| PSC Encino’s Pilates Instructor/Trainers
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| Emily Zachary-Smith |
PSC Master Teacher Trainer/Staff Member, Encino, CA. Originally from Indianapolis, Emily began training at a young age for a career in dance, studying extensively at Butler University, and professional studios in LA and NY. She has been working throughout the U.S., and internationally as a professional dancer, teacher, and choreographer since 1998, performing in films, television, commercials, and theater. Emily was first introduced to Pilates while on a trip to New York. She loved it and found the connection to her dancing instantly. A few years later Emily began taking Pilates on a regular basis to help her training and prevent injury. She was amazed at the results, and noticed some of her chronic problems were no longer a major issue. The core connection and overall work was the perfect solution. After talking with instructors and other clients she learned what a positive experience Pilates is for all body types, physical abilities, interests, and goals. Most recently Emily was amazed with the overwhelming effects Pilates had during her pregnancy, labor, and while recovering post partum. She is thrilled to be a part of the Pilates Sports Center team and the Teacher Training Program.
- Pilates Sports Center – Teacher Training Program
- Pilates Sports Center – Master Teacher Training Program
- Featured in PSC’s DVD, the Jump Board Workout I and III
- Co-creator of PSC’s “Jump Board Workout III – Cardio Pump” DVD, “Advanced Cadillac Techniques” DVD and “The Foam Roller Fitness” DVD
- IDEA member
- CPR/First Aid Certified
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| Joshua Smith |
PSC Master Teacher Trainer/Staff Member, Encino, CA. Originally from Cleveland Ohio, Josh was extremely athletic, excelling in soccer, track & field, dance, and more… He has been living in Los Angeles since 1998, working as a professional dancer, teacher, and choreographer. Josh got into Pilates years ago when his wife, Emily, suggested that they do it as a workout together. Being an athlete, the benefits of a stronger core, increased flexibility, and the mind body connection that Pilates offered was the perfect match. Now, he enjoys helping clients feel the full body workout that Pilates can offer, and more recently training others to teach Pilates through the PSC Teacher Training Program.
- Pilates Sports Center – Teacher Training Program
- Pilates Sports Center – Master Teacher Training Program
- Featured on PSC’s DVD, the Jump Board Workout I & III
- Co-creator of PSC’s “Jump Board Workout III – Cardio Pump”and ”Advanced Cadillac Techniques” DVDs
- Co-creator of the Pilates for Men series on You Tube
- Co-creator and featured in: PSC’s DVD series, “Pilates For Men: 10-20-30 Challenge”
- Pilates Method Alliance Certified Pilates Teacher™
- IDEA member
- CPR/First Aid Certified
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| Seth Hampton |
PSC Master Teacher Trainer/Staff Member, Encino, CA. With twenty years of both personal and professional experience in the fields of fitness and wellness, Seth Hampton brings a unique perspective to the concept of human movement.As a Dance Major at the Juilliard School in New York and touring professional whose background in performance includes both Broadway and International Touring Companies of “A Chorus Line”, “Jesus Christ Superstar”, “Starlight Express”, “Evita” and “Peter Pan”, Seth has first-hand experience of how stress and injuries can affect our bodies. As a result of his determination to find a way to strengthen his body and augment his existing training background that includes bodybuilding, aerobic fitness and yoga, he turned to the techniques founded by Joseph Pilates. Seth’s continued pursuit of promoting and preserving vibrant health, improving and extending the quality of life and embracing the Pilates mind-body-spirit philosophy has culminated in the receipt of his Master Trainer Certification. His commitment now lies in his mission to share his knowledge with those seeking further exploration through the outward expression of energy and movement.Seth is a passionate educator and instructor who inspires his clients to discover, explore and enjoy the playfulness of movement. His trainings are uniquely personalized to ensure that regardless of age or fitness level, clients gain awareness and appreciation for their bodies that will enhance all aspects of their lives.Certification, Training & Participation in:
- Pilates Sports Center – Teacher Training Program
- Pilates Sports Center – Master Teacher Training Program
- Pilates Method Alliance Certified Pilates Teacher™
- Pink Ribbon Certified (Post Breast Cancer Rehabilitation)
- AFFA Certified Personal Trainer
- AFFA Certified Aerobic Fitness
- Crunch Gym Stretch/Rehab Certified
- IDEA Member
- Co-Star; PSC’s DVD, the Jump Board Workout II
- Co-Star; PSC’s DVD series, “Pilates For Men: 10-20-30 Challenge” and ”Pilates Spilt Pedal Wunda Chair Workout” DVDs
- PSC’s Common Problems and Protocols Workshop (Certificate of Completion)
- CPR and First Aid Certified
- Balanced Body University – CoreAlign 1, Vertical Reality 2010
- Creator of the Pilates Spine Corrector Workshop
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| Rhonda Notary – out on maternity |
Pilates Instructor/Staff Member, Encino, CA. Rhonda’s passion for Pilates and yoga began as a dancer. She studied dance for fifteen years and went on to dance professionally with The Radio City Rockettes from 1994-2002. She fell in love with yoga while in New York taking at Jivamutki and decided that a perfect career would be to teach yoga. She was certified through Center for Yoga in 2002 with an eclectic teaching style in Hatha yoga. That year, Kelli Altounian, the co-founder of Pilates Sports Center, introduced her to Pilates. The principles of alignment and building strength in the core is what made her to want to share this with her yoga students and become a Pilates instructor. In 2007 she graduated from Pilates Sports Center as a Pilates Instructor and is now apprenticing to become a PSC Master Teacher Trainer. Rhonda loves to help people overcome injuries, become aware of their breath, improve their posture and increase their range of movement. She gives a challenging workout that focuses on total body toning, strengthening and flexibility.Her credentials include:
- Center for Yoga certification program 2002, Los Angeles, CA (250 hour program)
- Pilates Sports Center Teacher Training Program 2007, Encino, CA
- Pilates Sports Center Master Teacher Training Program 2009, Encino, CA
- Featured in PSC’s DVD, the Jump Board Workout II
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| Kadee Sweeney |
Pilates Instructor/Staff Member, Encino, CA. Born and raised in Fort Worth Texas, Kadee has a life time passion for dance, performing, and teaching. In 2001 she moved to LA and began her career as a professional dancer working with celebrities including Nick and Drew Lachey (98 degrees Revelation Tour), Carmen Electra (Starsky & Hutch), Jennifer Garner (Thirteen Going on Thirty), Cedric the Entertainer (Cedric the Entertainer Presents), The Rock (The Rundown) and Wayne Brady (ABC 50th Anniversary). She has also done commercials for Pepsi and worked for companies including Maybelline, Merle Norman, Bellagio, and Treasure Island. Kadee’s has had appearances on Fit TV and videos including; Mark Blanchard’s Progressive Power Yoga, Winsor Pilates, Gunner Peterson’s “Core Secrets”, and Crunch Bikini Bodies. In 2007 she graduated from Pilates Sports Center as a Pilates Instructor. Her Pilates practice and teaching is a combination of all her experience in the dance and fitness industry. Kadee’s heart is to empower and encourage others into a blessed life of health and fitness mind, body and spirit. It is truly a joy for her to teach.Her credentials include:
- Pilates Sports Center Teacher Training Program
- 7 plus years teaching dance and fitness experience
- Certified Zumba Instructor
- Cardio Dance Jam Instructor
- CPR/ First Aid Certified
- Professional Dancer
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| Jessica LaMons |
Pilates Instructor/Staff Member, Encino, CA. Born in Brazil and raised in Northern California, Jessica first discovered Pilates at a young age as part of her ballet training and immediately saw the benefits of increased core strength, flexibility and improved posture on her dance technique. While studying at Santa Clara University Jessica continued her dance training and began coaching recreational gymnastics where she incorporated basic Pilates technique into conditioning sessions. With 12 years of dance training and a lifetime of dedication to physical fitness, health, and personal nutrition, Jessica is committed to deepening her understanding of anatomy, postural alignment, and the mind body connection of Pilates. As an instructor she gets great joy out of seeing her clients transform their bodies, gain confidence, improve their overall health, and lead pain free lives.Her credentials include:
- Pilates Sports Center Teacher Training Program
- PSC’s Common Problems and Protocol Workshop 2010
- PSC’s Pregnancy Workshop 2010
- PSC’s Barrel Workshop 2010
- 2 years experience coaching recreational gymnastics
- BA in Communications from Santa Clara University
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| Kelly C. DiMeo |
Pilates Instructor/Staff Member, Encino, CA. A Southern California native, Kelly’s lifetime has been devoted to the numerous aspects of physical fitness. As a youth she was professionally trained as an ice skater, vying in various regional competitions. In her 20’s she became immersed in Aerobics & weight training and was a fixture in local cycling tournaments. When introduced to the world of Pilates in 2004, she became an instant disciple & devoted herself to it with every fiber of her being. She immediately recognized the myriad benefits that Pilates offers for people of all fitness levels and ages. There was no question at this point—she decided to become a teacher of Pilates, and here we are…In addition to proper alignment, Kelly brings a jovial, athletic quality to her Pilates’ instruction, helping her clients to understand the freedom and joy of efficient bodywork.Her credentials include:
- Pilates Sports Center Teacher Training Program
- PSC’s Common Problems and Protocol Workshop 2010
- PSC’s Pilates for Men Workshop 2010
- Balanced Body University – CoreAlign 1, Vertical Reality 2010
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| Nia Allen |
| Pilates Instructor/Staff Member, Encino, CA. Movement has always been an integral part of Nia’s life. With a concentration in modern dance at Oberlin College, Nia lived in NYC teaching dance to children in Greenwich, CT and studying dance further at DanceSpace in Manhattan. After making the move to Los Angeles and struggling with intermittent low back pain, Nia discovered Pilates and the pain-free advantage of postural alignment.As an instructor, Nia’s enthusiasm is fueled by the successes of her clients as they discover the benefits of pilates in their daily lives. She believes that body awareness is an integral part of a healthy, active lifestyle and that everyone is capable of moving with energy and grace.Her credentials include:• Pilates Sports Center Teacher Training Program• PSC’s Pilates for Men Workshop 2010• PSC’s Pregnancy Workshop 2010• Balanced Body University – CoreAlign 1, Vertical Reality 2010 |
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| Danielle Licht – Life Coach / Instructor |
| Pilates Instructor/Staff Member, Encino, CA. Danielle Licht is a Life Coach with a spiritual and holistic approach. Danielle holds a Masters in Spiritual Psychology from The University of Santa Monica, with an emphasis in Consciousness, Health and Healing.Danielle’s purpose as a Life Coach is serving her clients by reflecting and mirroring their loving nature, guiding her clients in working their process on the Physical, Mental, Emotional, and Spiritual levels. Danielle’s education and training includes traditional psychology techniques, and as she is not a Marriage/Family therapist, Danielle’s practice is comparatively more ‘out of the box.’ Some of Danielle’s practices may include but are not limited to: creating affirmations, facilitating giving voice to upset, releasing old patterns of behavior, coming into greater alignment and inner peace, manifesting your hearts’ desires, experiencing more joy, gratitude and abundance, and healing issues for the last time. Danielle holds her clients in their highest regard, and her intention is for optimal wellness and health. Danielle’s sessions are multi-faceted and dynamic as she caters specifically to each unique client, or as she says, “Each divine being having her/his human experience.” |
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| Helena Hultberg-Talman |
PSC Master Teacher Trainer/Staff Member, Encino, CA. Born and raised in Sweden, Helena is a graduate of the Ballet Academy in Stockholm. She moved to America 1995 were she pursued a carrier as a professional dancer. She toured nationally and internationally with numerous Broadway musicals such as Cats, West Side Story & The Who’s Tommy to mention a few. Helena is a proud Radio City Rockette of 8 years, a judge for Show-Stoppers and one of Pilates Sports Center’s Master Teacher Trainers. Her passion after having her 2 children is to pass on the knowledge of the importance to never stop moving, no matter what age! With her dance background and her now 10 years working professionally as a body healer she is excited to be part of PSC creation of Burn At the Barre.
- Graduate Ballet Academy, Stockholm Sweden
- California College of the Healing Arts, LMT 1999
- Core Conditioning Pilates Instructor Certification, Studio City, CA
- PSC – Master Teacher Training Program, Encino, CA
- AFTA Certified Personal Trainer
- IDEA Member
- Pilates Method Alliance Certified Pilates Teacher™
- Pilates Method Alliance Individual Member™
- International Massage Association Member
- CPR / First Aid Certified
- Featured in PSC’s “Advanced Spilt Pedal Workout” DVD
- Co-Creator and featured in PSC’s “The Cardio Springboard/Tower Workout” DVD
- Co-Creator and featured in PSC’s “Burn at the Barre Workout” DVD
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| Nicole Davey |
PSC Barre Instructor/Staff Member, Encino, CA. Nicole is a native Californian! She grew up an athlete in soccer, softball and swimming and then found her love of dance and musical theatre. Since then she has lived and studied in New York City at the American Musical and Dramatic Academy. Living and learning in the marvelous city of New York, Nicole has performed as a professional dancer, actor and singer in a number of Off-Broadway shows and new workshops, has traveled all over the country and to some of Canada on tours such as “Cabaret” and “The Music Man”, and had the honor of performing in one of Las Vegas’ longest running, big production shows “Jubilee!”. While performing, Nicole discovered the wonderful spirit and tough workout of a Barre class! The intense strength training combined with a musical flow of dance and the precision inspired by Pilates, was an immediate draw. In returning to California, Nicole has jumped right in to the world of Barre! Extremely grateful and excited to join the amazing team of instructors at Pilates Sports Center, Nicole is ready to Burn your booty off at the Barre!Credits include:
- Graduate of The American Musical and Dramatic Academy, NY
- Certified in PSC Burn @ The Barre
- The Davey Sisters – currently performing throughout the LA area singing 1940′s inspired jazz standards
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| Kelly Newkirk |
| PSC Barre Instructor/Staff Member, Encino, CA. Kelly is originally from Maryland and graduated in 2003 with a BS degree in Business Administration from Towson University where she was also on the dance team for four years. As captain of her college dance team, Kelly has lead her team to win two College Dance Team National Grand Championships. Kelly continued to dance after college as a Royal Caribbean performer and dancer with Cirque du Soleil. As an instructor and Director of Operations for Cardio Barre Franchise, LLC., she was directly responsible for the success of Cardio Barre and its franchises. With her in-depth knowledge and experience in personal training, pilates, launching new fitness franchises, developing a workout clothing line, and instructing and starring in fitness DVD’s, Kelly has done it all. Now, she is very excited to be an instructor at PSC for Burn at the Barre! Kelly’s philosophy is to find something fun that you are passionate about, and do it on a daily basis. It’s about always challenging yourself to be better, do more, and get more out of life. Kelly loves to teach a challenging, fun, hard core workout, that will leave you feeling amazing!! |
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| Ashley Zachary Eschler |
| PSC Barre Instructor/Staff Member, Encino, CA. Ashley Zachary Eschler is a professional dancer, teacher, and choreographer. Originally from Indianapolis, she went to the University of Arizona, andreceived a BFA in Dance. From there she has had numerous performingopportunities including becoming a world famous Radio City Rockette, dancing forKanye West, and more… Along with performing and teaching, she continued her education with PSC’s Pilates Teacher Training Course and the Burn At the Barre Certification. This was the perfect way for her to blend her love of dance and fitness. You can also see Ashley featured in PSC’s Burn At the Barre Workout and the Foam Roller Workout DVDs. Ashley has always had a passion for teaching and is thrilled to to be a part ofthe PSC team! She is excited to motivate others, and looks foward to seeing you in class! |
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| Susannah Myrvold – Massage Therapist |
| Susannah studied massage therapy at California Healing Arts College in West Los Angeles. She has been practicing massage since 2008. It is her firm belief that regular massage improves one’s health and well being. Her main focus is therapeutic massage, especially deep tissue and trigger point therapy, but with a gentle touch. |
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