Samantha Gipson

Pilates Instructor

Samantha Gipson is a passionate fitness professional and the founder of Cultivate Retreats and Cultivate Pilates Teacher Training. With a background in Pilates, strength training, mobility, and body positivity, Samantha has been teaching since 2015. After overcoming personal challenges with body negativity and exhaustion in the fashion industry, she turned to holistic fitness to heal. This led to the creation of her fitness and wellness company, which emphasizes self-love through movement and nourishment.

In 2025, Samantha launched her own small group Pilates Teacher Training program, sharing her knowledge and empowering others to teach with a focus on mindful movement and body confidence. Her classes, both in-person and online, range from private sessions to group classes and fitness retreats, all designed to make you feel strong, rejuvenated, and confident.

Samantha’s teaching philosophy integrates Pilates, strength training, and mobility work with a body-positive and holistic approach. Whether you’re looking for a workout or a wellness retreat, Samantha’s intuitive and inclusive approach is for Every Body.