Meet the team
Meagan Fitzgerald
FOUNDER & OWNER OF THE SET STUDIO
Instructor and Certified Life Coach
Meagan is the owner of The Set Studio, instructor, Life Coach, wifey & mom of 3 littles. Her mission is to inspire + help empower women to achieve their goals and truly feel their best through mindSET & fitness. Meagan helps her clients fall in love with fitness, drop the body BS (that so many of us have), and reclaim their power so they can achieve their goals— both big & small. To Meagan it's all about finding strength, confidence & freedom.
With a strong foundation in dance, Meagan fell in love with the challenge, balance, and grace of Pilates and Barre classes as soon as they were introduced to her. After years of over-exercising and being so hard on her body, she quickly saw her body change from these methods. Meagan went on to receive her 500-hour mat and comprehensive apparatus Pilates certification + multiple Barre Certifications. Her enthusiasm for movement shows through her high energy, musically driven classes. Seeing students achieve their fitness goals, build confidence and move to feel good is truly what drives her to teach. This studio has been a dream for a long time and she is thrilled to bring it to life!
Our instructors
Kasie Sullivan
INSTRUCTOR
A former gymnast, Kasie naturally gravitated toward Barre, drawn to its precision, strength, and grace. She received her certification through the Core Barre Method, training under a premier ballerina in North Carolina. With over 13 years of experience, she even owned her own successful barre studio before joining The Set.
Kasie balances her passion for fitness with life as a mom of three “big” kids, keeping up with one in high school and two in college across the country. When she’s not in the studio, you’ll find her traveling, visiting her kids, or running her thriving interior design business.
Kerrisa Manheimer
INSTRUCTOR | PHYSICAL THERAPIST & FITNESS CONSULTANT
With over 10 years of teaching experience, Kerissa has brought her expertise to studios in San Francisco, Boston, and beyond. She loves all movement styles but has a particular passion for strength, sculpt, and cardio-based formats, where she challenges her students both physically and mentally.
As a full-time Physical Therapist and fitness industry consultant, Kerissa works to develop safe and effective group exercise formats. Her classes often include fun anatomy facts, helping clients deepen their understanding of movement.
Kerissa lives in Newburyport with her husband Jeff, daughter Madelynn, and their Bernese Mountain Dog, Frankie. She loves traveling, trying new restaurants, and soaking up family time.
Kim Baer
INSTRUCTOR
Kim’s movement journey began in New York City, where she performed as a professional dancer in Broadway’s Cats, Anything Goes, and Cinderella. She first discovered Barre fusion workouts as a way to maintain strength and prevent injuries—and quickly fell in love with the method.
A gifted dancer and choreographer, Kim brings energy, empowerment, and body positivity to every class. Her sessions are designed to help you build strength, move with confidence, and feel incredible in your body.
Kim moved to Newburyport to start her family and is beyond excited to share her love of movement with The Set community!
Megan Hensher
COMMUNITY MANAGER
A Newburyport native, mom of three (Lexie, William & Noah), and part-time realtor, Meghan is thrilled to be part of The Set—especially as she gets to watch one of her best friends' dreams come to life!
She first fell in love with Barre and Pilates eight years ago, shortly after moving back from England to settle down with her family. As a busy mom, Meghan understands the importance of balance, wellness, and a supportive community. She hopes The Set will be a space where clients find both strength and self-care.
Fun fact: Meghan grew up in the very house Meagan and her family now live in—one of her favorite stories to tell, so be sure to ask her about it! You’ll find her in class, at the front desk, or working behind the scenes—she can’t wait to connect with you!
Meghan Larson
INSTRUCTOR
Meghan walked out of her first yoga class in awe, wondering what magic had just unfolded. A lifelong runner, caretaker, and natural people-pleaser, she had spent years constantly moving, always onto the next thing. Yoga changed everything.
Now, with over 15 years of practice and teaching experience, she brings a blend of strength, stillness, and joy to her classes. Meghan’s signature flow is upbeat, fast-paced, and filled with laughter, proving that yoga is both challenging and grounding.
Her classes are open to everyone and every body, with the goal of helping you feel at home in your own skin.
Paige Smith
INSTRUCTOR
Paige is a vibrant and dynamic Barre and Yogalates instructor whose infectious energy and upbeat playlists make every class a celebration of movement. With a background in dance, she brings grace, intensity, and pure fun to her workouts, ensuring every session is energizing, effective, and joy-filled. Paige firmly believes that fitness should be a source of empowerment and excitement, leaving you feeling strong, uplifted, and refreshed.
When she’s not leading high-energy classes, Paige is channeling her creativity into her thriving art business, Paige Lindsey Design. She paints vibrant florals, teaches watercolor workshops, hosts her podcast (Paige’s Pod), and even paints live at weddings, fundraisers, and corporate events.
Paige lives in Exeter, NH with her husband and their sweet baby boy—balancing life as an artist, entrepreneur, and movement enthusiast with passion and purpose.
Amanda DeSimone
INSTRUCTOR | PHYSICAL THERAPIST & FITNESS CONSULTANT
Amanda is a certified Pilates, yoga, barre instructor, and personal trainer with 4 years of experience teaching in Boston. Recently relocated to Newburyport, Amanda brings her bubbly, energetic personality to every class, creating an uplifting and motivating environment. Known for challenging her clients in the best way possible, she is passionate about helping individuals build strength, confidence, and reach their full potential through dynamic and personalized movement.
Leigh McLaughlin
INSTRUCTOR
Leigh is a classically trained Pilates Instructor, through Peak Pilates.
After years of Pilates practice, she fell in love with the method, took the step to become an instructor and has never looked back. Leigh believes her role as a Pilates Instructor is to inspire and promote the life changes benefits of Pilates to her clients while nurturing and challenging them at the same time. In addition to her love of Pilates, she is a lifelong athlete including skiing, tennis, running, spinning and paddle boarding. She loves to travel and cook (especially all things pasta) and spends her free time with her three beautiful daughters.
