Portland : Pearl District

Dan Walton

Studio Blue

www.studiobluepdx.com

Dan’s energy is infectious! He knows how to bring out the best in students in his classes. He blends his own vision and life experiences into each lesson. Dan originated from the east coast where he was first introduced to wellness from his mother, who is a yoga instructor and reiki healer. Dan moved to the west coast to follow a career in the restaurant industry. After 11 years in restaurants Dan affirmed his place in the wellness field. Following his passion for pilates, he left the restaurant industry and opened Studio Blue in February 2007 with Angela, a long time friend. With four years of pilates experience, Dan is a certified pilates instructor and strives for continual learning and appreciation of the art under mentors such as Lavinia Magliocco. Dan is also pursuing a greater understanding of the yoga practice and various forms of dance.