Our Story

Somatic Studios was created from a deep desire to cultivate an inclusive, nurturing, and safe environment where individuals and wellness/movement practitioners of all backgrounds and abilities feel supported to move, explore, and connect. We believe mindful movement is a powerful pathway to healing, self-discovery, and overall well-being. Through a diverse range of offerings—including Pilates and yoga—led by knowledgeable and compassionate instructors, we provide a holistic approach to fitness that honors the integration of mind, body, and spirit.

Founded on a shared commitment to helping others, Somatic Studios seeks to return the fitness industry to its true foundation: supporting growth, restoration, and empowerment through movement. Our instructors and practitioners approach their work with empathy, presence, and care, offering thoughtful, individualized support to everyone who enters the studio. This level of dedication requires time, energy, and expertise, and we believe it should be honored and fairly compensated. Whether someone is new to movement or returning to a practice, every client is welcomed into a space free from intimidation, judgment, or exclusion. We are committed to fostering a studio culture that honors every body—both those who come to practice and those who hold the space—by creating an environment where people feel valued, supported, and able to grow and thrive.

Our Team

Katy McNarney

Katy grew up in Beverly Hills, Michigan, and has been dancing for over 15 years.Her love for movement and the human body led her to Wayne State University, where she earned a BFA in Dance and a BSED in Kinesiology in 2021. During her time there, she discovered a deep passion for collaboration, movement as a form of therapy, and Pilates.

Her journey as a movement educator led her to pursue a full STOTT PILATES Certification through Equilibrium Pilates Studio. Inspired by her own experiences with hypermobility, back, and hip pain, she sought out additional healing modalities, earning a MELT Method Instructor Certification (developed by Sue Hitzmann) and a Reiki Practitioner Certification through Corewell Health’s Integrative Medicine Department.

Katy’s strong movement background, personal experience with pain and injury, and dedication to consistent physical practices give her a deep well of knowledge to support her clients. She approaches movement with empathy, believing in the powerful connection between emotional and physical well-being. She encourages her clients to see their time with her as not just a workout, but a space for healing, self-discovery, and care.

Founder, Experienced Pilates Instructor, & Reiki Practitioner

Mary Renko

Mary Renko graduated from Wayne State University in May 2025, receiving a Bachelor of Fine Arts in Dance. Mary has studied under and performed in works by various artists, and also studied dance abroad in Tuscany, Italy, doing in-depth and explorative creative and movement research. Throughout undergrad, Mary was a member of Wayne State’s Pilates Mentorship Program under the mentorship of Hannah Andersen, where she was able to investigate, practice, and explore her Pilates teaching through Balanced Body. Mary is very passionate about movement's strong ability to connect the mind and body and create interpersonal relationships within the studio community. Breath is a large focus in Mary's teaching, along with sparking joy through mindful Pilates flows.

Emerging Pilates Instructor

Mardi Bryan

Mardi’s passion for movement is rooted in her experience as a dancer, having trained from a young age in ballet, modern, jazz, contemporary, tap, and hip hop before dancing professionally. She earned her BFA from Fordham University in partnership with The Ailey School, and after graduating, she spent several years dancing professionally and training dancers.

Yoga was introduced to her as a form of movement meditation—an opportunity to connect breath and body with presence and awareness, rather than focusing on performance or aesthetics. This perspective deeply shaped her approach to movement and ultimately guided her transition into practicing and eventually teaching yoga.

Mardi’s teaching style emphasizes breath, mindful presence, and embodied awareness. She guides students to explore how each posture feels in their body, encouraging understanding around alignment and personal experience without striving for a “perfect” form. Her classes invite curiosity and observation, creating space for clarity and self-discovery through intentional movement, thoughtful pacing, and clear, supportive guidance.

Yoga Instructor

What Our Clients Say

“She (Katy) is exceptionally knowledgeable about anatomy and understands how the body moves and creates patterns that improve movement, strength, and posture. She is careful to plan each session in a way that provides safe and productive challenges.

The information and sessions have given me knowledge and body awareness that carries over in to everyday movement and can be generalized to yoga and other physical activities.

Katy is personable and relates easily to her clients in a very caring and attentive manner. She listens and is engaged throughout each session and class. I highly recommend her to anyone who wants a safe and articulately delivered class or individualized session. She is outstanding.”

-- BA, current client

“Katy really cares about helping me improve my strength and mobility.  She uses her experience and knowledge to customize her instruction to my concerns, for the best results.  I feel so much better after working with Katy!”

-- JL, current client

“With Katy’s expertise I am stronger, have increased mobility and am able to keep up with my granddaughter! My knee that was lined up for replacement is close to pain free. Katy’s ability to tune in and give me the exact workout I need is nothing short of amazing. She is incredibly knowledgeable, patient and truly kind. It has been a wonderful experience!”

-- JC, current client

“She applies a thoughtful balance of anatomical and physiological knowledge as well as an understanding of an individuals' unique needs/abilities in order for her clients to get the most out of the practice.  She has done that for me and I see her give individual feedback and real time adjustments to others in class as well.

I appreciate her attention and focus on proper movement (over range or speed) both in class settings and private sessions.  I have increased my strength and learned a lot from Katy - things I use in and out of formal sessions.”

-- LC, current client