy, and find personal challenges and joy of movement. Jill laughs the hardest with her children, grandchildren, and best friends. And her free time is spent outside in her native pollinator and vegetable gardens (there is not a flower or garden that does not make her smile.)

Jenna is a barre and yoga teacher at Recess. More info coming soon!

Travis teaches Strength & Stamina as well as Intro to Strength at Recess. More info coming soon!

As an athlete, Austin grew to love fitness, competition, and the accountability of community. That's why she's excited to start working as a fitness instructor, where she can come to WUUURRRK and inspire you to do the same. Expect to be pushed to a personal best in her classes - you are in competition with yourself to become a better you than you were yesterday. You'll cheer the team on and feel the support of the room as you strive and sweat for your goals in Austin's classes. Outside of work, you can catch Austin playing just about any sport for fun, but she has a particular affinity for pickleball and sand volleyball. And margs on a patio with friends will always bring a smile to her face. 

Caitlin is a true believer in the medicine of movement. Whether you are happy, sad, tired, or sore... you'll leave her class feeling uplifted and proud of the work you've put in with help from her legendary playlists and enthusiastic encouragement. Caitlin has a BA in dance and training in the Barre Intensity method. When she's not leading you through another hundred pulses in barre class, Caitlin loves to try new restaurants in Springfield and spend quality time outdoors with her family. The things that are sure to bring a smile to her face are witnessing acts of kindness, watching her son explore new things, and seeing a client achieve a new skill. 

Sammi holds 200-hour yoga and chair yoga certifications. Her classes make yoga fun, accessible, and welcoming for everyone. She guides students to discover their own unique practice, equipping them with the tools and confidence to bring yoga into their lives—regardless of their experience level. Off the mat Sammi likes to read, go hiking, and paint. And she loves spending quality time with her dog, Nola, who can always make her smile.