OUR TEAM
Carly Macauley
Owner, SLO x FORM
Favorite XFormer Move: Side Leg Press with the Footstrap
Favorite Workout Song: Mainly upbeat electronic music from artists like Rufus Du Sol, Zhu, Polo & Pan, Emmitt Fenn, etc.
Hometown: Parker, CO
Favorite Workout Song: Mainly upbeat electronic music from artists like Rufus Du Sol, Zhu, Polo & Pan, Emmitt Fenn, etc. Parker, CO
My Class Is… Welcoming, thoughtfully programmed, challenging, motivating & taught with love. Whether you have been doing this for years, or never before, I got you!
Where You’ll Find Me on the Weekend: With my husband Ian (& our dog Keeks) either on our balcony in Morro Bay, in Paso wine tasting, at the beach, checking out a new happy hour, exploring the central coast, traveling, or at SLO x FORM!
Lauren Shannon
Favorite XFormer Move: Reverse carriage lunge with back kicks
Favorite Workout Song: Milkshake 20- Alex Wann Remix
Hometown: Born in Three Rivers Sequoia National Park, Raised in SLO
My Class Is… My class is not about speed but control. We build a “Fortitude Mindset” in every class with precision care of alignment. We share joy through our smiles and glances together. I always encourage you to push and hold your edge. I want everyone to feel accomplished and empowered when they leave class.
Where You’ll Find Me on the Weekend: On the weekends you will find me enjoying the outdoors always, whether it’s simply by the pool with my family and friends, at a sporting event or going to acommunity fundraiser at a local wineries plus trying to fit in a date night at a new restaurant with my husband please.
Kaitlyn Blakey
Favorite XFormer Move: Single leg squat
Favorite Workout Song: I love a good remix! Or anything Meg thee stallion, hip hop in general, and especially electronic music for megaformer.
Hometown: Keller, TX
My Class Is… FUN!!! :)
Where You’ll Find Me on the Weekend: Running around town with my husband and our dogs, on the trails, at the beach, enjoying a glass of wine or beers at TDNE or Shrine!
Hannah Morrow
Favorite XFormer Move: Straight arm crunch or mermaid
Favorite Workout Song: Any and all remixes!
Hometown: San Luis Obispo, CA
My Class Is… SPICY and energetic!
Where You’ll Find Me on the Weekend: Out in the sunshine!
Danielle Brummett
Favorite XFormer Move: Reverse Kneeling Inner Thighs (we love to hate it!)
Favorite Workout Song: I am currently loving Turn off the Lights by Chris Lake and Alexis Roberts, and anything from RUFUS DU SOL.
Hometown: I was born in SLO and raised in Arroyo Grande, CA. I just moved back to the area after 15 years away and am so excited to be back on the central coast!
My Class Is… Music-driven, grounded, and designed to help you push yourself out of your comfort zone. I am a firm believer that anything is possible with the right playlist, and my goal is always to ensure that my students feel inspired, supported, and challenged. Most importantly, I aim to make sure that every student walks away from my class feeling strong, empowered, and like they learned something new — no matter their experience level.
Where You’ll Find Me on the Weekend: You can typically catch me on my yoga mat taking a heated vinyasa class, outside with my pups and my fiancée, or checking out a local brewery with my family and friends (recs welcomed!!).
Taylor English
Favorite XFormer Move: Plank to Pike with push-up
Favorite Workout Song: Dirty Cash (Money Talks) by PAWSA
Hometown: Bend, OR
My Class Is… Energizing & Motivational. The one where your body is on fire! The slower we move the stronger we get. I want you to leave feeling challenged and proud of what you brought because…yes you can!!
Where You’ll Find Me on the Weekend: Outdoors hiking, camping, or by the beach attempting to surf! I love cooking family dinner with roommates and running Montaña de Oro every Sunday :)
Kiley Goode
Favorite XFormer Move: Reverse floor strap crunch - hurts so good!
Favorite Workout Song: Is always changing but right now, anything by Disco Lines
Hometown: San Luis Obispo, CO
My Class Is… Silly, spicy and sweaty!
Where You’ll Find Me on the Weekend: Outside, spending time with my boyfriend and doggies, grabbing a drink with friends and at SLO x FORM!
Chloe Weber
Favorite XFormer Move: Reverse kneeling crunch
Favorite Workout Song: I have a new favorite song every week but right now I am loving family ties and the way I are by Don Diablo
Hometown: San Clemente, CA
My Class Is… Fun, challenging and set to music that keeps you motivated!
Where You’ll Find Me on the Weekend: With my roommates at a coffee shop, at the beach, on a hike, etc
Madysen Howard
Favorite XFormer Move: Standing outer thigh!
Favorite Workout Song: Never be like you by Flume
Hometown: Tampa, FL
My Class Is… Encouraging, positive, and like an XFormer Pilates dance party!
Where You’ll Find Me on the Weekend: At a coffee shop, on a hike, or by the ocean! Or instructing XFormer Pilates at SLO x FORM on Saturday mornings!
Brittany Barthel
Favorite XFormer Move: Honestly, I love them all! But if I have to choose… kneeling inner thigh and plank to pike. It’s a total love-hate relationship, the best kind, right?
Favorite Workout Song: This is so tough, but I’ll go with Levels by Avicii. Actually, anything by Avicii. RIP to a legend.
Hometown: Fresno, CA, but I’ve been in SLO since 2009, so can I officially claim it yet?
My Class Is… Fun but fiery! Expect to get your booty kicked in the best way, stay motivated, and leave feeling stronger (and maybe a little sore). Shaking is a good sign, it means it’s working.
Where You’ll Find Me on the Weekend: You’ll find me soaking up the sun at the beach, hanging out with friends and family, or enjoying a glass of wine at a local winery.
Olivia Holtrichter
Favorite XFormer Move: Standing inner thigh!
Favorite Workout Song: Now It’s Gone - In Parallel
Hometown: Born in SLO… raised in a small mountain town near Tahoe!
My Class Is… High energy and dynamic, combining intensity with motivation to push clients past their current limits while keeping the atmosphere fun and uplifting!
Where You’ll Find Me on the Weekend: Anywhere outdoors from the ocean to the mountains! Or at the gym :)
Crystal Gallo
Favorite XFormer Move: All things plank, especially forearm plank to pike
Favorite Workout Song: We found love - Calvin Harris ft Rhianna
Hometown: Hudson valley, NY
My Class Is… Will set your core on fire while giving you the space to learn, grow and push past your limits!
Where You’ll Find Me on the Weekend: Training dogs, exploring the farmers market and hiking, biking, or playing volleyball with my favorite people
MEET THE OWNERS!
Carly Macauley
Carly grew up in Denver, Colorado, where her journey into fitness began early when she first stepped into a dance studio—a passion that evolved into a dedicated and competitive dance career throughout high school and college. Her first introduction to group fitness classes came during her time at Cal Poly, San Luis Obispo, where she found a love for movement in a variety of class formats. After college, Carly moved to San Diego, where she dove deeper into her fitness journey. In 2014, Carly discovered XFormer Pilates, which quickly captivated her. She was amazed by how her body responded after just one class, feeling a deep soreness in muscles she hadn’t engaged before. After a month of taking XFormer classes, she recognized significant changes in her body appearing more toned, lean, and strong in ways no other workout had delivered. The method was efficient, challenging, and incredibly empowering. She was hooked!
Driven by her passion, Carly practiced consistently and became a certified instructor, embracing the method and the lifestyle surrounded by it. She’s been teaching ever since—sharing the benefits of this transformative method while building connections and confidence with clients from all walks of life!
Throughout the years, Carly nurtured a dream— to open her own studio in San Luis Obispo. She and her husband, Ian, fulfilled their aspirations of making Morro Bay home in November 2024. It was time for Carly’s dream to become a reality! In April 2025, Carly founded SLO x FORM— a space created from passion, purpose, and community.
Carly couldn’t be more excited to welcome you to SLO x FORM—your new favorite fitness community, where every shake, sweat, and connection helps you feel stronger and more at home. She is beyond thrilled to cultivate an inspiring, empowering, and tight-knit community here at SLO x FORM—a place of genuine connection and support.
Ian Macauley
From an early age in Encinitas, California Ian has immersed himself in an active lifestyle. A former collegiate soccer player at UC San Diego, he’s spent his life moving—with passions that range from surfing and golfing, and everything in between is where he finds his active joy.
Ian is a dedicated Physical Education teacher and soccer coach where he inspires students to embrace fitness and the lifelong benefits of staying active. Now, he’s bringing that same energy to SLO x FORM—excited to be part of a method and vision that supports strength, vitality and longevity. Ian is proud to be a part of SLO x FORM alongside his wife, Carly!