Three Words that Best Describe Joey’s Classes:
LIVELY
TOUGH
PULSE
Meet Joey, Senior Pilates Instructor at Citizen Pilates Houston
Joey is a former dancer and longtime Pilates practitioner with over fifteen years of experience in the method. Originally from Laredo, Texas, he discovered Pilates while studying dance at The University of Texas at Austin, where he earned his B.A. in Dance.
After graduating, Joey moved to Chicago, where he worked in arts administration while continuing to deepen his Pilates practice and understanding of movement, form, and body awareness.
In 2017, Joey relocated to Houston and quickly found his professional home at Citizen Pilates. What began as a client relationship evolved into a teaching career, and in 2019 he officially joined the Citizen Pilates instructor team.
Today, Joey is known for leading some of the most in-demand Pilates classes in Houston. His teaching style is motivating, detail-driven, and grounded in strong form and intentional movement. Clients appreciate his ability to challenge them while keeping classes engaging, thoughtful, and fun. Expect to work hard, move with purpose, and leave feeling stronger every time.