Rebecca fell in love with Pilates after taking her first reformer class in 2018. At that time, she was working full-time and in graduate school part-time, and needed to find a physical activity that helped her correct the damage the long hours sitting in front of her computer screen was doing to her body. She loved that she started to feel stronger and more flexible after just a few weeks of classes and quickly saw the impact Pilates was having on her movement and posture. She earned her certification at VIDA in order to gain a deeper understanding of the practice, while also to help others discover the benefits of Pilates for themselves. She’s interested in creating spaces where everyone—regardless of their economic class, race, body size, gender, etc.— is welcome to practice Pilates. When she’s not teaching or practicing Pilates, Rebecca works as a Policy Advisor for a nonprofit.

Brent has been practicing Pilates since 2018, becoming a more serious student in 2020 during the pandemic. He found Pilates to be a great way to focus his attention on breathing while also improving my flexibility after being cooped up all day. Pilates has also helped with his weightlifting training, and he can personally attest to the benefits of a mixed exercise regimen. I completed my 400-hour comprehensive Pilates certification with VIDA Pilates in 2022. Brent loves teaching Pilates to all experience levels and looks forward to working with you!

Michelle started practicing Pilates in 2017 while recovering from foot surgery that left her unable to do her usual weightlifting and running. She immediately fell in love with the method and started teaching in 2021. Michelle received her Pilates equipment certification from Reformation Fitness and her Mat Pilates certification from Vida Pilates. She is also an AFAA Certified Group Fitness Instructor. Outside of Pilates, Michelle stays active hiking, mountain biking, and weightlifting, and loves to incorporate athletic exercises into the classical Pilates method.

Mona began practicing Pilates consistently during the pandemic after her usual gyms closed. She fell in love with the mind-body connection Pilates creates and was even more impressed with the strength, mobility, and flexibility she developed.

She completed her comprehensive certification at VIDA Pilates and specializes in pre and post-natal Pilates and Pilates for athletes. Mona believes that Pilates is for everyBODY and that while it can stand on its own, Pilates is a perfect complement to every exercise routine. Her classes are fun and you’ll leave feeling stronger and taller!

Nancy began her teaching journey in 2003 as an AFAA Certified Step Aerobics instructor. She progressed her journey and became an AFAA Certified Personal Trainer in 2006 and continued training while managing multiple VIDA locations from 2012- 2018. During this time, Nancy fell in love with Pilates as it helped her manage recovery from triathlon training, and eventually through pre and post-natal recovery. In January 2022, Nancy had the opportunity to take her practice a step further and became a 400-hour comprehensive Pilates Teacher. She enjoys teaching people the foundation of Pilates and how, when done consistently, the program can enhance any fitness routine and improve overall lifestyle.

Kelly was first introduced to the Pilates method in 2002 while studying dance at Ohio University. Coming from an Irish dance background, this method provided amazing support for the transition into Modern/Contemporary dance forms, which require more full-body awareness and a deeper understanding of movement integration.

Pilates continued to be present in various capacities throughout his 17-year career with the Dana Tai Soon Burgess Dance Company. Upon retirement from dance, Kelly turned to Pilates as the path leading to his next movement adventure. He successfully completed his 400-hour comprehensive certification in the summer of 2022 from VIDA Pilates, and is grateful for the opportunity to explore and share this wonderful method with others!

Jeneva was first introduced to Pilates as a teenager during her dance training. After dancing for several years she noticed her body was out of alignment and started experiencing joint pain. Jeneva started taking Mat classes in 2009 in NYC and shortly after took the training to become a teacher. She has been teaching ever since. Jeneva was certified on all apparatus in 2012 and has taught in several studios in NYC and Washington, D.C. Her classes are accessible to all levels and incorporate both classical and contemporary movement. “My favorite thing about teaching is watching people experience the benefits of the Pilates and feeling better in their own body.”

Amanda has been in the fitness industry for over a decade and was certified in Pilates through VIDA Pilates. For her, Pilates was an instant passion. Through her own practice, she felt immediate changes in her body including pain reduction, strength, better posture, improved mood and more. She is passionate about making Pilates approachable for every type of person at every life stage. She believes that with the right customization and attention to detail, Pilates should be included in virtually every workout program to create a stable, balanced, and strong body. She is committed to making her Pilates classes not only efficient and effective, but also joyful and fun. When she isn’t in the Pilates studio, Amanda enjoys hanging out with her rescue dog and seeing Broadway musicals.

Julie studied ballet for over 26 years and needed an exercise method that would physically challenge her like dance once had- that was Pilates. Certified through Balanced Body, Pilates has helped Julie develop her core strength after 4 pregnancies. My style is classic with a twist but my passion is empowering people to be the best versions of themselves. Seeing my clients reach their goals is incredible but being on the journey with them and encouraging them is truly rewarding, and it has been an honor to help them.

Stefanie was drawn to Pilates after graduating college; she grew up taking ballet classes, so it was a natural progression for me to start practicing Pilates. Stefanie received her 400-hour comprehensive Pilates certification through VIDA Pilates and really enjoyed learning more about the fundamentals of Pilates and deepening her practice. She uses her love of Pilates mat to find creativity in her reformer & tower classes – almost every class will include some time on the chair as well! Pilates provides a foundation to constantly find new challenges and she enjoys finding ways for students to gain strength to improve their everyday lives.