Meet the LSQP team
In addition to being highly trained, experienced, and talented in their respective disciplines—our instructors are the embodiment of our mission. Each and every one is truly passionate about inspiring, empowering, and energizing our community members to achieve their health, fitness, and wellness goals.
We couldn’t be more excited for you to meet them!
Aileen May
she/her
Senior Pilates Instructor
Teaches Pilates Mat, Pilates Equipment, + Barre
Training
Balance Body 500 Hour Pilates Mat + Equipment
Experience
Has taught private and group Pilates for 11 years in studios all across Chicago.
Teaching Goals
To create a healing environment, increase self-awareness of mind-body-spirit, infuse classes with levity and humor while maintaining a high impact structure. To help people connect with a deep sense of centeredness, both biomechanically and mentally.
Outside the Studio
Aileen is a talented dancer and performer who is often seen biking around her Logan Square hood, swimming in the lake at night, and being a cat mom.
kara hunsinger
she/her
Pilates Instructor
Teaches Pilates Equipment
Training
Certification in Fletcher Pilates under the direction of Kyria Waugaman with Bodyworks Pilates in Tucson, Arizona.
Experience
While finishing up school she worked at Bodyworks as an instructor and taught mat and reformer classes at the University of Arizona. Prior to moving to Chicago, Kara taught at Suhka in Modesto, California.
Teaching Goals
She looks forward to helping others build strength, confidence, balance, awareness, and most importantly sharing the joy of movement.
Outside the Studio
Outside of the studio, Kara is a professional dancer so she spends most of her time taking classes to maintain her technique. In her free time, she enjoys making music playlists for her friends, watching cute dog videos, and watching bad reality TV.
deedee bourdo
she/her
Pilates Instructor + Studio Admin Manager
Teaches Pilates Mat + Pilates Equipment
Training
Balanced Body
Experience
DeeDee teaches everything from Pilates Reformer, Chair, and varying levels of Pilates Mat classes to introducing new clients to Pilates in LSQP’s Launch Class! Her classes are pretty chill and calming with little bursts of burn!
Teaching Goals
My goal in teaching is to give my students the chance to feel and build strength from the inside out, and tune into the control they have over their own body and physical sensations. Coming from a dance background, I also love encouraging my students to "find their flow". Pilates is not only about mastering a move with with precision, but also about moving with a smooth quality and ease.
Outside the Studio
I just moved to Chicago this past summer (2022) from Dallas, Texas so I really enjoy exploring the city right now! I love cats (my own's name is Penny), comedy, and reality tv. I also love dancing, seeing live theater, and spending time with family and friends.
chris flood
he/him
Pilates Instructor
Teaches Pilates Mat + Pilates Equipment
Training
In 2017, he became a certified pilates instructor after completing a rigorous two year classic training program with The Pilates Center, based in Boulder, CO.
Experience
Since 2017, he’s worked with everyone from beginners and people recovering from injury to long time students and professional athletes and dancers. Chris teaches on the Reformer, Chair, Jumpboard, and Mat.
Teaching Goals
He is committed to helping everyone move well, feel good, love their body, and deepen the connection between mind and body. His teaching style strives to take the heart or intention of each pilates exercise and relay that to each student in a way that connects with them. This way, no matter their background or skill, they can find the empowerment and joy in pilates.
Outside the Studio
Outside of the studio, Chris enjoys spending time with his partner and two dogs or hitting up neighborhood restaurants in Logan Square. Chris is a big music and art fan. He loves playing piano and learning new instruments as well as going out to support friends, musicians and artists within Chicago's creative community.
Logan hutt
she/her
Senior Pilates Instructor
Teaches Pilates Mat, Pilates Equipment, + Barre
Training
BASI Pilates, PMA-CPT, Pre/Post Natal, dance specialization, bootybarre, WERQ, AFAA Personal Trainer, Indo-Row, TRX
Experience
Former Professional Dancer and ballet teacher. Practicing Pilates since 1996 (I was 12) and teaching since 2006. bootybarre Master Trainer and WERQ Master Trainer. Logan also owned and ran her own studio and Performing Arts School in Los Angeles.
Teaching Goals
Spreading my passion of Pilates to everyone. Helping my clients find confidence and joy in exercise, while probably cracking some cheesy jokes. To always be a student and never stop learning.
Outside the Studio
Falling back in love with Chicago after living in LA for 18 years. Snuggling with my sweet pup, exploring local craft beers, and watch entirely too much BRAVO.
Wendy hauser
she/her
Senior Pilates Instructor
Teaches Pilates Equipment
Training
STOTT Pilates Comprehensive Certification;
200 Hour RYT Yoga One Cedarburg, WI
Experience
Her entire professional career included teaching a variety movement to all ages and levels of ability at schools and YMCAs. 13 years teaching equipment-based Pilates in Chicago & Wisconsin.
15 years traveling & teaching as an International Fit Bodies Instructor
Teaching Goals
Guiding students with the principles of Pilates to change how to safely move in their daily lives and inspire them to a regular Pilates practice.
Outside the Studio
Wendy enjoys all things outdoors: biking and paddle boarding at their lake home in Wisconsin in the summer and in the winter cross country skiing and snow shoeing. She also loves spending time with her husband, adult children and grand girls.
Nichole Brown
they/them
Yoga Instructor + Admin Assistant
Teaches Yoga
Training
Restorative, Gentle, Hatha (balanced), and Vinyasa Yoga
Experience
200hr with Tula Yoga Studio, 65hr psychologically sensitive and trauma informed teacher training Room to Breathe; 40hr Yoga for the Special Child under Sonia Sumner
Teaching Goals
To create a safe space for students to advocate for their needs and connect to themselves on a deeper level.
Outside the Studio
I love to dance! - not in a technical way, I have absolutely no training, but I love to move freely. I also like any excuse to get creative: story-telling; knitting; crafting; singing; painting; etc.
Jan chitphakdithai
she/her
LSQP Owner + Business Director
Studio Goals
I became the owner of LSQP with the goal of making it a safe and accessible community for all who enter through our doors, one that promotes happiness, health, and self-worth. I work to create an ethical workplace that instructors and admin staff feel proud to be part of, with emphasis on providing the team an opportunity to grow professionally and personally. And I aim to be a positive presence in the neighborhood, supporting other local businesses and giving everyone a chance to thrive through Pilates and movement.
Outside the Studio
When not at the studio or working my day job as a Technology Manager, I enjoy the variety of working side hustles as time allows, specifically event planning, hair styling, and teaching handstands classes. During my free time I explore hobbies such as dancing, circus, and crafting. I love the novelty of traveling around the world, and when I'm ready for rest I enjoy spending time at home with my husband Michael and 3 cats Logan, Nova, and Delilah.
Michael Montes
he/him
Admin Assistant
Studio Goals
To maintain the quality of the space by assisting with handyman work
Outside the Studio
My biggest hobby outside of the studio is playing video games, especially Pokemon Go, with my wife. I'm a digital artist by trade, so I also paint and sculpt on the computer when I have time and a fun idea to bring to life.
Audrey O’connell
she/her
Admin Assistant
Studio Goals
To provide a friendly atmosphere at the desk so clients feel comfortable and welcomed into the studio.
Outside the Studio
I enjoy ceramics, textile arts, cooking, and dancing.
ray johnson
he/him
Studio Admin Manager
Studio Goals
To provide a friendly neighboring experience and maintain a level of trust and support with our community.
Outside the Studio
I love to draw! Whether it’s creating graphic art as commissioned pieces or working on my own projects, art provides a calming space for me. Also being from Chicago, I love walking the different neighborhoods with my wife and getting daily inspiration from our community.
Tirza Hinton
she/her
Admin Assistant
Studio Goals
To keep everything running smoothly and to bring a smile for every client and instructor
Outside the Studio
I like to try new foods and spend time with my family and friends. Puzzles, games, city adventures, etc.—I love them all! I also enjoy stories, both reading and writing them.
Caroline Ng
she/her
Admin Assistant
Studio Goals
To maintain a general atmospheric calm and the elusive thermostat window between toasty and toasting
Outside the Studio
I enjoy masterpiece theater, very short distance running, and seafood by the sea.
Interested in joining our team?
We are always looking to meet talented instructors! Send your resume to info@logansquarepilates.com.