Club Pilates

Bios

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  ATHENA LIOLIOS

  INSTRUCTOR

  I was introduced to Pilates after breaking my pelvis at age 30. I was working as a Fitness Specialist at the time and was devastated thinking my athletic career was over, yet it was a blessing in disguise. After rehabilitating myself with Pilates, I knew this was going to be my future and I became fully certified on all of the equipment in 2000. I have been teaching for over 17 years at my own studio in Largo, Fl before recently relocating to MA. My Pilates teaching experience ranges from group classes to private clients as well as Barre and Pool Pilates. I am passionate about sharing the benefits of Pilates with all of my students. Please know there is no judgement and no competition - this is your practice!

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  TERESA GRIGNAFFINI

  INSTRUCTOR

  Teresa has been practicing Pilates since 2009. A Dental Hygienist since 1994, she noticed she had poor posture and a weak core and decided to try Pilates. It wasn’t long until she noticed the strength and flexibility Pilates offered her body. Always an active runner, she noticed an increase in endurance, as well as diminished neck and back pain after a long day of work. She fell in love with Pilates and it’s benefits and was inspired to teach it as well. A Comprehensive Apparatus trained teacher through Power Pilates out of NYC. She has full knowledge of the Mat, Reformer, Cadillac, Chairs, Barrels, Ped-o-Pull and Magic Circle while incorporating the principles of Pilates exercises based on the teaching of Joseph Pilates. She loves teaching and hopes her clients discover the Power of Pilates. Namely the philosophy that Movement Heals. Teresa grew up in Houston Texas and was in the Air Force stationed in California 1988-1992. She then moved to MA and obtained a Bachelor of Science in Dental Hygiene from Northeastern University. Natick MA is her permanent home with her husband and 2 children. She is excited and honored to be joining the team at Club Pilates.

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  MELANIE WERNICK

  INSTRUCTOR

  Melanie is a New England native who lives in Wellesely and Nantucket with her two children, who are now in college. She is comprehensive certified in Pilates and The Barre method thru Balanced Body. She started Pilates 20 years ago and became passionate after seeing the positive results in her body. Melanie has taught Pilates for over ten years and loves teaching all aspects of Pilates from beginner to advanced clients. She thrives on making her clients strong, lean and toned.

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  LAURA COHEN

  INSTRUCTOR

  Laura Cohen has been a Comprehensive Balanced Body Certified Pilates Instructor for over 11 years. She started her fitness career in college as a student in Kenpo Karate for five and a half years. Her interests ultimately evolved into mountain biking, road cycling, and ultimately running. After several overuse injuries, she became interested in corrective exercise and preventative maintenance. She is also a NASM Certified Personal Trainer, Corrective Exercise Specialist, Weight Loss Specialist and Fitness Nutrition Science Specialist. Laura also utilizes her talents as a 2nd Degree Reiki Healer and Certified Thai Massage Therapist on her clients the help speed the recovery process from vigorous exercise and to alleviate any muscle strains. Laura is also certified in Group Exercise through the American Aerobic and Fitness Association. She also holds certifications in Aquatic Exercise via the Aquatic Exercise Association, Spinning Instruction from Madd Dogg Athletics, and Zumba.

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  MARY GUARENTE

  INSTRUCTOR

  Mary Guarente has trained thousands of students in the Pilates method since 2002. A lifelong fitness enthusiast, she competed in Division 1 soccer and pursued academic studies in Exercise Science. Originally trained by PhysicalMind, she became fully certified by West Coast Pilates. In addition, she is a certified Gyrotonic and Barre Fitness specialist. Her “movement” experience provides the foundation to focus on alignment and core strengthening. Her commitment and dedication to combining her passion to help others live stronger, healthier, more fit lives is evident in each and every class she teaches. Her positive energy, enthusiasm, and ever-changing choreography provides students the platform to challenge themselves beyond their limits to succeed and feel great. This Needham native and Wellesley resident for over 20 years, has many local ties to the community and beyond. She now lives in Framingham with her husband and enjoys free time with her five grown children and black lab, Koda. Mary is eager and excited to be teaching at CP!