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.
Eva Powers
Equilibrium Mind-Body Fitness
Bloomfield Hills, Michigan, USA
IT qualifications
STOTT PILATES® Matwork & Reformer, Cadillac, Chair, & Barrels, ISP
Additional credentials and designations
Gyrotonic
Bio
As the Chair of the Maggie Allesee Department of Dance in the College of Fine Arts at Wayne State University, Eva’s primary research is in education, pedagogy, teaching methodology and dance science. Her courses in Dance Kinesiology and Movement Analysis reflect her interest in the integration of body and mind conditioning for dancers. Eva was recently named a Merrithew® Lead Instructor Trainer for STOTT PILATES®. She has also achieved Level 1 Certification in Gyrotonic® and apprentice level in Gyrokinesis. Eva is a dancer, choreographer, gifted professor and mentor to new STOTT PILATES instructors at Equilibrium.
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Fabiana Silva
Floating
São Paulo, Brazil
IT qualifications
STOTT PILATES® Matwork & Reformer
Additional credentials and designations
Physical Education degree from University of Mogi das Cruzes
Bio
Fabiana began her STOTT PILATES® education in 2002, and became a fully-Certified Instructor. In 2006, she became a Merrithew® Instructor Trainer. Currently she is the Pilates Coordinator at Spirale, and runs Aprenda Praticando, a project that promotes Pilates classes for Instructors, incentivizing them to practice exercises, review the repertoire and meet new Instructors. She holds a degree in Physical Education from the University of Mogi das Cruzes.
Fabio Brasiliense Fernandes
Floating
São Paulo, Brazil
IT qualifications
STOTT PILATES® Matwork & Reformer, Cadillac, Chair, Barrels, Injuries & Special Populations; CORE™
Additional credentials and designations
Physical Education at Universidade de São Paulo
Bio
Fabio was first introduced to the STOTT PILATES® method in 2007 while finishing his education in Physical Education. He fell in love with the method and became certified as a STOTT PILATES instructor in 2008, sharing the passion and benefits of the method with clients of all levels and ages. In 2011, he became an Instructor Trainer for Merrithew® specializing in STOTT PILATES and has been teaching the method throughout Brazil since then. A passionate mountain biker for over 20 years, Fabio has competed in some major events in Brazil and now rides just for fun!
Gabriela Calderon Torrijos
Floating
Mexico City, Mexico
IT qualifications
STOTT PILATES® Matwork & Reformer; Total Barre®
Additional credentials and designations
Actress at Escuela Rusa del Realismo Psicológico
Bio
Gabriela has always been interested in movement and the arts. She discovered the joy of dance and her passion for performance at the age of 12. Instead of pursuing electromechanical engineering at university as planned, she enrolled in theatre school, becoming an actor and dancer.
In 2003, she was invited to join a prestigious Pilates studio where she met Stefania Michas, who introduced her to the STOTT PILATES® method. Gabriela fell in love with the contemporary approach of STOTT PILATES. She completed her full certification in Seattle at Bodycenterstudios with Kristi Quinn, becoming part of the first cohort of STOTT PILATES instructors in Mexico.
Since then, she has not stopped sharing her knowledge with clients, helping them improve their quality of life.
In 2016, she was invited to become part of Akrostudio’s Instructor Trainers in Mexico. She later obtained her STOTT PILATES Matwork & Reformer Instructor Trainer certification in 2017 and Total Barre® Instructor Trainer certification in 2018.
She lives in Mexico City, has a handsome boy, and a Floating Instructor Trainer, where she passionately teaches and guides new students to discover the benefits and functional methods of the STOTT PILATES and Total Barre® programs.
Gabrielle Cahoon
Floating
Whitefish, Montana, USA
IT qualifications
STOTT PILATES® Matwork, Reformer, Cadillac, Chair & Barrels; Total Barre®; CORE™
Additional credentials and designations
B.Sc, TRX, ACE
Bio
Gabrielle, an active teacher in the fitness industry for over 10 years, earned her full STOTT PILATES® Instructor certification in 2011, and became an Instructor Trainer for Merrithew® specializing in STOTT PILATES in 2013. She is a graduate of Appalachian State University in Boone, North Carolina with a Bachelor of Science degree in Commercial Recreation Management. Gabrielle, an avid runner, discovered the benefits of Pilates in 2007 and saw increases in her training performance with less injury. Gabrielle is also trained in Total Barre®, CORE™, and TRX and is an ACE certified Personal Trainer.
Gail Lewis
Mindful Movement Collective
Newark, California, USA
IT qualifications
STOTT PILATES® Matwork, Reformer, Cadillac, Chair, Barrels, ZEN•GA®; Total Barre®; CORE™
Additional credentials and designations
B.S., ACE, PMA
Bio
Gail received her full certification as a STOTT PILATES® Certified Instructor in 2004 and became an Instructor Trainer for Merrithew® specializing in STOTT PILATES in 2008. She is a Gold Certified Pilates Instructor with the Pilates Method Alliance and is also an ACE Certified Personal Trainer. She has complemented her Pilates training with Yoga teaching training courses. In addition to her fitness credentials, Gail holds a B.S. degree in Finance from Santa Clara University in California.
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Gayle Eubanks
Equilibrium Mind-Body Fitness
Bloomfield Hills, Michigan, United States
IT qualifications
STOTT PILATES® Matwork, Reformer, Cadillac, Chair & Barrels
Additional credentials and designations
B.A. Dance, Michigan State University, TRX, Melt Hand and Foot, Pink Ribbon, PMA
Bio
Gayle became a fully certified STOTT PILATES® instructor in 2000 then went on to become an Instructor Trainer for Merrithew® specializing in STOTT PILATES in 2003. Gayle holds a B. A. in dance from Michigan State University and performed professionally as a leading dancer with Harbinger Dance Company for 12 years. She enjoys mentoring Pilates students enrolled in Equilibrium’s comprehensive training program: helping them to determine the best ways to make Pilates effective for themselves and their future clients. She is very passionate about helping her clients stay active throughout their lives. Gayle is a Breast Cancer Post-Rehab Specialist, certified through the Pink Ribbon Program. She is trained in the Gyrotonic Expansion System, TRX Suspension System and TRX Rip Training. She is also a MELT Hand and Foot Instructor.
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Georgia Herford
Floating
Melbourne, Australia
IT qualifications
STOTT PILATES® Mat & Reformer
Additional credentials and designations
Pilates ITC Cert IV, Cert III Aligned Health Assistant
Bio
Georgia comes from a classical and contemporary dance background. A dance-related injury in 2002 introduced her to STOTT PILATES® as part of her recovery. The results had a profound effect on her. A year later, she completed the Matwork course, and began her journey toward becoming a full-time instructor. By 2011, Georgia had become a fully certified STOTT PILATES instructor.
Working as a full-time instructor for the past 16 years, Georgia’s eye for detail and deep understanding of Pilates has empowered her clients to better understand their bodies. Her love for biomechanics and continued education has now led Georgia to become an Instructor Trainer, with a strong desire to pass on her knowledge and experience to the next generation of instructors.
When she is not teaching courses, Georgia runs a boutique studio just outside of Melbourne, offering both studio and private sessions.
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.