Meet Joel Crosby

Founder & Owner of Vitality Method Pilates | Founder of The Contrology Academy

Joel Crosby is the owner of Vitality Method Studio in Duluth, GA and Lawrenceville, GA, where for over 26 years he has been transforming lives through the authentic Contrology method of Joe Pilates. He believes that every body has the potential to unlock greater strength, functionality, and vitality through the original Pilates method.

With a mission to help people move smarter, feel stronger, and live with more energy, Joel has built two thriving studios that not only serve clients but also shape the future of Pilates education. His studios offer a yearly teacher training program and host advanced continuing education events, empowering instructors to refine their craft and expand their impact.

A graduate of The Work Master’s Program at Vintage Pilates with Jay Grimes (2016), Joel brings a deep, lineage-based understanding of Pilates to everything he teaches. He shares his expertise internationally, guiding instructors and clients alike to connect with the essence of the method.

For Joel, teaching is not just a profession—it’s a calling. Whether working one-on-one in the studio or leading workshops around the world, his passion is to inspire others to discover their fullest potential and experience the truly life-changing power of Pilates.

Certifications & Training

Graduate of The Work, the highly selective Pilates Master’s Program led by first-generation teacher, Jay Grimes
Power Pilates Comprehensive Certified
Studio Prime Comprehensive Certified
PMA Certified Pilates Teacher
Level 1 TacFit Field Instructor
Certified Personal Trainer
Redcord Certified Suspension Therapist
PRRT Level 1 Practitioner

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