Meet Alona

there is a simpler and better way to live

Alona Orofino is an Integrative Nutritionist, Certified Intuitive Eating Counselor, and Certified Pilates Instructor with a Masters in Nutrition and Integrative Health.  She received her training from the Maryland University of Integrative Health.  Alona resides in Fredericksburg, VA with her husband, who is a chef from Italy. Together they own the Italian restaurant, Orofino. Alona is most importantly a mom to two incredible little boys. 

Alona wearing blue yoga outfit, seated on a pilates reformer, smiling at the camera

Orofino Wellness Team

Lily Burnstead in front of Orofino Wellness sign
Lily Bumstead

Lily Bumstead is a yoga teacher who focuses on rest and accessible movement. Lily encourages students to tune into how movement feels and less about what it looks like. In addition to facilitating movement for all, she also emphasizes the importance of rest. Consider joining her to find meaningful movement and invite deep rest into your daily life.

Becca Bennick in front of Orofino Wellness sign
Becca Bennick

Becca grew up in Charlottesville, VA and relocated to Fredericksburg in 2014 upon graduating from the University of Virginia. She has a big heart for this city and loves creating space where community, connection, and friendship can thrive. Pilates is a newfound discovery for Becca but a few weekly classes quickly turned into an obsession. Becca fell in love with the movement and mind body connection experienced in a Pilates class and began instructor training in January of 2024. Her hope is that all women would find home in their bodies, feeling confident, strong, and worthy.

Melanie Meyer in front of the Orofino Wellness sign
Melanie Meyer

Melanie is originally from CA and moved to VA for her boyfriend in 2018. She decided to become a Pilates instructor in 2024 because, thanks to Pilates, she finally found an exercise that made her want to move her body. She was no longer dragging her feet out the door to get a workout in. The reason she chose to teach at Orofino Wellness in particular, though, is because she has never seen a “gym” with such a beau

About Orofino Wellness

Orofino Wellness is a weight inclusive wellness center that helps women heal their relationship with food, movement and their bodies. We offer group fitness classes on the Pilates reformer, individual medical nutrition therapy and group nutrition programs.

Orofino Wellness is a space for all those who are seeking food freedom, a healthy relationship with movement, and body neutrality.  Our services are provided through a functional, integrative and holistic approaches to health. 

Welcome to a community where you can come as you are and promote your health through self-care. 

See our Services!

nutritional coaching

Learn how to properly nourish your body through coaching that is tailored to your individual preferences and goals. Find support through someone who believes the best for you.  By addressing your behaviors, you’ll find new patterns that support your health without dietary restrictions or food rules. 

Pilates

Dive into a practice that goes beyond exercise and cultivates a deep connection between your mind and body. Through controlled movements and focused breathing, Pilates builds a foundation of core strength, enhances posture, and promotes healthy functional movement that bleeds into your everyday life. 

Equipment Highlight

The Pilates reformer was invented by Joseph Pilates. The machine makes Pilates more accessible than Pilates done on a mat and there are so many ways that you can use it!  The Reformer has a carriage that works on a pully system. This pulley system has many options for resistance so you are able to create a workout that meets you where you are at and helps you build strength. Come try it out.  We would love to have you in class. 

Alona on a Pilates Reformer

Certifications

Certified Nutrition Specialist
Trained & Certified by The Original Intuitive Eating Pros
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