Dr. Kelly Vara, DPT, NCPT

Pilates instructor and physical therapist Director of Teacher Training

Kelly Montgomery received her Doctorate of Physical Therapy from the MGH Institute of Health Professions in Boston, MA and is a board-certified Physical Therapist. Kelly has experience working in inpatient rehabilitation, acute care, and outpatient clinics. She treats a variety of injuries including hip, knee, shoulder, spine, ankle, and polytrauma. She is most passionate about geriatrics, young athletes, orthopedics, and people with disabilities.  Kelly has completed extensive continuing education in orthopedic conditions and management. She is a Level 1 Kinesiotaping specialist.

Kelly was born and raised in Birmingham, Michigan. She pursued a double major in Psychology and Communication Studies at The University of Michigan. Kelly spent her summers in Traverse City, Michigan, volunteering for camps for young adults with Down Syndrome and other disabilities. Kelly was introduced to Pilates for the first time by her sister (also a Pilates instructor!) during her last semester in college. She fell in love with the teachers, atmosphere, movement and mobility, and the Pilates method. She has been dedicated to her own Pilates practice ever since. Kelly is enrolled in the Core Advancement Teacher Training program at Pilates In The Grove.

When Kelly is away from Pilates In The Grove she enjoys practicing Yoga and Pilates. She loves using her crockpot to cook new, but easy, gluten-free recipes. She enjoys the occasional binge watch of Friends. She loves spending time with friends and family, especially in Traverse City. 

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