
BURN PILATES AND STRENGTH TRAINING
Meet The Team

Founder & CEO
Don Francis

Founder & CEO
B.A., Balance Body comprehensively certified, NCPT Certified, NASM CPT, Biomechanics specialist, PN1 Nutrition coach.
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Dianna is the wife of a Naval Aviator stationed at NAS Lemoore, she loves to share her passion for human movement with clients and those looking to become instructors. Dianna was a colligate Cross Country athlete and has been teaching Pilates for 7 years and Training for 7 years.

Tech Lead
Ashley Jones

Lead Instructor, NASM Certified CPT, Reformer Certified
Crystal is one of our lead instructors at Burn Pilates and has been teaching for the past three years. As an early member of the team, she played a key role in helping our founder, Dianna, bring Burn Pilates to life. Crystal teaches Reformer, mat, and strength classes, and also leads sessions at Burn Strength.
She is currently pursuing her PhD in Clinical Psychology with a specialization in health psychology, with academic interests in teaching, research, and psychological assessment. Crystal blends her evolving expertise in behavioral science with her passion for movement, offering classes that support both physical strength and overall well-being.
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Office Manager
Tess Brown

Lead Instructor, Reformer Certified

Product Manager
Lisa Rose

Originally from Southern California, Jessica has embraced the Central Valley as her home for the past 15 years. She is nearing completion of her Balanced Body comprehensive Pilates certification, complementing her existing 200-hour Yoga teacher certification, and Barre certification. Her journey in movement practices began over a decade ago when she was first introduced to Pilates, Yoga, and Barre at a local studio, sparking an immediate passion. In her teaching, Jessica emphasizes mindful movement, showing up for one’s self, and the development of both internal and external strength. Her primary goal is to create a safe, inclusive space where all participants feel welcome and supported in their practice. She’s grateful for the guidance of two exceptional mentors that have shaped her teaching journey. You will see her on the schedule teaching Reformer, Mat, Yoga Sculpt, Tower, and Chair classes at our studios. Join Jessica for any of her classes and you will leave feeling balanced, supported, and challenged.

HR Lead
Kevin Nye

Certified Instructor
I am currently a student at Fresno State University. I am hoping to pursue a career in Physical Therapy. I am majoring in Nutrition for my Bachelor’s degree. I am on track to graduate Spring of 2027. I am super passionate about helping people move their bodies through every season of life. I believe that movement is medicine. Everyone benefits from even a small amount of exercise implemented into their day to day lives! I love to teach Pilates, there are so many great benefits to practicing it, especially the increased core strength. I love to lift weights and run in my free time. I am currently training to run my first full marathon. I love to push my body and my mind to new limits everyday. I am fully certified in Mat and Reformer Pilates, through Balanced Body. I also have training in Chair and Tower Pilates as well. I am currently working on finishing my strength training certification. I hope to see you in class!

Customer Support Lead
Alex Young

Certified Instructor
Shelby Cole is a passionate Pilates instructor-in-training, dedicated to empowering others through movement and wellness. Currently honing her skills with Balanced Body, Shelby is acquiring the teaching hours necessary to become a certified instructor. She has immersed herself in various Pilates disciplines, including Reformer, Mat, Chair, Cadillac, Tower, and Barre. Her diverse training equips her to offer a well-rounded and engaging experience for her future clients in all fitness levels. She believes that Pilates goes beyond physical fitness; it nurtures the mind-body connection, fostering confidence and resilience. With her enthusiasm and dedication, Shelby is ready to empower others on their wellness journeys, encouraging them to embrace their strength and cultivate a healthier lifestyle!

QA Specialist
Andrew Cole

Yoga sculpt certified; Burn Reformer Level 1, 2, and 3; Balanced Body Mat Pilates 1
Originally from Scottsdale, Arizona, Michelle is the wife of a Naval Aviator stationed at NAS Lemoore. She began her journey in the fitness world as a yoga sculpt instructor in 2019. Since then, she has completed training in Reformer levels 1, 2, and 3, as well as mat pilates level 1. Michelle joined the Burn team in April of 2024. She teaches our yoga sculpt and reformer pilates classes, and is also part of the studio admin team. Michelle has always had a passion for fitness; she absolutely loves our Burn community and getting to instruct our clients!

Content Strategist
Debbie Green

For the past 15 years, yoga has been a sanctuary for Alona, offering a space of balance, strength, and peace. With over a decade of teaching experience and a 200-hour certification from LEVITYoGA, Alona invites students to explore the depths of their practice, both on and off the mat. Committed to holistic well-being, Alona incorporates various modalities into her teaching, including Barre Intensity, Trauma-Informed Yoga, Yin Yoga, Restorative Yoga, and Cupping Therapy. Currently, Alona is pursuing a certification in Balanced Body Comprehensive Pilates, further enriching their offerings to nurture the mind, body, and spirit.

Product Manager
Alissa Rose

Strength & Sculpt
With a background in sports medicine and athletic training since 2017, Bryanna brings both expertise and passion to every session. She holds a group training certification and has a strong foundation in strength training, combining form, function, and intentional movement to help clients feel stronger from the inside out. At Burn, she coaches strength and sculpt classes, creating empowering, results-driven workouts that build confidence and balance.

Product Manager
Alissa Rose

Certified Instructor
I am a former Division I and professional soccer player turned Pilates instructor! I’m originally from North Carolina and have enjoyed exploring what the west has to offer. Athletics has been my passion for as long as I can remember! It’s been a blast merging what I’ve learned through soccer with what I continue to learn in Pilates. I’ve been instructing since 2023 and am comprehensively certified for Reformer, Mat, Springboard, Chair, Trapeze Table/Cadillac, Spine Corrector, and Magic Circle.
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Founder & CEO
Don Francis

Born and raised in Austin, Texas, Ashley has spent the last half decade working alongside industry leaders in health and wellness. While earning her degree in Nutritional Sciences at the University of Texas, she helped advance personal training and rehabilitation techniques using neuromuscular stimulation technology, supported Division I athletes in sports performance and nutrition, and contributed to research under a top expert in dietetics.
A NASM-certified personal trainer with additional certifications in neuromuscular stimulation technology, Mat Pilates, and Reformer Pilates, Ashley has worked with clients across all ages and skill-levels, from professional athletes to rehabilitation patients. Her passion lies in blending multiple movement modalities to help every client feel at home in their body and empowered in their everyday life.

Founder & CEO
Don Francis

Strength

Founder & CEO
Don Francis

Mat Pilates

Founder & CEO
Don Francis

Reformer

Founder & CEO
Don Francis

Front Desk - Client Relations

Founder & CEO
Don Francis

Studio Manager