Our mission statement is simple:
Build a place of balance with a wide range of adult and children's classes.
About Buff & Flo
Buff & Flo is a boutique fitness studio founded in March of 2019. The original functional fitness studio to combine and offer Yoga, Barre, Strength and Pilates is located in the heart of Orchard Park. In early 2024, we fully renovated our newly purchased Main Studio at 3385 Orchard Park Road, transforming it into a bright, spacious, and state-of-the-art wellness destination. In 2026, we opened our Satellite Studio at 3716 North Buffalo Street in Orchard Park. We are excited to open our Larkinville Studio at 799 Seneca Street in Buffalo coming in Spring 2026.
Upon entering the Main Studio, you'll find a welcoming check-in area and thoughtfully curated retail space. From there, the studio flows seamlessly into three beautifully designed rooms—each tailored for a specific practice: yoga, barre/fitness, and Pilates (apparatus). We're proud to be the only infrared-heated yoga studio in Western New York, offering a cleaner, more therapeutic heat that supports muscles and joints without the added humidity.
Every aspect of our studio was created with you in mind. We’ve designed a space that prioritizes convenience, comfort, and intentional movement, allowing you to focus on your practice with ease. Every square foot has been carefully considered to offer a peaceful and purposeful experience from the moment you arrive.
We provide all essential props, including blocks, straps, and bolsters. For class, we recommend bringing a water bottle and a yoga mat when applicable. Please wear fitted, moisture-wicking workout attire for optimal comfort. Be sure to check the class descriptions for specific footwear guidance—whether barefoot, grippy socks, or sneakers are needed.
Meet Your Instructors
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Operations Manager [Yoga]Certifications:
200 RYT
Barre Intensity
Prenatal Yoga
Gabrielle is a Buffalo native yoga and barre instructor. Her yoga journey started in 2008 as a way to condition for running. Growing up in dance made the style of vinyasa yoga a perfect pair. Her passion of yoga grew while working in Baltimore and helping create international yoga retreats, and obtained her 200hr RYT in 2016 in Baltimore, MD.
After becoming a yoga instructor and teaching power yoga, she created a yoga program for paraplegics at Kennedy Krieger Institute in Baltimore while training in trauma related disabilities and movement therapy.
Moving back to Buffalo in 2018 while starting a family, allowed her to bring her new knowledge and passion to the studio. Her power yoga classes are centered around synchronizing mindful movements that help you better understand your control over the physical and mental bodies.
To deepen this understanding, she obtained barre training in 2020 and recently began schooling for physical therapy.
A mother to two young boys at home (3 & 10months!) Opened the doors for Buff & Flo's Mommy & Me classes, as well as prenatal classes, to happily create a community and space for mothers and mothers-to-be!
The love for adventure is still ever present and she began co-creating yoga retreats for Buff&Flo and eager to create more for the years ahead (stay tuned!).
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Instructor [Barre]Certification:
200 YTT
Prenatal Yoga
Ashley began yoga as a way of coping with the physical demands of college athletics. What started as an occasional class for stretching became a regular practice—evolving into a path of self-discovery and self-acceptance. For Ashley, yoga is all about gratitude, and using breath and movement to connect with your body. Ashley completed her training in the Fall of 2017 with Yogis in Service and continued to teach a weekly class for YIS at a facility for addiction recovery. As a high school teacher, she loves to tap into the tools of yoga to help adolescents learn to deal with the stress of life. She emphasizes treating your bodies and minds with care. Her classes focus on alignment and movement with integrity—all while trying to feel the poses from the within.
After the birth of her first son, Ashley participated in prenatal yoga training with Love in Motion Yoga. Since the birth of her second son, she has been working on reconnecting to her body through strength training in addition to her yoga practice. She likes to do circuit training, TRX, and is learning more about Pilates through classes at Buff & Flo.
Outside of the studio, Ashley loves to hang out with her family, cook and eat, travels whenever she can.
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Instructor [Barre]Certification:
Barre Intensity
Brittany is an energetic and passionate barre instructor. She is trained through Barre Intensity. Brittany comes from a background in competitive dance and cheerleading, so fitness was instilled in her at a young age. Brittany believes everyone is capable of doing HARD things, as long as you show up and believe in yourself.
Brittany's goal is to motivate her clients both mentally and physically. She believes it is so important to challenge not only the body, but the mind throughout each workout. Brittany will help you improve your technique and tone your body with her creative and challenging choreography.
When Brittany isn't teaching barre or working out in the gym, you can find her in her classroom teaching kindergarten or spending time with her family!
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Instructor [Barre, Pilates]Certifications:
International Ballet Barre Fitness Association
Classical Pilates Education
Caitlin is Southtowns born and raised. Growing up in Hamburg, she graduated from Frontier High School, headed down the street to Hilbert College for a Bachelors Degree in Business Administration and now lives in the heart of the Village of Hamburg. Having done gymnastics from a young age through high school, she has always leaned towards workouts that use our body's weight over weights and machines at the gym. Barre and Mat Pilates provides the desired body weight workout while also strengthening that mind body connection giving you time on your mat to focus on you.
All levels welcome; we guarantee you'll feel those muscles working and booty's burning no matter what prior experience you have!
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Instructor [Strength, Pilates]Certifications:
CPT, International Sports Science Association
400 Hour, Classical Pilates Education
Cassidy holds both a bachelor's and master's degree in education and has been teaching since 2021. She is excited to blend her expertise in education with her enthusiasm for fitness!
Growing up in Rochester as a competitive dancer, she cultivated discipline, creativity, and a deep appreciation for the joy of physical expression. These experiences sparked her journey into education and fitness, where she continues to inspire and empower others.
Her time as a client at Buff and Flo further solidified her love for the fitness community, and she is now excited to join their team.
At Buff and Flo, Cassidy is dedicated to creating an inclusive and uplifting space where clients of all fitness levels feel motivated to reach their goals.
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Instructor [Pilates, Barre]Certifications:
200 Hour, Stott Pilates
Barre Intensity
After dancing her whole childhood, Cortney started teaching fitness classes at age 19. Her love for movement lead her to complete the 200 hour certification in Pilates. She continues to use this training to help keep clients safe and challenged. In 2022, she added Barre to her fitness repertoire. Cortney loves blending unique and challenging core exercises into her classes to give clients that burn. She's looking forward to teaching Reformer Sculpt, which incorporates both Pilates mat, reformer and barre exercises.
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Instructor [Yoga]Certification:
200 Hour YTT
Diane first practiced yoga using Rodney Yee’s AM/PM Yoga dvd and occasionally took a yoga class at the gym. These classes always gave her a good stretch, but she usually put them to the side in favor of running or mountain biking. It wasn’t until Diane moved around the corner from the original Buff and Flo in 2021 that she discovered the mindful movement of a heated power flow. After her first class with Kelsey, she was hooked. At first she didn’t know the poses, but she kept showing up to grow her practice. Every teacher at Buff and Flo shaped her journey toward completing a 200-hour vinyasa flow teacher training during the summer of 2024. And now she’s ready to give back to the yoga community that celebrates personal growth on and off the mat.
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Instructor [Yoga]Certifications:
500 RYT
Jessica brings over a decade of experience in teaching yoga, offering a wealth of knowledge and compassion to her classes. Certified in Vinyasa, Hot 26 & 2, Yin, Prenatal, Partner, and Kids Yoga, her approach to teaching is rooted in balance, breath, strength, and alignment. Each class is crafted to create space for connection—both within yourself and with the community around you.
In addition to being a dedicated yoga instructor, Jessica is a certified Somatic Breathwork Practitioner, sound healer, Reiki practitioner, and spiritual wellness retreat leader. Her holistic approach helps students cultivate mindfulness and tap into their physical, emotional, and energetic well-being.
As a mama of three, a Birth and Postpartum Doula, and a luxury travel designer, Jessica deeply understands the importance of creating supportive, nurturing environments. She brings this same care and intention to her Prenatal Yoga series, empowering expecting parents to connect with their bodies, breath, and growing babies.
Jessica's classes are accessible, uplifting, and designed to meet you where you are—whether you're deepening your practice, preparing for birth, or simply seeking balance in your busy life. Join her and discover a space to grow, heal, and thrive.
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Instructor [Pilates]Certifications:
Zumba
Balanced Body
200 Hour, Classical Pilates Education
Jen's journey into fitness is rooted in her lifelong passion for dance. It was her practice and performances that instilled a deep appreciation for movement and wellness.
Jen brings a diverse range of skills and expertise to her classes, including a strong belief in injury prevention. Trained extensively in techniques to safeguard against injury, Jen ensures that each workout is effective and safe for participants of all levels.
During the day, Jen is an elementary school teacher. When she's not shaping young minds or leading invigorating workouts, Jen can be found on cheering at the sidelines of her children's sports fields. She enjoys running, biking, hiking, and exploring new destinations.
With her infectious energy, commitment to injury prevention, and holistic approach to wellness, Jen is ready to inspire and empower you on your fitness journey. Join this Orchard Park native for a class and discover the joy of movement!
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Instructor [Strength]Certifications:
AFAA Group Fitness Instructor & Personal Trainer
Kara began her fitness journey in long-course triathlon, completing her first full distance Ironman at Ironman Lake Placid. A longtime group fitness participant, she began teaching in 2002 after being invited to instruct spinning at Gold’s Gym. Over the years, Kara expanded into strength and yoga-based classes, with a strong focus on body mechanics, balanced strength, and movement symmetry.
Outside of the studio, Kara is co-owner of Salon 187 in Orchard Park, working as a nail and waxing specialist.
Kara loves supporting people at all stages of their fitness journey and is excited to bring her experience and energy to the Buff & Flo community.
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Instructor [Pilates]Certifications:
Balanced Body
400 Hour, Classical Pilates Education
Jill's background in public health ignited her passion for health and helping others. After finding Pilates 12 years ago, she took the leap to become an instructor knowing she could incorporate these passions while also adding her love for fitness. Jill completed her Pilates training in reformer, mat and apparatus through Balanced Body and has been instructing locally for 9 years. Finding ways to add different props and equipment to her classes is her favorite way to spice it up!
When Jill isn't teaching Pilates, you can find her at home on her farm with her husband Dan and their 3 beautiful kids. Jill also loves to travel with her family to explore new cities, eat locally, read and enjoy a good glass of wine!
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Instructor [Yoga]Certifications:
200 YTT
Kate grew up in East Aurora having a passion for movement through dance and yoga. She fell in love with yoga in college, and deepened her practice in Bali & Sarasota, FL where she completed her yoga teacher training. Kate teaches a strong & powerful flow that promotes everyone to feel like the best version of themselves.
Having recently moved back to EA this summer, Kate found Buff & Flo and felt at home with the community.
Outside of the studio, Kate enjoys traveling, skiing, running, playing tennis, cheering on the Bills, and spending time with family. Kate's full-time career is in medicine/surgery, but she's a yogi at heart - It grounds her, and reminds her of how grateful we can be for the simple joys in life. Kate is looking forward to sharing her passion for the practice with everyone in the community!
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Instructor [Pilates]Certifications:
200 RYT, Sanctuary for Yoga
300 RYT Ayurvedic Wellness
600 Hours, Classical Pilates Education
Jill grew up in Buffalo, NY but left after completing her Master’s Degree in Social Work. She was blessed with the opportunity to live in Hawaii and travel to the Pacific and Asia. These experiences opened her eyes to different cultures and spiritual practices. After leaving the islands, and moving to Tennessee, took the next step in shaping and advancing her interest in Yoga. She completed her 200 hour teacher training in 2012 at Sanctuary for Yoga in Nashville, TN with hopes of integrating it with her work as a child and family therapist. Seeking more knowledge, she then completed a 300 hour teacher training with a specialty in Ayurvedic Wellness (one of the world’s oldest whole-body healing systems).
Jill is the mom of an amazing young man, Alexander, who has been the best teacher. He motivates her to want to be a better person, someone he will admire and model himself after.
She loves all things spiritual. She loves nature, meditation, and chanting. She is not flexible - physically speaking - so she has to work at it, accepting and surrendering to the challenges of the asana practice. Jill loves yoga because it helps her to show up fully for life, to evolve - to see things differently and explore her greater self.
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Instructor [Pilates, Barre]Certifications:
Classical Pilates Education
Barre Intensity
Prenatal Pilates
Kailey was born and raised a proud southtowner. She works full time as a Dental Hygienist but found her passion for instructing fitness in her postpartum journey in 2022 with Buff & Flo. Kailey became certified with Classical Pilates Education during the studio's in person training with Nationally recognized master trainers. She completed her beginner, intermediate and advanced certifications and test outs in mat Pilates. She also is certified with Barre Intensity to lead effective Barre classes. Kailey obtained a Pilates TRX certification to round out her expertise. Clients love that she likes to take the fundamentals and add some flare during her classes!
When she is not working she is enjoying the outdoors with her husband and 3 kids.
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Instructor [Yoga]Certifications:
400 Hour, Classical Pilates Education
Barre Intensity
200 RYT, Moksha Yoga Amozonica
Deeply intrigued by meditation from an early age Katherine has always been a student of the mind/body connection. Unable to find a yoga studio that felt like home after relocating to Buffalo, she became a running coach with a side focus on teaching private meditation sessions. In 2019, she discovered yoga again, lost 100 pounds through the pandemic and found the path back to teaching. Her passion is sharing the gift of yoga, meditation, wellness, and joyful movement while encouraging every single person as they move through their unique journey. She holds an RYT200 from Moksha Yoga Amazonica in Peru for Vinyasa & Yin. She also has certification in Ayurvedic Self Care, Yoga Massage, Chair Yoga, Barre Intensity, Meditation, and most recently achieved her Certified Personal Trainer certification from NASM.
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Instructor [Yoga]Certifications:
200 RYT
400 Hour, Classical Pilates Education
Katie discovered yoga 16 years ago while living in Boulder, Colorado. After a sweat-filled hour, she was hooked. She completed her trainings with Core Power Yoga in Colorado and began to teach shortly after. She loves sharing yoga with students while they discover their own power. In her class, expect to be met where you are and find grounding through breath-to-movement rhythm you can take off the mat. Katie believes the movement is the medicine and practicing with your community is so powerful. She is excited to be part of the Buff & Flo community.
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Instructor [Yoga]Certifications:
200 Hour RYT
Barre Intensity
Classical Pilates Education
Kelsey's yoga journey began in 2016 when one of her first yoga experiences turned into a gut-punch of enlightenment. Leaving class that day feeling deeply inspired, connected, and fueled to dive deeper into the possibilities of uncovering more of the goodness of yoga.
Kelsey is trained in a variety of styles of yoga including vinyasa flow, bikram, and prenatal yoga. She is also trained in barre and mat Pilates. She loves to create and guide unique classes with playlists that can take you deeper into your practice, and yourself. Her intention for every class she teaches is to hold space for her students to show up exactly as they are. She hopes that every student who comes to her class can find something in themselves that they needed that day, and keep coming back for more.
Instagram: @gurujeanbuffalo
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Instructor [Yoga]Certifications:
200 YTT
Kerri began her yoga practice in 2012. Coming from a dance and movement background in high school, she wanted to find a way to reconnect with her roots through college. Her roommate brought her to her first yoga class and Kerri was immediately drawn to it – the connection, the energy, the variations in everyone's practices, all of it. She has been regularly practicing ever since.
Kerri completed her yoga teacher training through The Practice Buffalo. This practice has changed and shaped her life in so many beautiful ways, and she wants to create a space in class for others to have their own experiences on and off the mat. Her approach for her personal practice and classes is, ‘You can take your practice as seriously as you want, but that doesn't mean you have to take yourself too seriously'.
Outside of teaching, she works as a Senior Operations Manager and loves having movie nights with her cats Raspberry, Andie and Franklin.
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Instructor [Yoga, Barre]Certifications:
300 RYT
Barre Intensity
Kit is a certified yoga instructor through the Baptiste Institute's Journey Into Power 200+ hr training and she is a graduate of Level One where she studied directly under the institute's founder, Baron Baptiste. Since teaching yoga, Kit has discovered barre to be the perfect complement to her practice and has completed a comprehensive training through Barre Intensity in 2024. Kit knows the power of a practice, a good sweat, and likeminded people moving together. Come find a flow. Come find a challenge. Come find strength — in more ways than you expected.
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Instructor [Yoga]Certifications:
200 YTT
Restorative Yoga
Kid Yoga
Rachna brings her peaceful essence to the studio, guiding students through a motivating, revitalizing, and strength building practice. Her classes focus on integration of breath, alignment of the body, and quietude of the mind. She concurs that this practice becomes essential in the whirlwind of life, bringing us back to balance. For Rachna, teaching and practicing yoga is pure JOY. She loves to share the practice of yoga with children, teens, and adults alike. With over 20 years of practicing and 13 years of teaching, Rachna continues to learn, share, and connect with others.
Outside the studio she enjoys skiing, hiking, cycling, cooking, traveling, reading, poetry, creating mandalas, and other free forms of art. "Yoga is the emergent light that shines into your soul and radiates out into the world. It is a sacred dwelling inside your heart where mind, body and spirit become the essential harmony of your soul. Yoga is a promise of beauty blossoming every day." -Rachna
Rachna Clerici teaches Vinyasa, Restorative Yoga, and Hatha classes. She also teaches Kids and Teen Yoga.
Certifications: 200 hour Essential Yoga at Open Sky 2006, 200 hour Essential Yoga at Open Sky 2016, "Relax and Renew Restorative Yoga" Judith Lasater 2008, Rainbow Kids Yoga 2011, Continuing Yoga Education and Workshops
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Instructor [Yoga]Certifications:
200 RYT
Barre Intensity
Seeking out more understanding for the mind, body, & spirit has always been an adventure. Growing up, Robin was always searching for a connection. A connection to the magic of the world. Robin had been a very active child and teenager growing up. There were many times she questioned universal love and how one could truly find that divine love and light through self, and how to make an authentic creative connection in her own way to others.
On her 24th birthday, she hopped on a plane solo to Koh Phangan, Thailand where she received her RYT 200 hour Yoga Teacher Training for Ashtanga Vinyasa Mysore Primary Series. She became certified through All Yoga Thailand in November, 2016. Since then, she has continued her education in fitness and wellness. She is now certified in Yin Yoga, Buti Yoga and Barre Intensity.
Two of her favorite quotes are:
"Yoga is about stilling the turbulence of consciousness."
- Patanjali"Strength doesn't come from what you can do. It comes from overcoming the things you once thought you couldn't."
Robin's devotion to her own practice, as well as teaching has developed into a constant desire for learning and growing. This has led her to a deeper understanding in how one can connect to their own practice and student.
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Instructor [Yoga]Certifications:
Barre Intensity
Kids Yoga
Sarah Fallon discovered her love for yoga when she was a teenager and continued this love throughout college and into her adult life. After giving birth to her son in 2018, she felt inspired and compelled to share the joy of yoga with little ones of all ages. Sarah leads all of our kids classes, kid pop up classes and adult/kid combo classes. Her classes teach children the benefits of practicing mindfulness, self love and exercising the physical body through meditation, breathing exercises, playing games, stretching, and dancing. She brings fun into the mind body connection and enjoys making yoga poses kid friendly.
Sarah is currently a stay at home mom of an energetic three year old son and welcomed a daughter in June of 2021! In her spare time Sarah enjoys reading, exercising, and spending time outdoors with her friends and family.
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Instructor [Yoga]Certifications:
500 YTT
Tammie Smeltz is a Licensed Nurse with 30 years experience in the health and fitness industry. She holds certifications in both Group Fitness and Personal Training through the Aerobic & Fitness Association of America. After moving from Doha, Qatar to Toronto, she fell in love with Vinyasa Yoga and completed her Teacher Training at Downward Dog Yoga Centre under the direction of Diane Bruni, Ron Reid and Marla Joy. She continues to study at Downward Dog and is in the process of completing her 500-hour teacher training. She has also completed numerous training programs through YogaDetour including Adaptive Yoga and MOvement fo Trauma with Jane Clapp. As an avid marathon runner and cyclist, she understands the importance of balancing aerobic activity with all forms of yoga and exercise allowing the body to work at its fullest potential. Tammie also volunteers at the Buffalo Psychiatric Center helping mental health patients address their stress and release it in a nurturing way.
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Instructor [Strength]Certifications:
Beatbox, AFAA/NASM
TRX
Trish is a born and raised Buffalo gal. She is a graduate of the University at Buffalo and currently resides in Hamburg with her husband and three sons. She spent the beginning of her career in the financial field But has been in the real estate business since 2008. Trish also created and owns an AFAA/NASM certified boxing program, “Beatbox,” where she trains clients in a group fitness setting. Trish is also certified in many other programs including TRX and Helping others achieve their personal goals in health and fitness and working on “being the best version of you,” is one of her larger life goals. We can't wait to have her energy in the studio with us!
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Founder & Co-Owner
Certifications:
200 hours Baptiste Yoga
Level 1 & 2 Barre Amped
Classical Pilates Mat & Reformer
Jessica Radon is the founder and owner of Buff & Flo, the premier boutique fitness studio in Orchard Park. Originally from Connecticut and later based in Dallas, TX, Jessica relocated to Orchard Park in 2016. While she loved exploring different fitness studios during her transition to WNY, she felt a strong desire for a local space that combined high-quality instruction, a sense of community, and the thoughtful aesthetics she had experienced in studios around the country. Alongside the ease of being able to go to one place for all of your fitness & wellness needs.
Jessica saw an opportunity to bring that vision to life by first restoring a historic building in the heart of Orchard Park in late 2018. With a professional background in design, she blended the building’s original charm with a modern, intentional design to create Buff & Flo—a space that felt both inspiring and grounded. One key element she felt was missing in the local fitness scene was infrared heat, something she had deeply benefited from in her own practice. Bringing that technology to Western New York became a cornerstone of the studio’s wellness philosophy.
Jessica’s passion for teaching began early. As a teenager in Connecticut, she taught summer camps with the National Cheerleaders Association, and in her 3rd year with the company she became a Head Instructor. That led to her spending months traveling the Northeast region to lead clinics and camps. Her career then expanded into the apparel industry, where she developed and led teams nationwide.
Today, she serves as the Vice President of Design and custom apparel management for Varsity All Star Fashion & Varsity Spirit. Balancing a high-level leadership role with her deep commitment to fitness and community gives her the perfect blend in her day to day.
As Jessica’s responsibilities expanded, she recognized the need to delegate and develop leadership within her team. Seeing strong potential in Cat, she took her under her wing, mentoring her in the business aspects and daily operations. Through Jessica’s guidance, Cat grew into a key leader, helping to manage the team and drive the business forward
It was during this fast-paced career that yoga entered her life—not only as a physical practice but as a source of mental clarity and balance. After experiencing postpartum challenges following the birth of her son, Jessica turned to yoga more seriously, crediting it with helping her through a transformative period of healing and self-discovery. She completed Level 1 and Level 2 teacher training through the Baptiste Institute and honors the integrity of Power Yoga to lead powerful, purpose-driven flow classes at the studio.
Her love of movement didn’t stop there. Jessica also pursued Barre training in Nashville, adding another modality to her teaching toolkit. She brings her unique approach to every class and mentors a team of passionate instructors—many of whom, like her, relocated to the Buffalo area and bring outside experience and fresh perspectives.
In 2021, Jessica deepened her movement practice by dedicating several months to training in both mat Pilates and Reformer Pilates through Classical Pilates Education. She holds a deep respect for the classical method, which stays true to the original teachings of Joseph Pilates. Her approach emphasizes the importance of alignment, form, breathwork, and flow—hallmarks of the classical style that she integrates into every Pilates class with purpose and precision.
Jessica has created an inclusive and welcoming space at Buff & Flo, with offerings for every age, ability level, and fitness interest. She believes deeply in technique-driven, hands-on instruction and encourages each teacher to bring their own strengths and style to the mat. Her goal is simple: to offer a diverse range of classes that support personal growth, community connection, and lifelong wellness.
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Studio Manager [Barre, Pilates, Strength]Certifications:
600 Hour, Classical Pilates Education
CPT, National Academy of Sports Medicine
Prenatal Pilates
Born and raised in Orchard Park, Nicole Keilman is a professional dancer turned health and fitness lover who specializes in group HIIT training, personal training, and Pilates!
She graduated from Point Park University where she holds her BA in Dance and a minor in business management. She is a Certified Personal Trainer through NASM (National Academy of Sports Medicine), a NASM Certified Nutrition Coach and is comprehensively certified through Classical Pilates Education.
Nicole has a passion for helping others reach their goals and becoming the best version of themselves! She loves being outdoors, spending time with her family and friends, and finding the best restaurants in town.
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Co-Owner | Yoga | Barre | PilatesCertifications:
600 Hour, Classical Pilates Education
Barre Intensity
TRX
Pre &. Postnatal Barre & Pilates
Cat Henry is a barefoot (grippy sock) workout enthusiast who shares her passion for wellness with our community daily. She is a current Master Trainer for Classical Pilates Education and past Master Trainer for Barre Intensity.
Born in the South, and raised in the Midwest, she found her way to Boston and Los Angeles before becoming a farmer's wife and mother of two in Eden, New York. Cat has her BA in Communication from Michigan State University, and her MA in Health Communication from Emerson College in conjunction with Tufts Medical School. Before teaching Pilates, she worked in health care marketing for companies including Kaiser Permanente in Los Angeles and BlueCross BlueShield of Western New York.
Cat is committed to teaching REAL Pilates, honoring the method created by Joseph Pilates. You can expect fun flows in every private or class, but most importantly, a focus on the details. Because that is how greatness is built…with your abs in and up :)
She promises at Buff & Flo, you will always feel that #youbelonghere
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Studio Experience & Brand Coordinator [Barre]Certifications:
Barre Intensity
200 Hour, Classical Pilates Education
Kennedy Jordan graduated from the University at Buffalo with a BFA in Dance. She just moved back home to Buffalo after traveling the world perusing her career in performing arts. She has danced at theme parks, on cruise ships, and while residing in New York City. She has also worked with local theaters. Her passion for movement has led her to Buff & Flo where she throughly enjoys taking class and improving her fitness and mindset. The positive environment gave her the urge to inspire, like she had been inspired. Kennedy is SO excited to share her love for fitness and dance with the community. Get ready to have fun, sweat, and unlock your fullest potential in her high energy classes!
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Instructor [Yoga, Barre]Certifications:
200 YTT
Barre Intensity
"Don't let anyone dim your light, just because it is shining in their eyes." Sarah started her yoga journey as a way to heal her joints and help her dancing career. She quickly learned that not only did she achieve those goals but she was able to heal the mind, heart, soul and use it as a way of self-love and care. In her first yoga class she can remember thinking, "Oh my gosh, these people are nuts!" As soon as the yoga teacher said Shavasana and played a song by Ray LaMontagne, she quickly got chills all up her spine and cried for the next 4 minutes of class. She was 100 percent hooked! After a year of practicing once a day, she found Africa Yoga Project and decided to do her 200 hour Baptiste Training in Nairobi, Kenya. She went alone to Africa, not knowing anyone and teaching in the slums, jails and hospitals and had a life changing experience. When she returned home she had the itch to teach and began teaching Power Yoga at Mind Body Flow, Yogi's in Service, Radiance Power Yoga, HEAL Buffalo, a women's drug rehab and many more community events! She also dove into teaching Barre Intensity as she wanted to combine her dance background with yoga and earned that certification this past April!
You can catch her teaching Power Flows, Yoga Sculpt, Barre Intensity and at Canalside in the Summer! She tells her students you can count on her for a killer playlist, a great sweat, self love, and motivation :) She cannot wait to share her light with yours and remember Yoga Is Truly For Everybody.
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Instructor [Yoga]Certifications:
500 RYT
200 E-RYT
Sashi has been practicing yoga for over twenty years and holds certification in Vinyasa yoga. Her classes are challenging, yet carefully sequenced with attention to alignment. She aims to create a supportive and playful environment where students can expand their awareness, push their boundaries and feel empowered. Sashi believes the highest form of teaching is to be a student and she continues to learn and be inspired by her fellow teachers, students, community and the world around her. When not on the mat, you can find her hiking, cooking, cheering for the Bills and laughing with family and friends.
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FAQs
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Check out the intro classes page for suggestions on what classes to start with and everything you need to know. We can’t wait to meet you!
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We’d be thrilled to help you host a corporate retreat at Buff & Flo. We are also proud to offer private group bookings for birthdays, bachelorettes, and more. Email or call the studio and we will be happy to assist you with your booking.
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These high technology Infrared panels are designed to create a hot environment for your yoga practice. They work by emitting infrared radiation which directly heats objects and the body rather than warming the air like conventional heating systems. This method provides a more comfortable way to practice in the studio without any toxins or allergens. This approach can offer benefits like improved muscle recovery, enhanced circulation and provides a healthier heat for your muscles and joints without the extra sticky humidity!
Our heated classes at Buff & Flo run from 95 to 99 degrees.
*We are the ONLY infrared heated studio in Western New York.
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We’ve traveled to Costa Rica, Italy, Greece, and France for incredible retreats with our wonderful members. Keep an eye out on our socials and retreat website for announcements about upcoming retreats! All are welcome to join!
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The Mindbody App will not take your health card directly. Where they CAN be processed are:
At the studio front desk.
Calling the studio at 716-800-5267 and we can process it over the phone.
Online at www.buffandflo.com and clicking on the ONLINE STORE- SELECT what type of membership or class card you would like to purchase. Enter your health insurance card as the payment and it will alert the studio. Allow 24 hours to have it linked to your Mindbody account.
We accept Independent Health, Highmark, and Univera. Contact your health insurance company for your total balance, as this is important when purchasing anything using your card. Your total must be LESS or EQUAL to the amount on your card.
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The 2 week unlimited pass is available for NEW clients only. This means you have not taken a class previously since the studio opened in 2019. The trial includes 2 weeks of unlimited classes from the date of your first class. All classes are included except for any PILATES REFORMER or APPARATUS jclasses. Purchase the 2 week unlimited pass on:
The MindBody app.
At www.buffandflo.com and click on the ONLINE STORE.
Call 716-800-5267 and someone can assist you over the phone.
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All private sessions can be booked in the MindBody app under the “Appointments” tab. Follow the prompts to book a private session with an instructor that matches your availability. You can also contact the studio at 716-800-5267 to purchase and book your private sessions—We suggest this option if you have injuries or pre-existing conditions so we can pair you with the instructor that best meets your needs.
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Prerequisites are required for all Pilates reformer and apparatus classes for your safety. We require:
Taking the Intro to Pilates Private Sessions (two of them).
Taking a Beginner Reformer Series which consists of 5 classes in a 5 week series
We are a classical Pilates-based studio so exercises and movements may differ from other Pilates studios. For safety and liability reasons, every client must complete at least one of the pre-requisites, regardless of any prior experience. This also ensures a smooth transition to our reformer classes, and allows for the best class experience!
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The first class you book using your package will be registered in MindBody as the start date of that package. For example, if the first class you book with your package is on March 31st, MindBody considers March 31st the start date of your package and also the first day of activation. Therefore, if you try to book a class on March 30th (after already booking March 31st with that package), MindBody will not think you have a package active for that date (since March 30th is before March 31st). This goes for anything prior to March 31st.
To fix this:
Cancel the first class you booked with your package. In this case you would cancel your March 31st class (as well as anything after March 31st that was booked with the package).
Choose the earliest date you want to attend class. In this case, you would choose March 30th or anything prior to March 31st as your first booking. Then MindBody will register that date as the “start” of your package.
Rebook March 31st and anything after that date.
For any questions, please contact the studio at 716-800-5267.
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We do not recommend our heated classes for pregnant clients. Please consult with your doctor before partaking in any exercise class while pregnant, especially one that is heated.
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ALWAYS consult with your doctor before partaking in any exercise class while pregnant. Any of our pre & postnatal classes are great for expecting moms. Mini Private Pilates Sessions are also a popular option since they are one-on-one. A prenatal-certified instructor can tailor the session to your needs for pregnancy and beyond.
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ClassPass is a third party membership that allows you to book classes at a variety of studios. Class bookings are based on credits, and can vary depending on the popularity, time of day, and type of class. Since it is a third party entity, Buff & Flo has no control over how many credits a class costs, the cancellation window, or your account.
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ClassPass spots are limited. This number depends on popularity, time of day and type of class. For example, only 7 spots could be available on ClassPass for a 30 person Hot Pilates class available on MindBody (the studio booking app). If all 7 spots are booked through ClassPass members, even if the overall 30 person class isn’t full, ClassPass will not be able to reserve you a spot. Studio members get first priority for all bookings. So the best way to ensure you can book a spot for the class you want is to purchase a studio membership or single class drop in through MindBody.
***Since ClassPass is a third party membership, Buff & Flo has no control over this.
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FitOn Health is a third party membership. This program partners with Highmark (BlueCross BlueShield of Western New York) and fitness facilities. It allows members to access FitOn resources and classes specified for 65 and over Medicare population. Through this program, you can sign up for specific classes at Buff & Flo, using your FitOn Membership.
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The Mindbody App is not able to use your gift card for purchases. Gift cards CAN be processed:
At the studio front desk.
Calling or texting the studio at 716-800-5267 and we can process it over the phone. Please have your giftcard number available upon calling or texting.
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Late Cancellation & No-Show Policy
The following Late Cancellation & No-Show Policy applies to all Class Packs & Unlimited Memberships:
You must cancel 3 HOURS prior to the start of the class time to avoid a penalty.
For class packs, you will lose a credit & be charged a fee.
Fees will automatically be charged to your credit card on file.
Fees for Late Cancellation or No-Show are as follows:
NON REFORMER Classes: $10 Late Cancel/No Show Fee
REFORMER/APPARATUS Classes: $15 Late Cancel/No Show Fee
Buff & Flo
In the Community
The studio leads the community by offering donation based classes, raising up to $10,000 yearly for these causes. All proceeds from the donation classes are put towards local and national organizations including:
Roswell Park Cancer Institute
Haven House - Child & Family Services
Mental Health Advocates of Western New York.
WNY Veterans with Western New York Heroes.
Buffalo Hearing and Speech
Child and Family Services - Haven House
Susan G. Komen Foundation