Meet the Team
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Jaclyn Forester
DIRECTOR OF STRATEGY & TEAM LEADERSHIP
Owner of Niche Pilates Studio and fitness expert Jaclyn Forrester has designed a powerful instructor course that leverages more than a decade of teaching movement, 11,000 hours of teaching, world-class pilates training, and a degree in exercise science, health, and education. Jaclyn is proud to launch and offer this pilates instructor training that is practical and steeped in form, alignment, and anatomy.
Education: Jaclyn holds certifications with two internationally recognized Pilates instructor trainings. Master Instructor with Balanced Body and STOTT trained in Mat Level 1 and 2, Reformer Level 1 and 2, and Cadillac Level 1 and 2. She held a certification by the National Academy of Sports Medicine (NASM) for nine years, and she has completed the Registered Yoga Teacher 200 (RYT) training. In addition, Jaclyn attended and completed several conferences, workshops, and speciality trainings. For five years, she has hosted her own mentoring and apprenticeship programs. Creating the Niche Pilates Instructor Training program is a natural step for her as a movement expert and mentor. Through her education and years of experience, Jaclyn created this effective instructor training that is steeped in anatomy, form, and alignment. It is presented in a way that allows the student to absorb the detail of the practice and also inspires the student to make the craft their own.
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Caroline Belmont
NICHE INSTRUCTOR TRAINER, LEAD INSTRUCTOR & MANAGER
Caroline is a graduate of the Niche Pilates Instructor training herself and after over 1,000 hours teaching Pilates she is excited to share her experience with others. She is committed to holistic wellness beyond the reformer. Caroline is passionate about encouraging others to embrace balanced lifestyles by integrating mindfulness, nutrition, and self-care practices.
Education: BS in Nutrition, Certified Niche Foundations + Reformer Instructor, YTT200 Hr, Niche Instructor Trainee
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Sabrina Sabino
EDUCATION COORDINATOR
Sabrina's interest for movement started at a very young age in the ballet studio. She seamlessly integrated Pilates into her extensive ballet career, experiencing its transformation benefits firsthand. Now, with a wealth of knowledge and a passion for holistic well- being, Sabrina is dedicated to sharing the joy and empowerment that Pilates brings to all.
After years of benefitting from the Pilates herself she decided to look into starting her instructor training to help others. In the summer of 2021 she discovered Niche’s training program and was fascinated by how much more she could learn. Sabrina is inspired by Niche’s team of instructors that have a wealth of knowledge to learn from.
Sabrina is also a mother and understands the unique journey of postpartum and pregnancy fitness. Having returned to dancing after welcoming her baby, she is passionate about empowering other mothers. She looks forward to supporting and helping mothers feel their best during pregnancy and beyond.
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Savannah Slack
EDUCATION MARKETING COORDINATOR
Savannah relocated to Richmond from New Jersey six years ago to pursue her education at VCU. She majored in fashion merchandising and was a member of the Division 1 Women’s Lacrosse team. Graduating in May of 2022, she chose to remain at VCU to pursue her master’s degree in marketing, fueled by her love for Richmond.
Following her retirement from athletics, Savannah sought a new fitness routine. She discovered Niche and quickly developed a passion for pilates and its encompassing atmosphere. After joining the CET team for a few months over a year ago, Savannah felt compelled to delve further into pilates by undertaking Niche Mat Pilates Instructor Training followed by Niche Reformer Pilates Instructor Training. With her background as a lacrosse coach since high school, and a two-year captain at VCU, instructing came naturally to her. She is passionate about inspiring and helping others, aiming to empower them to feel as confident, strong, and healthy as she does through pilates.