‘Good governance depends on the ability to listen — especially to those who disagree with you.’

Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala

Pilates Method Alliance Board of Directors

The PMA Board of Directors is the governing body responsible for overseeing the strategic direction, policies, and long-term sustainability of the Pilates Method Alliance. Board members are elected to represent the interests of the global Pilates community and to uphold the organization’s mission, values, and professional standards.

Pilates Method Alliance President

Patricia Stevenson

Patricia has been a fitness professional since 1992, first as a personal trainer and then as a Pilates Instructor. She believes Pilates instructors should be recognized as skilled and knowledgeable professionals through certification and has served as SME for the NPCP since 2017. Patricia enjoys lifting others up through mentoring and is passionate about lifelong learning. In her own career and as Director of New Program Development for Lolita San Miguel, she enjoys writing, researching, and collaborating to create new programs. Patricia feels she can have a positive influence on the Pilates industry and provide a unique voice for instructors over 60 and for those with home studios.

pstevenson@pilatesmethodalliance.org

Vice President, Director (voting)

Petros Kouroupakis

My name is Petros Kouroupakis, born in Athens, Greece, with over 12 years of experience as a Ballet Dancer with the Greek National Ballet. Owner and founder of “Pilates & Dance Studio Petros Kouroupakis” in Athens, where I teach Pilates, Ballet, and Comprehensive Pilates Teacher Training Courses. I’ve been a Nationally Certified Pilates Teacher since 2015 and I am a member of the Pilates Method Alliance® USA. Specialized in Pilates for Dancers and Injuries, at BASI Pilates in Los Angeles. I also hold certifications in Fitness and Nutrition from the National Academy of Sports Medicine USA. Additionally, I earned a Bachelor's Degree in Communication, Culture, and Marketing from Panteion University of Greece. I also work as a professor of Pilates and Fitness at City Unity College in Greece and I served as a jury member for the Ministry of Culture of Greece for the ballet exams of professional dancers.

pkouroupakis1@pilatesmethodalliance.org

Treasurer, Director (voting)

Roger Mao

Rongrong(Roger) Mao is the founder of Mcorefit,INC,inventor of Moformer- first Pilates reformer digital weight integrated connected equipment. He also founded Pilates and fitness studio brands in China, led the Pilates teacher trainer program from start till acceleration by international standard. Prior to his entrepreneurship in fitness, he has worked for Ford focusing on global supply chain, where he interacts with people from all over the world. “Share More, Live Core” is his motto, so the spirit of his founded company Mcorefit. Roger Mao holds an MBA degree from The University of Chicago Booth School of Business.

rmao@pilatesmethodalliance.org

Secretary, Director (voting)

Alicia Border

Alicia is a passionate Pilates professional with a background in movement and education. She is the founder of Soul Motion Studios where she emphasizes the importance of mindful movement and inclusivity in her teaching. With years of experience in the corporate sector, Alicia combines her leadership and organizational skills with her commitment to fostering a supportive environment for all bodies. She is dedicated to expanding access to Pilates and promoting the benefits of the practice for strength, alignment, and overall well-being.

afborder@pilatesmethodalliance.org

Director (voting)

Tugce Irtem Arman

Tugce Irtem Arman, NCPT, is a Master Instructor and founder of Flow Pilates Academy in Istanbul, which is a Balanced Body Authorized Training Center. She is committed to advancing the Pilates profession, supporting instructor growth, and fostering a united and inclusive global community. Her mission is to promote the benefits of Pilates and contribute to the development of the Pilates community worldwide. Tugce teaches Balanced Body Teacher Training modules, leads workshops, and mentors instructors across Turkey, the Middle East, Europe and the UK. She also designs and runs continuing education programs that elevate professional standards and provide clear pathways for instructor development. Through internship, mentorship programs and workshops, she nudges instructors toward higher levels of skill, confidence, and professional impact, fostering both personal and collective growth.

Before her full-time Pilates career, Tugce spent over a decade in marketing and business consultancy, leading projects on growth, and brand building, managing P&L, and coordinating cross-functional teams in top telco companies. This experience equips her with strategic thinking, financial insight, and organizational leadership capabilities, which she now applies to her and others’ Pilates business. As the creator and manager of a YouTube channel with over 530,000 subscribers, she extends Pilates education to a wider audience, while building community and inspiring engagement through digital platforms. She also provides consultancy in business strategy and marketing for Pilates and sports businesses, integrating her corporate experience with her expertise in instructor development. This unique combination supports both educational excellence and organizational growth.

As a PMA Board Member, Tugce aims to support and strengthen global education standards, encourage professional development, and create a welcoming and supportive Pilates community where instructors worldwide can connect, collaborate, and grow together. She believes a good Pilates practice and a fulfilling client experience starts with good teachers and continuous learning. And she feels motivated to give oversight and share her experiences along these lines to elevate the Pilates profession worldwide.

tarman@pilatesmethodalliance.org

Director (voting)

Türker Bıyıklı

Prof. Dr. Türker Bıyıklı, Ph.D., DO, DPT, MBA, is an internationally recognized educator, sports scientist, and health professional with more than 25 years of experience spanning athletic performance, clinical rehabilitation, and Pilates teacher training. He is the Founding Director and CEO of Athletic House Academy, an ITTAP® Approved Teacher Trainer, and serves as Chairman of the Athletic Performance and Sports Medicine Association (APSM). He has played a pioneering role in bridging science and practice by developing internationally accredited programs that integrate Pilates, functional training, corrective exercise, and sports medicine into cohesive education models.

Dr. Bıyıklı began his career as a professional soccer player and skier before transitioning into academic and clinical leadership. He has held key positions with elite organizations such as Arsenal FC, Leeds United AFC, and Türkiye’s U21 National Soccer Team, and later served as Performance & Health Director for the Turkish National Wrestling Team, guiding them to multiple international championships. At the same time, he built a strong presence in clinical practice as CEO of HouseFit Clinic, providing advanced rehabilitation and return-to-play solutions.

Academically, Dr. Bıyıklı is an Professor at Marmara University and has previously led sports science and coaching departments at leading Turkish universities. He has authored books, scientific articles, and book chapters on exercise science, osteopathy, corrective exercise, and functional training, while mentoring countless students and professionals across Europe and beyond. His international credentials include certifications with NASM (CPT, CES, PES, Master Trainer), UKSCA, ACSM, NCSF, and ISSA, in addition to being a UEFA A Licensed Performance Coach. His contributions to Pilates are both deep and broad. Since 2007, he has been a Michael King Pilates certified instructor, later expanding into corrective exercise and Pilates-based rehabilitation education. He is the founder of integrated Pilates and functional training programs in Türkiye, developing continuing education workshops for physiotherapists, fitness coaches, and movement professionals. Recently, he earned ITTAP® Qualified Teacher Trainer recognition and ISSA Pilates Instructor certification, further consolidating his expertise. His unique approach combines Pilates principles with clinical and performance sciences, creating innovative frameworks for rehabilitation, athlete conditioning, and lifelong health.

As a thought leader, Dr. Bıyıklı has chaired international congresses, including the International Congress on Athletic Performance and Health in Sports (ICAPHS), held annually as part of the World of Sports Fair in Istanbul. These platforms bring together global experts in sports science, physiotherapy, and Pilates to advance education, collaboration, and professional standards. His leadership extends to his role as a Board Member of Europe Active’s Strength & Conditioning Committee, where he contributes to shaping international standards for exercise and fitness professionals. Dr. Bıyıklı brings to the PMA Board a vision of building stronger bridges between Pilates, science, and health care. With his multidisciplinary expertise, international network, and passion for advancing education, he seeks to support the PMA’s mission of upholding integrity, inclusivity, and excellence in Pilates worldwide. His commitment lies in ensuring that Pilates continues to thrive as both a professional discipline and a global movement practice rooted in evidence-based principles.

tbiyikli@pilatesmethodalliance.org

Director (voting)

Kristina Halsig

As a University of Michigan - Ann Arbor graduate currently based in Los Angeles, I have always been passionate about health and wellness. Following two knee surgeries, I discovered Pilates and was inspired to pursue it professionally. In 2023, I completed my Pilates Teacher Training with Keary-Ann Bixby at The Body Process in Culver City, CA. For over a year and a half, I’ve had the privilege of teaching privates, semi-privates, and classes at The Body Process, where my contemporary, breath-centered style encourages strength and flow. In addition to my work in Pilates, I have an extensive background in Brand and Experiential Marketing, which gives me a unique perspective on wellness business practices. Balancing a high-stress marketing career, Pilates has been transformative in rebuilding my physical strength. I remain dedicated to learning, constantly expanding my knowledge through workshops, reading, and personal practice.

khalsig@pilatesmethodalliance.org

Director (voting)

Kristin Henry

Kristin has always had a love for movement. From yoga, to Muay Thai to acrobatics, She is a long time movement practitioner who aims to understand the full and balanced capacities of the human body. When Kristin discovered Pilates, she felt at home in a practice which pulls wisdom from many forms of movement. She holds several varied fitness certifications, and is a master trainer of both Pilates and Yoga. Kristin has pursued education opportunities abroad for a well rounded, and deep, understanding of Pilates and other modalities. She has herself taught movement disciples on four continents and has owned and operated a Pilates studio since 2019. Kristin encourages her teacher trainees to be lifelong learners, and to understand the “why” behind every choice. Outside the studio, Kristin can be found exploring the wilderness with her dogs, volunteering with her local animal shelters, or working toward her MBA.

kristin.henry@pilatesmethodalliance.org

Director (voting)

Noelle Lopez

Hello, I'm Noelle Lopez, a marketer, e-commerce leader, and Pilates instructor from Portland, Oregon. I have loved Pilates for over 20 years but got re-introduced to it in 2021 after chronic hip pain. My practice healed the pain and led me to a decision to teach. My motivation for teaching comes from a passion to keep people moving as they age so they can enjoy life. This hits close to home as I watched my parents struggle with many illnesses including a massive stroke.Helping my clients keep moving, get stronger, and improve balance and mobility brings me true joy. I also love the connection I get to build with each of them. As a newer member to the PMA, I vividly remember my first interactions with the alliance and the questions I had as I interacted. From my decades of work with consumers in the apparel and wellness industries, I have many ideas for engaging members, surfacing the work that is done behind the scenes, and growing awareness of events and opportunities for connection. I have worked with Balanced Body's marketing team and with instructors Ana Caban from the Classical side and Erika Quest from the contemporary side on projects for Balanced Body. I am excited to keep learning, meet more of you, and strengthen the community of the PMA.

nlopez@pilatesmethodalliance.org

Director (voting)

Bin Mou

With over 10 years of experience in Pilates teacher training and studio management, I have successfully founded and expanded five Pilates studios across Canada, with four more currently in development. My work spans multiple countries, including Canada, the USA, and China, where I have taught Pilates education and fitness courses. In addition to my expertise in the Pilates field, I bring a strong background in entrepreneurship, leadership, and management. My focus on business development, operational excellence, and client-centered approaches has driven sustained growth and innovation in the wellness industry. I am committed to fostering education and promoting health and well-being within the Pilates community.

bmou0456@pilatesmethodalliance.org

Director (voting)

Angela Niemeyer

I bring a unique combination of Pilates expertise, executive leadership, and community service to my candidacy. I am the Owner of Toluca Lake Pilates (TLP), where I lead programming, mentorship, and community partnerships. I previously owned Pilates Loves You and hold a 500-hour comprehensive Pilates certification. Before Pilates, I spent nearly two decades in media and brand marketing, serving in senior leadership roles including SVP of Sales & Marketing (BIG Outdoor), West Coast Sales Manager (Centro), Multi-Media Sales Manager (ESPN), and Brand Manager (Disney). These experiences sharpened my skills in strategy, communications, and partnership development—skills I now apply to advancing the Pilates profession.

At TLP, I lead instructors and staff, manage operations, and design programming that balances sustainability with client care. I also launched Strongish™, a 12-week teen program building resilience and confidence, coordinating instructors, parents, and studio resources. Beyond my studio, I have been active in community leadership and nonprofit service. Since 2014, I have served as an Advisory Board Member for BraveLove, a Dallas-based nonprofit honoring birth mothers through adoption advocacy. Locally, I revitalized the Toluca Lake Holiday Parade as Board President, transforming a 40-year tradition into a 501(c)(3) that now supports Penny Lane Centers with an annual mobile essentials drive for foster youth aging out. I have also served on the Toluca Lake Homeowners Association Board, co-chaired my children’s school Parents Association, and contributed as a volunteer and fundraiser for more than 12 years. Currently, I serve on the TLHOA Turkey Trot ’25 Committee and am launching the Toluca Lake Wellness Collective, a finish-line experiential campaign uniting local wellness brands.

Through these experiences, I have honed skills essential to board service: strategic planning, governance, community engagement, fundraising, and advocacy. My interest in serving stems from both passion for Pilates and a clear view of where the industry is headed. The market is growing rapidly, yet comprehensively trained instructors are not keeping pace—a challenge for studio owners, clients, and the integrity of the profession. Since the pandemic, shorter reformer-only certifications have surged, often bypassing the depth of Joseph Pilates’ full repertoire. While they meet demand, these programs leave instructors less prepared to serve diverse populations safely and confidently. This trend impacts hiring and, more importantly, the long-term quality and accessibility of Pilates. I have faced this challenge firsthand when hiring for my studio, which shaped my commitment to grow the next generation of well-trained, high-caliber instructors. Serving on the PMA Board is a natural extension of that mission. The PMA is recognized for its dedication to education and standards, and I would be honored to contribute my leadership, community experience, and business perspective to support growth, expand access to comprehensive training, and ensure Pilates continues to evolve as a safe, inclusive, and impactful practice.

aniemeyer@pilatesmethodalliance.org

Director (voting)

Cloe Sommadossi

Cloe, a NPCP Certified Pilates Instructor since 2014, is an International Pilates Educator and Teacher of Teachers based in Dubai. Born in Milan to a French-Italian heritage, she's been a Pilates devotee since age 14 and also holds a Master's in Food Science and Engineering. Cloe's global training spans both Classical and Contemporary Pilates methods, enriched by years of expertise in medical rehabilitation. In 2014, she founded the Pilates Academy® in Dubai, where she serves as the Owner and Master Trainer for P.A.I.® and Balanced Body®. With a scientific background and dynamic personality, she creates continuing education courses for Pilates professionals across the Middle East and beyond. Her certifications also include Master Trainer roles in Cardiolates®, SilkSuspension™, MOTR®, CoreAlign®, Anatomy in 3D™, and Fuse Ladder®, as well as Garuda® and Yoga Alliance® Yoga and Meditation 500HYTT Instructor credentials.

csommadossi@pilatesmethodalliance.org

Director (voting)

Laura Wilson

In 2002, Laura Wilson (née Bogdaniuc) immigrated to the US from Romania. She was first introduced to Pilates while working as a massage therapist. Seeing its benefits Laura enrolled with STOTT PILATES, and, in 2005, received her Full Certification and opened her first studio, Natural Pilates Beverly Hills. Laura became certified in Gyrotonic (2008), Vinyasa Yoga (2011), Resistance Training (2012), and Muscle Activation Technique (2012). Laura created her own Teacher Training Programs in 2017, which were recently accredited by the PMA’s ITTAP Program. In 2020, Laura began offering online workshops, which are now accredited by the NPCP. She was honored to present at the 2022 PMA Annual Conference.