Meet Our Team
Owner and CEO
Kelly Plunket
Kelly Plunkett is the Owner of Core Fit Pilates LLC and a Certified Pilates Instructor of over 15 years of teaching experience. Kelly is a native Wisconsinite and Kelly's background includes Personal Training, Fitness Competitor, and working at various gyms and Pilates Studios. Kelly has practiced and taught Pilates in various gyms in Las Vegas, NV and in Wisconsin. Kelly got her first Pilates certification with DK Body Balancing at UNLV, and furthered additional certifications at IMX Pilates, and worked as an Independent Contractor at a private Studio. Kelly competed at NPC fitness competitions, and understands the commitment of a regular fitness routine. Kelly embraced Pilates as her chosen method of exercise after her son was born. Having the post-natal personal Pilates experience has shaped her fitness career and focuses on helping others in their Pilates Practice.
Pilates Instructor and Physical Therapist
Liz Carr
Liz has completed a 500 hour comprehensive training course including mat, reformer, chair, and springboard through Club Pilates. She has been an apprentice teacher for 1 1/2 years. Liz has also been a physical therapist for 25 years. She has worked in a variety of settings including acute care, outpatient clinics, skilled rehab and assisted livings. Liz’s teaching style uses classical and contemporary Pilate’s exercises to strengthen the entire body improving the mind body connection.
Pilates Apprentice Instructor
Erika Opel
​Erika is excited to pursue her passion for Pilates through the Core Fit Pilates Apprentice Training Program. Erika fell in love with Pilates nearly a decade ago while living in San Diego. As a dancer from a young age, she was drawn to the way Pilates uses similar principles to strengthen, tone, and stretch the body. Erika has a Bachelor of Science in Radiation Therapy with a minor in Biology from UW-La Crosse. Erika looks forward to combining her pilates practice with her medical background and overall passion for wellness. Erika strives to lead classes that are fun, effective, and challenging. When not in the studio, Erika is either working as a radiation therapist or enjoying time with her husband and two young children.
Pilates Apprentice Instructor
Carolyn Culea
Carolyn Culea- began training in Pilates as a teenager and became drawn to Pilates during her extensive career as a professional dancer and instructor as a method for cross-training and maintaining core strength. She earned a Bachelor of Fine Arts in Dance from the University of Minnesota-Twin Cities as well as a Master's in Business Administration from Concordia University-Mequon. Carolyn is certified 200 hour E-RYT in Yoga and specializes in performance and instruction of ballet, tap, jazz, barre workout, modern, contemporary, hip-hop, lyrical, and Irish Dance. She has also competed at college-level dance team with the Minnesota Premier Dance Team - University of Minnesota. Carolyn is a multi-time National Champion in Dance and thrives on her fierce passion for the LOVE of dance and inspiring others to be their best self! Meant to move, Carolyn is currently artistic director @KennedyDanceCompany, as well as devoted wife and mother to 3 children. She loves to spend her free time with her family and friends, playing tennis, golf, and pickleball and volunteering for the performing arts and non-profit industry regionally.
Pilates Apprentice Instructor
Betsy Fallon
Betsy began her Pilates journey at the start of the pandemic when she was seeking a new exercise routine that could provide both mental and physical health benefits. Over the past four years, her Pilates practice has become a cornerstone of her physical and mental well-being. In 2022, she relocated to Cedarburg from Chicago with her husband and son. Betsy is a former elementary school teacher with a master’s degree in teaching and leadership. She dedicated 24 years to education before transitioning to a role in development at a local school. Now, as a Pilates apprentice, she's eager to expand her skills and can't wait to start teaching classes and sharing her passion with others
Pilates Apprentice Instructor
Mary Kate Essad
​Hi my name is Mary Kate Essad. I am excited to be a Pilates Apprentice at Core Fit Pilates. I live in Germantown with my husband and two young children. I have a background in Irish Dance. I have Irish danced for over 12 yrs. I had the opportunity to compete in Feis, participated in performance troupes and was an instructor as well. Irish dance is a perfect fit with Pilates. It helps with balance, coordination, stamina and the mind and body connection. I am excited to incorporate my experience with Irish Dance and the love of Pilates with everyone at Core Fit. I look forward in meeting everyone soon.