Instructor Trainers
The members of our esteemed team of Pilates Instructor Trainers are accomplished and internationally sought-after educators known for their comprehensive knowledge, dedication and professionalism. Each hold full certification in the STOTT PILATES® method and have achieved additional designations to complement their training.
A diverse group, they come from varied backgrounds including physical therapy, exercise science, athletic therapy, dance, and group and personal fitness training to name a few. Every member of the team strives to uphold the highest standards of training that have been developed worldwide.
Gidget Anthony
Floating
Plano, Texas, USA
IT qualifications
STOTT PILATES® Matwork & Reformer, Cadillac, Chair, & Barrels, ISP; Total Barre®; Merrithew® Fascial Movement
Bio
Gidget began her career in movement while performing in musical theater. Her love of dance gave way to a passion for fitness. She was a personal trainer for many years before she turned to the more mindful movements of yoga and Pilates. She opened her Pilates studio in the Dallas area in 2003. From 2012 to early 2018, she owned the Merrithew® Licensed Training Center in the Dallas area. In 2016, Gidget was designated a Merrithew Lead Instructor Trainer. This has been the honor of her career. She considers teaching and educating her gift to give, and actively mentors students both during and after they complete their education programs.
Gigi Filer
Gigi’s Pilates Studio
Des Moines, Iowa, USA
IT qualifications
STOTT PILATES® Matwork, Reformer, Cadillac, Chair, Barrels
Additional credentials and designations
ACE, AFAA, ISCA
Bio
Gigi is one-half of the heartbeat of Gigi’s Pilates Studio & Personal Training. A Des Moines native and fitness expert with more than 18 years’ experience, Gigi’s passion for fitness began early when she earned her Bachelor’s degree in exercise science from Iowa State University. Since then she’s added certifications as a personal trainer and group fitness instructor from the American Council on Exercise (ACE), the Aerobics and Fitness Association of America (AFAA), and the International Sports Conditioning Association (ISCA). Gigi also is an Instructor Trainer for Merrithew® specializing in STOTT PILATES® and is a certified breast cancer exercise specialist with the Pink Ribbon Program.
Greta Martin
Floating IT
Holladay, Utah, USA
IT qualifications
STOTT PILATES® Matwork & Reformer
Additional credentials and designations
BSc and MSc in Health Education
Bio
Greta Martin, with a Masters degree in Health Education specializing in integrated medicine, discovered Pilates in 2007 during her recovery from an injury. Recognizing its immediate benefits, particularly in alleviating pain caused by scoliosis, she fully embraced the practice, making it an essential component of her fitness regimen. Greta's dedication to Pilates significantly enhanced her performance in running, triathlons, and cycling events.
In 2006, Greta relocated to Utah for a prestigious role as a Bone Marrow Transplant coordinator, a position she deeply cherished. In 2013, she obtained her STOTT PILATES® certification through Pacific NW Pilates in Portland, demonstrating her commitment to expanding her knowledge and skills. Driven by her passion for continuous learning, Greta achieved the distinction of becoming a STOTT PILATES® Instructor Trainer in 2022. She is thrilled to represent forward-thinking companies like Merrithew™ in her instructional endeavors.
Gretel Lee
Pilatique Pilates Studio, Singapore
Singapore, Singapore
IT qualifications
STOTT PILATES® Mat & Reformer
Additional credentials and designations
Diploma in Dance (Teaching), 200-hour Ashtanga/Hatha Yoga Teacher’s Training
Bio
Gretel’s passion for movement was sparked early, growing up in Singapore immersed in ballet and exploring diverse dance styles like Tango, Jazz, Flamenco, and Contemporary. In 2013, she earned a Diploma in Dance, with a focus on teaching methodology, from the Nanyang Academy of Fine Arts. This exposure to various dance and fitness disciplines led Gretel to develop a keen interest in the biomechanics of movement, ultimately inspiring her to pursue education in STOTT PILATES® Mat & Reformer.
Gretel began her teaching journey in 2013 as a dance instructor and moved into the fitness industry in 2017 as a Barre Instructor, later advancing to training manager. There, she discovered her passion for teaching and mentoring, ultimately leading her to become a dedicated STOTT PILATES Instructor Trainer. Based at Pilatique Pilates Studio in Singapore, Gretel is committed to sharing the STOTT PILATES method with her students, believing in the joy and transformative power of movement.
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Haley Shoor
Floating
New York, New York, USA
IT qualifications
STOTT PILATES® Matwork, Reformer, Chair, Cadillac, Barrels
Bio
Haley Buzbee Shoor is an Instructor Trainer for Merrithew® specializing in STOTT PILATES® Matwork & Reformer as well as Cadillac, Chair & Barrels. Haley found Pilates through her ballet training in Florida. After completing her training, she focused on teaching post-injury clients and clients with special needs. She is also a personal trainer certified through the American Council on Exercise and likes to bridge the gap between mind-body exercise and resistance training. Haley has taught in a variety of settings including gyms, corporate facilities, in-home private clients and several Pilates studios.
Hang Wang
Floating
Nanjing, China
IT qualifications
STOTT PILATES® Matwork & Reformer
Additional credentials and designations
ACE Certified Personal Trainer, Halo® Qualified Instructor, MasterStretch®, Crossfit level 1, AIK Kettlebell
Bio
Hang has always harbored a deep enthusiasm for movement and sports training, continuously delving into various movement techniques and expanding her understanding of sports science and the human body. Her journey with STOTT PILATES® began in 2017, driven by a desire to enhance her physical performance and explore the principles behind the movements. She experienced remarkable improvements and her body no longer suffered pain from rigorous training. Similarly, the STOTT PILATES method has proven instrumental in aiding clients recover from injuries and helping them master better movement.
Hang is eager to pass on this scientific and holistic exercise method to her students, fostering their growth and well-being.
Hayley Brown
Floating
Dubai, UAE
IT qualifications
Total Barre®
Additional credentials and designations
Bachelor of Science (BS) in Sport and Exercise Science, Student in Masters (MS) Sports Medicine
Bio
With more than 20 years of experience in dance, Hayley has been involved in movement and wellbeing for as long as she can remember.
Following her passion to learn more about the body, Hayley completed a bachelor's degree in Sport and Exercise Science. Originally from Scotland, she discovered Pilates many years ago as part of her dance training and injury rehabilitation and decided to complete her full certification with STOTT PILATES®.
Hayley shares her knowledge of anatomy with passion and energy, teaching her students to truly understand, learn and apply their knowledge to their practice and teaching of Pilates, yoga and functional fitness.
Hayley lives in Dubai and has completed her MSc degree in Sport and Exercise Medicine at University College London. She is currently working at a Sports Medicine Clinic in Dubai as a Licensed Sports Physiotherapist.
Heather Lawson
LiveMetta Pilates
Long Beach, California, USA
IT qualifications
STOTT PILATES® Matwork & Reformer, Cadillac, Chair, Barrels, ISP; Total Barre®
Additional credentials and designations
ACE, BFA
Bio
Heather Lawson is an Instructor Trainer for Merrithew® specializing in Total Barre® and is a Lead IT for STOTT PILATES®. A valuable member of the company's prestigious programming team, she has been teaching Pilates for over 10 years and is also an ACE Certified Instructor. Heather graduated from the University of Oklahoma in 2000 where she received a Bachelor of Fine Arts in Ballet Performance. Heather was involved in the most recent DVD production for Merrithew as a featured performer and instructor
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Helen Qiao (Yingying Qiao)
Helen’s Home Pilates
Beijing, China
IT qualifications
STOTT PILATES® Matwork and Reformer
Additional credentials and designations
Bachelor of science and engineering, ACE certified personal trainer, triple jump national second-rank athlete, The People’s Republic of China Occupational Qualification Certificate Senior Skill Level
Bio
With a strong athletic talent, Helen began competitive gymnastics training at the age of five, and then took part in radio direction finding, triple jump and other competitions. Helen discovered STOTT PILATES® by chance at a ChinaFit Conference and was intrigued by the method’s scientific approach to physical training. In 2014, she began to study STOTT PILATES. The course gave her a new understanding of biomechanics, functional training, fascial movement, and rehabilitation practices, etc.
In 2018, Helen became a STOTT PILATES Certified Instructor. In 2020, she became a STOTT PILATES Instructor Trainer.
Helen has seven years of experience teaching Pilates, and has set up her own studio in Beijing, where she’s taught more than 10,000 classes. In the face of heavy teaching tasks and different demands of customers, Helen believes in ongoing self-improvement and completes the top courses in China every year. She regularly combines her STOTT PILATES training methods and other modalities to solve her customers’ needs in a holistic way.
Holly Furgason
Floating
San Francisco, California, USA
IT qualifications
STOTT PILATES® Matwork & Reformer, Cadillac, Chair, & Barrels, CORE™, Total Barre®, Merrithew® Fascial Movement
Additional credentials and designations
BFA, MFA, PMA
Bio
Holly was introduced to Pilates through her passion for dance, and she has always been intrigued by how the body moves. Now, she has over 16 years of experience teaching Pilates.
Offering a wealth of experience in working with diverse clientele from professional athletes to those in rehabilitation, Holly is dedicated to helping others live healthier lives and support other students in mastering skills required to become successful fitness professionals.
Holly is driven to share her knowledge and enthusiasm with other teachers. In addition to regularly publishing on her own blog, her written work has appeared in publications such as Pilates Style Magazine and she has contributed two books. She is also a regular contributor to important industry online platforms such as PilatesIntel, Pilates-Pro, PilatesPal, and Profitable Pilates. Holly designed a Pilates Prenatal App that accumulated over 85,000 downloads in the first year—she is currently working on creating its sequel.
Because of her love for continuous learning, Holly has a host of certifications and trainings under her belt. She became a Merrithew® Lead Instructor Trainer in 2016 after receiving her STOTT PILATES® certification in 2001 and becoming an Instructor Trainer for Merrithew, specializing in STOTT PILATES in 2011. Additionally, she is a Lead Instructor Trainer for Merrithew Fascial Movement (2017), CORE™ (2013) and Total Barre® (2015). Holly holds a Bachelor of Fine Arts degree in Dance from the University of Michigan, and a Masters of Fine Arts in Choreography and Performance from Mills College in Oakland, California.