West Coast Nominees

Faye Li

My name is Faye Li, and I am a Pilates studio owner and movement practitioner based in Vancouver, BC. I am nominating myself for the West Coast Director position because I believe deeply in Pilates as both an evolving practice and a growing professional field in Canada. I have worked within the industry long enough to witness its strengths, its gaps, and its immense potential. As a studio owner who works primarily one-on-one and one-on-two, I see every day what clients truly need from this profession: clarity, integrity, and consistent standards. I also see how much the public relies on us for rehabilitation, strength, longevity, and well-being and how urgently our industry needs unified, transparent guidance. Pilates in Canada is at a turning point. We can choose to solidify a meaningful foundation for growth, or continue allowing inconsistent training, outdated standards, and a lack of public education to define the landscape. I believe the next generation of instructors, clients, and studio owners deserve something stronger, clearer, and more unified.

What I bring to this position:

• Integrity: My work is rooted in client-centered care, evidence-informed movement, trauma awareness, and long-term professional development.

• Collaborative leadership, I lead a team of instructors and work closely with other movement practitioners. I prioritize communication, transparency, and creating environments where instructors feel heard, supported, and valued.

• Knowledge of the field, working directly with clients while running a studio, gives me insight into the real issues instructors face: accessibility, inconsistent training quality, public misconceptions, competition with unregulated certifications and trends, and the gap between rehabilitation and movement.

• Commitment to diversity in Pilates I believe multiple lineages and approaches can coexist under a shared standard of excellence, safety, and ethics.

A forward-facing vision My goal is to support the establishment of meaningful, transparent standards that elevate the profession, protect clients, and ensure instructors across Canada, especially the upcoming generation, have a profession they can thrive in. I am passionate, pragmatic, and deeply invested in seeing Pilates in Canada evolve into a profession that is respected, accessible, and grounded in integrity. Thank you for considering my nomination. I look forward to contributing to the growth and future of our profession.

Jenny Lee

I am submitting my interest for the West Coast Director position with CPMS. As a Pilates educator and multi-studio owner with international training and experience, I am committed to supporting the growth, professionalism, and unification of the Pilates community across Canada. Having trained and taught in both Korea and Canada.

I bring:

• A multicultural perspective that has shaped my approach to education, leadership, and community building.

• This blend of experience allows me to understand diverse learning styles, instructor needs, and client expectations across different cultural backgrounds.

• At ReJen Pilates, I oversee instructor development, education programs, client experience, and community partnerships.

Through these roles, I’ve seen firsthand how strong standards, ethical leadership, and collaborative communication can elevate the profession and create sustainable career pathways for instructors. I believe these principles align closely with the mission of CPMS. I am passionate about contributing my experience to CPMS as it continues building a unified and respected national platform for Pilates professionals. If selected as West Coast Director, I aim to amplify practitioner voices, strengthen regional connections, and support initiatives that advance education, inclusivity, and the growth of our industry across Canada. Thank you for considering my nomination. I look forward to contributing meaningfully to the future development of CPMS.

Liam Lavelle

Please accept my submission of interest for Western Director of CPMS. I have extensive experience with non-profit societies and was a founding member of the Pilates Association of Canada (1991 2001)