My Story
I'm Shanna Hein, founder of SHINE Pilates. SHINE was born from a deeply personal journey—one shaped by struggle, resilience, and transformation.
After the birth of my twin boys in 2004, I experienced a sudden 70-pound weight gain. Despite countless attempts to find answers, my condition was repeatedly misdiagnosed by traditional doctors. It wasn’t until I joined a local health club that I finally discovered the root cause: Hashimoto’s Thyroiditis, an autoimmune condition often overlooked.
Over the course of two years, I began healing—through the guidance of personal trainers, registered dietitians, and Pilates instructors. I embraced holistic wellness: nutrition, supplementation, hydration, rest, strength training, and eventually, Pilates. Together, these elements didn’t just transform my body—they put my autoimmune condition into remission and helped me reclaim my life. My weight dropped from over 205 pounds to under 140. But more importantly, I found a new path—one rooted in purpose.
My journey as a mother—especially with one son on the autism spectrum and both facing health challenges—taught me how easy it is for women, especially moms, to put themselves last. I know what it feels like to lose yourself, and I also know what it takes to find your way back.
Encouraged by friends and mentors, I became certified in Pilates and personal training. I went on to complete all three levels of Comprehensive Certification through Peak Pilates, the diamond standard in the field. I later earned my DMI (Discover, Move, Inspire) Master Certification, training under Nancy Hurd, a 2nd-generation classical instructor directly trained by Lolita San Miguel, the last living elder of Joseph Pilates himself.
When the world shut down in March 2020, I took a leap of faith. I turned my home into a studio—first two reformers in my bedroom, then three in my living room. Word spread quickly. Through connection, consistency, and care, I built a loyal client base that grew even during the pandemic. By 2022, SHINE Pilates moved into our first commercial studio on Bell Boulevard, where we proudly serve the Cedar Park community today.
Why SHINE Is Different
We’re not a one-size-fits-all studio. At SHINE, we specialize in small group classical Pilates that’s deeply personalized. Whether you're navigating injury recovery, autoimmune conditions, postnatal challenges, or simply looking to feel stronger, more aligned, and confident—we meet you where you are.
Our instructors are Peak-trained and DMI-certified, equipped with both the education and the empathy to guide your journey. We’ve helped clients overcome everything from frozen shoulders to lumbar fusions, body image struggles to breast cancer recovery.
Our Promise
At SHINE, we don’t just teach Pilates—we teach people. Every body is unique. That’s why we train the body in front of us with passion, purpose, and presence. No intimidation. No ego. Just real transformation.
QUALITY.
CLASSICAL.
PERSONALIZED.
WELCOMING.
Welcome to SHINE Pilates—your space to rise.
Meet The Team
Shanna Hein
Owner & Level 4 Peak Certified Instructor
Shanna is the founder of SHINE Pilates and a Level 4 comprehensively certified Peak Pilates instructor. Her journey into Pilates began through personal transformation—overcoming Hashimoto’s Thyroiditis, significant weight gain, and years of misdiagnosis. Inspired by her own healing, she built SHINE as a space rooted in empathy, expertise, and empowerment. Shanna is trained under 2nd Generation Master Instructor Nancy Heard and holds a DMI Master Certification. She’s passionate about helping others reclaim their strength, mobility, and confidence through classical Pilates with purpose and precision.
Veronica Ethridge
Master Instructor, Level 4 Peak Certified
Veronica brings nearly 20 years of experience in group fitness and over 13 years of personal training expertise. She holds certifications in Pilates, yoga, strength training, and more—including ACSM Personal Training and Peak Pilates Level 4. With a degree in Exercise & Sports Science, Veronica teaches everything from classical Pilates and therapeutic yoga to kickboxing and SUP yoga. As a FitCore™ Master Instructor, she’s passionate about guiding others through powerful mind-body fusion workouts using the reformer, chair, and tower.