Our instructors
Nina
Natasha
Nina
Nina has worked in the fitness and wellness industry for over 25 years, bringing extensive experience across major gyms, boutique studios, and private training settings. She earned her first comprehensive Pilates certification in 2006 under Kelly Kane at the Kane School of Core Integration, followed by additional credentials including Ame
Nina has worked in the fitness and wellness industry for over 25 years, bringing extensive experience across major gyms, boutique studios, and private training settings. She earned her first comprehensive Pilates certification in 2006 under Kelly Kane at the Kane School of Core Integration, followed by additional credentials including American Red Cross Water Safety Instructor, senior fitness certifications, and aqua exercise training.
After teaching in three Manhattan Equinox locations, Nina sought a deeper academic foundation and completed a second full Pilates certification through the Real Pilates Program as a bridge student under the direction of Alycea Ungaro. She has since taught at Real Pilates and Mind Your Body Fitness. She is known for her precise instruction, supportive teaching style, and commitment to helping clients build strong, sustainable movement patterns.
Abby
Natasha
Nina
Abby has been involved in the fitness industry since 2012, starting as a personal trainer and group fitness instructor before becoming a classical Pilates instructor. Her passion for Pilates began after her first mat class, and she has been dedicated to it ever since. Abby loves witnessing the positive transformations Pilates brings to he
Abby has been involved in the fitness industry since 2012, starting as a personal trainer and group fitness instructor before becoming a classical Pilates instructor. Her passion for Pilates began after her first mat class, and she has been dedicated to it ever since. Abby loves witnessing the positive transformations Pilates brings to her students, helping them build strength, mobility, and confidence.
She earned her classical Pilates certification under Juliet Clingan at The Pilates Firm in Las Vegas and continues to learn from renowned instructors like Kathi Ross Nash. Abby also holds a BS in Radio-TV-Film from Texas Christian University, an MA in Creative Writing and Children’s Literature Theory from NYU, and an AAS in Fitness Technology and Exercise for Older Adults from Portland Community College. Outside of teaching, she enjoys writing and doodling.
Natasha
Natasha
Natasha
Natasha is an internationally recognized dancer, actress, writer, and teacher. Most notably, she danced as a Principal dancer with the Martha Graham Dance Company in New York City for 12 seasons. Natasha is a classical Pilates instructor who combines Joseph Pilates' original method with her own dance knowledge, movement rehabilitation, an
Natasha is an internationally recognized dancer, actress, writer, and teacher. Most notably, she danced as a Principal dancer with the Martha Graham Dance Company in New York City for 12 seasons. Natasha is a classical Pilates instructor who combines Joseph Pilates' original method with her own dance knowledge, movement rehabilitation, and kinesiology. Her calm demeanor and exacting eye for detail has made her a sensitive, and highly sought-after instructor. Clients working with Natasha can expect to grow stronger, increase their flexibility, decrease pain in their bodies, and feel more centered.
Abena owner of Abena Pilates
Abena's Pilates journey
Garland Studio, LA
Garland Studio, LA
Garland Studio, LA
Abena joined Garland Studio as an apprentice and became a certified Romana instructor under the mentorship of Trish Garland.
Winsor Pilates, LA
Garland Studio, LA
Garland Studio, LA
Abena had the privilege to join Mari Winsor's studio. The opportunity provided her the platform to perfect her teaching style.
True Pilates, NY
Garland Studio, LA
True Pilates, NY
When Abena moved to New York in 2016, she was welcomed as an instructor at True Pilates, home of the Romana certification program.