Karla has been a Smart Barre instructor since May 2019. Originally from Laredo TX, she danced ballet, jazz, and tap her entire life growing up until she moved to San Antonio in 2008. She found Smart Barre to be the perfect fit for her love of ballet and fitness. Karla attended the University of the Incarnate Word, where she earned her Bachelor of Science in Nutrition and Master of Science in Nutrition. She is a registered dietitian who specializes in bariatric surgery and weight management. When Karla isn’t teaching or taking class, you can find her running at the Riverwalk or hanging out at the Pearl.