Julie Erickson, RYT, PMA® CPT, MBA, Boston Magazine's Best of Boston ® 2014 Personal Trainer
Julie holds a BA in English from Tufts University and an MBA (Magna Cum Laude) from Babson College. Julie is an Authentic Classical Pilates instructor, certified by Brooke Siler and Cary Regan at re:Ab Pilates, NYC. She is also certified by the Pilates Method Alliance (PMA-CPT), and Internationally Certified by Stott Pilates and Balanced Body Pilates. Julie has trained Cirque du Soleil performers during their Boston stays, several professional NBA and NHL athletes, performers and professional dancers in Boston and NYC. Julie continues her Pilates education with MeJo Wiggin's Classical Syllabus Program, through independent study at Vintage Pilates in LA and with several NYC based Classical Authentic Pilates instructors.
Julie is most proud of her work with several of the folks injured in the Boston Marathon and other challenged athletes looking to improve their athletic performance via running, swimming or cycling. She continues to work with a number of students with Parkinson's disease and brain injuries and is overjoyed at the improvement her students have seen under her guidance . Julie is also a NFHS certified high school coach and enjoys sharing her love of movement with all ages! Julie believes that workouts should be fun and safe, yet challenging. An avid runner, she has run 20 marathons, will run 21, 22 and 23 in 2016, dozens of other races and an ultra-marathon. Julie completes over 2,000 training and racing miles yearly while building a business, raising a child, and mentoring new instructors. Julie was featured in Runner's World magazine discussing pilates mat exercises for serious runners and is a popular contributor to several media outlets including Glamour Magazine, FitSugar, MSN. Boston Magazine and Hella Wella. Julie brings this love of fitness and challenge to her students and friends at Endurance Pilates and Yoga. Julie is an Instructor Trainer and Continuing Education provider and presenter for several National and International Certification Agencies including NASM, ACE, AFAA and PMA.
Julie holds a BA in English from Tufts University and an MBA (Magna Cum Laude) from Babson College. Julie is an Authentic Classical Pilates instructor, certified by Brooke Siler and Cary Regan at re:Ab Pilates, NYC. She is also certified by the Pilates Method Alliance (PMA-CPT), and Internationally Certified by Stott Pilates and Balanced Body Pilates. Julie has trained Cirque du Soleil performers during their Boston stays, several professional NBA and NHL athletes, performers and professional dancers in Boston and NYC. Julie continues her Pilates education with MeJo Wiggin's Classical Syllabus Program, through independent study at Vintage Pilates in LA and with several NYC based Classical Authentic Pilates instructors.
Julie is most proud of her work with several of the folks injured in the Boston Marathon and other challenged athletes looking to improve their athletic performance via running, swimming or cycling. She continues to work with a number of students with Parkinson's disease and brain injuries and is overjoyed at the improvement her students have seen under her guidance . Julie is also a NFHS certified high school coach and enjoys sharing her love of movement with all ages! Julie believes that workouts should be fun and safe, yet challenging. An avid runner, she has run 20 marathons, will run 21, 22 and 23 in 2016, dozens of other races and an ultra-marathon. Julie completes over 2,000 training and racing miles yearly while building a business, raising a child, and mentoring new instructors. Julie was featured in Runner's World magazine discussing pilates mat exercises for serious runners and is a popular contributor to several media outlets including Glamour Magazine, FitSugar, MSN. Boston Magazine and Hella Wella. Julie brings this love of fitness and challenge to her students and friends at Endurance Pilates and Yoga. Julie is an Instructor Trainer and Continuing Education provider and presenter for several National and International Certification Agencies including NASM, ACE, AFAA and PMA.
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Julie's Pilates Certifications:
Authentic Classical Pilates Instructor- apprenticed under Brooke Siler and Cary Regan at re:Ab NYC MeJo Wiggin's Classical Syllabus Program Pilates Method Alliance- PMA CPT Stott Level 2 Advanced Comprehensive Certification Balanced Body Comprehensive Certification PhysicalMind Mat Peak MVE Chair Power Pilates Mat and Reformer 
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Julie's Yoga Certifications:
Yoga Alliance- 200hr RYT YogaFit Prenatal, Kids, and Seniors Yoqua- Water Yoga |
Additional Certifications and Trainings:
RRCA Certified Running Coach NFHS Certified Coach Gyrotonic Level One Training AFAA Group Exercise AFAA Pre and Post Natal Exercise ACE Personal Trainer Dragon Door HKC Kettlebell TRX Group Step, Group Power Resist-a-Ball Thomas the Promise Kickbox ZENGA Total Barre CORE Athletic Conditioning and Performance Training Barre Boston Barre Boston Instructor Trainer SCW Certified Sports Nutrition Specialist SCW Certified Behavioral Coaching Specialist |
Experienced Staff
We are different from other Pilates. We will never waste your precious training time on exercises that don't work or through dangerous Pilates teaching methods. Our well-trained instructors have training in Authentic classical systems through the Romana lineage, Power and Peak Pilates and contemporary pilates systems such as Stott and Balanced Body. We use our knowledge in all of these realms to create the most beneficial workout for your body. We would never allow instructors to teach Pilates after just a weekend course. Our instructors complete a very comprehensive program (minimum 1000 hours) including written and practical exams preparing them to take the Pilates Method Alliance exam. They are continuously updating their knowledge with continuing education. You are in good hands at Endurance!
We are different from other Pilates. We will never waste your precious training time on exercises that don't work or through dangerous Pilates teaching methods. Our well-trained instructors have training in Authentic classical systems through the Romana lineage, Power and Peak Pilates and contemporary pilates systems such as Stott and Balanced Body. We use our knowledge in all of these realms to create the most beneficial workout for your body. We would never allow instructors to teach Pilates after just a weekend course. Our instructors complete a very comprehensive program (minimum 1000 hours) including written and practical exams preparing them to take the Pilates Method Alliance exam. They are continuously updating their knowledge with continuing education. You are in good hands at Endurance!
Lisa Hillengas, Principal Pilates Instructor, PTA, PMA® CPT, Barre Boston ™ Certified
Lisa is fascinated by the human body. She explores the subject through her passions: art and physical fitness. She earned a BFA in Sculpture from the Rhode Island School of Design, and all of her artwork relates to the body. Lisa’s interest in exercise began with figure skating as a child, which led to skating competitively and then coaching at several rinks in the Boston area. Lisa began practicing Pilates in 2005, and it improved her skating and overall fitness tremendously. In 2008, she joined an apprentice instructor program and began teaching Pilates in 2009. She completed the comprehensive 1,000 hour Endurance Pilates teacher training program under Julie Erickson and is nationally certified by the Pilates Method Alliance. In 2014, Lisa decided to go back to school to further her knowledge of the body by studying physical therapy. She is now a physical therapist assistant as well.
Lisa is fascinated by the human body. She explores the subject through her passions: art and physical fitness. She earned a BFA in Sculpture from the Rhode Island School of Design, and all of her artwork relates to the body. Lisa’s interest in exercise began with figure skating as a child, which led to skating competitively and then coaching at several rinks in the Boston area. Lisa began practicing Pilates in 2005, and it improved her skating and overall fitness tremendously. In 2008, she joined an apprentice instructor program and began teaching Pilates in 2009. She completed the comprehensive 1,000 hour Endurance Pilates teacher training program under Julie Erickson and is nationally certified by the Pilates Method Alliance. In 2014, Lisa decided to go back to school to further her knowledge of the body by studying physical therapy. She is now a physical therapist assistant as well.
Lauren McEwan, Principal Pilates Instructor, PMA® CPT, Barre Boston Certified
Lauren was introduced to Pilates in 2009 when a friend suggested she try a mat class. This very quickly grew into a passion and love that was unparalleled to anything else she had experienced. Working closely with Julie on her own body for a few years, Lauren decided she wanted to dive deeper into learning Pilates and share this work with others. Lauren has a BA in Psychology and Art History. Lauren is certified by the Pilates Method Alliance (PMA).
Lauren was introduced to Pilates in 2009 when a friend suggested she try a mat class. This very quickly grew into a passion and love that was unparalleled to anything else she had experienced. Working closely with Julie on her own body for a few years, Lauren decided she wanted to dive deeper into learning Pilates and share this work with others. Lauren has a BA in Psychology and Art History. Lauren is certified by the Pilates Method Alliance (PMA).
Luis Viana, Principal Pilates Instructor, Pilates Guild Certified
Luis hold a B. S. in Physical Education and has 10 years experience in the fitness field. Luis received his Pilates Certification in Brazil in 1999 through The Pilates Guild under the guidance of Romana Kryzanowska and Sari Mejia-Santo. Luis studied with many prestigious teachers such as Clare Dunphy, Michael Rooks, Shari Berkowitz and Bob Liekens.
Participates in fundraising and non-profit programming such as Pilates for Pink/Shape Magazine.
Worked at Progressive Bodywork and Sports Club LA/Boston.
Luis believes in making clients feel better through an invigorating and fun sessions that focus the mind and body to work as a whole.
Luis hold a B. S. in Physical Education and has 10 years experience in the fitness field. Luis received his Pilates Certification in Brazil in 1999 through The Pilates Guild under the guidance of Romana Kryzanowska and Sari Mejia-Santo. Luis studied with many prestigious teachers such as Clare Dunphy, Michael Rooks, Shari Berkowitz and Bob Liekens.
Participates in fundraising and non-profit programming such as Pilates for Pink/Shape Magazine.
Worked at Progressive Bodywork and Sports Club LA/Boston.
Luis believes in making clients feel better through an invigorating and fun sessions that focus the mind and body to work as a whole.
Christie Wang, Principal Pilates Instructor, PMA® CPT, Barre Boston Certified
As a former dancer, Christie was introduced to Pilates as a useful and effective form of cross-training. But, in the fall of 2013, she found Endurance Pilates and Yoga and fell in love with Pilates and Barre. As an avid runner who leads a healthy lifestyle, she found that Pilates helped her to develop control, body awareness and strength. After practicing Pilates with Endurance for over 3 years, Christie decided to start teaching so she could share her passion and experience with others. She has been certified in Barre Boston and is nationally certified by the Pilates Method Association. Christie also has a BA in Sociology from Tufts University.
As a former dancer, Christie was introduced to Pilates as a useful and effective form of cross-training. But, in the fall of 2013, she found Endurance Pilates and Yoga and fell in love with Pilates and Barre. As an avid runner who leads a healthy lifestyle, she found that Pilates helped her to develop control, body awareness and strength. After practicing Pilates with Endurance for over 3 years, Christie decided to start teaching so she could share her passion and experience with others. She has been certified in Barre Boston and is nationally certified by the Pilates Method Association. Christie also has a BA in Sociology from Tufts University.
Kerlly Castellano, Senior Pilates Instructor, PMA® CPT, Basi Mat Certified, Barre Boston Certified
Kerlly has trained as a gymnast, dancer and cheerleader. She was first introduced to Pilates at age 15 at the Backhaus dance intensive in California. Since then she has been able to find balance in her body and became passionate about movement and mindful exercise. She has been a cheer camp instructor for the Universal Cheerleading Association and received her BASI Mat certification in 2012 by Rael Isacowitz. She obtained her Bachelor’s in Biology from Boston University and is working to expand her Pilates knowledge by earning her Pilates Method Alliance certification under Julie’s mentorship. She is an avid salsa dancer and applies Pilates concepts to this practice constantly. Most of all she loves helping students find their balance and strengthen their body as a whole while establishing a deeper mind-body connection.
Kerlly has trained as a gymnast, dancer and cheerleader. She was first introduced to Pilates at age 15 at the Backhaus dance intensive in California. Since then she has been able to find balance in her body and became passionate about movement and mindful exercise. She has been a cheer camp instructor for the Universal Cheerleading Association and received her BASI Mat certification in 2012 by Rael Isacowitz. She obtained her Bachelor’s in Biology from Boston University and is working to expand her Pilates knowledge by earning her Pilates Method Alliance certification under Julie’s mentorship. She is an avid salsa dancer and applies Pilates concepts to this practice constantly. Most of all she loves helping students find their balance and strengthen their body as a whole while establishing a deeper mind-body connection.
Laura Ganat, Senior Instructor, Barre Boston Certified
Laura found Pilates six years ago and immediately fell for its discipline, challenge and benefits. She felt it was a great complementary exercise to group cycling. While practicing at Endurance and with encouragement from Julie, Laura started her Pilates instructor training and is studying for the PMA exam. Laura is a life-long Arlington resident, who returned after earning her BA at Hofstra University. She has studied dance since childhood and continues to take classes in ballet and ballroom, regularly. She currently teaches Barre Boston classes at the studio and enjoys combining ballet barre work with Pilates. Laura is also a certified Spinning Instructor and teaches group cycling classes. Laura’s love of fitness motivates her to work with others as they pursue great health through enjoyable activity.
Laura found Pilates six years ago and immediately fell for its discipline, challenge and benefits. She felt it was a great complementary exercise to group cycling. While practicing at Endurance and with encouragement from Julie, Laura started her Pilates instructor training and is studying for the PMA exam. Laura is a life-long Arlington resident, who returned after earning her BA at Hofstra University. She has studied dance since childhood and continues to take classes in ballet and ballroom, regularly. She currently teaches Barre Boston classes at the studio and enjoys combining ballet barre work with Pilates. Laura is also a certified Spinning Instructor and teaches group cycling classes. Laura’s love of fitness motivates her to work with others as they pursue great health through enjoyable activity.
Danielle Lamy, Senior Pilates Instructor, Barre Boston Certified
Danielle found Pilates two years ago when looking to get in shape for a friend’s wedding and instantly fell in love with Pilates. As a former gymnast Danielle had chronic knee pain that surgery did not alleviate. After three months of Pilates she was able to hike, bike, and ski without any knee pain! After seeing the positive effects in her own body, Danielle wanted to share the experience with others through becoming a Pilates instructor. Danielle has an MA in Clinical Psychology and is a licensed mental health clinician, making teaching others and connecting the mind and body a seamless career transition. Danielle continues to study classical Pilates at Endurance.
Danielle found Pilates two years ago when looking to get in shape for a friend’s wedding and instantly fell in love with Pilates. As a former gymnast Danielle had chronic knee pain that surgery did not alleviate. After three months of Pilates she was able to hike, bike, and ski without any knee pain! After seeing the positive effects in her own body, Danielle wanted to share the experience with others through becoming a Pilates instructor. Danielle has an MA in Clinical Psychology and is a licensed mental health clinician, making teaching others and connecting the mind and body a seamless career transition. Danielle continues to study classical Pilates at Endurance.
Danielle Poole, Senior Instructor, Barre Boston Certified, RYT
Danielle grew up in Atlanta, Georgia where she attended school and received her BA in English. She moved to Boston in 2006 for a job in Financial Services. It was then that she attended her first yoga class and has never looked back. After several injuries from weight training and running, yoga offered a workout that was physically and mentally challenging, athletic, yet calming and therapeutic. Interested in sharing her practice with others, she joined a RYT 200 Certification and Children's Yoga teacher training program in 2010 and 2011, and since becoming a mom she has decided to leave the corporate world and pursue yoga exclusively.
Danielle grew up in Atlanta, Georgia where she attended school and received her BA in English. She moved to Boston in 2006 for a job in Financial Services. It was then that she attended her first yoga class and has never looked back. After several injuries from weight training and running, yoga offered a workout that was physically and mentally challenging, athletic, yet calming and therapeutic. Interested in sharing her practice with others, she joined a RYT 200 Certification and Children's Yoga teacher training program in 2010 and 2011, and since becoming a mom she has decided to leave the corporate world and pursue yoga exclusively.
Joscelyn Chapman, Senior Pilates Instructor, Barre Boston Certified
Joscelyn found Pilates and Barre when she started attending the Endurance Pilates and Yoga studio in Arlington in 2012. She has led an active lifestyle most of her life through cycling, yoga, hiking, and water sports, and found that Pilates and Barre have been very beneficial to her other interests. Additionally, she has found the program to be very therapeutic, helping to strengthen her joints and help ease the pain of a previous sports injury. Joscelyn has completed the Barre Boston certification and working towards completing the mat certification and PMA.
Joscelyn found Pilates and Barre when she started attending the Endurance Pilates and Yoga studio in Arlington in 2012. She has led an active lifestyle most of her life through cycling, yoga, hiking, and water sports, and found that Pilates and Barre have been very beneficial to her other interests. Additionally, she has found the program to be very therapeutic, helping to strengthen her joints and help ease the pain of a previous sports injury. Joscelyn has completed the Barre Boston certification and working towards completing the mat certification and PMA.
Sydney Corcoran, Apprentice Pilates Instructor, Barre Boston Certified
Sydney started her journey with Pilates five years ago when she attended a yoga and Pilates fusion class. At the time, pilates and yoga gave Sydney comfort and inner peace while she recovered from a traumatic brain injury. She continued to study Pilates until she received massive injuries from the Boston Marathon bombing. Sydney has since gotten back into Pilates and loves it even more now that she can see how it has helped her recovery process. Pilates has helped Sydney break down her scar tissue and regain her flexibility, discover muscles she never knew she had, and restore her positive outlook on life. She believes that Pilates can help you love yourself and your body. Sydney received her Barre Boston certification from Julie Erickson and is working on learning the full Classical Pilates system at Endurance. Sydney believes that exercise and physical therapy are extremely important after sustaining an injury or undergoing surgery because it will get you back on your feet and help your body heal mentally as well as physically. Her mother Celeste is a bilateral amputee and Sydney works out with her and Julie regularly making sure she understands how Julie tailors the workouts to Celeste's needs and abilities. Sydney attended Merrimack College in North Andover where she studied Psychology. Currently, Sydney is pursuing furthering her education in Pilates while doing public speaking and writing about traumatic events and injuries, PTSD, anorexia nervosa, and healing the body and soul.
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Julia Stetson, Senior Instructor, Barre Boston Certified
Julia Stetson's life has always revolved around 3 dominating passions; ballet, teaching, and the science of the human body. Julia has been enthusiastic about teaching since the first day she was asked to become a teaching-assistant for Creative Dance and Pre-ballet, as a preadolescent. She attended the School for Creative and Performing Arts, and later the College Conservatory of Music, in Cincinnati, where she earned her BFA. In her undergrad, she completed all Physical Therapy prerequisites, for later entry into graduate school. Once she retires from performing ballet, Julia intends to pursue a doctorate in Physical Therapy. She believes a background in classical Pilates will be essential to her practice in physical therapy. Julia is Royal Academy of Dance trained. She completed grades III-V with distinction. Julia has danced professionally with Dayton Ballet, Albany Berkshire Ballet, Cincinnati Ballet, Ballet Quad Cities and she currently dances for the Jose Mateo Ballet Theatre. Julia also serves as a faculty member, at the Jose Mateo Ballet Theatre, where she teaches ballet to children and adults. Dancers are often referred to classical Pilates, as a means to increase strength, stamina and overall performance. Pilates have certainly strengthened Julia’s dancing, as her experience has corrected imbalances, misalignments, improved her posture, and daily functionality. She has witnessed firsthand, the power of Pilates, and Julia is eager to share this power with others. Ms. Julia is also a certified instructor in the Burdenko Method Water and Sports Therapy, as well as Barre Boston. She is currently working toward PMA certification. |
