Club Pilates

Maria has been in the fitness industry for 18 + years. She is certified through Stott Pilates and considers this to be her most valuable education. The training provided through Stott has given her the knowledge to further pursue a career solely focused on Pilates. Through the intensive training and thousands of hours teaching she’s learned how to guide clients to move biomechanically correct while staying true to the dignity of Joseph Pilates original principles. She discovered its rehabilitative approach and believes it can preserve the body long term. In addition, she is trained in Booty Barre and Pilates Suspension Method.

From the age of three Dawn discovered her love of athleticism through dance. Her discipline of modern dance in college drove her to increase her strength and control. Which led to her path to Pilates. After earning her B.F.A. in Dance from Mason Gross School of the Arts at Rutgers University she received her certification as an A.C.E.(American Council on Exercise) personal trainer. Which led her to earn her Masters Degree in Exercise Physiology from Adelphi University. While working in corporate fitness, Dawn became certified in Mat Pilates through Physicalmind. She introduced and implemented Pilates programs to JP Morgan Chase and Oglivy & Mather. Dawn found the mind/body focus to be a perfect combination of movement. Dawn has been drawn to Pilates for its movement principles of proper musculoskeletal alignment and placement of proper muscle recruitment for specific exercises, and most of all movement precision and efficiency. She went on to receive her Full Apparatus Certification through Physicalmind. Dawn loves to incorporate different modalities in her workout, she is a certified TRX instructor. She is passionate about teaching Pilates to all; seniors, children, dancers, pre and post natal women, individuals suffering with autoimmune diseases, and Parkinson's. Emphasis always on form so that each individual can maximize their personal goal.

Meet Caitlyn. Caitlyn’s passion for health and wellness led her to a career as a Pilates Instructor and nutrition coach. After receiving her BA from Baruch College, Caitlyn pursued a her career in the corporate world, working in product development and sales management for a well-recognized fashion brand. During which Caitlyn dedicated her free time to developing a consistent Pilates practice, a love for yoga and a deeper focus on holistic health. Educated in the vast benefits of a Plant-Based diet, Caitlyn holds a certificate in Whole Food Plant-Based Nutrition from Cornell University. She loves to cook and create plant-based recipes for friends, family and clients. Caitlyn committed to her passion of working with others to reach their maximum potential and transitioned to a career in health & wellness in which she shares the immense benefits of Pilates and Plant-Based Nutrition. Caitlyn completed her Pilates Comprehensive Teacher Training on all apparatus at the Equinox Institute. She has a keen eye for alignment and imbalance in the body, and enjoys customizing every Pilates session to provide a safe & effective workout for clients who are ready to achieve their goals. Caitlyn’s mission is to help her clients thrive in their Pilates practice and carry the balance and benefits they feel with this mindful movement into everyday life.

Michelle Lo is the owner and operator of Club Pilates New Hyde Park. She is a fitness enthusiast for many years and decided to share her passion for health and wellness to the community. New Hyde Park will be the first of 3 studios she is looking to open in the area. As a cancer survivor, she understands the strong connection between mind and body for a healthier lifestyle. She hopes you share her passion and join us for a better lifestyle. We are stronger together.

Tara has been in the fitness industry for approximately 20 years. Starting with Spin and became certified with Mad Dogg Athletics. Through an injury, Tara found the powerful healing benefits of Pilates, became certified by Power Pilates and has been teaching mat Pilates since 2004. In 2010, Tara became certified in Barre and added that class to her weekly schedule. In addition to these certifications, Tara has taught indoor running classes and loved watching people accomplish their goals and enjoy running. She is a two time finisher of the NYC Marathon as well as various endurance races. It was with her own personal struggle of dealing with a heart defect as a child that her will to overcome obstacles began. Through all of her own training and experiences, she has been able to help others find their motivation and achieve their goals. She is also a breast cancer survivor. Tara’s love of the Pilates work and its ability to transform the body is what drove her to share it with others. She was excited to to complete her comprehensive certification and uses her enthusiasm and knowledge to instruct and support others. By teaching privately, and in group classes in gyms, studios, wellness centers and homes on Long Island and Western Queens, she has seen first hand how exercise can change a person into physically, mentally focused and self confident individuals. When Tara isn’t teaching, you can find her busy with her family and enjoying the great outdoors. Her favorite quote is: “Physical fitness is the first requisite of happiness” by Joseph Pilates.

Toni-Lyne teaches at Club Pilates.

Meet George. He is energetic and motivational with an infectious smile. He has over two decades of experience in the fitness industry as a personal trainer. He is certified through PTA Global Fitness and Club Pilates Teacher Training. He has also completed courses in suspension training, kettlebell and functional work which is where his passion lies. His approach to training stems from the fundamentals of functional training which replicated movements of daily life. His appreciation for the Pilates method and its correlation to functional training is evident in the way he trains and teaches. It comes across through his motivation, knowledge and innovative workouts. Having been exposed to Pilates and discovering its benefits for every single body, he hopes to engage more men and educate them the benefits of Pilates. We all know “real” men do Pilates! He loves teaching TRX Suspend and his favorite Pilates move is the “Teaser.” He loves Pilates other forms of fitness because you use more of our core while maintaining form. He says it’s not easy but fun! He joined Club Pilates for the energy level and the personal connection with the members. It’s like an extended family. Besides, Pilates, he enjoys biking and cooking breakfast. He’s a self-proclaimed pancake expert!

Liz teaches at Club Pilates.

Dana has had a varied career, including work in healthcare and law, but has always had a special interest in fitness and wellness. She holds a Bachelor’s Degree from Queens College, where she majored in Psychology. Dana is a Licensed Massage Therapist, having received an Associate Degree in that discipline from the Swedish Institute in Manhattan. She practiced for a number of years as a massage therapist, serving both private clients and working at a hospice organization, where she provided massage to patients, their caregivers and loved ones. Dana is also an experienced yoga instructor and has completed more than 300 hours of formal yoga teacher training. She has taught yoga in a number of venues in and around Garden City and continues to do so. Finally, Dana is an enthusiastic practitioner of Pilates. She has enjoyed Pilates so much and has been so impressed with the many benefits that it provided her that she enrolled in the Club Pilates teacher training program. Dana believes that Pilates can improve the wellbeing of almost anyone regardless of age or fitness level. She looks forward to sharing her enthusiasm for Pilates and offering its many benefits to a diverse array of students.

Diana has been teaching in the fitness industry for over 12 years. Her certifications include AFAA Group Fitness, Keiser Indoor Cycling, Pilates Suspension Method (Foundations) and is Classically trained by Peak Pilates on all apparatus. In addition, she has a 23 year career as a professional fit model in the fashion industry. Her modeling career requires her to maintain her size and body measurements to a “T”. Living a healthy lifestyle and sticking with a steady exercise program is the key to her success! Diana enjoys creating fun but challenging classes for her students. She believes "working out" should be the best part of your day, and hopes to inspire you to feel the same way!

Maria brings a wealth of experience from the fitness industry and most recently has been teaching at Club Pilates for over a year now! She is also a sommelier with many other skills sets when she was in the restaurant industry with Lidia Bastianich. She describes her style as energetic and therapeutic. After many years in the restaurant and hospitality industry, she made a decision to follow her heart and pursue her true passion in the health and fitness industry. In 2011, she received her NASM certification as a personal trainer along with other certifications including nutrition, kettle bells, TRX, and specializing in working with older adults Currently, her main focus is Pilates which she believes is a form of exercise that anybody can do into their 90’s. She says there is no better feeling than helping clients work to achieve their personal goals. She firmly believes the first step to success with anything in life is to show up and never, ever, ever give up!

Zenia Krause began her Pilates studies in 2014 at Power Pilates in New York City. She taught mat Pilates for New York Sports Clubs, since, and began teaching apparatus in 2021 for LA Fitness. Zenia has over 15 years of experience in the fitness industry, where she started as a Personal Trainer, and shortly after began teaching group fitness. She holds certifications through Power Pilates, NASM, ISSA, ACE. AFAA, and YogaFit. A lifelong fitness enthusiast and dedicated learner, Zenia is committed to using the Pilates method to helping others improve their well-being.

Christine’s love of movement started at an early age with long distance running. This passion for running expanded to the gym and engagement in personal weight training programs and eventually to military service. It was during Christine’s military service that she found a passion for teaching and decided to obtain a masters in instructional technology and design. Eventually, wanting to be more engaged in research, writing and publishing, she eventually earned her doctorate. Retirement from the military eventually opened up more time to explore new opportunities for research, writing, and marathon training but the group camaraderie in working with others toward the achievement of a common goal she experienced during her 20+ years of military service was now missing. Christine found Pilates and instantly developed a passion for developing the mind-body connection and the concept of functional movement. Moreover, Christine discovered that she could combine her teaching and fitness background within the Pilates environment and work with like-minded people in helping others to achieve and maintain a high quality of life through movement.

Mary brings over 20 years of experience in the fitness industry, specializing in Pilates, Group Fitness, and Personal Training. Originally Cornwall, England, she now lives in Merrick with her two children. In her downtime, Mary enjoys skiing during the winter months and staying active outdoors in the summer. Mary is passionate about designing innovative, challenging workouts that incorporate the art of Pilates to enhance total body strength, flexibility, balance, and overall well-being. It is her absolute pleasure and privilege to challenge and inspire clients of all levels

Tina’s passion for Pilates began 15 years ago when she took her first Pilates class and fell in love. She couldn’t get enough of it and joined as the first member with Club Pilates in New Hyde Park. In 2020, Tina incurred a severe debilitating back injury and needed immediate surgery. Through the recovery, Tina completed the comprehensive teacher training program through Club Pilates and certified in all Pilates apparatus. With years of practice connecting the mind and body, Pilates aided in her recovery. Tina is stronger and has the self awareness to work safety in her range of motion. She is committed to using the Pilates method to help others improve their well being. Tina loves to teach Suspend and teaser is her favorite Pilates move. She likes to bring a little creative challenge each time to her classes. We can never get enough core strength and stability. In her free time, she enjoys spending time with family and friends, and strengthening her own Pilates practice.

With over 15 years in the beauty industry, Lauren has worked with some of your favorite brands. Along with beauty, Lauren has always been passionate about health and fitness, but struggled to find a workout routine that truly resonated with her—until she took a Club Pilates intro class. That class was a game-changer, and she quickly became hooked, and eventually enrolled in the Club Pilates Teacher Training program. This decision sparked a newfound passion for fitness, and Lauren is now dedicated to helping others maximize their workouts through Pilates. Lauren believes Pilates is for everyone, no matter your age or fitness level. She teaches with enthusiasm, always delivering her cues with a smile—even through those tough moves you love to hate. Whether you're a beginner or seasoned practitioner, Lauren’s goal is to empower you to discover the full potential of Pilates in every class.

Pelin has a deep passion for Pilates and wellness. In addition to becoming a comprehensively trained Pilates Instructor through the Club Pilates Teacher Training program, she also recently completed her yoga teacher training. She has been devoted to Pilates since middle school, discovering her love for the reformer during college. Pelin is eager to broaden her expertise in the fitness industry by pursuing more certifications, driven by her commitment to lifelong learning and her creative approach to wellness.

Laura's journey with Pilates began nearly five years ago as a simple hobby, but it quickly turned into a passion that reshaped her life. A lifelong fitness enthusiast, Laura found Pilates to be the perfect way to stay active and healthy while working in the corporate world of textiles. Inspired by her own transformation, she decided to deepen her knowledge and pursue her Pilates Comprehensive Teacher Training through Club Pilates. Now, as a certified instructor, Laura is excited to share her love for Pilates with others. Her goal is to help clients achieve their personal Pilates milestones, whether it's improving flexibility, building strength, or finding balance in their daily lives. Pilates is not just a workout for Laura—it's a way of life, and she's thrilled to guide others on their journey to wellness.

Teacher teaches at Club Pilates.

Lisa has been a passionate fitness professional for 30 years. She began her fitness journey at 4 years old with tap, ballet and gymnastics. Her mother would always bring her to her exercise classes and they allowed Lisa to participate. Upon high school graduation, a fitness instructor approached her and asked if she was interested in teaching because she felt she was a natural. 30 years later and she is still at it! Over the years she has taught many different formats including but not limited to step, kickboxing, Boxing, Zumba, body sculpting, indoor cycling, aqua fitness, boot camp, senior fitness, children's fitness, HIIT, mat Pilates and now Pilates reformer. Lisa has happily taught anywhere from 15-25 classes a week all while raising 6 children. Fun fact: She NEVER took a day off during my pregnancies, she taught until she was literally in labor!! She is also a professional singer and children's entertainer. You may sometimes hear her singing in class to help distract you from the burn.

Paris is a self described lifelong puzzle-lover and nerd at heart. Whether it’s solving the Rubik’s Cube, picking up a new language, or working on a sewing or crochet project, she approaches everything with curiosity and a desire to understand how it works in its deepest levels. That same mindset is what drew her to Pilates—an elegant system where the body becomes the most fascinating puzzle of all. Once she discovered Pilates, she dove deep. she read every book she could find, from anatomy to classical texts, and she continues to be inspired by the original principles laid out by Joseph Pilates. She aims to honor those foundations in her teaching while making the method accessible, empowering, and thoughtful for every client.

Katy’s Pilates journey began as a way to manage chronic injuries from her athletic background, but it quickly became something she truly loved. She enjoys teaching the fundamentals and helping clients connect to their bodies in a meaningful way. Outside of the studio, Katy is a mom of two girls and loves playing tennis whenever she can.

Rachel brings a unique blend of artistry, discipline, and compassion to her Pilates teaching. Trained as a dancer, she earned dual degrees in Dance and Psychology from Mercyhurst College, where she was first introduced to Pilates as a way to support her training and performance. She quickly discovered that the structure and precision of Pilates mirrored the discipline of ballet, sparking a passion that has stayed with her ever since. Now a mother of three, Rachel has embraced teaching Pilates as her “second act.” She completed the comprehensive Club Pilates Teacher Training Program, where she developed advanced knowledge of movement, anatomy, and instruction. With her background in both dance and psychology, she approaches every class with an understanding of both the body and the mind, creating a supportive and empowering environment for her clients. Whether you’re new to Pilates or looking to deepen your practice, Rachel is passionate about helping others improve their strength, flexibility, and overall well-being through mindful movement.

Terehas teaches at Club Pilates.

Rhonda teaches at Club Pilates.

Justyna is from Long Island, NY and have been practicing Pilates for about 10 years and became a Classically Comprehensively Certified Pilates Instructor due to her passion for holistically helping clients achieve their fitness goals. She teaches to improve posture, coordination, flexibility, and overall vitality rather than just aesthetic results. She believes Pilates is more than just exercise; it is "Contrology," or the conscious integration of the body, mind, and spirit. She aims to create an empowering and motivating environment for all clients! As Joseph Pilates said, "In 10 sessions you’ll feel the difference, in 20 sessions you’ll see a difference, and in 30 sessions you’ll have a whole new body". She is fluent in Polish and outside of the studio, you will find her traveling with her dog Zoey hiking and chasing sunsets & summits.

TBD teaches at Club Pilates.

Sharon teaches at Club Pilates.

Carlos teaches at Club Pilates.

Theresa teaches at Club Pilates.