As a lifelong dancer, Tamara started her journey with Pilates and Yoga in 1996 which sparked her passion for understanding movement and finding clarity in the complexities of human function. Tamara holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Dance & Pre-Movement Therapy and numerous certifications including Kripalu Yoga, Polestar Pilates, Merrithew Stott Pilates and Pilates Method Alliance. Her additional role in the Pilates community is Mentor/Educator for Polestar Pilates students. She previously had been trained in dance specific rehabilitation and has taught for Joffery Ballet Midwest Summer Program. Continuing to further her studies with some of the brightest minds in movement science and rehabilitation she has completed advanced studies in spinal pathologies, adaptations for scoliosis, biomechanics, pain management, movement science and adaptations for joint replacements. She is also a Pregnancy and Postpartum Exercise Specialist in pelvic floor dysfunctions, diastasis recti and also Pelvic Floor Fascial Trainer Expanding on her passion and hunger for learning how best to work with the human body in 2018 she has completed an immersive training in AIM gait analysis with Gary Ward and Runity running biomechanics with Juan Nieto.

Tamara has a contemporary style of teaching that integrates the principles of multiple modalities to help simplify the complexities of movement for her clients. She has an attentive hands on approach to alignment and detail. Her practice is centered around those with specific performance goals or rehabilitation needs at any age in life.

Additional Trainings Anatomy Trains Myofascial Meridians for Movement Therapist Pilates Adaptations for People with Scoliosis Schroth Method for Scoliosis Principles of Osteopathy for Movement Professionals Assessment and Dysfunction Advanced Assessments in Movement Biomcechanics Pathokinesioloy of Lumbar Spine Neurokinetic Therapy Level 1 Fascial Foot Anatomy in Motion- *Gait Analysis Closed Chain Biomechanics of the Lower Limb Prenatal/Postnatal Yoga Therapy Pilates for clients with MS

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Dr. Ciolino is a Doctor of Physical Therapy and has been teaching yoga for 10 years. She specializes in working with individuals with Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome and Hypermobility Spectrum Disorder and also has a specific interest in delivering trauma-informed care. Her expertise in the field of physical therapy has been recognized in prominent publications, including being quoted in The New York Times and National Geographic. She is particularly passionate about helping others find the ideal balance of movement and rest in their lives.

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Kathy Clark, NCPT

Kathy is a comprehensively trained and nationally certified Pilates Teacher (NCPT) and (ACE) certified group fitness instructor. She has been involved in the fitness and movement industry for over 30 years, including past certifications as a personal trainer, water safety instructor, and synchronized swim coach (age group and collegiate). Her love for dance and water began at an early age and has been a competitive synchronized swimmer for over 50 years – competing nationally and internationally at the age group, collegiate and now master’s level. A former triathlete and runner, she has finished sprint to Ironman triathlons and marathons.

Kathy believes very strongly in the Pilates method - the connection of breath, mind and body and how movement can have a positive impact on one’s overall health and wellness. Pilates is for everyone – at every stage of life. Pilates meets you where you are at. She enjoys and has worked with children, adults, and special populations.

She looks forward to being a catalyst for her clients in trying new activities, in seeing her clients continue to be able to do the things in life they love, and having them feeling good about themselves in their bodies.

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Anne is a Polestar Pilates Comprehensive Instructor, Occupational Therapist and Certified Brain Injury Specialist. She has 30 years of experience in Neurorehabilitation. Anne honors the unique set of skills, interests, challenges and motivations in every client and provides individualized Pilates sessions accordingly. She has strong skills in assessment, treatment planning and development of evolving home exercise programs to provide opportunities for continued growth outside of the studio. Her areas of interest include Brain Injury Rehabilitation, Vestibular and Balance Retraining, Kinesiology, Therapeutic Yoga, Osteoporosis/Osteopenia safe exercise, and Menopause symptom management through movement.

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Angela Sutcliffe is a GYROTONIC® and GYROKINESIS® Trainer, and STOTT PILATES Certified Instructor. She was introduced to Pilates and the GYROTONIC® method during her time studying dance at Wayne State University in Detroit, Michigan, where she graduated with a Bachelor of Fine Arts. After graduation, she moved to New York City to pursue a professional dance career and while doing so, she worked for several notable fitness studios and master trainers throughout Manhattan.

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As a dancer, Angela connected instantly with these movement modalities. Her passion grew after she realized how beneficial it is for everyone, including her mom who has rheumatoid arthritis. Throughout years of teaching, she has worked with several diverse populations of people with a broad range of fitness and wellness goals. This experience has given her the knowledge to help each unique body to find ways to move mindfully and joyfully. Angela now is now located near Ann Arbor, Michigan where she lives with her fiancé Scott and their puppy Mozzie (Mozart).

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Sam has been a lifelong mover and movement has been the way she keeps her mind and body aligned and grounded. She naturally gravitated to the practices of yoga and completed Baron Baptiste instructor training for level 1 yoga instructor. Sam has also studied and completed an immersion with Taryn Toomy’s strength and conditioning dance classes. Adding to her skills Sam completed Polestar Pilates Comprehensive Studio Training and became a fully certified pilates instructor. Movement has been a great source of healing and empowerment and has allowed for creative expression. Sam loves connecting with others through providing an inclusive space for a positive movement experience, meeting you right where you are.

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Tracy’s passion for functional wellness and movement training has evolved throughout her life. She has worked for over 25 years as an Occupational Therapist, helping people of all ages rehabilitate their bodies, integrate their nervous systems and maximize function in their daily lives. She holds a BA in Psychology, and a MS in Occupational Therapy. She is a Nationally Certified Pilates Instructor, a USPA New York Pilates Certified Instructor and holds additional certifications in Neuro-Movement, Bal-a-vis-X, Brain Gym, Feet-Ness, Konnector and Bellicon Rebounding.

Tracy discovered Pilates in 2013, when she was recovering from a lumbar disc injury. After exploring multiple avenues, she found Pilates to be the key to rebalancing and finally healing her body. In 2018, Tracy completed her comprehensive USPA Classical Pilates certification with second generation pilates teachers Brett Howard, Jen O’Mara and David Freeman.

Tracy is deeply committed to Pilates as a mind-body practice for all ages and abilities. She brings a unique and holistic approach to her pilates training, weaving together a strong background in anatomy, body mechanics assessment, neuro-movement training and sensory integration principles. She strives to help her clients achieve a more enriched and mindful movement practice that will profoundly impact their everyday function.

Workplace Wellness Consultation: Set up as a series in-services appropriate for lunchtime or staff meetings. Topics include a variety of subjects focused on improving and optimizing healthy practices in the workplace. Examples: Preventing Tech Neck, Reducing Eye Strain, Re-Focus/Re-Fresh, Healthy Backs, Healthy Feet, Happy Hands and Wrists. Programs are customizable to fit the workplace setting.

Bellicon Rebounder Training: As both an OT and a fitness instructor Tracy appreciates the long list of positive health impacts of Bellicon rebounding ranging from low impact cardiovascular benefits to vestibular training and improved lymphatic flow. In her OT practice, Tracy has found bouncing on the Bellicon rebounder to be very effective across all ages in helping people regulate their nervous systems and regain focus whether in the classroom or the office. Her fitness clients say they always feel happy when they are bouncing on the Bellicon and it is the most fun they have ever had working out. And best of all the Bellicon mat is a fun place to incorporate some mat pilates!

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