Celebrating Black Female Entrepreneurs

BASI is more than a community of Pilates lovers. Our collective is filled with entrepreneurs and trailblazers. February, also known as Black History Month, we take this opportunity to share with you some fantastic Black entrepreneurs because Black-owned businesses matter today, this month and every day.

Pilates Studio Ghana

BASI Graduate Cida is bringing her passion for BASI Pilates to Ghana with The Pilates Studio Ghana. This beautiful space is tranquil and fully equipped with BASI Systems. When you walk through the doors, there’s no doubt you’re going to receive a fantastic full-body workout tailored just for YOU. Cida’s love for Pilates has taken her all over the world, learning from BASI’s global team of faculty. If you find yourself in the neighborhood, definitely book a session. Pilates Studio Ghana

KDW Apparel

This is one of the hottest athleisure wear brands created by the fabulous BASI Graduate Katina Weaver Walker. It’s beautiful how a love for movement and a love for Pilates can manifest in different ways, like creating a successful apparel business! And as Covid-19 struck the world, KDW shifted its gear to create beautiful and affordable face masks for adults and children, the company also donated masks to frontline workers. The BASI family is truly remarkable and we are so proud to call Katina Family. Do yourself a favor and visit KDW Apparel  

Fly Fit Lenise

Lenise Jay is an LA-based entrepreneur. She has combined a passion for movement and an affinity for circus arts into a unique and thriving enterprise. Not only is Lenise a highly sought after Pilates and aerial hammock/yoga instructor, but she is also an in-demand aerial performance artist who’s been featured in music videos and in national campaigns by industry leaders. It cannot go without being said that she has a personality of pure gold. In 2017 Lenise went through the ProBridge program with Rael Isacowitz and she’s been a beloved member of the BASI Family ever since. Check out the wide range of class offerings on her website www.flyfitlenise.com

Body Fit Brussels

Established by Eileen Larose, Bodyfit Brussels is a BASI Host Studio. She went through the BASI Pilates teacher training in South Africa and has studied with many BASI Senior Faculty. Eileen recently completed the Master II and is well on her way to becoming one of the dedicated few to have completed the BASI Legacy Program. All while being a mother of 5 awesome kids, traveling the world, and creating a thriving Pilates business. BodyFit Brussels is fully equipped with BASI Systems and open to the public and it also Hosts BASI educational programs. https://www.bodyfitpilates.be

Epiphany Pilates 

Located in beautiful Fairfax, Virginia, Eurona Tilley has created a studio and community based on holistically improving wellbeing.  Established in 2014, Epiphany Pilates offers a wide range for services including massage therapy, nutritional support, and reflexology. It has been voted “Best Pilates Studio” since 2015 and Eurona has been voted Best Pilates Instructor 4 years and counting! Specializing in pre and postnatal wellness Epiphany Pilates offers both virtual and in-person classes. Not only did Eurona receive her Pilates teacher training through BASI, her studio hosts BASI educational programs and is fully equipped with BASI Systems.  Eurona is also passing her love fitness on to the next generation. Her daughter Arianna joined Epiphany Pilates’ well trained team as a Teen Barre instructor! See all the amazing things happening at Ephiphany Pilates