About
About Giovanna
Hi, I'm Giovanna. I am a Nationally Certified Pilates Instructor, Balanced Body Master Instructor and Level 3 Reiki Practitioner. Originally trained in the Authentic Pilates™ method, I have been teaching since 2003 and I believe in the power of Pilates to strengthen oneself both inside and out. Throughout the years, my clientele has ranged from athletes and weekend warriors to those recovering from injury and joint replacements. Using Pilates and Pilates-based exercises to optimize functional movement and alignment, my goal is to build strength, flexibility and confidence. Movement should be fun and I have seen Pilates bring back the joyful relationship we had with movement as children.
Adding Reiki healing to my repertoire has given me another tool to help you feel your best.
About Pilates
Joseph H. Pilates started developing his method of exercise he called Contrology about a century ago. Way ahead of his time, he drew from many sources including, but not limited to, boxing, gymnastics and yoga to design his system. The equipment Joseph Pilates designed is still in use today and provides both assistance and challenge to the body in motion. Focusing on core strength, the Pilates Method creates a strong body linked to a focused mind.
For an animated history of Mr. Pilates, click on the following link:
About Reiki
Reiki is a Japanese method of energy healing where "universal energy" flows from the practitioner's hands to promote emotional and physical healing.