Meet Your Partners
Kari Kraft, Owner
I have been teaching group exercise and personal training since 1998, becoming certified through ACE as a Group Exercise Instructor, Personal Trainer, Medical Exercise Specialist, and Corrective Exercise Specialist. Over the years I have also become certified in multiple fitness formats. In 2010, I completed certification for Pilates Mat and Apparatus Teacher through Pilates Physical Mind Institute. My extensive knowledge about body movement and corrective exercises has helped me and my clients bring more balance and stability to our bodies through Pilates exercises. Our personalities make everyone feel welcomed and comfortable. Each client receives individualized attention. Whether you are new to exercise or an experienced athlete, InSPIRE Studio is a great place to train! EVERY BODY can benefit from Pilates! My mission is to improve the quality of life of my clients as well as my own. I truly believe Pilates is the best foundation to help our bodies become and remain efficient and strong.
Megan Henderson
My fitness career started in 2011 when I graduated as a Health Fitness Specialist along with becoming a NASM certified Personal Trainer, NETA Group Fitness Instructor, NETA Kettle bell instructor and TRX Suspension Training Certified. With my growing clientele base I also wanted to ensure that I was able to help with the nutritional side of healthy living which led me in 2016 to become Certified as a NASM Fitness Nutrition Specialist. Exercise has been a passion of mine for as long as I can remember, I have always loved to run and strength train, then in 2015 the world of Pilates was opened up to me and I knew that this was something that could help my clients and myself immensely. I first became certified through the YMCA, then in 2018 I completed Peak Pilates level 1 certification. Pilates has become an exercise staple in my life because I have personally seen imbalances corrected and deep abdominal muscles strengthened in myself and my clients. My professional and personal goal is to make all bodies I work with feel able and confident to complete their individualized physical exercise program as well as making it a priority to feel mentally and spiritually strong every time they leave their session with me.
Carla Barziza
Movement has always been a huge part of my life. Growing up a dancer, I performed, choreographed, and spent many years teaching dance. My dance background includes ballet, tap, jazz, and pointe. I was also a Kilgore College Rangerette, which opened many opportunities for performing and coaching. After spending a few years staying home with my family and living abroad in Norway, my passion for movement was reignited. Discovering Barre and Pilates was a game changer for me. I am again channeling my love of teaching. I am currently instructing Barre, and actively working on my Pilates teacher training through Balanced Body.
Nan Martin
I consider myself a health and fitness enthusiast. Having always loved group fitness as a way to exercise and be with like-minded people, I started participating in classes many years ago and fell in love. Since then, I have become a licensed Zumba instructor, an American Council on Exercise certified Group Fitness Instructor and Fitness Nutrition Specialist. I’m excited to continue my training and plan to complete my 200-hour Yoga certification this fall. I care about teaching classes that are well planned, inclusive, safe, and effective. Teaching puts me in my “happy place”, knowing that I am helping others on their life’s journey in keeping fit and active!
Marie Schell
Hi! I’m Marie - I am a fully certified personal trainer and group fitness instructor. I just recently started my journey with fitness in the past year after graduating from High Point University in North Carolina in December 2021. On the weekends you can find me working at Rockwoods, spending time with my family, or enjoying the outdoors. My favorite thing about what I do is seeing how people transform both mentally and physically when they incorporate exercise into their lifestyle. Regular exercise isn’t just created for your body, it’s also going to help you feel happier, more optimistic and give your more energy and being able to see that change in individuals every day is what drives my desire to continue learning and teaching.
Chandra Miller
Hi, I'm Chandra! I began dancing at the young age of 3 and leaped into Professional Classical Ballet training at 8 years old in Minneapolis. I had the pleasure of training and performing with The Joffrey Ballet, Milwaukee Ballet and Ballet West among other companies throughout my ballet training. I attended the University of Utah and graduated with a Bachelor of Fine Arts Degree, Majoring in Ballet. After college, I moved to Southern California, where I worked in management and executive assistant roles at companies such as Hulu.
After working in corporate careers for several years, I decided it was time to set aside my corporate desk job and get back to my love of movement. I continued my passion for Pilates by becoming a Certified Comprehensive Pilates Instructor through Balanced Body in Mission Viejo, CA under Master Instructors Kelly Leonardi and Viktor Uygan. I have taught in boutique studios and Physical Therapy settings in Orange County, CA.
I've recently moved back to Minnesota and am excited to join the Pilates community at InSPIRE! I loves to share my passion for movement and helping clients of all ages achieve their personal wellness goals. Pilates is for everybody!
Jill Ruone
Hi there, I'm Jill Ruone, and I'm thrilled to be on this journey with you toward optimal well-being. As an ACE Certified Group Fitness Instructor and ISSA Certified Nutritionist, I've dedicated myself to the pursuit of holistic health. But that's not all—I've also earned Certifications as a Consultant-level Behavioral Coach and a Certified Life Coach because I believe that true wellness encompasses mind, body, and spirit.
My approach is all about empowerment and effectiveness. Whether I'm leading a dynamic, fun, and effective fitness class or providing personalized 1-1 nutrition coaching, my goal is always the same: to help you live your best life from the inside out. You can count on me to bring energy, excitement, and a laser focus on goal attainment to every session.
So, if you're ready to embark on a journey of transformation—one that celebrates your uniqueness and empowers you to thrive—then let's team up and make it happen. Together, we'll discover the joy of living life to the fullest, one workout, one meal, and one goal at a time.
Abigail Renteria
Hi! My name is Abigail Renteria! I believe my love for Zumba started around age 4 when I would watch the movie Selena on repeat and sang along to the songs in Spanish (without knowing Spanish-haha). Fast forward 10 years, I was invited to my first Zumba class and I had the opportunity to dance cumbia, bachata, salsa and merengue- I was so excited to hear the music again and to incorporate exercise into something I loved so much.
10 years later, I learned to dance all of these styles of music with my husband and deepened my love for Latin music of all kinds. I lived in a town where Zumba classes were nowhere to be found, I decided enough was enough and if I wanted to attend a Zumba class I was going to have to teach it.
Now I love seeing firsthand from my class members - and experiencing myself - how this type of workout can change your attitude for the day, for the week, for the year. I would love to see you in class and share the joy.
In my free time I enjoy hiking, Mexican food, and dancing with my husband and my son.