Exploring Life & Business with Jharde’ Johnson of GRND. Pilates By Jharde’

Today we’d like to introduce you to Jharde’ Johnson.

Hi Jharde’, it’s an honor to have you on the platform. Thanks for taking the time to share your story with us – to start maybe you can share some of your backstory with our readers?
I was introduced to Pilates a few years back and completely fell in love with the practice. I have been active all my life but Pilates taught me the true importance of control. Gaining the mastery of your mind over the complete control of your body is one of its biggest benefits. I decided to get certified in 2020 during the pandemic and have been teaching ever since. During this time, I was living in Los Angeles where I would take classes at local pilates studios throughout the city. Every class I have taken, I was ALWAYS the only black person. There is a huge lack of diversity in the field of Pilates. It is such a powerful practice that can positively impact people’s minds, bodies, and entire communities. Pilates is truly for everybody but that is not reflected in the homogeneous composition of the field. Pilates is a popular practice in a lot of major cities such as Los Angeles, New York, Miami, etc., but there is an entire market in Atlanta that needs to be tapped into. It was in this moment that I decided to move back home to Atlanta and create a space for Pilates that is accessible to our communities. There is nothing else I would rather do than spread the magic of Pilates with you guys.

Can you talk to us a bit about the challenges and lessons you’ve learned along the way. Looking back would you say it’s been easy or smooth in retrospect?
The road has not been easy since I have started GRND, but it has been absolutely worth it. I am a strong believer in purposefully moving. There has been numerous and unexpected obstacles but I have learned to adjust and keep going. When you move with purpose, the blessings that flow to you will always outweigh the hardships that come your way. God has made the vision for GRND crystal clear, I am just here doing the work.

Alright, so let’s switch gears a bit and talk business. What should we know?
My name is Jharde’ and I am the founder and lead instructor at GRND. Pilates by Jharde’. GRND is a virtual Pilates Studio that offers numerous virtual classes and private training. We also offer monthly in person pop up classes in the city of Atlanta. GRND is not your traditional Pilates class, we combine the Joseph Pilates method with lightweight training, resistance work, and cardio into one effective workout. Our high intensity/low impact classes will improve your flexibility, strengthen & tone your muscles, and increase core strength. Our mission is to provide classes that allow our clients to learn and understand their bodies through controlled movements.

How can people work with you, collaborate with you or support you?
We are always open to collaborating and working with our community. You can contact us via email at GRND.pilates@gmail.com or through our website at www.grndpilates.com.

Contact Info:

• Email: GRND.Pilates@gmail.com
• Website: www.grndpilates.com
• Instagram: @grndpilates