Anita Horry NCPT® is a Classical Pilates teacher with 20 years of experience, teacher trainer, mentor, and founder of Anita Horry Academy. Originally trained through Power Pilates, Anita’s foundation is rooted in the Romana Kryzanowska classical lineage. She later continued her education with Lolita San Miguel, one of only two people personally certified by Joseph Pilates, and went on to study the LEAP programme with the late Bob Liekens, who played an instrumental role in the development of Romana Kryzanowska’s teacher training programme, manual, and examination system. Bob continued to mentor Anita until his passing in 2018.
Through Anita Horry Academy, Anita leads international teacher training programmes, continuing education workshops, and mentoring for Pilates teachers and studio owners. Alongside her work as an educator and mentor, Anita is committed to raising standards in Pilates education and supporting the development of high-quality teacher training within the profession. Her work focuses on helping teachers understand Classical Pilates as one complete, intelligent, and interconnected system.

Angelie is the CEO of TEAM Pilates® and Ascend Mentoring, a Principal Educator for Balanced Body Education and an International presenter. She is an NCPT® through the National Pilates Certification Program, Pilates Method Alliance and a licensed GYROTONIC® , GYROKINESIS® with over thirty years in the industry. She has become well known for her work with Scoliosis and Chronic Pain. Angelie will be released her first book “Scoliosis~Bring in the Hope” in 2026. As a second-generation instructor, she blends the classical work she learned from Pilates Elder, Romana, with the therapeutic techniques gained from her contemporary work with her own Scoliosis.

Angelie enjoys spreading the love of Pilates and movement worldwide, certifying and educating new instructors on how to work with specialty clients, run a new business, stay focused and avoid burnout. Making others successful and maintaining a high-quality of standard for the industry is her passion!

Angelie began studying Pilates back in 1988 due to severe Scoliosis. As a result of her practice, she had a successful career as a professional Ballet dancer, hired at the age of 14 as a company member with Colorado Ballet, she is still surgery-free!

Angelie received the “Excellence in Healthcare” award at the Health 2.0 conference in Singapore, December 2026. She was awarded Woman Of the Year by the YWCA in 2004. She has co-created and written several courses, manuals and DVDs, to include Balanced Body Continuing Education courses, a Pre and Post Natal Pilates DVD and Movement Therapy for Children Course Manual. She worked as an adjunct professor for the University of Missouri and University of New Mexico, as well as guest faculty at Texas A&M.

Angelie was one of the first individuals to take the PMA National Certification and obtain the NCPT status. She was originally certified by the PhysicalMind Institute in New York City in 1999 and became a Certifying Instructor/Teacher Trainer for them in the spring of 2003, certifying numerous Pilates practitioners throughout the World. In addition, she has completed multiple Comprehensive Pilates Teacher Trainings with Core Dynamics under the tutelage of Michelle Larssen and Balanced Body Education. She is the owner/founder of Team Pilates®. Team Pilates® offers numerous continuing education courses in the Pilates Method, Pilates Movement Therapy for Children, Bosates® and other important topics in the industry. She has a Bachelor of Science degree in Human Resource Management and holds additional certifications as a Strain Counter Strain Practitioner, Personal Trainer from ACE, Aerobics and Fitness Association of America and NASM.

Dr. Brent Anderson, PT, PhD, OCS, NCPT is a physical therapist, leading movement scientist, and the founder of Polestar Pilates, a global leader in evidence-based Pilates teacher training. With over 35 years of experience in rehabilitation, Dr. Anderson has dedicated his career to merging traditional physical therapy with mindful movement. Early in his clinical practice, he recognized the power of Joseph Pilates’ work to expedite patient recovery, inspiring him to create Polestar’s world-renowned curriculum. To further advance the field, he earned a doctoral degree focusing on the impact of Pilates rehabilitation on chronic low back pain through the lens of psycho-emotional wellness and quality of life. 

Building on this foundational research, Dr. Anderson authored the highly successful book, Principles of Movement, which has become a vital resource for movement professionals worldwide. Continuing to push the boundaries of sports science and rehabilitation education, he most recently launched the cutting- edge Pathokinesiology Certification. He also continues to foster global dialogue as the creator and host of the popular Pilates Hour podcast, where he discusses complex case studies and movement science topics alongside international experts. 

In addition to his entrepreneurial and clinical pursuits, Dr. Anderson is a dedicated academic and educator. He serves as an Assistant Professor in the Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) program at the University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences in Miami, Florida, and holds adjunct professorships at the University of Miami, Hunter College, the University of Southern California, and New York University. A passionate public speaker and international consultant for hospitals and wellness organizations, Brent remains deeply involved in community and faith-based service, driven by a lifelong mission to impact the world, one positive movement experience at a time.

Since 2004
President, The Pilates Rehabilitation Education Association, Korea
President, Overseeing 66 Branches Nationwide
Authorized Education Provider for the PMA-ITTAP International Pilates Instructor Certification
PMA-NCPT International Certified Pilates Instructor
2022 – Presenter, PMA Las Vegas Conference (First Korean Presenter); 2024 Research Forum
2025 – Presenter, PMA Guangzhou Conference (First Korean Presenter)
2023–2024 – Presenter, PIA (Pilates Asia Conference)
2024–2026 – Presenter, Pilates On Tour (Korea & China)
2024 – Presenter, IDEA World Conference
2021–2024 – Presenter, IDEA Korea Conference
2024–2026 – Presenter, SPOTEC Japan Pilates Festa Conference
2026 – Presenter, APS Singapore Conference
2021–2024 – Presenter, AFIC Pilates Conference
2024–2026 – Presenter, KIMES-ACPR Asia Conference
2025 – Presenter, SPOEX-CKLZ Conference
2023 – Presenter, Gyeongju Healing Festa Conference
Professor, Department of Physical Therapy, Gumi University
Professor, Department of Rehabilitation Therapy, Gumi University
Professor, Department of Sports Rehabilitation and Exercise Management, Gyeongnam Provincial College
Special Professor, Department of Sports Rehabilitation, Daegu Health CollegeProfessor, Department of Physical Therapy, Hosan University
Guest Lecturer, Department of Physical Therapy, Yeungnam College of Science and Technology
2024 IDEA Korea Main Sponsor
2024 IDEA Korea Fitness Awards
* Classic Pilates Principle by.Jung Hee Won
* PHI Mat Reformer
* Peak Pilates Moudle 1
* Ron Fletcher Pilates Advance Intensive Tower Floor Barre Spine corrector Ped-o-Pul Mat Pilates
* PMI TYE 4
* Balanced Body (Mat . Reformer, Primal Movement Works)
* Ellie Herman Super Advanced ( Mat .Cadillac .Reformer .Chair Arc & Barrel .Spring Board .Barre)
*Co-author of a published book on Pilates apparatus Ellie Herman's Cadillac . Reformer

Daniel has been teaching Pilates for 28 years, and has been a Senior educator and Examiner for Polestar Pilates for 19 years. He originally started his career as an Exercise Physiologist, and over the years explored different types of movements such as Franklin method and Anatomy trains Structural integration. He has presented at several Polestar Asia conferences, and this year was the only Polestar presenter at the China Fit convention in Beijing. He has also participated in several panel discussions long longevity and the future of pilates for both China Fit and Technogym.

Dr. Hadar Schwartz is a physical therapist and the founder and professional director of Body Science, a school of movement education for instructors and therapists.

She earned her physical therapy degree from Tel Aviv University in 2008, completed a master's degree in physical therapy in 2018, and holds a PhD in public health from Tel Aviv University. Her doctoral work was a randomized controlled trial of 129 untrained adults, in which participants selected their own resistance training loads according to perceived effort rather than prescribed percentages. They achieved strength and metabolic improvements comparable to a standard prescription, while reporting a stronger sense of autonomy and a more positive training experience.

Hadar has directed Pilates teacher training programs since 2010 and has been NPCP certified since 2008. Body Science currently runs fourteen annual programs across three tracks, mat, apparatus, and rehabilitation support, taught by a faculty of fifteen instructors.

She presented at PMA conferences from 2010 through 2022 on Parkinson's disease, traumatic brain injury, diaphragmatic function in rehabilitation, chronic pain, and motor learning. Her professional focus is teaching instructors to read primary research critically and to program from mechanism rather than tradition.

Hi, my name is Jeff Huling and I was a PMA member in the past. I was the CEO and founder of CoreFirst and now Bala has purchased my company and we now offer the Bala Pilates method- the same great access accessible resistance Pilates system but now under the incredible design forward brand of Bala.

Dr. Juan Castellano, PT, PhD, is a physiotherapist, researcher, educator, and Founder of the Juan Castellano Institute in Spain. For more than 20 years, he has taught Clinical Pilates and evidence-informed rehabilitation to physiotherapists and Pilates professionals internationally.

His work focuses on advancing specialised physiotherapy through research, clinical reasoning, and exercise science, with particular interest in healthy ageing, neurorehabilitation, metabolic health, musculoskeletal rehabilitation, and human performance.

Juan is a contributor to the PMA Research Committee and is currently leading the development of an evidence-based framework that integrates Clinical Pilates with contemporary medicine and rehabilitation science. His educational approach bridges scientific evidence with practical clinical application, helping clinicians move beyond exercise repertoire towards biologically informed movement prescription.

He has presented internationally, published scientific research, and continues to collaborate with healthcare and education organisations to advance the role of Clinical Pilates within modern healthcare.

"Kyria Sabin is the Director of Fletcher Pilates, Inc. and Fletcher Pilates Studios, Inc. Recognized as a Master Pilates Teacher and Disseminator, Kyria began her studies with Ron Fletcher in 1991 and founded Body Works Pilates Studios in Tucson, Arizona, in 1993. In 1999, she initiated the first state-licensed Pilates teacher-training program in Arizona, a precursor to the Fletcher Pilates School.

Kyria is the founder and Director of Fletcher Pilates® and The Fletcher Program of Study, an international Pilates school offering a comprehensive curriculum and a wide variety of continuing education.

A graduate of Duke University, NPCP Certified Pilates Teacher, and Licensed Massage Therapist, Kyria developed the Pilates Program at the University of Arizona School of Dance, where she serves as Adjunct Faculty. She is an international presenter and has served on boards for the National Pilates Certification Program, the Pilates Method Alliance, the University of Arizona School of Dance, the Haven Center for Women, and the Foundation for Expanding Horizons."

Mat Training alvarez education in Vienna, Austria 2007.
Anna Alvarez, Pilates comprehensive teacher Trainer education 2012.
Teaching since then in Miami, FL and Portland and Bend, OR. Gstaad, Switzerland Winter seasons. Full time teacher in Vienna, Austria. Comittee Member Pilates Austria Association since 2024.
Spinefitter Educator Austria.
Passionate international Pilates teacher- 4 fluent languages: spanisch, englisch, french, german

Lauren Small graduated from the University of Florida with a BFA in dance in 1998, where she also helped to build the dance major program. Immediately after college, Lauren began her first professional dancing job as a Radio City Rockette in the Radio City Christmas Spectacular. She danced with Radio City for three years and then moved on to dance on various cruise ships. During her career as a Rockette, she sustained a leg injury and used Pilates to rehabilitate. After falling in love with the Pilates method, she eventually transitioned from client to trainer and received her classical certification from Performing Arts Physical Therapy and The Pilates Studio of L.A in 2001, and later with Classical Pilates Education in 2013. Lauren was PMA certified in 2014 and maintains her NPCP accreditation. Lauren is a Teacher Trainer for Vault Barre, as well as Classical Pilates Education for over 10 years.

Maria Sevilla is a Nationally Certified Pilates Teacher, Pilates Master Teacher Trainer, licensed massage therapist, and functional medicine health coach with more than 20 years of experience in movement, anatomy, and whole-body wellness. She has trained and mentored Pilates teachers since 2010, helping teachers develop stronger observation skills, thoughtful programming, and confidence working with a wide range of bodies. Her teaching experience also includes anatomy and movement education at the Therapeutic Connections School of Massage. In 2019, Maria was selected to present at the Pilates Sports Center EXPO. As the founder of Sevilla Bodyworks in Spokane, Washington, she integrates Pilates, bodywork, functional anatomy, and health coaching into an individualized and practical approach. Maria is passionate about helping teachers move beyond memorized choreography and develop the critical thinking needed to teach with clarity, purpose, and curiosity.

Hi, I'm Monika, I'm a passionate Pilates instructor with a Master's Degree from the Academy of Physical Education in Krakow, Poland. I've been in the fitness industry since 2003 and teaching Pilates since 2007, almost 2 decades. I completed the full repertoire through Balanced Body in Dublin, Ireland.

In 2015, I began my journey into Classical Pilates and, in 2024, proudly completed the prestigious Master Program with The Pilates Center in Boulder, Colorado - often referred to as the "Harvard of Pilates." I also completed various Anatomy Trains certificates to deepen my understanding of fascia, movement, and body integration.

Since moving to Canada in 2015, I've worked with a diverse range of clients - from Olympic athletes to post-rehab. I also mentor newly qualified Pilates instructors, helping them build confidence and skill as they begin their teaching careers. My focus is always on intelligent, safe, and empowering movement. I believe Pilates is a powerful tool for transformation, healing, and lifelong vitality.

Dr. Nahit Baylan is a movement scientist, university lecturer, and founder of Fitkon Academy and Fitkon Pilates, with more than 25 years of professional experience in exercise science, Pilates, strength and conditioning, and instructor education. He earned his Bachelor’s degree in Physical Education and Sport from Marmara University in 2003, completed his Master’s degree in Sports Health Sciences in 2007, and received his Ph.D. in Movement and Training Sciences in 2014.

Dr. Baylan currently serves as a faculty member at Nişantaşı University, where he teaches exercise science, biomechanics, functional anatomy, and Pilates. Since founding Fitkon in 2008, he has developed comprehensive instructor education programs, designed professional Pilates equipment, and educated hundreds of instructors throughout Türkiye and internationally through Fitkon Academy, a Pilates Method Alliance (PMA) ITTAP Accredited Comprehensive Teacher Training Program.

He is a Pilates Method Alliance Nationally Certified Pilates Teacher (NCPT) and a National Strength and Conditioning Association Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist (NSCA-CSCS). He previously served as a STOTT PILATES Master Instructor Trainer in Türkiye and has completed advanced training in all major Pilates apparatus, prenatal and postnatal exercise, scoliosis management, injuries and special populations, and functional movement.

Dr. Baylan also serves as President of the Sports and Exercise Specialists Association (SEUD), contributing to the advancement of professional standards in exercise science, instructor education, and evidence-based practice in Türkiye.

In addition to his work in Pilates education, Dr. Baylan has worked as a strength and conditioning coach for elite tennis players, including Turkish National Team training camps, and continues to work with high-performance athletes. His research focuses on biomechanics, movement science, spinal health, exercise programming, athletic performance, recovery, and Pilates education. He has presented scientific research at the European College of Sport Science (ECSS) Congress and has participated in numerous international educational programs across Canada, the United States, Germany, Italy, Norway, and the United Arab Emirates.

As an educator, researcher, entrepreneur, and equipment designer, Dr. Baylan is dedicated to integrating contemporary exercise science with authentic Pilates education. His mission is to advance evidence-based teaching, enhance movement quality, and support the professional development of Pilates instructors worldwide.

Shari Berkowitz is a Pilates Teacher of Teachers and scientist holding a Master’s of Science in Ergonomics and Biomechanics from New York University (NYU). Through her company, The Vertical Workshop, she researches all aspects of fitness and movement, writes The Pilates Teacher Blog, creates Pilates continuing education products/tools, runs The Vertical Workshop Pilates Teacher Training Program, and teaches workshops and sessions. Applying Shari’s IAT methodology she trains and coaches athletes outside of Pilates in multiple movement modalities and sports. Her combined work in science and movement gives her a rich base from which to share.

Sophia Cannonier is a classically trained Pilates teacher, professional ballet dancer and movement educator whose work brings together precision, artistry and a deeply personal understanding of the body. A former dancer with Dance Theatre of Harlem, she discovered Pilates while recovering from dance-related injuries and later pursued her formal training with Romana Kryzanowska.
Her teaching is further informed by her education in anatomy and physiology as a licensed massage therapist, her certification as a Guild Certified Feldenkrais Practitioner, and her experience as a Pilates Method teacher trainer. She was selected by The PhysicalMind Institute to serve as an international certifier for the Pilates Method in Bermuda and is also the founder of the Health Co-op.
Sophia blends the discipline and grace of classical ballet with the strength, order and flow of the classical Pilates method. Warm, intuitive and precise, she helps students build strength, improve posture, increase flexibility and move with greater confidence, awareness and purpose.

Vera, a Nationally Certified Pilates Teacher, has been teaching dance and Pilates for 32+ years! She wants her clients to build strength and endurance, and improve mobility and balance in order to enjoy life "with zest and pleasure" (Joseph Pilates). Her private lesson and duet sessions are client-focused and provide full-body workouts while managing any chronic injuries and conditions. As a Pilates teacher trainer for 12+ years, Vera has a wealth of knowledge to share in professional development sessions with Pilates instructors and Pilates-based physical therapists.

Vera graduated with a Comprehensive Pilates Certificate from Vitality Pilates' Teacher Training Academy in 2010. She is a member of both the International Association of Dance Medicine and Science and the Performing Arts Medicine Association, and has presented at IADMS and PAMA conferences. Vera is also a Pilates Method Alliance member, serves on the PMA research committee, and is a volunteer practitioner for the Seattle Dance and Performing Arts Medicine free injury clinic.