About the Owner:  Studio owner, teacher trainer and senior Pilates instructor at urbancore Pilates & Fitness, Angela Carini has over 15 years of experience in dance, bodywork and holistic forms of fitness.

Angela fell in love with Pilates more than a decade ago while studying at Northwestern University, where she earned her bachelor's degree in dance. In 2005, she completed her mat and equipment certification through the Physicalmind Institute, and has since developed a loyal following of clients who appreciate her mind-body approach to health.  Angela is also a certified and well-known shiatsu instructor.

Types of classes offered at urbancore Pilates + Fitness: Private and Semi-private Pilates sessions, Pilates Mat and Group Equipment Classes, Core-based Cardio Classes and Pilates Bootcamp.

urbancore Pilates + Fitness

What makes urbancore Pilates + Fitness unique: We are a contemporary Pilates Studio staffed by the finest instructors in the city.  Our studio is a 1500 square foot timber loft close to public transportation and we offer free parking for clients.  We cater our classes and sessions to the unique needs of our clients and we welcome clients with injuries, pre and post partum, those new to fitness, seasoned Pilates clients, athletes and dancers.

Advice for first-timers: No shoes needed! Come with an open mind and a willingness to experience a complete mind and body transformation.

Angela's favorite things to do in Chicago: Bike along the lakefront, Millennium Park, The Art Institute, Wicker Park, and Bucktown for restaurants and shopping.

Did you know? Annie has an MBA, Allison has an extensive 80s music and video collection, Chris has completed several marathons, Sarah is a practicing PT of over 15 years, Angela is also a shiatsu and medical qi gong practitioner, and Meshelle can run a sub 3-hour marathon!