The Team

Meet your instructors.

Guided by people who care about how you feel, not just how you move.

Alyssa Castillo

Founder & Lead Instructor

Hi everyone! I'm Alyssa Castillo, founder of The Align Studio, and I'm so excited to have you here. Movement has always been a big part of my life, and I truly believe being able to move our bodies, feel strong, and invest in ourselves is such a blessing. God is at the center of everything I do, and Align was created with so much purpose and intention. My goal is to create a space where women feel strong, supported, and connected.

Certifications: Sculpt & Burn, Mat Pilates
Favorite Class: Align Strength
Fun Fact: I'm also a REALTOR®, grew up as a competitive gymnast, and I'm a matcha girly!

Ylianna Hunter

Strength Instructor

As a salon owner, wife, and mom of three boys, Ylianna has always had a passion for helping women feel confident, strong, and beautiful. Her love for fitness grew into a passion for strength training and discovering just how empowering it can be to challenge your body and see what it's capable of. With God and faith at the center of her life, she believes movement is a gift and an opportunity to become stronger, both physically and mentally. She's excited to bring her love for lifting, proper form, and intentional movement to Align.

Certifications: Strength Coach
Favorite Class: Align Strength
Fun Fact: Movement has always been a part of my life! I grew up doing cheer and dance, so I've loved moving my body for as long as I can remember.

Vivian Vela

Sculpt & Pilates Instructor

With a lifelong love for movement and coaching, Vivian has always found joy in helping others feel strong, confident, and empowered. Growing up playing sports, movement has been a meaningful part of her life for as long as she can remember. Her passion for fitness and connection naturally led her to Pilates, where she found a new way to combine movement, strength, and mindfulness. She is excited to bring that passion into the Align community and create classes that challenge, encourage, and leave women feeling their best.

Certifications: Sculpt & Burn, Mat Pilates
Favorite Class: Align Pilates
Fun Fact: I grew up playing sports, so coaching and movement have always been a huge part of my life!

Emily Morales

Sculpt & Pilates Instructor

Hi, I'm Emily! I'm a nursing student, mom to an amazing six-year-old boy, Sculpt and Pilates instructor, and founder of my own activewear brand. My faith and love for God are at the center of everything I do, and I strive to let His light shine through the way I encourage and uplift others. With a lifelong background and passion in sports, becoming an instructor has always been a dream of mine. I'm passionate about helping others become stronger, healthier, and more confident, both mentally and physically.

Certifications: Sculpt & Burn, Mat Pilates
Favorite Class: Align Sculpt
Fun Fact: I used to do gymnastics growing up.

Hilda Montes

Sculpt Instructor

Hi! I'm Hilda, and fitness has been part of my life for as long as I can remember. I grew up staying active in sports, which sparked a lifelong love of movement. Years ago, I got the chance to lead workout classes, and that's when I discovered my real passion: helping others feel strong, capable, and motivated through fitness. Now I'm excited to bring that same energy to Align and help you build strength and confidence in a space that feels like home for you.

Certifications: Sculpt & Burn
Favorite Class: Align Sculpt
Fun Fact: I've tried almost every type of workout class out there, but Pilates stole my heart.

Aleiyah Mireles

Sculpt & Pilates Instructor

Hi, I'm Aleiyah! I'm a nurse, and caring for others has always been something that means a lot to me. I grew up playing sports, and movement has always been a part of my life. Over the years, that love for movement has grown into a deeper passion for wellness and taking care of our bodies from the inside out. My faith has taught me to see movement as a gift and to appreciate all that our bodies are capable of. I hope my classes leave you feeling challenged, encouraged, strong, and proud of what your body can do.

Certifications: Sculpt & Burn, Mat Pilates
Favorite Class: Align Sculpt
Fun Fact: I love matcha and own a clean-ingredient baking business, SIMPLY Made!

Aaliyah Castillo

Pilates & Sculpt Instructor

Hi, I'm Aaliyah! I grew up playing sports and doing gymnastics, so movement has always been a big part of my life. My love for wellness, self-care, and helping others feel their best naturally led me to Pilates. As a certified Mat Pilates & Sculpt instructor, I love creating fun, uplifting classes that leave you feeling strong, confident, and empowered. My faith is a huge part of who I am, and I truly believe everything is in God's favor and purpose. I hope to bring that faith, love, and positive energy into every class.

Certifications: Sculpt & Burn, Mat Pilates
Favorite Class: Align Sculpt
Fun Fact: I dance, so you'll definitely feel that energy in my classes!

Felicia Peace

Strength & Sculpt Instructor

Hi, I'm Felicia! My faith in Jesus Christ is at the center of everything I do. I'm a wife, a mama of two, and I spent most of my 20s serving in full-time ministry. I've been strength training since I was 18, and over the years I've developed a passion for helping women grow stronger both physically and spiritually. I believe our health and the ability to move our bodies are gifts from God, and I love reminding women that movement can be an act of gratitude and worship. My heart is to create an encouraging space where women can get stronger, feel confident, and leave reminded of just how good God is.

Certifications: Certified Personal Trainer, Ordained Pastor
Favorite Class: Align Strength & Sculpt
Fun Fact: I love ministering to women throughout the RGV. I created “Set Apart” to encourage and equip women to live for the glory of God. Coffee is my guilty pleasure, and I love making sourdough bread!

Daniela Terron

Strength Instructor

Hi everyone! I'm Daniela, but you can call me Dani, and I'm so excited to be one of your Align Strength instructors! Growing up, sports were always a huge part of my life, which sparked my passion for learning and teaching others. God has guided me to find my purpose both behind the chair as a hairstylist and here, helping you discover what your body is truly capable of. My goal is always to make you feel comfortable, beautiful, and confident in your own skin. I've always loved teaching, and now that this path has opened up for me, I'd love for you to join my class!

Certifications: Strength Coach
Favorite Class: Align Strength
Fun Fact: I've done almost every sport, so you know I'm always down for a good workout!

Kayla Rodriguez

Pilates Instructor

Hi, I'm Kayla! I'm a Texas Aggie, Class of '25, and currently pursuing my Master's in Clinical Mental Health. My love for movement started when I was just three years old through cheer and dance, and over the years, that passion has grown into a desire to serve and empower others. I truly believe mental health and physical movement go hand in hand. My goal is to create a welcoming and uplifting space where you can move your body, clear your mind, and leave feeling renewed, refreshed, and aligned—mentally and physically. Above all, Jesus Christ is the foundation of everything I do. He leads my path, inspires my work, and fuels my heart for people. I can't wait to welcome you to class and move with you! 🤍

Certifications: Mat Pilates, Sculpt & Burn
Favorite Class: Align Pilates
Fun Fact: I enjoy hiking and strength training!

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