Katie Dale
Owner, Instructor, 6 years
Hi, I’m Katie.
I’m the owner of HI // low charlottesville! The idea for HI // low came after years of being an athlete and a yogi. After a back injury put me out of commission, I searched high and low for an exercise routine that worked for me. Traditional pilates didn’t quite have the energy that I was looking for - but that’s when I found the Xformer. On this machine, I can get the high intensity workout that makes me sweat and makes my legs shake, but protects my joints.
I know the value of providing a workout that’s incredibly safe, while also being challenging, interesting, and totally badass. As someone who’s experienced traumatic back injuries, I’m no stranger to modifying workouts. No matter what background you’re coming from, the Xformer is a workout for you.
I have a background in medical illustration and currently have a “day job” at a local boutique in Charlottesville called Scarpa (come say hi!). My first step into the fitness world was through CrossFit, and since then I’ve taught at three Pilates studios over the past four years. My initial training was on the Lagree Megaformer. This style of strength training is the most valuable workout I’ve ever done and I can’t wait for you to join me here!
The real deal about Katie
Outside of HI//low, Katie's favorite workouts are boxing and hot yoga
You’ll find Katie in the Oglethorpe University Hall of Fame for her feats on the golf course
Katie’s ideal day off is spent on a sunny patio with Norman, friends, snacks, and a bottle of rose from Jefferson Vineyards
If Katie could have any superpower, she would choose teleportation
Katie is a Sagittarius, her rising sign is Aries, and her moon is Taurus… which should tell you everything you need to know