Jeff Ong is a Merrithew Health & Fitness™ Instructor Trainer, specializing in the STOTT PILATES® brand of exercise. Jeff works in the Corporate Training Centre of Merrithew Health & Fitness in Toronto, Canada as an Instructor Trainer and presents and teaches courses around the world on their behalf. He graduated from the National University of Malaysia with a degree in Nutrition and worked in the food and nutrition industry for six years before he decided to pursue his interest in body movement and fitness. The STOTT PILATES method of exercise and contemporary approach to mind-body fitness peaked Jeff’s interest, and by 2007 he was a fully certified STOTT PILATES Instructor. He is particularly passionate about the application of Pilates to the prevention and rehabilitation of injuries.  

As a member of the Merrithew Health & Fitness™ team since 2000, Jennifer brings her abundant energy to the STOTT PILATES® Corporate Training Center in Toronto. A highly-regarded Instructor Trainer, she teaches courses, examines students for certification and presents workshops in Canada and internationally. Additionally, Jennifer complements her teaching repertoire with a focus on high performance athletic training, injury recovery and rehab. She holds a Bachelor of Science degree from the University of Toronto, is an ACE certified professional trainer, and is also a graduate of the School of Toronto Dance Theatre. Jennifer continues to work as a professional dancer and choreographer along with her Pilates career, and has performed across Canada with numerous dance and theatre companies.

Sarah Jarvis joined the Merrithew Health & Fitness™ team in 2004 after completing her Full Certification in STOTT PILATES® and is now a Lead Instructor Trainer and Programming Coordinator in the Education department.  Sarah is also an Instructor Trainer specializing in ZEN•GA™  Mindful Movement. Sarah began teaching aerobics and weight training classes while finishing her degree in Business Administration at the University of Windsor. While working in sales and managing a club, she soon discovered STOTT PILATES® exercise. Intrigued by the method and the ability to strengthen and refocus the mind and body, she made the transition from the high-impact training world. As an Instructor Trainer and presenter for Merrithew Health & Fitness™, Sarah continues to witness the impact this program has made all over the world.

After finishing university in Japan and being actively involved in dance, Rie avidly pursued her interest in the human body and moved to Toronto, Canada. She received her STOTT PILATES® certification in 2006, excelling further and becoming a certified Instructor Trainer in 2008. Rie is currently the Programming Coordinator of Education for Merrithew Health & Fitness™ at the Toronto Head Office, while continually providing valuable sessions and high quality education as an Instructor Trainer for students from around the world. Additionally, she is adding new expertise to her qualifications, by actively pursuing her designation as a Health Professional at the Canadian College of Homeopathic Medicine.

Sally is a Merrithew Health & Fitness™ Master Instructor Trainer, who has traveled extensively as a presenter around the globe, applying her expertise to demonstrating the Merrithew Health & Fitness methodology and programming in both STOTT PILATES® and CORE™ Athletic Conditioning & Performance Training™. She graduated from Queen’s University in Kingston, Ontario with a degree in Physical and Health Education, and is certified as an Ace Personal Trainer as well as a Certified Fitness Consultant in association with the Canadian Society of Exercise Physiologists. With over 15 years experience in the fitness industry, Sally has coached elite athletes from a variety of disciplines perfecting their game while reducing their likelihood of injury.

Bianca Bolissian has been a devoted dancer since the young age of four. This is exemplified by her graduation in 2004 from the Dance University in Campinas, Brazil where she expanded her knowledge of classical ballet and contemporary dance. In 2006 Bianca moved from Brazil to Toronto, Canada –becoming a fully certified STOTT PILATES® Instructor by 2007 and moving further to become a Lead Instructor Trainer. Her passion for teaching and body movement is displayed by her outgoing and caring demeanor, always putting her clients first and providing them with an enjoyable and productive workout.

Wayne Seeto is a Merrithew Health & Fitness™ (MH&F) Master Instructor Trainer and an integral member of our internal programming/education and presenting team specializing in STOTT PILATES®, STOTT PILATES Rehab and ZEN•GA™ Mindful Movement brands.  Wayne has been based at the MH&F Corporate Training Center in Toronto for 10 years and is a recognized leader in his field.   This high-energy Australian native received his Bachelor of Occupational Therapy from the University of Queensland, Australia and his Masters of Science (Physiotherapy) at McMaster University, Canada.  Wayne has presented on behalf of Merrithew Health & Fitness throughout North America and Europe at their Symposiums and industry trade events, and is featured in several of MH&F's new DVD releases.