In 2012, Rochelle embarked on her Pilates journey in Santa Monica, California. She was immediately captivated by the benefits of enhanced posture and body awareness. Over the following decade, she dedicated herself to private lessons at classical studios, fully immersing herself in the practice before ultimately pursuing her passion through formal certification.
In 2021, Rochelle completed the 600-hour comprehensive Pilates program led by Carrie Samper at Equinox. She has furthered her education by attending workshops at Strong Body Pilates, Cotrone Pilates, and Equinox, where she learned from esteemed instructors such as Susannah Cotrone, Nicole Briggs, Jay Grimes, Keion Means, Juan Estrada, Carrie Samper, and Dana Santi.
Additionally, Rochelle has completed a mentorship program with Ascend Pilates, refining her ability to teach effectively and address the needs of each individual client. She remains committed to deepening her understanding of the Pilates method and continues to pursue ongoing learning opportunities. Her teaching style is characterized by a hands-on, engaging, and supportive approach, aimed at fostering a positive and encouraging environment for all her students.