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BFA, NKT, CFSS, NPCT, P-DTR®

(Studio Owner)

Certified Pilates Practitioner, Movement Educator, Certified and Mentor- Neurokinetic Therapist, and Certified Fascial Stretch Specialist

Cathy is a graduate from the University of Oklahoma, with a Bachelor of Fine Arts in Dance Pedagogy. She worked on a Masters in Movement Therapy at Hunter College in NYC, and received a Post-Baccalaureate Pre-Med degree from Columbia University. She was a full scholarship recipient at several Dance Conservatories in NYC such as Martha Graham and Alvin Ailey.

Cathy found her way to Pilates through her extensive dance background to enhance her instrument to perform. Cathy has been practicing Yoga and Pilates since 1996. Cathy is certified through Physical Mind, Power Pilates, Polestar Pilates International and NPCP. She is a member with the NPCP (National Pilates Certification Program) and Yoga Alliance and is a member in good standing with American Fitness Association of America. She is also a member of NAPW (National Association of Professional Women). Cathy is the owner of SmartSpine and movement educator and host site for SmartSpine training. Cathy is also a Certified Fascial Stretch Specialist Level III. Certified Neurokinetic Therapist Level III, NMR Neuromuscular Reprogramming II, P-DTR Proprioceptive Deep Tendon Reflex Level III.
 

Cathy attends several continuing education conferences every year to learn and know the latest research and approach to movement, for clients with Osteoporosis, Scoliosis, Parkinsons, MS and all the spinal pathologies as well as women's health and the physically fit.