Cheryl is certified by the PhysicalMind Institute of NYC in "The Method" Pilates, as well as, Yamuna Body Rolling® . She has suffered from years of low back pain due to a rollover car accident at the age of seventeen. Despite the help of doctors, chiropractors, accupuncturists and various excercise programs only temporary relief was acheived. Since practicing Pilates she has been pain-free and enjoyed an improved quality of life uncommon for someone with spinal stenosis, degenerated disks and a partially fused spine. Pilates has allowed her to participate in any activity she desires without fear of pain.

Cheryl takes advantage of every opportunity to attend workshops and take classes with the first generation teachers: Kathleen Stanford Grant, Lolita San Miguel, Ron Fletcher, etc. Over the past 4 years Cheryl demonstrates here love of learning by taking weekly classes to study classical Pilates with Holly Bozzelli who was certified by Romana Kryzanowska.

Kate Russel, instructor
Kate's dance training began at the age of five. At twelve she began training seriously in classical ballet, taking classes five days a week. Kate first studied Pilates to improve her dancing, and took lessons twice a week for two years before she started the teacher- training program in Boulder, Co in 1997. She moved to New York City to study dance at the Ailey School. In NY she taught Pilates at studios such as Alycea Ungaros Real Pilates, and Beyond Pilates. While teaching alongside second generation teachers Amy & Rachel Alpers (who were trained by Romana Kryzanowska) Kate also trained twice weekly with first generation teacher, Kathy Grant.

As stated by Kate:"Seeing the healing potential of Pilates firsthand has profoundly affected me. I believe in the beauty and efficacy of Joes original work and I know that all bodies can thrive in it."

Mary McCarthy, instructor
Mary spent 15 years teaching Step, Sculpt and Aqua Aerobics in six African countries while also working full time teaching English and French. On a whim, Mary certified in Mat Pilates when she returned to the US in 1999. She became hooked on the genius of Pilates and decided to obtain a full equipment certification through PhysicalMind Institute in Santa Fe, NM. She has followed up with further study with Mark Trudeau, owner of Quantum Pilates in Washington, DC and Mary continues to teach there throughout the winter. Last year Mary obtained her certification through the Pilates Method Alliance, a prestigious international designation created to assure the quality and safety of Pilates. She faithfully fulfills her continuing education by attending conferences to further enhance her knowledge. Taking classes with Mary will assure that you will be entertained with her wit and humor as well as stories of her time in Africa.

Holly Bozzelli , instructor
Holly graduated from the University of the Arts with a degree in dance in 1988. After years of performing and teaching dance, Holly opened her own dance studio in 1996. While on vacation Holly discovered a Pilates studio. After only one session she was hooked. She knew she had discovered the perfect method of exercise.

Holly moved to New York City and enrolled in a 600 hour apprenticeship with Romana Kryzanowska, protege of Joseph Pilates. Despite many obstacles, she completed her certification in 1998 and since then has continued teaching Pilates in her our studio in Absecon, NJ. Holly continues her education both domestically and as far away as San Paulo, Brazil

Romana is one of a select few "first generation" Pilates teachers who continue to teach Joe's "original" work as "he intended it." Her prestigious international teacher training program is responsible for training many of the top Pilates teachers in the USA and 30 countries. Holly is considered a "second generation" teacher due to her direct lineage to Romana. Second generation teachers are highly sought-after throughout the world. Holly has joined the staff of Mindbody Pilates and is excited to have the opportunity to practice here.