Club Pilates

Bios

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  Michele-Olivia Francois

  Michele-Olivia is currently finishing her Masters in Sport Physical Therapy and Conditioning at Drexel University. She completed her undergrad with a Bachelor of Science in dance with a concentration in Physical Therapy at Drexel University, June 2014. During her dancing career Michele went through many injuries, which geared her to add Pilates in her life. Pilates helped her tremendously in her rehabilitation, freeing her from all her dance pains and also helped her find new and improve strength in dancing as well as in everyday activities. She completed her training through the Drexel Pilates training program and was classically trained in all apparatuses. Along with her history with Pilates, conditioning and working at different physical therapy clinics (Fyzical Therapy, Aquahab Physical Therapy, Onpointe Physical Therapy...) Michele’s main goal is to teach movement as a source of strength, healing and staying in a pain free lifestyle.

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  Diane Ross

  Diane has been teaching in the fitness industry for over 20 years. She is a certified AFAA Group Exercise Instructor, AFAA Personal Trainer, Ballet Barre Instructor, and TRX Trainer. She began her fitness career teaching aerobics classes (kickboxing, bodysculpting, step, cardio, boot camp, BOSU, etc...) and was hooked instantly. As a result, she decided to attain her Personal Training certification and later began taking classical Pilates classes. She found it strengthened her core, improved her posture and increased her flexibility. Inspired by the power of Pilates, she went on to complete the Power Pilates 600 hour Comprehensive Training Certification so that she could share the many benefits of Pilates with others. She loves being able to make a positive difference in someone's life both physically and mentally and looks forward to working with her clients and teaching classes. Joseph Pilates said, "You will feel better in ten sessions, look better in twenty sessions, and have a completely new body in thirty sessions."

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  Crystal Smith

  Crystal Smith is a firm believer that Pilates is for working professionals and athletes alike. She has experienced Pilates both as a competitive athlete as well as a retired athlete. Pilates is the best for keeping you strong, flexible and balanced for all of the other things you enjoy doing in life! Crystal is a former Professional Figure Skater, USFS National Competitor, ISI World Bronze Medalist and toured with Holiday on Ice "1001 Arabian Nights" throughout Europe. Crystal is a trained Pilates instructor through Balanced Body University (EHS), Rocksalt Pilates and Pilates Suspension Method (PSM). She has a BS in Kinesiology: emphasis on Exercise and Movement Science with a concentration on Neuromuscular Science as well as Dance Aerobic & Fitness Certified and TRX Qualified (FTC/ STC/GTC). Crystal creatively fuses Pilates and her athletic training background together to create a class that is challenging, fun and helps you achieve your fitness goals. Crystal's motto is "learning through fun and encouragement!"

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  Ashley Walton

  Ashley has been in the fitness industry for six years. After a decade in the medical field, Pilates has become her way of life. She graduated from Saint Joseph's University in 2005 with a Bachelor's degree in Biology. She then worked as a medical technologist in Blood Banking at both the American Red Cross and for the University of Pennsylvania Health System. Then she decided to help prevent disease and injuries instead of merely treating them. In 2013, Ashley completed her first Personal Training Certification. In 2014, Ashley received her Associate in Exercise Science, as well as several more Personal Training Certifications. During her early years as a personal trainer, Ashley was intrigued by the power Pilates has on the Spinal Column. After giving birth to her son in 2010, she had experienced more issues with her own scoliosis. Her height went from 5'2 and 1/2 to 5'1 and 3/4. With years of personal practice, Pilates brought back the missing 3/4 of an inch! She has also seen great decreases in her chronic asthma attacks. Pilates has helped Ashley's clients and students work through sports injuries and arthritis. New mothers have enjoyed watching their abs get back to normal. Ashley has now been teaching Pilates and Group Exercise for several years. She completed the Peak Pilates Comprehensive program to get a Classical understanding of Pilates. Ashley's classes combine her contemporary background as a personal trainer and her Classical training through Peak Pilates. She loves teaching basic Mat and Reformer movements with the contemporary addition of the Bosu and TRX apparatus. Ashley is so thankful to help members and clients grow taller, breathe easier and live better every day.

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  Jaqi Au

  Name: Jacqueline Au (Jaqi) Place of Birth: Hong Kong Undergrad: University of Pennsylvania Masters/PhD: TBD. Maybe one day Pilates: Teaching since 2005 Training: PhysicalMind (2005/Lynda Lippin) Polestar (2006/ Brent Anderson) Peak (08/ Cameron MacDonald) Power Pilates (2010/ Bob Liekens) Style: Classical Mentors: Kathi Ross-Nash and Anthony Rabara, I meet with one bi annually and another bi-weekly Other training: Kettlebell. Reiki Master. Sound Healing. Institute of Integrative Nutrition

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  Ginny DiMedio

  Ginny DiMedio has been a dedicated Pilates student since 2003. She earned her BS in Business from Drexel University, furthering her education with a Business Teaching certificate from Drexel University and her Masters in Educational Technology from Rosemont College. After her Master’s study, she studied Curriculum and Instruction at St. Joseph’s University and received a Supervisory Certificate. Ginny taught in Camden School District and taught Computers and Business at Lower Merion School District for 15 years and was Director of Technology and Information for 16 years. After retiring from her career in education in 2009, Ginny decided to combine her expertise in teaching others with her passion for Pilates. Ginny completed her Level One Comprehensive Certification with Peak in 2013. She then completed another 700 hours of Comprehensive training at Body Precision in Bryn Mawr . As a practitioner and trainer, Ginny is continuously inspired by how Pilates re-educates and heals the body. She enjoys working with people of all fitness levels, while supporting their intention to have a healthy body and mind. Ginny likes to make each class challenging, but also encourages her clients to have fun and to enjoy Pilates and all of its benefits.

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  Connie Hinkle

  After graduating cum laude from Alvernia University with a BA in English with a concentration in Communications Media, Connie went into outside corporate sales. After over a decade in a successful career she found Pilates as a great way to reverse the effects of office posture. Connie developed a deep conviction that health comes from a properly moving body and it continues to inspire her to deepen her Pilates practice in order to help others.

• Sarah Ciliberto

  Sarah earned her Pilates certification from the Kane School of Core Intergration at Kinected in New York City. After an injury forced her into physical therapy, she discovered Kelly Kane's approach and never looked back. Sarah believes in functional movement in proper alignment and is passionate about being able to work the body while rehabilitating it. She continues to learn from different Pilates ideologies and enjoys working with clients of all ages and levels. She hopes to teach clients how to move safely and with purpose in a fun atmosphere!

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  Rebecca McCann

  Rebecca took her first Pilates class in January 2018 and immediately became hooked. She previously studied yoga, PiYo and was an avid runner. Rebecca’s passion for Pilates led her to the instructor training program offered through Club Pilates. As an instructor, she hopes to share her passion for Pilates with everyone, and share her enthusiasm with her students. Rebecca has always enjoyed physical fitness activities - running, biking and hiking. In her non-Pilates time, she enjoys spending time with her family, helping others and cuddling with her puppies.

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  Roseann Williams

  Instructor

  
My fitness journey began when I was a child, my grandfather (a self-taught fitness guru) would take brisk walks with me on the beach, teaching me how to breathe correctly and make the most of my workout. He was also well-versed in nutrition and the mind/body connection. My desire to bring the health and fitness message and to give back led me to pursue my personal training certification as well as my yoga, Reformer Pilates, Mat Pilates, Barre, and strength training certifications. My motto is “Never Give Up!” I feel privileged to inspire and train clients at any level of fitness, walk of life, or physical limitations. I have trained pre and post rehabilitative clients who have had cardiac, hip, knee, shoulder, and back issues. My clients range in age from 15 to 87. I find that continuing education and continuous research/reading/learning is what keeps me at the top of my game and is what I find keeps my clients from experiencing fitness plateaus or stagnation. Essential to everyone’s fitness no matter the age or fitness level is a whole-body program. I integrate Cardio, Strength, Balance, Flexibility, Nutrition, and Relaxation into each customized training plan. I look forward to assisting YOU and being a part of YOUR fitness JOURNEY, helping you reach your goals while getting the body and mind YOU deserve!
 Certifications: • ACE Certified Personal Trainer • BARRE Certified • AAAI/ISMA Certified Mat Pilates • Yoga Alliance 200 Hr. Certified Instructor • AAAI/ISMA Indoor Cycling Certified • AAAI/ISMA Strength & Weight Training Certified