Pilates instructor

Educator Highlight : Mirko Turla

I love being able to help others reduce or eliminate body pains, improve their movements and their relationship with their bodies. I truly believe that this ultimately translates into a happier life and spirit.Read More

Mentor Highlight : Christophe Blanc, Hong Kong

Our mantra should be to live a life that is pain free so we can enjoy and savor every moment. As a mentor, I love to teach students the theory and science behind Pilates and help them to understand why Pilates can change peoples’ lives.  The Pilates approach to movement is unique and fascinating: it requires a methodical approach, linking the mind and body.Read More

Factors to Design the Best Pilates Session: Part II

A successful movement program based on the Pilates repertoire acknowledges the different influences that create the context of the student’s motor response. Every human being, even with the same type of training, responds differently. Therefore, we will approach our programming from multiple perspectives. Read More

Factors to Design the Best Pilates Session: Part I

Does the “magic” Pilates class exist? One that serves both the student and the instructor? How are the best exercises chosen? Can a session be suitable for each and every member of the class? We’ll explore how to design the perfect class…Read More

Educator Highlight : Murat Catbas, NCPT

“I started off with Polestar in Cologne. My first educators were Nina Metternich and Susanne Dickhaut under Alexander Bohlander. I took a master training with Balanced Body under Nora St. John. Studying with Shelly Power was a miraculous way back home as educator and Brent is continuous enlightenment.”Read More