The workshops are carried out locally by internationally experienced and highly qualified trainers and physiotherapists. Our Educators are happy to welcome all participants into their workshops in their respective country with deep knowledge of the SPINEFITTER by SISSEL® System.
Each participant will receive a SISSEL® ACADEMY Certificate after successful completion of the workshop.
Physiotherapist, Osteopath, Pilates Educator, and Head of SISSEL® ACADEMY.
Polestar Pilates trainer, Physiotherapist and Sectoral Alternative Practitioner, Chiropractic.
SPINEFITTER by SISSEL® Senior Educator, Physiotherapist, Fascial Manipulation Therapist.
SPINEFITTER by SISSEL® Senior Educator, Certified Polestar Instructor and Educator in training
SPINEFITTER by SISSEL® Senior Educator, Doctor of physical therapy and PhD degree.
SPINEFITTER by SISSEL® Senior Educator, PhD, NCPT, ACSM-CPT, ACSM/ACS-CET; EBFA Master Instructor, Oov Educator – Fitness/Group
M.Ed. University of Georgia, BA Michigan State University, Diploma Pilates, 2022 AusActive Pilates Instructor of the year, Certificate IV Personal Trainer and IKO Karate Black Belt.
SPINEFITTER by SISSEL® Educator, Tanya Cates (PhD, AEP), Fit Advisor, Innovation & Engagement Facilitator, Balanced Body® Master Instructor.
Pilates Instructor through Balanced Body® Education, Integrated Movement Specialist, CoreAlign Instructor and Personal Trainer.
SPINEFITTER by SISSEL® Educator, Balanced Body® Pilates and Gyrotonic®, CoreAlign teacher.
Our overarching mission is to drive education development and innovation across the Asia-Pacific region, with a deep commitment to raising industry standards and empowering professionals to excel in their fields.
A Dedicated Polestar Pilates Certified Studio Practitioner, Head Trainer at Core Fitness – Polestar Headquarters Dubai and GCC.
Physiotherapist, Therapeutic Exercise Specialist, cred.MDT, Clinical Pilates by GPC® Master Trainer
Certified Polestar Pilates practitioner, Dance Teacher state certified.
Pilates teacher, owner of a school “SANA CORPUS”, nutritionist and personal trainer “women specialist”.
Certified Polestar Pilates Trainer, Hatha and Ashtanga Yoga, Animal Flow, Pathologies of the spine, Pre- and Postnatal Pilates.
STOTT PILATES® Matwork & Reformer, Cadillac, Chair, & Barrels, ISP; Total Barre®; ZEN•GA® Mat; Merrithew® Fascial Movement; Halo® Training – Part 1.
Embodiment Practice & CoachingKane School Pilates – Deutschland – Österreich, SPINEFITTER by SISSEL® Educator
Sport Science, Physiotherapist and Osteopath – Founder B-mentore association and B-pilatesmed association
SPINEFITTER by SISSEL® Educator, PhD, NCPT, ACSM-CPT, ACSM/ACS-CET, EBFA Master Instructor, Oov Educator – Fitness/Group
SPINEFITTER by SISSEL® Educator, Body Control® (UK) and Polestar Pilates (USA) teacher
SPINEFITTER by SISSEL® Educator, Pilates teacher – mat and studio equipments, a holistic masseur.
SPINEFITTER by SISSEL® Educator, Pilates trainer, Cranio-sacral release trainer and FeetUp® trainer
Master of Physiotherapy, graduated from the Medical University of Lodz, Poland, STOTT Pilates fully qualified and Balanced Body Educator.
SPINEFITTER by SISSEL® Educator, Balanced Body® Pilates Educator, CoreAlign Master Instructor, Fascial Manipulation Therapist
Balanced Body Educator – Pilates mat, Reformer, all Equipment and BB Advanced Movement Principles LOW BACK. Mastertrainer FLOWIN friction training, BOSU-University and Rumble Roller.
SPINEFITTER by SISSEL® Educator, Pilates Polestar Pilates certified, a specialist in body movement, personal trainer.
Balanced Body® Pilates qualified and BOSU Master Trainer (USA), CoreAlign and Bodhi trainer. Specialist in physical education for people with disabilities (RGUFC, adaptive physical education).
Physiotherapist, Balanced Body® Educator, Slings ®Myofascial Training Teacher Foundation Level.
Physical education professor, owner, author and trainer / educator of Fitpro club and Fitpro international academy, co-creator of Nirvana body & mind method.
Certified STOTT Pilates®, Callanetics®, Facias related Pilates training (Facias Level 1), Barre® Instructor.
SPINEFITTER by SISSEL® Educator, Body Control Pilates trainer.
Nina Metternich, Head of SISSEL® ACADEMY, physiotherapist, osteopath, Pilates Educator, and co-inventor of the SPINEFITTER by SISSEL®.
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Physiotherapist, Osteopath, Pilates Educator, and Head of SISSEL® ACADEMY.
Nina Metternich is the Brand Ambassador and Co-Inventor of the SPINEFITTER by SISSEL®. She is also physiotherapist, osteopath, Pilates Educator and the Head of SISSEL® ACADEMY. With her profound knowledge of physiotherapy, osteopathy, and Pilates, Nina has a long career that encompasses academic excellence, therapy practice, and educating trainers at the highest level. Therefore, she is the perfect mastermind and visionary behind the growing SISSEL ACADEMY ®, whose mission is to support the high-quality training of future Educators and to create exciting and purposeful new workshops for the fitness and health industry of tomorrow.
SPINEFITTER by SISSEL® Senior Educator.
Anne has been working as a physiotherapist and sectoral alternative practitioner for physiotherapy for 18 years, specialising in FOI, CMD, FDM and chiropractic according to Ackermann. In addition, Anne is a Polestar Pilates trainer for rehabilitation and is committed to professional and sensitive exercise administration in both classes and personal training. As one of the three Spinefitter senior educators alongside Nina Metternich and Alex Bohlander, she is a figurehead of SPINEFITTER training at expert level. In addition, she has been supporting novacare GmbH and SISSEL GmbH as a medical consultant for over 14 years with her extensive technical expertise and is a permanent member of the product development team. Anne continuously explores application scenarios for the SPINEFITTER and initiates detailed impact studies with a medical-scientific approach.
Senior educator for Polestar International.
SPINEFITTER by SISSEL® Educator, Alexander has a professional career as therapist , Personal Trainer, Osteopath, Homeopath and as a movement specialist with his Pilates background as a senior educator for Polestar International. Alexander is the owner of 6 health centers (www.springs-koeln.de, www.bohlander-praxis.de) and works as a worldwide presenter at conferences and therapy schools. Alexander work together with Nina Metternich for over 20 years and both found inspiration in the SPINEFITTER as a universal tool to change physical conditions. Alexander is the author of the book: ‚The Pilates teacher manual‘ , translated in 5 languages and publications about health and movement, Alexander is fascinated by the endless possibilities of helping people to heal and live a happy life.
Physiotherapist, Fascial Manipulation Therapist, SPINEFITTER by SISSEL® Senior Educator for Middle East
SPINEFITTER by SISSEL® Educator, Rima has a passion for understanding the human body, movement, and knowing how to deal with pain and dysfunction. Rima had sought various qualifications and skills throughout her 11 years of practice.
Rima has worked with different types of conditions and environments, ranging from sports, yoga, post op, chronic pain, and elderly.
Along with that, Rima is a keen learner about connection between mind and body, and how to develop a better ‘self’ on a daily basis; ‘a perfect mind in a healthy body’.
SPINEFITTER by SISSEL® Senior Educator , Annie is a certified Polestar Instructor and Educator in training
SPINEFITTER by SISSEL® Senior Educator in Thailand, Annie is a certified Polestar Instructor and Educator in training, is a luminary in the realm of Pilates and wellness. In 2013, Annie embarked on a transformative journey to combat chronic back pain resulting from her demanding accounting career, ultimately discovering the profound impact of Pilates.
Annie expertise has been honed through rigorous training, culminating in a prestigious Polestar Pilates certification from Sydney, Australia. With over several years of dedicated practice in Pilates studios and a physiotherapy clinic, Annie has seamlessly transitioned into a remarkable instructor, blending precision and professionalism.
Beyond PILATES, Annie’s commitment to holistic wellness is underscored by a 700-hour yoga teacher training and a diploma in fitness management. This comprehensive foundation empowers her to guide clients toward their unique fitness goals with a personalized and results-driven approach. Annie’s passion, coupled with her extensive qualifications, makes her a beacon of inspiration in the world of Pilates and fitness.
Doctor of physical therapy and PhD degree, SPINEFITTER by SISSEL® Senior Educator,
Dr.Rex Chen, China : Rex is SPINEFITTER by SISSEL® Senior Educator, a physical therapist with over twenty years of experience and has been a professor in university for many years. Rex has Doctor of physical therapy and PhD degree, so his strong research and clinical background let him can integrated both experiences in soft tissue treatment and developed his own unique treatment model. Rex is also a home physical therapist, so he knows how to incorporate relevant exercise into patients’ home environment to let patients can fully integrate exercise into home life.
Rex got the Redcored certification and completed Yoga RYT 200 training many years ago, then has been invited to teach anatomy and muscle kinetic chain in many yoga training centres. In the future, more motor control will be combined with Spinefitter and Octocore for clinical applications.
PhD, NCPT, ACSM-CPT, ACSM/ACS-CET, RTLH Head Master, SPINEFITTER Senior Educator, EBFA Master Instructor, Oov Educator – Fitness/Group,Balanced Body Corealign Educator, Recovering Master
EUN JU (LEAH) LIM, Korea: Leah is SPINEFITTER by SISSEL® Senior Educator, she graduated PhD, Health Education, Korea National Sport University. She continuously publish the research at the journal of SCI, SCOPUS. 2008, Leah started to know “Pilates” and began to be the one main part of Pilates industry since 2011. Since 2018, she presented her research at PMA also she was invited as presenter at PMA 2022 in Las Vegas. Leah accomplished some movement certification to make her career higher including EBFA(NABOSO) Master Instructor, Balanced Body CoreAlign Educator and Oov Fitness/Group educator. She’s the translated author of Jillian Hessel’s “Pilates Basics”. Currently, Leah is working as the education director at NK Trading which is Balanced Body Korea. She’s responsible all the workshop and developing education contents to extend Pilates market in Korea.
M.Ed. University of Georgia, BA Michigan State University, Diploma Pilates, 2022 AusActive Pilates Instructor of the year, Certificate IV Personal Trainer and IKO Karate Black Belt.
SPINEFITTER by SISSEL® Educator, Tom has over 30 years’ experience working in the fitness industry. Integrating Pilates based exercises into functional movement fitness training has been the drive behind the creation of the Roman Pilates Studio. Working in the fitness and rehab industry, Tom discovered the similarity between movement behaviours and personal behaviours. All movements are learned and changed in the same way. As a result, he developed the “Roman Method – A Client-Centred Approach to Retraining Motor Control”. This accredited course explores how the brain learns movement and which environments best enable a participant to learn new movement skills. This method relies on many of the Principles of Positive Psychology and is used as the foundation for teaching all types of movement training tools.
Director and Senior Educator with Polestar Pilates Australia, NCPT, SPINEFITTER by SISSEL® Educator.
SPINEFITTER by SISSEL® Educator, Catherine is celebrating 21 years in business of her studio – Polestar Pilates right here on the northern beaches. Since it is inception Catherine has created a warm and welcoming studio that caters for all needs and backgrounds including the full Pilates studio with Physiotherapy and group Reformer. The studio is also home to world-renowned Pilates Education body Polestar Pilates which is the global leaders in their field also celebrating 30yrs in over 50 countries.
Catherine is very passionate about health and maintenance on all levels. After sustaining injuries in 2000, Pilates successfully helped alleviate an arthritic condition in her spine, so this helps Catherine to create the same guidance to all clients and her staff. Catherine using this gold standard creating a safe and enjoyable environment to assist clients in improved posture, flexibility and strength.
Catherine holds Diplomas of Sports Therapies, Diploma of Pilates, and she is certificated IV in Training and Assessment. Cahterine has presented both nationally and internationally within the Pilates space and was an inaugural committee member of the Pilates Alliance of Australia for over nine years.
SPINEFITTER by SISSEL® Educator, Tanya Cates (PhD, AEP), Fit Advisor, Innovation & Engagement Facilitator, Balanced Body® Master Instructor.
Tanya is well-respected and connected within the physical health industry both locally and internationally, she has a unique combination of expertise, knowledge, and skills.
Dr. Tanya Cates (PhD) is a Master Pilates Instructor trainer for Balanced Body® Pilates International. With 18 years Pilates teaching and instructor training she has delivered and written countless instructor courses in Pilates, movement, and Human Anatomy. Tanya completed a Doctorate of Philosophy of applied science and establishing factors related to what makes us ‘engage’ in being physically active. She has a degree in Education and is an accredited exercise physiologist (Musculo-skeletal rehabilitation). With over 25 years’ experience in the Fitness, Pilates, and education industries.
With infectious enthusiasm, vibrancy and sparkle, Tanya believes that everybody is at their optimum when they are fit and healthy. Exercise should be engaging and enjoyable, and Tanya uses this to unlock a greater sense of happiness and value in everyone she works with.
Tanya Cates (PhD, AEP)
Fit Advisor
Innovation & Engagement Facilitator
Balanced Body Master Instructor
0418 526 448
fitadvisortc@gmail.com
Pilates Instructor through Balanced Body® Education, Integrated Movement Specialist, CoreAlign Instructor and Personal Trainer.
Liz Lees’ passion for movement started from an early age obsessed with all things outdoors. Trail running, rock climbing, water sports and hiking. Being diagnosed with Type 1 diabetes at the age of 14 Liz connected with how exercise helped her navigate the emotional stress of having a chronic illness. Liz is passionate about making the joy of movement accessible for all and helping others experience the healing that movement brings to both the body and mind.
Liz is a comprehensively trained Pilates Instructor through Balanced Body Education. She is an Integrated Movement Specialist, CoreAlign Instructor and Personal Trainer. Liz’s main teaching passions are athletic conditioning and injury prevention, women’s health, and Movement for all abilities.
As a Spinefitter by Sissel Educator, Liz’s enthusiasm for teaching other movement professionals methods to help their client’s experiences is infectious!
Certified Polestar Pilates practitioner and licensed Physiotherapist, SPINEFITTER by SISSEL® Educator.
SPINEFITTER by SISSEL® Educator, Bavo is a certified Polestar Pilates practitioner and licensed Physiotherapist with a special interest in chronic pain, hyperventilation, and psychosomatic disorders. Together with Katina McCulloch (Polestar Pilates Educator) he founded Waves; a Pilates, Clinical Gym and Physiotherapy practice in Leuven, Belgium.
Karen keeps both feet on the ground, but does not shy away from sporting challenges. She sets herself a sporting goal every year, such as a marathon or a 70.3 triathlon. To combine the useful with the pleasant, she prefers to do this in sunny places like Mallorca or Ibiza.
SPINEFITTER by SISSEL® Educator, Karen used to be a pole vaulter and became Belgian champion for the first time in 2003. After that, Karen wrote many national titles after her name. Karen holds number of qualifications – Coaching CORE, Stability & Functional training, Pre- and Postnatal fitness, Master trainer degree BOSU, Triggerpoint Level 1&2, RedCord, Theragun, AMB, Kamagon and Trainer A athletics.
SPINEFITTER by SISSEL® Educator, Balanced Body® Pilates and Gyrotonic®, CoreAlign teacher.
SPINEFITTER by SISSEL® Educator. Silvia was introduced to the Pilates 13 years ago. Silvia is known as Balanced Body® Pilates teacher, educator and movement specialist, with rich experience of Pilates,dance, Gyrotonic®, CoreAlign and climbing/bouldering. She has also pursued studies in functional anatomy, human biomechanics and manual therapies.
Silvia’s teaching style is passionate, detailed, and creative. Her life pursuit is the discovery of how movement improves body-mind awareness and balance, and how people “Return to Life” through Pilates and Movement.
The Managing Director of Optimum Performance Studio and Core Fitness Limited
Kevin Rushton, Hong Kong: Core Fitness Limited was founded in 2001 as a commercial distributor for leading fitness, Pilates, recovery, and functional training accessories. Initially starting as a service and maintenance company, we quickly transitioned to commercial distribution and later expanded by opening two personal training and education studios in 2005 and 2010. At Optimum Performance Studio, our vision and mission are to deliver cutting-edge education for personal trainers, coaches, Pilates, movement specialiist, wellness practitioners and athletic trainers, partnering with global brands such as NASM, Exos, TRX, Animal Flow, Gray Institute, and ELEIKO.
We are thrilled to collaborate with Sissel Academy, supporting the development of education and workshops for fitness, Pilates, and yoga professionals. In July 2024, 8 trainers from Kevin’s team became SPF qualified Educators.
Authentic yoga, MBSR, and Eckhart Tolle’s teachings, SPINEFITTER by SISSEL® Educator.
SPINEFITTER by SISSEL® Educator, Alyona is a Certified Jivamukti Yoga Teacher as well as Certified MBSR (mindful based stress reduction) and Teacher of Awareness. Alyona self-practice is more than two decades, and she has been teaching over eight years. Alyona graduate in Moscow Finance and Law Academy of Management and Moscow State University Gemmologist.
By embodying the basic principles of Authentic yoga, MBSR, and Eckhart Tolle’s teachings, along with other knowledge and experience collected throughout her professional life, Alyona mindful living, intuitive healing, and yoga sessions are designed for those seeking answers on various levels, be it physical and mental health, their life’s path, or harmony.
A Dedicated Polestar Pilates Certified Studio Practitioner and Educator for SPINEFITTER by SISSEL®, Head Trainer at Core Fitness – Polestar Headquarters Dubai and GCC.
SPINEFITTER by SISSEL® Educator, Christina is a dedicated and passionate health and fitness professional, serves as the Head Trainer at the Polestar GCC affiliated Connect Pilates Studio Dubai, Christina holds the titles of a certified Studio Practitioner by Polestar Pilates, backed by over ten years of hands-on experience in the industry. Christina fitness journey ignited from a deep love for movement, sparking her dedication to mastering the art of Pilates and spinal health. Christina’s life’s mission is to empower individuals, fostering command over their physical and mental well-being, all with a compassionate and approachable manner. Christina unwavering objective is to drive a positive transformation in the lives of her clients, guiding them towards a healthier, happier, and more harmonious existence.
SPINEFITTER by SISSEL® Senior Educator, Physiotherapist, Therapeutic Exercise Specialist, cred.MDT, Clinical Pilates by GPC® Master Trainer
Eleni Matsouki, Greece & Cyprus: SPINEFITTER by SISSEL® Educator, Eleni owns a private physiotherapy clinic named ‘Galatsi Physio Center’ in Athens, Greece since 2005, an educational institution named ‘Clinical Pilates Institute’ and Eleni is the inventor of the therapeutic exercise method called ‘The Clinical Pilates by GPC® Method’. Eleni teaches to health and movement professionals in many countries. She holds two Master’s degrees; the first is in Administration of Health Units (Hellenic Open University, Greece, since 2015) and the second is in Therapeutic Exercise (University of Patras, Greece, since 2023). Eleni also has an International Certification in The McKenzie Method® of Mechanical Diagnosis and Therapy® (MDT) from The McKenzie Institute International®, New Zealand and is Fully Certified APPI Pilates Matwork Instructor from The Australian Physiotherapy & Pilates Institute, England.
In her private clinic, she treats patients with orthopedic and neurological problems such as spinal and peripheral joint disorders, multiple sclerosis and Parkinson’s disease through movement and therapeutic exercise. Her professional experience counts more than 20 years.
Vanina is Pilates teacher, owner of “Vanina Pilates Studio”, SPINEFITTER by SISSEL® Educator.
In 2012, Vanina completed a comprehensive mat work and Reformer training at the “Centre Art Danse” in Paris. It was during that year that she discovered Ellie Herman’s approach to Pilates through her books. In 2015, Vanina had the luck of following Ellie’s masterclass training with her in person at her New York studios. Vanina continued learning from Ellie Herman and discovered her Barre Method, which is a great Pilates inspired cardio workout. In 2017 Vanina came back to New York to train and be certified in that method.
In 2022, Vanina followed Ellie’s comprehensive rehabilitation program which allowed her to broaden the spectrum of clients she can help with Pilates. Vanina has taught Pilates in various studios and done private coaching in Paris until 2019. In that period, she also had the joy of translating Joseph Pilates’ books into French for Sissel France, thus helping spread his wisdom.
After moving to Nantes, Vanina opened her own studio where she teaches mat work classes and does private coaching on the Reformer. Vanina is proud to participate in the evolution of Pilates as a SPINEFITTER by SISSEL® Educator since September 2023.
Certified Polestar Pilates practitioner, SPINEFITTER by SISSEL® Educator, Dance Teacher state certified
SPINEFITTER by SISSEL® Educator, Aurélie started as a professional dancer and has been in the dance world for more than 20 years. She has studied various styles in Paris and NYC and has danced in different Companies. Aurélie had her own Jazz Dance Company as a choreographer for 10 years and toured all over France and Benelux countries.
Then Aurélie went back to teaching dance in Paris and became interested in the Pilates method 5 years ago, she followed the Polestar Mat training with Yaelle Penkhoss in Paris, and got certified as a practitioner first, then as a full Mentor in Polestar Paris.
Aurélie currently works as an online personal trainer, a Dance and Pilates teacher in Paris, and works as a Mentor in Mat sessions in Polestar Paris Studio.
Vanina is Pilates teacher, owner of a school “SANA CORPUS”, nutritionist and personal trainer “women specialist”.
Vanina ALLEGRINI DESSEL, France – Lyon: SPINEFITTER by SISSEL® Educator, In 2015, Vanina trained in Pilates matwork and realized the immense benefits that this discipline can bring on a daily basis for both sporting performances and well-being. Vanina decided to continue her Pilates training and develop her own activity by creating her own school association in 2020 “Sana Corpus”. She passes on her knowledge and experience to future coaches. Vanina works as a personal trainer and Pilates instructor in Lyon. Vanina is always looking for complementary tools to support her clients, it’s with great interest that she decides to add to her panel this ingenious accessory which is the Spinefitter and completed the qualification in July 2024.
PILATES school for teacher training, SPINEFITTER by SISSEL® Educator.
SPINEFITTER by SISSEL® Educator, Dagmar is a passionate Pilates teacher and true SPINEFITTER by SISSEL® lover and has more than 35 years of experience in teaching movement and posture. In 2001 Dagmar founded the Keep in motion PILATES school for teacher training in Germany and is still the owner. Since 2015 recognized Pilates teacher training institute by the German Pilates Association (DPV). She’s also the owner of the Keep in motion PILATES STUDIO in Munich since 2010. Dagmar lives in Munich.
Certified Polestar Pilates Trainer, Hatha and Ashtanga Yoga, Animal Flow, Pathologies of the spine, Pre- and Postnatal Pilates, SPINEFITTER by SISSEL® Educator. Denitsa is a passionate traveler.
SPINEFITTER by SISSEL® Educator, Denista is an enthusiastic Pilates Trainer, a Flow Artist, a Photographer and a Digital Marketer. She is a certified Polestar Pilates Trainer since 2016 with a never stopping dedication, love, and curiosity for all types of movement. Denitsa holds multiple certifications in Pilates on the mat, on the Reformer, in Hatha and Ashtanga Yoga, in Animal Flow, Pathologies of the spine, Pre- and Postnatal, Neuroplasticity and Meditation and Mindfulness. Denista loves to utilize her crossed skills creatively on the SPINEFITTER. To help as many people as possible to feel better in their bodies and minds is not just a job, but a life purpose for her.
STOTT PILATES® Matwork & Reformer, Cadillac, Chair, & Barrels, ISP; Total Barre®; ZEN•GA® Mat; Merrithew® Fascial Movement; Halo® Training – Part 1, SPINEFITTER by SISSEL® Educator.
SPINEFITTER by SISSEL® Educator, Michaela is STOTT PILATES® Matwork & Reformer, Cadillac, Chair, & Barrels, ISP; Total Barre®; ZEN•GA® Mat; Merrithew® Fascial Movement; Halo® Training – Part 1.
Additional credentials and designations:
MBA, ACE, Fitness and Advanced Trainer for Dr. Schleipp for Fascial Fitness, Certified Message Therapist.
Michaela’s fitness career has taken her all over the world. Michaela was a dancer in her native home of Germany before becoming certified as an ACE Group Fitness Instructor and Personal Trainer while spending time in the United States. Michaela completed her STOTT PILATES® Certification in New York and in the U.K. and went on to become a Merrithew® Lead Instructor Trainer. Michaela also specializes in the complete STOTT PILATES Repertoire, including all Matwork and Equipment levels, as well as Total Barre®, ZEN•GA®, Merrithew® Fascial Movement, and Halo® Training. In 2002, Michaela founded Pilatesbody, the first Merrithew Licensed Training Center in Munich, Germany. She is also the author of bestselling books about Pilates.
Polestar Pilates and a Physiotherapist, SPINEFITTER by SISSEL® Educator.
SPINEFITTER by SISSEL® Educator, Susanne has been teaching the Pilates method for 20 years and she is a mentor at Polestar Pilates and a Physiotherapist. Susanne has been a Lecturer in physical therapy for years and part-time Self-employed as a private Pilates Therapy Trainer. She established Pilates as a curricular teaching subject in 2 physical therapy schools.
In the clinic Susanne works with professional athletes and chronic pain patients.
Polestar Pilates Educator, Osteopath, Trigger Point Therapy and SPINEFITTER by SISSEL® Educator.
SPINEFITTER by SISSEL® Educator, Annette’s sports career started with Gymnastics, Ballet and Volleyball. After studying Diploma in Sport and Science, Annette discovered the Pilates Method and became Polestar Pilates Educator and then the owner of the Pilates Haus in Dortmund, Germany.
To deepen Annette anatomical knowledge, she studied osteopathy at the International Academy of Osteopathy (IAO) and finished numerous additional educations, such as Trigger Point Therapy (IMTT). Annette is also specialized in Scoliosis Therapy and Instability Training.
Physiotherapist for Humans and horses, SPINEFITTER by SISSEL® Educator.
Lisa Steinhage, Germany : Lisa is a qualified Physiotherapist since 2005. In 2016 she established her own praxis for orthopaedic Physiotherapy and Training. Lisa’s first introduction to the Spinefitter was in 2023 and she immediately felt love with it, she completed her Spineffiter qualification in June 2024. She is very excited about the journey the Spinefitter will takes her. Lisa hopes the Spinefitter gives a lot of her clients (horse riders specially) the opportunity to ride better and for her it is a great opportunity to combine the job she loves with her hobby.
Physiotherapist, previous /original profession a horse-riding trainer.
Susanne Loreno, Germany: Susanne decided to study for her bachelor’s physiotherapy degree in the Netherlands after a major neck injury that almost left her paralyzed at the age of 21 during her first job as a horse-riding trainer.
The life-changing first-hand experience of the pain, trauma, and conventional treatments of the accident led Susanne to diverge in the direction of studying and learning more about the human body. She continued to study Osteopathy and Natural Treatments going deeper into Anatomy, this journey allowed her even more thoroughly to understand the body, mind, and soul.
Over the last six years, Susanne has worked closely with Nina Metternich together running Nina’s Osteopathy practice specializing in pregnant women, newborns, and Hypnobirthing. In June 2023 she qualified as Spinefitter Educator.
Susanne’s motto: „Positive mindset and active lifestyle inspire me to help heal naturally and spread motivation.“
Embodiment Practice & CoachingKane School Pilates – Deutschland – Österreich, SPINEFITTER by SISSEL® Educator
Kim Kanwischer, Deutschland – Österreich: SPINEFITTER by SISSEL® Educator, Kim is a seasoned dance teacher, Pilates instructor, and educator specializing in osteoporosis prevention, spinal health, and rehabilitation. She represents the Kane School Pilates Teacher Training Program in Germany and Austria. As a certified educator, Kim combines her deep understanding of movement with her passion for helping others achieve optimal well-being. Kim’s holistic approach integrates innovative tools to enhance mobility and support long-term health. Dedicated to continuous learning, Kim is committed to empowering her students through education, ensuring they achieve their goals safely and effectively. Kim completed her Spinefitter qualification in July 2024.
Balanced Body® Pilates Master Trainer, online Personal Trainer and SPINEFITTER by SISSEL® Educator.
SPINEFITTER by SISSEL® Educator, Marta has a degree in exercise science and has worked in the fitness world for more than 20 years. Marta has been teaching Pilates since 2004 and is a master trainer for Balanced Body®. Marta graduated in Exercise Science, and Balanced Body® Educator passionate about outdoor sports and functional workouts.
After running a few gyms for years, Marta currently works as an online Personal Trainer and in parallel coaches many outdoor clients, as she participates as an athlete in various sports competitions such as running and obstacle racing.
Trainer for Pilates and other Mind-Body practices in various Wellness Clubs, Wellness hotels and in the Thermal Baths in Merano.
SPINEFITTER by SISSEL® Educator, Jürgen’s first contact with the Pilates method was in 2001 in Zurich. Jürgen is Trainer for Pilates and other Mind-Body practices in various Wellness Clubs, Wellness hotels and in the Thermal Baths in Merano. Since 2011 Jürgen owns studio „JM Pilates & Friends“ in Merano. Jürgen is Certified Movement Educator according to the Franklin Method and since 2022 he is certified SPINEFITTER by SISSEL® Educator.
Among other things, Jürgen is involved in the further development of SPINEFITTER by SISSEL®.
Sport Science, Physiotherapist, Osteopath and Balance Body Educator – Specialist in Pelvic Floor Breathing, Biodynamic and Pediatric Osteopathy
Dr Barbara Giusti, Italy SPINEFITTER by SISSEL® Educator, obtained her Bachelor’s Degree in Motor Sciences in 2010 at the University of Pisa, specialised in Pilates Method at the Covatech Pilates School in Milan in 2014, same year Barbara obtained a Bachelor’s Degree in Physiotherapy at the University of Genoa, specialising in Pelvic Floor Rehabilitation in Rome. During this period, Barbara added to her university studies various courses dedicated to sports activities such as the CONI ‘Expert in Physical Preparation’ diploma and somatic movement experience through Body-Mind Centering (BMC) in Tuscania. In 2017 and 2020 she graduated in the Master’s Degree in Clinical Posturology at the University of Pisa. Barbara graduated in the TOP Method, concluding her Master’s Degree in Motor Sciences at the Pegaso Telematic University in the same year. In 2022 Barbara obtained diploma in MIB (Mindfulness Instructor Based) attending the Master in Neuroscience, Mindfulness and Contemplative Practices at the University of Pisa and the diploma in Osteopathy at the IOA Academy in Milan.
In 2023, Barbara completed the Biodynamics course at the NewLife School Association and became a Pilates Educator in Balance Body for which she conducted training courses in the Pilates Method. Barbara is currently enrolled in the Master’s degree course in Rehabilitation Sciences at the State University of Milan. Since 2017 she has been lecturing for Bachelor’s and Master’s degrees in Physiotherapy and Motor Sciences at several Italian universities. She became a Spinefitter Educator in 2024.
Polestar Pilates Asia/Franklin Method®︎ Educator, GYROTONIC®︎/CoreAlign®︎ Trainer, Movement Coach.
SPINEFITTER by SISSEL® Educator, Beat is originally from Switzerland and now lives in Japan. Beat is a true professional and movement artist. With a diverse background in dance, martial arts, and fitness, Beat excels in various styles and techniques. Beat’s dedication to his craft shines through as he demonstrates exceptional creativity in the world of movement. Beat keen ability to maximize his body reminds us of the potential for functional and integrated motion. Under Beat guidance, participants unlock possibilities within themselves, applying them in daily life. Beat is a visionary leader and through his education, makes the world of movement accessible to all.
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Kristina Zaicenkoviene, Kaunas, Lithuania: SPINEFITTER by SISSEL® Educator, Kristina is owner of Pilates house studio in Kaunas, Lithuania, lecturer in Lithuanian Sports University, author of the first Pilates book and DVD’s in Lithuanian language, certified Body Control® (UK) and Polestar Pilates (USA) mat and full studio equipment Pilates teacher. Kristina has 25 years’ experience in teaching movement, she has a PhD in Biological Sciences as well as Master’s degree in Sports Science. For the past 15 years Kristina has been teaching movement sciences to physiotherapists in her native Lithuania.
Teacher Trainer for Pilates mat and Studio Equipment, a holistic masseur and SPINEFITTER by SISSEL® Educator.
SPINEFITTER by SISSEL® Educator, Loes is professional dancer by origin, Classical Pilates trainer and holistic masseur, specialized in fascia-focused movement and functional anatomy.
Loes Buenen is a Classical Pilates trainer since 2006. In 2013 she became a holistic masseur. Loes runs her own studio – Lijfstroom since 2014. Ever since, her goal is to combine the benefits of hands-on massage techniques with the control and strength of the Pilates Method.
This all comes together in her own movement method called Pilates Care and Release, which helps people to move effortless and pain free. The SPINEFITTER is the perfect addition to this! Loes is also a Teacher Trainer for Pilates mat and Studio Equipment, and functional anatomy certifications.
SPINEFITTER by SISSEL® Educator, Classical Pilates Educator mat and equipment, Cranio-sacral-release therapist and FeetUp® trainer.
Evelyne Salden, Netherlands: From 1996 to 2008, Evelyne worked as an environmental specialist. Since 2011, she have been a classical Pilates trainer (mat and equipment) and run her own studio called “eviva”. Evelyne integrate cranio-sacral techniques (trained in 2020 and 2021), the FeetUp®Trainer (certified in 2023), and the Spinefitter® (certified SPF Educator in 2024) into her sessions, focusing on fascia and the body-mind connection. Evelyne goal is to promote joy, release, strength, and awareness.
Having guided people with scoliosis for years, she wants to deepen her knowledge. Currently, she is enrolled in the Scolio-Pilates training program.
Master of Physiotherapy, graduated from the Medical University of Lodz, Poland, STOTT Pilates fully qualified and Balanced Body Educator.
Magdalena Nowak, Poland : SPINEFITTER by SISSEL® Senior Educator, Master of Physiotherapy, STOTT Pilates fully qualified and Balanced Body Educator.
Magda has been practicing Pilates since 2005. She trained at the Canadian STOTT Pilates school, where in 2018 she obtained full certification which allows her to work with Pilates equipment at all levels of advancement.
Magda specializes in conducting health trainings, primarily focused on the health of the back and musculoskeletal system. She works with people with back pain, spondylolisthesis, discopathy, sciatica, after spine surgery, with posture defects, scoliosis, hip and knee surgeries, and everyone who wants to improve their health. Magda mentor program with Julie Driver and did many workshops with STOTT, Tom Waldron, Pilates Therapy, Alisson Salmond, Kathy Corey and had regular personal trainings with Julie Driver and Lesley Logan. Magda has been running her own studio since 2010 and in 2023 she opened her second Pilates studio – Movimento Pilates Education only for education (Authorized Education Centre) fully equipped with Balanced Body machines as also with Spinefitters.
SPINEFITTER by SISSEL® Educator, Balanced Body® Pilates Educator, CoreAlign Master Instructor, Fascial Manipulation Therapist.
Julia is a dynamic and dedicated Fitness Specialist with a wealth of experience spanning 26 years, instructing both group fitness sessions and personalized classes. Julia is quipped with advanced proficiency in Pilates, Kinesiology, Nutritionology, STECCO fascial manipulation, and the Structural Therapy course by Thomas Myers.
Julia established her own Pilates & Functional Training Studio «Bodycontrology» in 2019 for classes promoting a healthful and joyful experience. She is deeply committed to crafting fitness and nutrition programs that maximize results and foster a holistic sense of well-being to clientele. Julia is working with individuals across all age groups holding a gerontologist degree, addressing a wide range of health concerns. Julia offers guidance on safe exercise practices, considering each participant’s unique physical constraints. She conducts fitness evaluations and manual muscle testing to customize workout plans and meet individual needs.
Being a Balanced Body® National Mentor of the Master Trainer Team in Russia, Julia educated a cohort of 1000 students in the realm of Pilates. Providing guidance, resources, and encouragement, as well as devising tailored mentorship strategies for each mentee to ensure their success.
Julia also holds certificates of the following Pilates and functional movement activities: BODHI; MOTR; GARUDA – MAT, BARRE, APPARATUS 1; FMS – 1, 2; BOOTY BARRE; GYMSTICK; FLOWIN; MELT.
Balanced Body® Educator (Master Instructor)- Pilates mat, Reformer, Equipment and BB Advanced Movement Principles LOW BACK, FLOWIN friction training, BOSU University and Rumble Roller.
Daria Litvinova, Russia: SPINEFITTER by SISSEL® Educator, Daria was a professional athlete and dancer in the past. She is a fitness expert, personal trainer over 19 years. Master Instructor from Balanced Body® – Pilates mat, Reformer, all Equipment plus the BB Advanced Movement Principles LOW BACK for last 10 years. She is further qualified as Master Trainer FLOWIN friction training, BOSU University and Rumble Roller. Daria is a founder of the training center „ProFIT“ (Balanced Body® Authorized training center).
Daria is an author of educational fitness programs, presenter of international conventions and organizer of the international convention “FUN PILATES”. She became Spinefitter Educator qualified in Juny 2024.
SPINEFITTER by SISSEL® Educator, Pilates Polestar Pilates certified, a specialist in body movement, personal trainer.
Vilena Schuster, Russia: Vilena has background as a general nurse and she studied Mykolaiv Pedagogical University – Faculty of Psychology. She also completed Institute of Physical Education and Sports of Chisinau. Vilena is Instructor-coach of aerobics wellness groups, Pilates Polestar Pilates classes and personal trainer. With over 25 years’ fitness experience, Vilena sessions are creative mixture of exercises working on back pain release, improving joint mobility and developing flexibility and strength. She is constantly in the process of self-development and self-education having under her bell qualifications such; joint mobilizations, breathing practices and myofascial release. Vilena is Pilates teacher at the University of Fitness „Startfit“, Russia. She completed her Spinefitter qualification in June 2024.
Balanced Body® Pilates qualified and BOSU Master Trainer (USA), CoreAlign and Bodhi trainer. Specialist in physical education for people with disabilities (RGUFC, adaptive physical education).
Anna Klikova, Russia: SPINEFITTER by SISSEL® Educator, Anna is a professional coach since 2005, Master trainer of the Balanced Body® International Pilates school and BOSU (USA). Anna is a specialist in physical education for people with disabilities (RGUFC, adaptive physical education) and certified Pilates MOTR, BOSU, CoreAlign and Bodhi trainer. Her further qualifications are certified instructor of movement therapy: anatomy train for movement therapists and Stecco academy. Anna is a successful practitioner of group programs. Personal trainer and wellness program coach, methodologist and author of practical workshops. Anna is a presenter of national and international conventions, and she has extensive experience in implementing Pilates programs in fitness clubs. Anna completed her Spinefitter qualification in June 2024.
Physiotherapist, Balanced Body® Educator, Slings ®Myofascial Training Teacher Foundation Level, SPINEFITTER by SISSEL® Educator.
SPINEFITTER by SISSEL® Educator, Adriana is Physiotherapist, Balanced Body® Educator, Slings Myofascial Training Teacher Foundation Level. Adriana is an experienced Physiotherapist, Pilates & Slings teacher passion for movement. Adriana understands and utilizes the connection between Pilates and Fascial training to help clients relieve pain and release tension through movement. As a passionate educator and the teacher, Adriana finds great joy in sharing her expertise and wisdom. Adriana is very excited to bring SPINEFITTER to Slovakia.
Physical education professor, owner, author and trainer / educator of Fitpro club and Fitpro international academy, co-creator of Nirvana body & mind method.
SPINEFITTER by SISSEL® Educator, Katja is a charismatic educator, trainer, therapist with 30+ years of experience. Katja occupations are – teacher of physical education, a nurse and leader of FITPRO International Academy and Fitpro club. Katja is also a main creator of the Nirvana body & mind method ( www.nirvana.fitness ) and the Education director of Nirvana and her own Fitpro academy. Over the years Katja has educated herself in various fields of healthy body, mind and spirit attended courses all over the world.
Polestar Pilates teacher, Yoga teacher, Ayurveda therapist, SPINEFITTER by SISSEL® Educator. He practices Meditation and Qigong – he loves what he does and does what he loves.
Noun Felten is living in Tenerife (Canary Islands) since 2019 and is a Polestar Pilates teacher, Yoga teacher, Ayurveda therapist, Educator of Sissel Academy since 2005 and a very enthusiastic expert when it comes to movement, healing, relaxation, and wellbeing.
As a therapist & Personal trainer he is a big fan of the SPINEFITTER by SISSEL® and benefits from its effects daily. He teaches and lectures all over the world in German, English & Spanish.
Pilates and Barre concept® Instructor, Personal trainer, SPINEFITTER by SISSEL® Educator.
SPINEFITTER by SISSEL® Educator, Ursula is Movement teacher, gymnastics teacher, Pilates instructor, NIA white belt instructor, Barre concept® Instructor, Personal trainer for dance and movement.
Ursula Fernandez founded and run the dance and movement school „Body&More“ in Rapperswil-Jona/Switzerland for 27 years. Starting with classical ballet, later jazz dance etc., her path finally led her to Pilates and Body&Mind classes. Ursula specialized in Pilates and individual training for all ages. Ursula completed training and further education in the areas of Pilates, meditation, Barre concept®, forest bathing. Ursula is proud to participate in the evolution of Pilates as SPINEFITTER by SISSEL® Educator since September 2023 and appreciates it very much to include it regularly in her classes.
Sport Physiotherapist, Pilates Polestar Comprehensive Trainer, SPINEFITTER by SISSEL® Educator.
SPINEFITTER by SISSEL® Educator, Kathrin is a young senior physiotherapist who combines her extensive expertise in this area with a series of further qualifications. Kathrin holds a Bachelor of Science in Physiotherapy (2015) and a Master of Science in Healthcare Management and Health Economics (2021). In addition, Kathrin is a certified Sports Physiotherapist ESP (2018), TRX trainer (2020), Polestar Pilates trainer mat (2018), Oov (2021) and Studio equipment (2022).
Kathrin works as a physiotherapist and Ergonomic Specialist in the field of preventive management. She also teaches Pilates group classes, combining her skills in all these areas to maximum people advantage. As an enthusiastic trainer, she takes great pleasure in passing on her knowledge and experience.
Certified STOTT Pilates®, Callanetics®, Facias related Pilates training (Facias Level 1), Barre® Instructor, SPINEFITTER by SISSEL® Educator. Mother of twins, passionate about women’s fitness.
SPINEFITTER by SISSEL® Educator, Nicole works as a certified STOTT Pilates Instructor since 2010 in several countries like India and Thailand. Nicole’s further qualifications are Callanetics®, Facias related Pilates training (Facias Level 1), Barre® Instructor and she is trainer for PSM – Pilates Suspension Method as well as Animal Flow training.
Nicole passion for Facias related Pilates training (Facias Level 1) and Barre® help her to find the most efficient and advantage exercise programs for everyone. In Germany Nicole successfully ran her own studio from 2013 until 2021. Because of her love living abroad, Nicole decided to close her beloved studio and moved to Thailand. In Thailand Nicole cooperates with a wonderful studio in the middle of Bangkok.
Aside from Pilates, Duncan is a keen runner, having taken part in over 40 marathons and half marathons and works with lots of local runners on improving running technique. Duncan uses his in-depth knowledge of running form and conditioning to design dedicated Pilates sessions for runners.
SPINEFITTER by SISSEL® Educator, Duncan has been teaching Pilates for over 17 years and has been part of the Teacher Training team for Body Control Pilates for the last 12 years. Duncan is certified in all aspects of Matwork and Studio Equipment. He is also a keen runner, having competed in 21 marathons, four 50k’s and numerous half marathons and 10k races. Duncan developed the Pilates for Runners teacher training course, and along with this he now teaches his own movement workshops around the UK. Duncan has completed 9 days of the AiM (Anatomy in Motion) Immersion course, and the Closed Chain Biomechanics of the Lower Limb. Duncan runs his own Studio, and he also teaches out of a studio at the Victoria Park Harriers running club in London. Duncan has been a keen advocate of the benefits of using the SPINEFITTER right from their original launch.
Having grown up in India, Colombia, Brazil and Spain, Duncan teaches in English, Spanish & Portuguese.
Michael King, has over 45 years of experience in Pilates, is a luminary in the field.
SPINEFITTER by SISSEL® Educator ,Pilates Teacher & Educator, Michael journey began at the London School of Contemporary Dance, leading to the founding of Body Control Studios in 1982. Michael’s expertise was further honed at the Houston Ballet Company and through collaborations with Pilates legends in the USA. Returning to Europe, he established the Pilates Institute UK and now leads Michael King Pilates (MK Pilates), with his training programmes reaching over 30 countries. Michael’s commitment to Pilates education and his role in shaping industry standards are globally recognised.
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