Business Details
28 Years
experience
Your Pilates Studio in New York City
Center For Movement was founded in 1998 by Elle Jardim and Donna Singer, both trained under legendary Pilates master Romana Kryzanowska. Our studio provides classical Pilates instruction rooted in Joseph Pilates' principles, fostering mind-body balance and vitality for students of all ages and fitness levels. With over two decades of experience, we maintain a warm, professional environment emphasizing anatomical precision and individualized attention.Our certified instructors hold credentials from Romana's Pilates, The Pilates Guild, and Pilates Method Alliance. Our Upper East Side New York City location offers private sessions, group classes, and specialized programs for prenatal/postnatal clients and those with spinal or joint conditions. We combine technical expertise with compassionate teaching to help clients rediscover physical capabilities and build lasting wellness through movement.
Services
Pilates Classes
Private Sessions
Group Instruction
Prenatal Pilates
Postnatal Care
Gyrotonic Training
Injury Recovery
Senior Fitness
Corporate Wellness
Movement Therapy
Details
- Year established: 1998
Highlights and features
- Certified instructors trained under Pilates master Romana Kryzanowska
- Specialized programs for prenatal/postnatal clients
- 25+ years teaching classical Pilates methodology
- Blends anatomical precision with compassionate instruction
- Upper East Side location with proven client results
Associations and certifications
- Romana's Pilates
- The Pilates Guild
- Pilates Method Alliance
What people say
Fast results
Body feeling so good
Perfect blend of professional instruction
Still going 3 years later
Helped strike balance
Services
Pilates Classes
Our classical Pilates classes follow Joseph Pilates' original methodology, emphasizing core strength and postural alignment. Instructors tailor sessions to individual needs, using specialized equipment and mat work. Clients report improved flexibility, reduced pain, and enhanced body awareness through consistent practice.
Private Sessions
Personalized instruction focuses on specific goals and physical limitations. Certified professionals create customized programs that evolve with client progress. Private sessions offer concentrated attention for mastering Pilates principles and addressing individual movement patterns.
Prenatal Pilates
Specially designed programs maintain core strength throughout pregnancy. Certified instructors modify exercises for changing bodies while preparing for childbirth. Participants learn posture support and breathing techniques that benefit both mother and baby during gestation and postpartum recovery.
Gyrotonic Training
This complementary method uses specialized equipment to create circular, spiraling movements that increase joint mobility. Sessions improve coordination through continuous motion sequences that enhance both strength and flexibility without strain on connective tissues.
Postnatal Care
Gentle Pilates-based programs rebuild core stability after childbirth. Certified professionals address common issues like diastasis recti while respecting postpartum healing timelines. Clients regain strength and confidence through carefully structured, progress-based exercise routines.
People
Elle Jardim
Co-Founder
Trained under Pilates master Romana Kryzanowska, Elle Jardim co-founded Center For Movement in 1998. Her expertise combines dance background with classical Pilates instruction to develop the studio's unique teaching approach.
Donna Singer
Co-Founder
Certified by Romana's Pilates, Donna Singer brings decades of experience to the studio. She emphasizes Pilates principles as a pathway to balanced living, drawing from original teachings by Joseph Pilates' protg.
Andrea Lynne Balliette
Lead Instructor
MFA in dance performance and MA in movement science, Lynne has taught Pilates since 1998. Gold-certified by Pilates Method Alliance, she integrates anatomical knowledge with classical training techniques for optimal movement education.
Marcia Green
Certified Instructor
Specializing in post-rehabilitation Pilates since 2007, Marcia combines personal experience with chronic knee issues and professional event planning background to address clients' physical challenges from prolonged sitting and stress.
Anna Moy
Movement Specialist
Transitioning from advertising to Pilates instruction in 2001, Anna brings versatility through Gyrotonic certification. Her diverse movement background includes ballet, tap, and tower classes, enhancing comprehensive movement solutions for clients.
Questions
What makes Center For Movement's Pilates approach unique?
Our instructors trained directly under Romana Kryzanowska, a protégé of Joseph Pilates, ensuring authentic classical technique combined with modern movement science.
Can beginners participate in your classes?
All our classes accommodate beginners through personalized instruction that adapts to individual physical abilities and progress levels.
Do you offer prenatal and postnatal Pilates programs?
Certified instructors provide specialized prenatal and postnatal programs that address pregnancy-related physical changes and postpartum recovery needs.
Are private Pilates sessions available?
We offer private sessions with personalized programs tailored to individual goals, injuries, or specific movement requirements through one-on-one instruction.
What qualifications do your instructors hold?
Our instructors hold certifications from Romana's Pilates, The Pilates Guild, and Pilates Method Alliance, with advanced training in specialized movement techniques.
How does Gyrotonic training complement Pilates?
Gyrotonic's fluid movements enhance Pilates' structured approach by improving joint mobility and coordination through continuous, circular motion patterns that develop strength and flexibility.
