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.
Maria Joao Pereira Marques
PiTZ | Pilates Training Zone
Aveiro, Portugal
IT qualifications
STOTT PILATES® Matwork and Reformer
Additional credentials and designations
MSc, PT, PE teacher
Bio
Maria was introduced to STOTT PILATES® in 2008, after completing her graduation in Physical Education and Sports. With a background in dance, sports and fitness, she immediately fell in love with STOTT PILATES and decided to pursue further education in the method.
While completing her STOTT PILATES certification, Maria also graduated in Physiotherapy, specializing in movement and therapeutic exercise. In 2014, she opened PITZ, a Pilates studio and rehab and has since become a Merrithew® Instructor Trainer.
Maria works as a physiotherapist and manager at PITZ, and collaborates at Aveiro University, as an invited teacher, and mentoring physiotherapy interns. She is also passionate about communication and is currently writing a book chapter on the impact of communication in rehabilitation and exercise prescription.
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