30+ Years of Helping People Move & Feel Better
Breath Centered was built on decades of hands-on expertise — and a deep belief that movement should be accessible to every body.
Where It All Began
The studio opened its doors in February 2023, but the story started decades earlier. Owner Deborah Layton began her career as a massage therapist over 30 years ago — developing a deep understanding of the human body, how it holds tension, how it heals, and how it moves best.
Over the years, Deborah expanded her practice to include yoga instruction, yoga therapy, Pilates, and Shiatsu bodywork. When she opened Breath Centered in Morgantown, the goal was simple: bring everything she'd learned under one roof, in a space that felt welcoming rather than intimidating.
Today, the studio serves students of every age and fitness level — from complete beginners to people managing back pain, aging joints, or recovering from injury. All teachers at Breath Centered are trained in anatomy, human movement, and working with diverse health conditions.
Owner & Lead Instructor
Deborah Layton
With over 30 years as a massage therapist and decades of additional training in Pilates, Yoga Therapy, and Shiatsu bodywork, Deborah brings a uniquely broad and deeply experienced perspective to every session. Her approach is patient, adaptive, and always focused on what your body actually needs.
She specializes in working with people managing chronic pain, back conditions, aging, pre/post-natal movement, and scoliosis. When she opened Breath Centered in 2023, the goal was simple: bring everything she'd learned under one roof, in a space that felt welcoming rather than intimidating.
Deborah believes every body has the capacity to move better — it just takes the right approach, the right teacher, and the patience to meet the body where it is today.
Professional Credentials
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What We Believe
Movement for Every Body
Pilates can be adapted for any size, shape, fitness level, or physical limitation. We modify every exercise as needed — whether you're pregnant, managing pain, or a complete beginner.
Small Classes, Real Attention
Group classes are capped at 3–5 students. You'll never get lost in the crowd. Your instructor knows your name, your body, and your goals — from day one.
Holistic Wellness
Movement is just one part of wellbeing. That's why we also offer Shiatsu bodywork, Yoga Therapy, Nutrition Coaching, and Somatics — addressing body, mind, and breath together.
Meet the Team
Every instructor at Breath Centered is trained in anatomy and human movement, with experience adapting to health conditions, injuries, and special populations.
Deidamia (Dee) Gibson
Instructor
Dee lives in Fairmont with her husband Richard and is a natural teacher — having previously taught in public schools and done private tutoring. She is a certified personal trainer and certified nutrition and health coach who loves helping others achieve their personal health goals.
She is currently working toward her Pilates certification through PHI Pilates near Pittsburgh and is excited to bring even more to those who love Pilates as much as she does.
Staci Romine
Instructor
Staci is a life-long dancer who previously owned and operated her own dance studio. She brings that deep movement background to her Pilates teaching, and currently serves as a dance instructor at West Virginia University.
Her experience with body awareness, rhythm, and performance gives her classes an energetic, expressive quality that students love.
Staci holds a Comprehensive Pilates Certification from Pilates Academy International.
Liz Rossi
Instructor
Liz is a comprehensively trained Balanced Body Pilates instructor who has also taught dance and music theatre in the area for many years. She has recently renewed her career in acting professionally, appearing in short films, commercials, and TV shows including The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel and American Rust.
Liz is often away for auditioning and performing, but we're always excited when she's in town for a stretch and we can have her on the schedule for her fun, creative classes!
The Studio
Located at 5000 Green Bag Road — inside the Green Bag Road Shopping Center in Morgantown, WV.
Come Move With Us
First class is just $20. Small classes, expert instruction, and a welcoming community — see what Breath Centered is all about.