Umenzi Thompson was born and raised in Rochester, NY. He is a father, former semi-professional athlete, and served as an Officer within the United Sates Navy. Umenzi Thompson or “Thompson” as he likes to be called, has stated, his humility within the fitness realm comes from having the privilege to train among some of the most talented people from around the world. His calming spirit offers a safe place for anyone who feels lost in their journey to a healthier lifestyle. He has an outstanding vernacular and natural ability to manipulate complex movement into its simplest form.

Thompson welcomes anyone on building the foundational tools needed for Pilates or intuitive movement. He is passionate on teaching the community the importance of movement. He believes that basic movement is the catalyst needed for your overall wellness of mind, body, and spirit. Thompson has been taking Pilates for over 4 years to increase his flexibility for daily activities. He wants to thank Noelle Niegsch for being his biggest influence on becoming a teacher. Umenzi Thompson has studied under Michelle Pritchard to obtain his Mat Certificate in 2026.