Pilates
What is Pilates?
Pilates is a system of exercises designed to engage your mind and condition your body. Pilates distinct from other fitness regimens because it's low impact and addresses the body as a whole. Over time, this balanced approach allows your body to start working as an efficient, holistic system in sport and daily activity. Pilates emphasizes quality of movement rather than quantity, which leaves you feeling invigorated after each session. Pilates is perfect for any age, body type or fitness level!
Why I Teach Pilates
I began teaching mat Pilates in 2014, and discovered reformer Pilates when I was searching for safe and effective rehabilitation options after I completed my second brain surgery in 2015. I was feeling overwhelmed by the long process of recovery ahead of me, and frustrated by my new physical and emotional limitations. When I learned that reformer Pilates was invented specifically for rehabilitation, I gave it a try. I was blown away by the results and have been incorporating Pilates apparatus in my comprehensive approach to fitness and wellness ever since.
Take a Class with Me!
Currently I’m only offering private sessions. Connect with me to explore options. I want to ensure everyone has access.
Book a Private Session
If you’re new to Pilates, rehabbing an injury, or simply prefer more one-on-one attention then let’s meet for a private session! I’m trained to lead sessions on the mat, reformer, tower, chair, cadillac, and ladder barrels. I specialize in senior clients and prenatal/postnatal. I can travel to your home or studio, meet you for a private session at studio in the DC area, or meet you at my home studio. Email me for more information about rates and availability.
Education & Certifications
I have trained with renowned instructors from across the country to complete my Pilates certification, which allows me to bring a well-rounded approach to my classes and private sessions.
• Comprehensively Certified, Balanced Body, all apparatus and mat (2019, Total 488 hours)
• 24 hours – Certified Balanced Body Chair and Barrels (2018)
• 16 hours – Certified Balanced Body Trapeze and Tower (2018)
• 10 hours – Anatomy for Pilates (2017)
• 32 hours – Certified Balanced Body Mat 1& 2 (2017)
• 45+ hours – Certified Balanced Body Reformer 1, 2,& 3 (2016-2019)
• 47 hours –Certified Peak Pilates Mat Instructor (2015)
MENTORS:
• Ann Kahmi Toran - Pilates Reforming New York
• Michelle Brodsky - Coreworks
• Nancy Sanchez - Balanced Body
• Mariska Breland - Fuse Pilates & The NeuroRehab Movement
• Anna Serra Snyder - Polestar Pilates