Our Story

Where Movement Meets Meaning

The Tree of Life team is brought together by purpose, Pilates and a shared passion for helping clients realize their fullest potential. 

Catherine Byron - Founder

The Vision
Behind Tree of Life Pilates

A method shaped by years of experience, practice and refinement.

Tree of Life Pilates is the culmination of over 35 years in the fitness and movement industry. Throughout my career — from New York and New Jersey to Florida — I’ve witnessed countless fitness trends come and go, each promising quick results, yet often leaving bodies imbalanced, overworked, or injured.

From the aerobics era to spin, yoga, weight training, and modern gym culture, I’ve had the privilege of working with people of all ages and abilities, learning firsthand what truly supports long-term health. These experiences shaped a deeper understanding of how the body moves, adapts, and heals — and ultimately inspired a more thoughtful, balanced approach to training.

Tree of Life was created from that journey — blending classical Pilates principles with modern movement science to restore balance, build strength, and support the body for life. It’s not about trends or intensity for intensity’s sake. It’s about intelligent movement, purposeful programming, and helping clients create a solid foundation for a life filled with purpose.

Our Purpose

Tree of Life was created to share what Pilates has taught us about the human body—how thoughtful, balanced movement can support people in building a strong foundation for their health. Every aspect of our programming is guided by the Tree of Life Method, designed to care for the whole person through intelligent, intentional movement and an ongoing commitment to educating our clients about how and why the body moves the way it does. We believe our greatest responsibility is to the people we serve, and our vision is to provide a calm, supportive space where clients feel guided, respected, and cared for—today and for years to come.

Our Leadership

Tree of Life Pilates -Team- pilates trainer and studio owner- Catherine Byron

Catherine Byron

Founder

Tree of Life Pilates -Team- pilates trainer and studio owner- Catherine Byron

Ashley McAtee-Sawyer

Studio Manager

Tree of Life Pilates -Team- pilates trainer and studio owner- Catherine Byron

Debbi Voight

investor & partner

Our Studio Team

Tree of Life Pilates -Team- pilates trainer and studio owner- Catherine Byron

Catherine Byron

Tree of Life Pilates -Team- pilates trainer-Melissa Fitzpatrick

Melissa Fitzpatrick

Tree of Life Pilates -Team- pilates trainer- Melisa Feustel

Melisa Feustel

Tree of Life Pilates -Team- pilates trainer- Danielle Hayden

Danielle Hayden

Tree of Life Pilates -Team- pilates trainer- Ruth Raposa

Ruth Raposa

Tree of Life Pilates -Team- pilates trainer- Beth Chatkin

Beth Chatkin

Tree of Life Pilates -Team- pilates trainer- Tracy Springman

Tracy Springman

Tree of Life Pilates -Team- pilates trainer- Diane Desir

Diane Desir

Tree of Life Pilates -Team- pilates trainer- AUDREY BARBARE

Audrey Barbare

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Created with purpose, for you.

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