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.
Wataru Kamiizumi
Bcube Pilates & Fitness
Osaka , Japan
IT qualifications
STOTT PILATES® Matwork & Reformer, Cadillac, Chair, & Barrels, ISP, Rehab; CORE™; Halo® Training; Merrithew® Fascial Movement
Additional credentials and designations
Physical Therapist
Bio
Wataru Kamiizumi is a Merrithew® Lead Instructor Trainer and licensed physical therapist whose career spans more than twenty years of continuous international teaching across an expanding list of countries. His background includes a decade of university-level instruction, collaborative clinical work with six university hospitals, and participation in a multidisciplinary project supporting cancer survivors.
A longstanding contributor to Merrithew’s education team, he supports the Instructor Trainer Development Program. He serves on the Rehabilitation Content Advisory Board, helping shape the standards and direction of global instructor education.
Recognized for an authentic, experience-driven teaching style, he offers far more than exercise instruction—emphasizing practical application, clear teaching strategies, and the professional mindset required for long-term growth. His practice ranges from complex rehabilitation cases to high-profile clients in entertainment and professional sport.
Through ZONE Academy of Fitness in Osaka, he continues to empower the next generation of instructors with a globally informed perspective and a commitment to thoughtful, lasting professional development.
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