Elizabeth Sturgis
Movement has the power to transform both body and mind, and I love helping others discover their strength, confidence, and potential through fitness.
About Elizabeth
Elizabeth’s passion for movement began during her studies at the University of Wisconsin–Stevens Point, where she earned a Bachelor of Arts in Dance. It was there that she was first introduced to Pilates, a practice that would become a cornerstone of her career. Shortly after graduation, she completed her STOTT PILATES® certification and began teaching Matwork and Reformer Pilates.
With a diverse background in dance and fitness, Elizabeth has spent years helping clients build strength, confidence, and body awareness through movement. In addition to Pilates, she has taught for several respected fitness programs, including Lithe Method, AIR Aerial Fitness, and Pure Barre. Since joining Pure Barre in 2010, she has become a Master Teacher Trainer for Pure Barre Corporate, a role she has held since 2015, mentoring and developing instructors across the country.
Committed to lifelong learning and professional growth, Elizabeth is currently expanding her expertise through NASM’s certification programs, pursuing credentials as a Certified Personal Trainer, Certified Nutrition Coach, Corrective Exercise Specialist, and Performance Enhancement Specialist.
Outside the studio, Elizabeth enjoys spending time with her husband and friends, working out, exploring antique stores, and trail running with her dog. She is deeply passionate about health and wellness and finds great fulfillment in helping others achieve their fitness goals and feel their best.

What Elizabeth's clients say
Real reviews from clients who train with Elizabeth at Pilates Franklin
Elizabeth is an incredibly gifted teacher. She is able to strike the perfect balance between encouragement and challenge - I always leave feeling stronger and energized. I’m always amazed by the way she keeps her classes interesting, changing up the routine week by week so that no two classes are the same. My daughter also loves her and has commented that Elizabeth always sees the best potential in her clients and helps each of us rise to our best selves.
Elizabeth pushes you to be the best version of yourself in class. She has helped me up my Pilates game tremendously over the past year. I’m so grateful to have her at Pilates Franklin!
If you want a personalized challenging and integrative Pilates session Elizabeth is beyond amazing. Her extensive knowledge from professional dancer to Pure Barre certification/instructor and STOTT Pilates certification ensures you will be challenged in core stabilization, RTC strengthening, glute/quad strengthening and much more. She pays attention to your form and gives correction/modification when needed. Even when you feel like u can’t finish the last 3 reps she encourages you to push through! I always look forward to what she brings to the table. Her beautiful bright smile and positive attitude is refreshing!
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