Shawsu Workout Studio

V. K. Shelton

V. is a contract Pilates Instructor with Shawsu Workout Studio.

V. Kimbell Shelton has been teaching Pilates and yoga for over twenty years throughout the Bay Area and is certified through the PhysicalMind Institute of New York. A former professional modern dancer, V. has designed and coordinated Pilates programs for spas, coorporations and athletic clubs in Washington D.C., Aspen, Dallas, and Los Angeles. She has presented workshops and master classes throughout the United States.

Sarah Graves

Sarah is a Contract Pilates instructor at Shawsu Workout Studio.

Sarah is passionate about pilates!  She is a Balanced Body University certified pilates instructor teaching mat, small apparatus and reformer for individuals, small and large groups.  She has been practicing for 8 years and teaching for the past 3 years.  She is also an AFAA certified Personal Trainer and can create individual fitness plans that center around pilates principles.

Sarah has been active for many years as a cyclist, duathlete, and triathlete.  She met her husband of 17 years at Applied Materials (she has her MS in Metallurgical Engineering) and got engaged after her first century ride!  After several years of racing she realized she was less compelled to participate in sports competitively and more interested in teaching them…… to help spread the excitement one feels when being fit!  She started teaching spin classes back in 2003, and since has expanded her repertoire to include body sculpting, cardiosculpt, and pilates.

Gloria Wallen-Mendez

I thoroughly enjoy working out and continue to reach for a higher level of fitness.  This mindset keeps me strong and healthy – you could say I “walk the talk” and fully subscribe to the old adage of “if you don’t use it, you’ll lose it”. 

Being fit has always been priority for me because it’s FUN to FEEL GREAT!  I have been actively involved in athletics throughout my entire life, participating in team as well as individual sports.

 For me, the best part about being a fitness trainer is the opportunity to motivate and encourage lifestyle change!  I design specific, unique workout programs to help clients reach attainable goals.  Each workout session is challenging, effective and most of all fun!  My credentials include a B.S. in Physical Education and a M.A. in Exercise Science.  I am a certified group exercise instructor and master personal trainer with The American Council on Exercise (ACE), hold Pilates Reformer Level 1 and 2 certfications from The Pilates Coach and recently received an AA from Foothill College in Older Adult Fitness. 

 In addition to staying fit, I enjoy baking and participating in improvisational theatre.

Angelica Salgado

Angelica Salgado has been in the health, fitness and wellness industry for 8 years. She graduated from the National Holistic Institute in 2001 and is currently certified as a professional massage therapist, health educator and Pilates instructor. She focuses on a full body approach using both modalities to help her clients reach optimal results.  She believes everyone can achieve a stronger core, increased flexibility and correct body mechanics during workouts. 

 Angelica is a proud member of American Massage Therapy Association. 

 Angelica's goal is for all of her clients to leave her workouts feeling stronger, taller and refreshed.