Sherri R. Betz, PT

SHERRI BETZ, PT is a 1991 graduate of the Louisiana State University Medical Centers School of Physical Therapy. Sherri actually began her career as a national gymnastics competitor and as a Group Fitness Instructor and Personal Trainer for Nautilus Fitness Centers in the 1980's. Inspired by the work of a physical therapist in one of the clubs where she trained, Sherri began to pursue a degree in Physical Therapy.

Her love of movement education has been integrated into her physical therapy practice at a rehabilitative level and at a fitness level. Utilization of Pilates-based methods and Gyrotonic® with a specialty in the treatment of the pelvic girdle and manual therapy of the spine are integral in her practice as a Physical Therapist.

Selected to serve on the Foundation for Osteopososis Research and Education (FORE) Professional Education Committe, Sherri is involved in improving awareness about bone health. This committee reviews the latest updates in research and designs educational programs ans seminars for physicians and allied health professionals. She has developed an informational piece for FORE/American Bone Health on Fracture Prevention.

Sherri has developed programs for the San Jose Sharks Professional Hockey Team, nationally ranked pairs and singles figure skaters, and Elite-level gymnasts in their rehabilitation and in development of their Pilates-based training programs.

As a member of the American Physical Therapy Association's Women's Health Section, and Director of Physical Therapy and Exercise Programs for Heart to Hearts, Inc.: Empowering Women Through Education, she has developed Women's and Corporate Wellness Programs for ergonomics, exercise, osteoporosis, menopause education, cancer prevention, and stress reduction.

Sherri has been a Principal Educator and Examiner for Polestar Education since 1999 and is certified in Gyrotonic® and GyrokinesisTM. She has developed an advanced program in Osteoporosis Management for Polestar Education. Extensive research on the treatment and prevention of Osteoporosis and Osteoarthritis led to the development of The Osteoporosis Exercise Book: Building Better Bones, The Pilates for Osteoporosis Exercise Video, Prenatal Pilates, Dealing with Acute Low Back Pain, and Pilates for Seniors. She is working on a new video for rehabilitation.

She has recently published the The Osteoporosis Exercise Book: Building Better Bones, 2nd Edition with integration of Pilates and Physical Therapy principles and exercise modifications for those at risk for fracture.

Sherri is the Vice-President of the Pilates Method Alliance and has served on the Board of Directors since 2003, became PMA Pilates Gold Certified in 2005 and served on the PMA Pilates Certification Exam National Panel to improve the quality of Pilates Instruction.

Sherri's mottos and life goals are:

You can call 831-476-3100 or email sherri@therapilates.com to schedule an appointment with Sherri.

Kelly Otis, PT

KELLY OTIS, PT, is a licensed physical therapist, Polestar Pilates Rehabilitation specialist and PMA Pilates Certified teacher. As a young competitor in swimming, crew and cycling, Kelly was introduced into the world of physical therapy as a patient after several knee surgeries of her own. In 1990, she received her degree from the Northwestern University Physical Therapy program. From 1992 until 1999, she started and directed an outpatient clinic, Solutions Physical Therapy, in Fremont California. There, she worked closely with professional and college athletes, as well as respected doctors of orthopedics, neurology, internal medicine, osteopathy and chiropractic. In 1998, Kelly relocated with her husband and two boys to Scotts Valley.

Kelly's educational background in physical therapy includes courses in Maitland's spinal evaluation and treatment, McKenzie Spinal dysfunctions and derangements, Jackson's Sacroiliac Dysfunctions and Redwood Physical Therapy's Glenohumeral Dysfunctions. Furthermore, she has studied Upledger's craniosacral approach to restrictions of the dural tissue. Her background is strong in manual therapy and includes working with pre/post surgical rehabilitation and dysfunctions of all musculoskeletal areas.

As a physical therapist, Kelly's goal is to provide quality treatment, education and motivation with all her clients. Teaching movement and postural reedeucation with a comprehensive core and joint stabilization program, Kelly is dedicated to enable her clients to understand and work with injuries using Pilates methodology on traditional Pilates equipment and the mat. Helping others gain better control of movement in a functional and painfree way to stay physically functional and fit, Kelly focuses on a wholistic and self-empowered approach to rehabilitation and fitness.

You can email Kelly at kelly@andersolar.com or call Kelly at 831-588-4876 to schedule a Pilates Physical Therapy session!

Check the TheraPilates Group Classes page for Michele's Mat Class Schedule and you can call Michele to schedule a Private Pilates session at 831-476-3100!

Michele's Email: michele@therapilates.com