Instructor Trainers

Originally from a photography background, Lisa decided to pursue her passion of movement and the human body by becoming STOTT PILATES® certified in 2005 and then an Instructor Trainer the following year. Once certified, Lisa discovered a huge demand for STOTT PILATES® in Africa, and in 2007 she opened the first Licensed Training Centre in Africa – Bay Pilates in Port Elizabeth.  Lisa and her studio, Bay Pilates, pride themselves on providing a nurturing atmosphere and close personal attention to every client and student.  

Marie holds a B.Ed. from the University of Alberta and started her career in the fitness industry in 1997 as a Fitness Program Director at the YMCA.  She became a STOTT PILATES^® Certified Instructor in 2001 after discovering Pilates and enjoying how well it integrated with her fitness background in dance and purposeful movement.  Marie became an Instructor Trainer in 2007 and believes her teaching is greatly enhanced by her extensive movement training background.  She enjoys the challenge that comes with carefully tailoring programs to each individual based on their unique background, goals, and lifestyle. 

Born in Russia, Marina studied German at the University for Foreign Languages in Almaty, Kazakhstan. After moving to Europe in 1997, her passion for fitness and wellness led her to become a certified aerobic instructor and a STOTT PILATES® Certified Instructor. Soon after, she became a STOTT PILATES Instructor Trainer and she is the proud owner of Brusselspilates.be. Marina speaks Russian, English, French, and German.

Marsha received her certification as a STOTT PILATES® Instructor in 2001, and became an Instructor Trainer in 2008. Marsha has always had a passion for body movement and dance, having spent over twenty years as a professional ballet dancer, instructor and choreographer. She holds a Masters of Science Education in Exercise Physiology from the University of Kansas, and is a certified Clinical Exercise Specialist and Health Fitness Specialist through the American College of Sports Medicine. Marsha brings her extensive knowledge of anatomy, as well as a genuine enthusiasm for bodywork to each workout.

Mary Jo is a Certified STOTT PILATES® Instructor and Instructor Trainer who loves to share her passion for fitness and health. A native of Cold Spring Harbor, New York, Mary Jo studied Sociology at the State University of New York at Stony Brook and holds a Master’s degree in Exercise Physiology and Adult Fitness from Adelphi University. She is also certified through the American Council of Exercise as a Personal Trainer, and has completed certifications in TRX Suspension Training, Indoor Cycling, Water Aerobics, CPR and First Aid, Functional Fitness, and Professional Communication. Mary Jo is currently studying for certification as a Small Business Fitness Owner. Clients love her creativity, balance and support.