Our Team
Meet Yael Arbel
As the founder of Balance Pilates, Yael Arbel bridges the gap between everyday fitness and clinical movement. With over 20 years of Pilates expertise and more than a decade of experience in physiotherapy, she brings an unmatched level of clinical depth to the Redmond community. Since 2019, Yael has cultivated a premium, boutique space centered entirely on precision, joint safety, and uncompromising care.
Yael views Pilates as a functional blueprint for lifelong health. This specialized medical background makes our studio the premier destination for new students looking to build a resilient core, as well as a trusted extension for local medical partners. We collaborate closely with area physiotherapists who require a seamless, expert-led environment for their clients' post-rehab recovery, injury prevention, and long-term physical maintenance.
Meet Melanie
Melanie brings a deeply personal passion and fresh dedication to the Balance Pilates team. Currently completing her comprehensive Pilates Teacher Training, Melanie’s belief in the method stems from her own transformative journey. Returning to the practice as a mom, she experienced firsthand how this low-impact movement system could powerfully rebuild core strength, restore structural balance, and safely reconnect her with her body.
Melanie is the perfect fit for anyone looking to establish a resilient physical foundation, particularly mothers returning to fitness, postpartum individuals, or those seeking to move with greater ease and less daily stiffness. Backed by the expert mentorship of Yael and the Balance Pilates clinical framework, Melanie ensures every client receives mindful, attentive guidance. Her sessions prioritize precision and alignment, helping you confidently understand your body and stay active for life.
Meet Erica Wildes
Erica brings a unique blend of clinical expertise and athletic conditioning to the Balance Pilates team. With six years of dedicated Pilates experience and five years of weight training, she deeply understands the intersection of muscular strength and deep core stability. Outside the studio, Erica serves as a full-time ICU nurse—a heavy clinical background that fuels her profound passion for helping others heal from illness, recover from injury, and protect their longevity through proactive self-care.
Erica champions Pilates for its immense restorative power and its unique ability to be tailored to any fitness level. Her coaching emphasizes high precision and mindful movement to help clients build a resilient physical foundation. She is the perfect fit for anyone navigating post-rehab maintenance, individuals looking to balance heavy strength training with joint safety, or healthcare professionals managing the physical toll of long shifts.
Movement Insights & Education
Explore our latest resources on functional health and long-term vitality. From mastering the foundational progressions of Level 1 and Level 2 Pilates to discovering the deep, science-backed benefits of the method, our blog is your guide to moving with precision, purpose, and confidence.
