Certified Instructors
Christie Freeman
Equipment, Mat, Pre/Post Natal, Doula
Christie Freeman first discovered pilates in college where she received a BFA in dance from California State University, Long Beach. After taking a course in pilates from Susan McLain (Former Graham soloist), Christie worked part time in the dance departments physical therapy room which was equipped with a cadillac, wunda chair and reformers. This is where she got her first taste of what pilates could do for the body. Christie suffered from chronic back, shoulder and neck pain. During her time in this therapy room she was able to focus her attention on herself and see the amazing results that can be achieved with a little dedication and the pilates practice.
Christie received her pilates mat and equipment certification from The Kane School of Core Integration in New York. Christie has attended additional workshops in continuation with her Pilates training; Pilates through Pregnancy with Debbi Goodman, MSPT, Pre and Post Natal Specialist Pilates Certification with Carolyne Anthony, Kinesthetic Anatomy and Biomechanics of Motion: Spine/Trunk with Irene Dowd, Relax your Neck - Liberate your Shoulders with Eric Franklin.
After giving birth to her first child in 2004, she became drawn to the journey of birth. Six weeks before giving birth to her second child in 2007 she attended doula training through DONA in search of a natural birth experience and is currently working on completing her doula certification.
Christie hopes that all will love the way they feel as much as she does after an invigorating pilates session whether it is for fitness or injury prevention and recovery.
Alexis Del Sol
Eqiupment, Mat, Pre/Post Natal
Alexis graduated from Stevens Institute of Technology in Hoboken in 2001. After working as an engineer in Los Angeles for a year, Alexis decided to make her passion of dance, her career. In doing so, Alexis earned her Pilates certification at Orange Coast College in Costa Mesa, CA. As a Pilates instructor, Alexis has worked at several Southern California Pilates studios, dance studios and community colleges. Alexis has returned to the east coast to persue her career in dance and become inspired by new Pilates ethusiasts.
Monica Bondi
Equipment, Mat, Pre Natal
Monica Bondi graduated from University of California at Santa Barbara in 2003 with a BFA in Dance. Shortly after graduating, Monica sustained a serious knee injury that resulted in knee surgery. As part of her rehabilitation program, Monica used pilates to regain strength, flexibility and coordination. This training sparked Monicas interest to further her education in pilates to facilitate her dance career and help others better their lifestyle.
Monica received her certification in pilates mat and equipment training from the Kane School of Core Integration in New York. Monica has attended additional workshops in continuation with her Pilates training; Pilates through Pregnancy with Debbi Goodman, MSPT and The Psoas with Kuan Hui Chew. Along with Monicas dance and pilates training she has studied Irene Dowds spirals under the instruction of Peggy Baker. Monica draws from her wide range of movement knowledge to create a customized session whether it be for fitness or injury recovery.
Caitlyn Petty
Equipment, Mat, Pre/Post Natal
Caitlyn has studied, choreographed and professionally performed all forms of dance for over twenty years and has been a student of Pilates and yoga for nearly ten. She received a Bachelor of Fine Arts in Dance from Wright State University and her Pilates certification from The Kane School of Core Integration in New York City. She believes that body awareness, breath, passion, determination, discipline and joy are essential elements to a productive conditioning session, be it for fitness and strength training, overall toning or injury rehabilitation.
Caitlyn’s goal is to make fitness enjoyable and rewarding for her clients through an understanding of the bodys proper alignment, encouraging them to their optimum fitness potential while guiding them towards a happy, healthy and whole life.
Sarah Smith
Equipment, Mat
Sarah Smith was born and raised in Fort Worth, TX. She attended Texas Christian University where she was first introduced to Pilates. She quickly realized how important Pilates was to her dance training and well being. In 2001 she was invited to be a part of the Broaway Theatre Project in Tampa, FL where she was able to train and work with legends such as Ben Vereen, Ann Reinking, Gregory Hines, and Julie Andrews among others. She graduated with a B.P.A. in Dance Performance from Oklahoma City University where her passion for tap and theatre dance blossomed. While attending OCU she performed and toured with the American Spirit Dance Company. She moved to NYC in 2004 to pursue a career in musical theatre. The highlight of her career as of yet is playing a dancing poinsettia among other christmas characters in Neil Goldberg’s Christmas Dreams in Branson, MO. She received her Pilates Mat Certification from The Kane School of Core Integration in New York and is very excited to share her love and passion for Pilates with others.
Kathleen Flynn
Mat, Yoga
Kathleen Flynn is a choreographer and performer whose work in dance and theater has been seen internationally, off-Broadway, and at numerous regional venues. She received her BFA in Dance and BA in Journalism from Rutgers University in 1997. After which, she moved to Manhattan for seven years, danced professionally, and produced her own work. Kathleen studied on scholarship at the Merce Cunningham Studio in 1998 and 1999 and later received a scholarship to attend NYU, Tisch School of the Arts. There, she completed her MFA in Dance and studied pilates under Kathy Grant. Kathleen has headed the Dance Department at Middlesex County School of Performing Arts for four years, as well as taught dance during the summers at The American School in Lugano, Switzerland. She completed her Mat Certification at the Kelly Kane School of Core Integration in March 2007 and is passionate about practicing and teaching pilates.
Dianne Wise
Equipment, Mat, Post Natal
Dianne received her Pilates Mat and Equipment certification from The Kane School of Core Integration in New York City. There she has studied post natal with Debra W. Goodman. Dianne also runs a Pilates program at Orthopedic Care Physical Therapy Center in Fair Lawn to further help patients in their rehabilitation. She believes that the benefits of Pilates, whether you are rehabilitating an injury or working out to tone your body, far exceed the effort put into it. She strives to provide her clients with a fun and effective way to achieve their goals.
In addition, Dianne graduated with a B.A. in dance from DeSales University in Pennsylvania. After graduation she returned to New York to continue her passion for movement. She has performed with several companies including Bindaas and Notes In Motion, as well as Paula Paul's Isis International in Las Vegas.
Masha Dashkina Maddux
Mat
Mariya (Masha) Dashkina Maddux was born and raised in Kiev, Ukraine
and moved to the United States in 1999. She received dance training
from the Thomas Armour Youth Ballet in Miami, FL and the New World
School of the Arts, where she graduated summa cum laude with a BFA in
Dance. Currently, she performs and tours with the Martha Graham Dance
Company. While in college she was introduced to and studied Pilates,
Anatomy, and Physiology. The combination of these fields of study
offered her a distinct awareness of the body and correct alignment
essential for strengthening and injury prevention. The excitement over
her knowledge developed a passion for continuous improvement and
inspired Masha to become a Pilates instructor. In 2007, she received
her Pilates Mat Certification from Core Pilates in New York. With her
extensive knowledge of movement and alignment, acquired through years
of dance training, Masha focuses on quality, detail, and proper class
flow that results in a healthy workout.
Licensed Massage Therapist
Candice Pilgrim, LMT
Endlessly amazed with the human body, Candice has had an affinity for massage therapy since her first spa experience. A passionate enthusiast of natural living and supporting the body’s innate ability to heal itself, massage therapy seemed to be a natural progression. Using a foundation of traditional Swedish techniques, she incorporates elements from an array of Eastern and Western holistic modalities—including Shiatsu, Reflexology, Polarity, and Craniosacral Therapy—to facilitate an experience of rejuvenation, relaxation, and balance. Candice creates a safe and nurturing environment for her clients on their unique journey and believes massage is a powerful and effective way to stay healthy. Her abilities have put her number on speed dial for NYC’s savvy massage clientele. A graduate of the Swedish Institute, Candice holds a degree in Occupational Health and is a member of the American Massage Therapy Association (AMTA).