Sonia Serrano Villa has been part of Studio V Pilates & Fitness since its inception, dedicating more than 14.5 years to the growth, culture, and daily life of the studio. Her journey began as an instructor and naturally evolved into studio management, where she became a trusted leader behind operations, team development, and the client experience that defines Studio V.
In 2026, Sonia officially stepped into ownership of Studio V, carrying forward the studio’s legacy while guiding it into its next chapter with confidence and care.
Sonia holds a Bachelor of Science in Kinesiology from California State University, Stanislaus, is comprehensively certified through Balanced Body, and is a Nationally Certified Pilates Teacher through the National Pilates Certification Program (NPCP). Her approach to teaching is grounded, thoughtful, and precise, with a deep respect for the body and for the individuals she works with.
Outside the studio, Sonia recently married her husband, Manuel Villa, and enjoys life with their two dogs, Ocho and Stevie.

Ownership Transition
Studio V Pilates & Fitness was founded on the belief that great studios are built through trust, consistency, and community. After nearly 15 years of shared growth, founder Victoria Popoff made the intentional decision to pass ownership to Sonia Serrano Villa, someone who has helped shape Studio V since its very first chapter.
This transition reflects years of mentorship, collaboration, and deep alignment in values. Sonia’s leadership as studio manager laid the foundation for a seamless handoff, ensuring that the care, standards, and culture clients have come to expect remain firmly in place.
As Studio V enters this next era, the studio remains strong in its original vision while continuing to evolve under Sonia’s ownership. The same heart, the same team, and the same commitment to excellence, now guided forward by someone who has been here all along.

Owner

Meet Sonia Serrano Villa