Cathy Woods joined Kolesar Studios in the spring of 2006 after she completed her apprenticeship with Lara Kolesar. Cathy decided to use Pilates to achieve balance and reduce the stress in her life.

Cathy continues to work full time as a Manager in Information Technology. She lives with her husband Dean in Longmont with their 3 dogs. She has a stepson serving in the United States Marine Corps. stationed in Iraq.

When she isn't teaching or working at her office Cathy enjoys spending time with family and friends and taking motorcycle rides in the beautiful Colorado mountains.