Instructor Trainer bios
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.
Kim Kraushar
The Space: Pilates and Mindful Movement
Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada
IT qualifications
STOTT PILATES® Matwork & Reformer, Cadillac, Chair & Barrels, ISP; CORE™; ZEN•GA®; Total Barre®; Merrithew® Fascial Movement; Halo® Training
Additional credentials and designations
BFA / BEd Dance, BSc Kinesiology, Yamuna Body Rolling, Franklin Method, PMA
Bio
Kim earned a Bachelor of Science in Kinesiology, performed and trained as a dancer. Her background blends movement expertise, business experience, and a strong passion for helping people feel and perform at their best.
As the company expanded beyond Head Office during her training, Kim was invited to become both an LTC and an IT. Already inspired by the STOTT PILATES® method, she saw an exciting opportunity to help grow the community in Eastern Canada. With an established day spa and multiple fitness programs, she had the space and vision to create the first fully equipped Pilates studio in Atlantic Canada.
After 28 years with Merrithew, she remains deeply connected to its community of instructors and studio owners, whose dedication continually motivates her. As she moves into the next phase of her career, she aims to give back by supporting both emerging and established professionals with the knowledge and perspective gained over decades in mindful movement education.
Her current areas of interest include breathwork and mindfulness in motion, a rapidly growing field in which she believes Merrithew is uniquely positioned to lead.
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