About Us

As the premier STOTT PILATES® studio in middle Tennessee, Pilates Franklin has been providing the “Gold Standard” in pilates education and instruction for over 8 years! Our mission is to provide clients with hyper-individualized programming and exceptional instruction that produces safe and effective movement in a friendly and approachable atmosphere. 

All of our Instructors are trained through the STOTT PILATES® method. They spend hundreds of hours in education courses and countless hours being mentored, practicing, studying and finally passing a rigorous written and practical exam.  Our team has over 24 years of experience helping clients achieve their goals and gain optimal functionality. 

We at Pilates Franklin believe pilates is for everyone! Our clients range from teens to those in their 90s. Pilates can assist in a rehabilitative process, challenge a highly trained athlete, or relieve stress and build neuroplasticity.  Wherever you are in your life, we can’t wait to have you in the studio!

Laura Hicks Foutz,
Co Owner, Lead Instructor

  • STOTT PILATES® Lead Instructor Trainer

  • STOTT PILATES® Certified Instructor

  • ZEN•GA® Qualified Equipment Instructor

  • PMA certified Instructor

Laura found the STOTT PILATES method while dancing professionally with the California Ballet in San Diego, CA. Later, while working at Inspire Health in Atlanta, Laura worked closely with physical therapists using the STOTT PILATES method in rehab and post-rehab settings. This broad experience lends her the ability to work with people at any end of the spectrum, whether recovering from injury, managing pain, athletic training or anything in between.

As an in-demand and sought-after STOTT PILATES Certified Lead Instructor Trainer, she teaches certification courses for Injuries and Special Populations, Matwork, Reformer, Cadillac, Chair, and Barrels throughout the southeast. When not at the studio, she enjoys outdoor adventures with her husband and sons.

Karen Garfield, RN, Lead Instructor/Mentor

  • STOTT PILATES® Certified Instructor

  • ZEN•GA® Qualified Equipment Instructor

Following 25 years in the healthcare industry, with leadership positions with General Electric Healthcare, Medtronic, Hill Rom, and SunCrest Home Health, Karen saw the clinical value of using Pilates to improve muscle strength without the same risk of injury of other exercise regimes.
A Wisconsin native, Karen holds a B.S. in Nursing from The University of Texas - Arlington. Outside the studio, Karen enjoys spending time outdoors with her dogs, horses, and family.

Jyl Ferguson, Lead Instructor

  • STOTT PILATES® Certified Instructor

  • ZEN•GA® Qualified Equipment Instructor

Jyl's breadth of movement experience includes strength training and other somatic practices. Her passion for health and fitness inspired her to begin her Pilates training in 2019 as an Apprentice Instructor. Jyl's dedication for whole body strength shows in her focus to guide clients towards reaching their goals.
Jyl holds a B.S. in Home Economics/Fashion Merchandising from Mississippi State University. When she's not training at the studio, you can find her hanging out with her two daughters, visiting family in her home state of Mississippi, or out for a power walk.

Aga Martin, Senior Instructor

  • STOTT PILATES® Certified Instructor

Aga started her movement journey after dealing with some long term health issues that left her with daily pain throughout her body. She sought out many different practitioners and instructors to help her heal. Working with Laura at Franklin Pilates gave her the strength she was looking for and eventually inspired her to become an instructor herself. Now she helps clients establish a relationship with their bodies while helping to alleviate pain and stress through the art of movement. Outside the studio she is a talented esthetician and loves spending time outdoors, singing, and dancing!

Megan Pinson, Co Owner, Senior Instructor

  • STOTT PILATES® Certified Instructor

Megan first discovered STOTT Pilates as a client of Pilates Franklin. Megan has always been passionate about fitness, and she is excited about applying her STOTT Pilates knowledge and sharing her enthusiasm with clients. Originally from southeast Louisiana, Megan has a B.S. in Child & Family Studies from the University of Tennessee, and is an extensive volunteer in the community. She enjoys oil painting, gardening, and spending time with her husband, her two sons, and their energetic dog.

Elizabeth Sturgis, Instructor

  • STOTT PILATES® Instructor

Elizabeth was introduced to Pilates while attending college at University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point for her B.A. in Dance. Shortly after graduation, she enrolled in STOTT Pilates certification and began teaching Matwork and Reformer. Elizabeth has danced professionally and maintained a long career in teaching fitness classes. In addition to Pilates, she has taught Lithe Method (Philadelphia), AIR Aerial Fitness (Charlotte), and Pure Barre. Elizabeth currently teaches Pure Barre and has been a Master Teacher Trainer for Pure Barre Corporate since 2015. She is passionate about all things related to health. She enjoys helping people discover a love for movement as well. When she isn't teaching, she loves spending time with her husband and dog, her friends, working out, and being outdoors in nature as much as possible.