Bodywise

Specialties

Bodywise of Elk Rapids, Michigan has been serving customers in Personal Training and Massage Services for over 13 years. We also offer fitness classes in Pilates, Gentle Yoga, Prana Vinyasa Flow Yoga, Zumba Fitness, and Weights & Abs as well as some kid’s fitness in the winter months.

History

Established in 2002.

We started as a Pilates Studio in 2002 with the Cadillac, Reformer, Wunda Chair and small equipment private training. Before long, we had several classes a week ranging from Pilates and yoga to kid’s dance and gymnastics. We moved to our current location in 2008, a completely remodeled historical building on Bridge Street. At that time, we added Massage Services and products including health products and locally made goods. We continue to see growth in our classes and services. Over the years, we have been happy to serve the beautiful community of Elk Rapids and the special people here.

Meet the Business Owner

Judith W.

Business Owner

Judith graduated from Michigan State University Honors College with a degree in Humanities and a Dance Specialization. She was a member of the international group, Up with People as a Principal dancer performing nationally and internationall including the 1996 Olympic Welcoming Ceremonies. She taught and studied dance in New York City for two years. There she became a Certified Movement Analyst from LIMS and a Certified Pilates Instructor from the PhysicalMind Institute. After moving back to her hometown, she founded bodywise in 2002. Since 2009 she has been a ZIN member and has obtained licenses in ZUMBA Basic 1 & 2, ZUMBA Pro-​Skills, ZUMBA Gold, ZUMBA Kids and ZUMBA Sentao. In 2013, Judith became certified with the Aerobics and Fitness Association of America (AFAA) and First Aid CPR AED Certification. Judith is currently studying in-​person and online with Shiva Rea in the style of Prana Vinyasa Flow Yoga. Judith strives to inspire a healthy body inside and out.