About Me…
I am a comprehensively certified classical Pilates instructor, as well as teacher trainer. I received my training and certification through Power Pilates, based in New York City, and have been teaching since 2015. I also hold a specialized certification through the Pink Ribbon Program, where I focus on supporting individuals navigating breast cancer treatment and reconstructive surgery.
My background as a professional dancer and dance teacher has provided me with over 25 years of observing how bodies work, a keen eye for detail, and a strong sense of how to effectively communicate instructions.
I specialize in working with various injuries and special cases, including back injuries and recovery from back surgery. With a passion for helping clients overcome challenges, I have a proven track record in addressing back pain, neck issues, knee and hip injuries, recovery from surgeries, and supporting breast cancer survivors. I work collaboratively with each client to find what works best for you. Each session is tailored to enhance strength, flexibility, and overall well-being.
When I’m not teaching you can find me working on my own fitness, spending time with loved ones, and exploring all around the globe.
“The life-force of the Pink Ribbon Program is to ensure that every woman can regain a sense of well-being that had been lost from diagnosis through surgery and into recovery. This can be achieved, in part, through an exercise therapy program designed specifically for the needs and challenges facing the growing number of breast cancer survivors. Rehabilitation is a key component often missing in the treatment of breast cancer.”
The Pink Ribbon Program is a special certification that educates instructors about breast cancer, its various treatments, and what recovery looks like based on those experiences. Instructors are educated on specific exercises that can assist in recovery and/or avoid limitations. It takes into account different surgical options that are part of treatment or reconstruction, and how they would potentially affect different movement patterns. The Pink Ribbon Program is extra special to me. A family member of mine went through breast cancer treatment including surgery. She learned about the Pink Ribbon Program during her recovery and worked with a Pink Ribbon-certified Pilates instructor as a part of her full recovery. Her success inspired me to seek out certification for myself so I can share this knowledge with others going through the same journey.
