Quality of Life Fitness is Orange County’s premier Pilates-infused strength training program, providing a rejuvenating experience for mind and body.

Offering PRIVATE, focused training in the convenience of your own home or in studio. QLF proudly serves Irvine, Newport Beach, Newport Coast and selective areas in South Orange County.

Based in Irvine, Denise Shaw, Professional Pilates Instructor & certified personal trainer, offers Pilates and Fitness programming. This is a unique combination of functional training exercises using top-tier Pilates apparatus (reformer, cadillac, wunda chair, and mat), cables, free weights, Ball, BOSU, and your own body resistance to maximize results. She will customize each program to your specific goals.

Welcome to better health
Our goal is to help you rediscover the joy of being YOU! With a primary focus on health and fitness you will begin to remember how it feels to move freely and participate in your life with less emotional and physical obstacles.

When you look in the mirror, smile!
Look better and feel better! Every session is designed to improve your sense of well-being by bringing your mind and body into harmony. The vibe is always positive, encouraging and motivating.

No drill sergeants here!
We practice affirmation, not abuse. You’ll be pushed physically, without being punished. 

Fitness from the inside out
Everyone wants to look good, but that’s just the outside. The holistic approach at Quality of Life Fitness goes deeper than appearances to also address the mental and emotional aspects of health. The way we think affects the way we look and feel!

Whatever your stage of life, a positive “attitude of wellness” is essential for both looking and feeling well. Quality of Life Fitness helps you reach and maintain that positive outlook.

Recovery support
Having struggled through trials of her own, Quality of Life Fitness founder Denise is particularly in tune to the needs of those in any type of recovery. If you or someone you know has struggled with anxiety, depression, back disorders or other injuries, Denise can help guide you along the road to recovery through support and her network of recovery professionals

Contact Denise today to begin your Quality of Life Fitness program and start enjoying a healthier, happier future.