About Us
Mission + Vision
Beyond Fit
At Beyond Fit, we blend the timeless foundations of classical Pilates and Barre with the latest in movement science and education. Our mission is to teach with clarity, train with purpose, and move with meaning.
We’re cultivating a supportive, well-informed community of movers and instructors who value precision, creativity, and whole-body wellness. Through thoughtful training and authentic connection, we’re building a movement culture that strengthens, uplifts, and inspires—both on and off the mat.
Colleen Ketchum
OUR FOUNDER
- Gymnast + Stunt Double
- NETA Partner for Barre Teacher Training
- Nation Wide Pilates Teacher Trainer
Colleen has been leading people through movement for over 20 years, teaching Pilates and Barre across the U.S. and internationally. Her approach blends classical technique with a modern mindset—making movement education feel smart, accessible, and built for how we live today.
Her journey into wellness started with gymnastics, led to a degree in science, and continued with a career as a research scientist right out of college. That analytical lens deepened her understanding of how the body works—and eventually led her to explore it through a more physical path. Colleen also spent time as a stunt performer in film and television, where knowing how to move with precision, control, and awareness wasn’t optional—it was essential.
Today, she’s the founder of Beyond Fit Studio and Beyond Fit Learning, where she trains future teachers in Pilates, Barre, and Reiki. Her programs are made for real people with full lives—whether you’re building a new career, adding a side hustle, creating wellness content, or leveling up your own practice. Everything is designed to help you succeed with confidence and clarity, no matter where you’re starting from.
Colleen’s work has been featured in Pilates Style, Shape, Marie Claire, Well + Good, Teen Vogue, Family Circle, The Boston Herald, and more. In recent years, she’s expanded her teaching to include Reiki, offering students a way to explore energy work alongside physical movement.
Her teaching is thoughtful, real, and rooted in experience—built to help you find your voice, refine your skills, and share what you love.
Ety Deutsch
Collaborating Partner
Ety, founder and owner of The Pilates Club in Middletown, NY, has dedicated her life to the transformative power of Pilates. Originally established in 2022 as The Pilates Club Westtown NY, Ety’s studio has grown to become a trusted space for people of all fitness levels seeking strength, balance, and flexibility. With over two decades of both teaching and personal practice, Ety’s expertise in Classical Pilates shines through every session, whether she’s guiding beginners, advanced practitioners, or those with specialized needs.
Ety began her Pilates journey in 2004 and has since built a reputation for her deep knowledge, commitment, and personalized approach. Her sessions combine technical precision with a supportive, motivating environment, helping clients of all backgrounds reach their potential.
In addition to her work in Pilates, Ety is a successful entrepreneur and wellness advocate. She created Life Juice, a 100% cold-pressed raw juice company, which retailed in major outlets like Target and Williams Sonoma nationwide. As a mother of two amazing sons, she brings a unique blend of warmth, and practical insight to her practice. Read more…