Radical Change Pilates & Wellness – Inclusive Pilates in San Diego

At Radical Change Pilates & Wellness, we’re redefining what Pilates looks like—and who it’s for.

While Pilates is often praised for building core strength and sculpting lean muscles, it's also been boxed in by narrow stereotypes. Mainstream marketing has led many to believe Pilates is only for the already-thin, super-fit crowd.

Let’s set the record straight:
You do not need a “Pilates body” to do Pilates. You just need a body.

A Studio Built on Real Stories, Real Bodies, and Real Change

Founded in San Diego, Radical Change Pilates & Wellness was created to challenge the outdated norms of the fitness industry. We saw a need for a space where every body is welcomed, seen, and supported—regardless of size, age, fitness level, or experience.

Our mission is simple:
Make Pilates accessible, empowering, and community-centered.

From your first class, you’ll notice the difference. Our instructors are trained to meet you where you are. There’s no pressure to perform, only encouragement to grow.

We’re Not Just a Pilates Studio. We’re a Community.

Consistency is key in movement—and in connection. Our clients don’t just show up for the workout, they return because they feel part of something. As you continue your journey with us, you’ll see the same friendly faces in class, building real relationships and shared progress over time.

What starts as a hesitant first class often becomes hundreds of sessions later, with a stronger, more resilient body—and a mindset to match.

That’s the Radical Change difference.

Why Choose Radical Change Pilates & Wellness?

  • Inclusive Pilates for All Bodies
    We welcome all shapes, sizes, backgrounds, and abilities. No experience required—just an open mind.

  • Supportive, Community-Based Classes
    You won’t just feel seen—you’ll feel supported. Our classes are built around connection and consistency.

  • Expert Instruction with Heart
    Our founder brings over 30 years of experience in fitness, wellness, and holistic health. With a diverse background in massage therapy, skincare, and multiple healing modalities, she approaches movement as a complete mind-body practice—not just a workout.

    She is a comprehensively trained STOTT Pilates instructor and the creator of our in-house Pilates Teacher Training Program, designed to educate and empower the next generation of mindful movement professionals.

    At Radical Change, our entire team blends the precision of classical Pilates with the innovation of contemporary and somatic movement. The result? A practice that’s safe, effective, and deeply holistic—and yes, it’ll challenge you, too.

  • Now Offering Virtual Pilates Classes
    Can’t make it to San Diego? Our virtual, on-demand studio launches June 2, 2025—so you can move with us anytime, anywhere.

Your First Class Could Be the Start of Something Big

We’ve helped hundreds of people transform—not just physically, but emotionally and mentally—through consistent, mindful movement in a space that feels like home.

Whether you’re looking to build strength, heal from injury, or simply try something new, you belong here.

📍 Visit us in Bankers Hill, San Diego
🌐 Join us online starting June 2025

Studio Director, Ella Astin

Bringing Passion, Presence & Play to Every Class

Originally from Baltimore, Ella has called San Diego home since 2019. Her journey with Pilates began unexpectedly—but it was exactly what she didn’t know she needed. As someone who lived in her head a lot, Pilates was the first form of movement that brought her fully into her body. It quickly became more than a practice—it became a calling.

In 2022, Ella enrolled in teacher training on a whim. What started as curiosity became a career rooted in connection. She fell in love—not just with the equipment and the practice itself—but with the opportunity to help people feel stronger, more present, and more at home in themselves.

Ella's passion for fitness goes way back to her teenage years, when she first discovered weight training. The gym felt like a playground, and her interests naturally expanded into nutrition and cooking. Although she originally set out to become a health teacher, life took her on a different path—earning degrees in education and ultimately bringing her full circle to combine her love of teaching with movement as a Pilates instructor.

As Studio Director, Ella brings warmth, depth, and a deep sense of purpose to everything she does. She’s passionate about creating an inclusive, empowering space where everyone feels welcome and supported.

When she’s not in the studio, you’ll likely find her hiking, swimming, or hanging out with her two dogs—soaking up all that San Diego has to offer.

Andrea and William Randolph

Andrea & William Randolph @Nickies on Haight St.

Meet the founders of Radical Change Pilates & Wellness

Where Movement Transforms More Than Just Muscles

Radical Change Pilates & Wellness isn’t just a studio—it’s a story. One of resilience, reinvention, and realizing a vision that began over a decade ago.

Back in 2013, co-founder Andrea Kane was leading a thriving solo massage and Pilates practice in Coronado, CA. Her clients included athletes from BUDs, SEALS, NFL, professional and amateur cyclists, pro baseball and more. Her clients also included executives, senators, teachers, moms, dads and retired folks who know that movement is life. But life, as it does, had other plans. After a total knee replacement at 48, followed by the other knee and two revision surgeries, a divorce, and a beautiful new chapter of love, the once “outrageous” dream of building a studio became a necessary reality.

Founded on Experience. Fueled by Change.

In May 2023, Andrea and co-founder William Randolph opened the doors to Radical Change Pilates & Wellness in Bankers Hill, San Diego. This isn’t your traditional Pilates studio. We blend the precision of classical Pilates with the intuition of somatic movement and a contemporary approach that welcomes every body—regardless of age, size, or fitness history.

Our space is more than a place to move—it’s a place to heal, connect, and evolve. We believe in honoring where you are, while gently guiding you to where you want to be.

Online Studio: Radical Change At Home

Not in San Diego? No problem. Our virtual, on-demand studio lets you access the Radical Change experience wherever you are. Whether you're on your living room floor or halfway across the world, you’ll feel the same warmth, depth, and community that defines our in-person classes.

For the Wellness Entrepreneurs: The Healed Entrepreneur Podcast

Launching June 2025

We’re passionate about movement—and the movement of wellness entrepreneurship. Our upcoming podcast, The Healed Entrepreneur, offers candid, practical conversations for wellness professionals ready to grow thriving, sustainable businesses without burning out. Because healing yourself shouldn’t come at the cost of your dream.

Expanding Our Vision: San Francisco, Here We Come

Opening October 2026

We’re growing—intentionally and boldly. Radical Change Pilates & Wellness (San Francisco) opens its doors in 2026, bringing our unique blend of mindful movement and inclusive community to the Bay Area.