Meet Our Founder
After retiring as a professional ballerina, Banks brought her lifelong passion for movement into the fitness world. With over a decade of experience, she is comprehensively certified in both Pilates and yoga, and has worked with a wide variety of clients in rehab facilities, athletic training environments, and boutique fitness studios.
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Through these experiences, Banks cultivated her own method of Pilates - one that blends athletic strength training with nervous system regulation and intuitive movement. Her approach empowers clients to reconnect with their bodies, build resilience, and find joy in movement, creating lasting transformation both on and off the mat.
Your first class awaits!
Banks Cooney
Teaching style: Strength building, energetic, athletic
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Pilates background: I hold multiple certifications in mat and reformer Pilates.
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Outside the studio: you can find me in a tattoo shop, cuddling with my cat Frankie, or thrifting at any of Austin's vintage shops.
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I love: Rainbow Kitten Surprise, Alani Nu Witches Brew in a white glass, and hiking/nature
Mikaela
Lead Instructor
Teaching style: when you come to my class you feel seen, heard and leave feeling empowered!
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Pilates background: I’ve been a fitness instructor for over 7 years!
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Outside the studio: I am a social media coach. Having also been in the social media space for 7 years, I am so thankful to be a full-time “coach”!
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I love: going to an occasional rave, but balancing it with a wellness weekend with my friends
Arnold
Teaching style: mix classical Pilates with an athletic, feel-good flow—you’ll get a full-body sculpt, a great challenge, and a playlist that keeps you moving.
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Pilates background: Comprehensively certified through Balanced Body here in Austin.
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Outside the studio: I’m hanging with my kids, hitting some heavy strength training or spending time out at the lake.
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I love: wakesurfing and a nice hike.
Lo
Teaching Style: . Expect hip-hop, rhythm, and moments of grounding.
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Pilates Background: My movement background began Yoga Training, shortly followed by Reformer and Mat trainings.
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Outside the Studio: You can find me at Este for Happy Hour or playing with my Cavapoo Cosmo & Rottweiler Lady Bird
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I love: All things wellness, good food, good coffee, shopping, & spending time with friends and family
Hannah
Teaching Style: Dynamic, challenging, and fun
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Pilates background: multiple comprehensive certifications with Balanced Body and the Equinox
Pilates Training Institute
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Outside the studio: Go to the beach with my family, or watch my kids crush a dance competition
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I love: A good hair day, and a boujie restaurant with my husband
Anna
Teaching style: My classes focus on breathwork, form, and movements that challenge you—plus some elements from my yoga background!
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Pilates background: Before obtaining my Pilates certification, I began my movement journey as a 200-hour certified yoga teacher over five years ago.
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I love: doing anything with my friends, reading and sharing book recs, and lounging in the sun.
Sophia
Teaching style: spicy, fun, and efficient flow!
Pilates background: mat Pilates certified by Banks herself!
Outside the studio: I love swimming at Barton or playing pickleball
Emily
Teaching style: think athletic sculpt Pilates with a big focus on the music!
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Pilates Background: I completed Pilates training with Banks here at Haus of B to begin teaching Pilates and share my passion for fitness and building strength.
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Outside of the studio: I love to be on the lake, snow ski, hike with my lab - just about anything active… and of course the ATX restaurant and cocktail scene!
Larson
Teaching Style: a blend of the core foundations of Pilates and the deep mind/body connection of yoga.
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Pilates Background: I earned my first certification in 2019, with specialties in pre/postnatal training, 500 E-RYT hatha yoga, and breathwork.
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I love: slow mornings outside with my dogs
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Outside the studio: you’ll find me traveling the world with my partner, painting outback, or snuggled up with a good craft
Chloe
Teaching Style: Classical foundation blended with plenty of contemporary movements
Pilates Background: I first tried Pilates group classes in college, then got certified through the Equinox Pilates Training Institute in 2016.
Outside the studio: Find me playing with my two little boys, making quilts, or enjoying the sunshine with my dogs
I love: Coffee, time with friends, arts and crafts, and dog walks
Melissa
Teaching Style: athletic, challenging, and energetic
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Background: NASM Certified Personal Trainer and Equinox Pilates Mat Certified
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I love: my dog, an iced latte, and a hot sunny day on the water!
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Outside of the studio: I love trying new restaurants with my husband, margaritas with the girls, and long walks/runs on the trail!
Emma
My background is in social media marketing and interior design—which is actually how I met Banks, helping her remodel the studio. I grew up as a competitive cheerleader, but after a back injury, I had to find movement that supported my healing. You’ll often find me around the studio, behind the scenes on socials, or answering emails—be sure to say hi!