Ernie Fossa
Owner and Studio DirectorErnie has been an leading educator of the Pilates Method of Exercise since 2004 and has trained hundreds of Pilates students to become Certified Pilates Teachers. He created the Gramercy Pilates NYC Teacher Training Certification Program with an integrated approach to anatomy, biomechanics and movement in mind. This integrated approach has facilitated the learning process for prospective Pilates teachers and allowed them to focus more on the science behind how and why pilates exercises really work. The Pilates Certification Program teaches the classical choreography foundation with a contemporary approach and provides in depth knowledge of why exercises work for all types of clients, including those with medical conditions and physical restrictions. He received his Pilates Certification from the Kane School of Core Integration, known for its anatomical and biomechanical approach to fitness. He also holds Certifications in Gyrotonics including the Gyrotonic Tower Expansion System and Jumping and Stretching Board. He also has a Certification to teach the Core Align. Ernie has also created and taught many Pilates workshops on Pilates Props and Advanced Pilates Choreography focusing on correct biomechanics while offering an abundance of movement progressions and modifications.
Tommy Reichling
Owner and Studio DirectorTommy brings over 20 years of experience in the health and fitness fields as both a Pilates Teacher and Personal Training Specialist. Tommy created the Gramercy Pilates NYC Teacher Training Program. He also founded and created the Gramercy Pilates Institute. He obtained his formal Pilates Teaching Education through the Kane School of Core Integration and his certificate of Health/Fitness Personal Training Specialist through the American College of Sports Medicine (ASCM) and the American Council on Exercise (ACE). As a fitness professional, he has extensive rehabilitation and injury prevention experience working in several Physical Therapy Clinics. He is also a certified Boxing and Kickboxing Instructor with competitive ring experience and has prepared several athletes for competition in Football, Hockey, Kickboxing and Baseball. He is a graduate of Columbia University, where he received a degree in Economics, as well as a minor in Pre-Physical Therapy.
Helen Mango
Director/Teacher TrainerHelen Mango began her Pilates journey 15 years ago as a participant. Her love of Pilates slowly grew into a passion and her decision to become a Pilates Teacher took flight two years ago. Helen researched other studios, she chose Gramercy because of its strong Teacher Training Philosophy. Helen believes that the best students of Pilates are those that really have a love of the technique and want to be continually challenged and also believe in a healthy lifestyle. Helen is married to the artist, Robert Mango and has worked and lived in the Tribeca neighborhood of New York all of her adult life. While raising her two, now grown, children, Helen worked at the non-profit organization Manhattan Youth. Helen looks forward to beginning a new career as a Pilates instructor at Gramercy.
Elisaveta Stoeva
Expert Pilates Teacher Elisaveta received her Comprehensive Pilates Certification from the Gramercy Pilates NYC Certification School.Elisaveta is native Bulgarian. She has a Masters degree in Accounting from the University of National and World Economy, Bulgaria. She moved to the US in 2010 and began a career in the hospitality industry. Working in a fast-paced environment with lots of bending, lifting and shifting , she realized the importance of core strength in preventing injuries, especially to the lower back. She found that Pilates was an amazing method of exercise in helping to improve not only her core strength, but overall body conditioning. Wanting to know how and why Pilates really worked, she enrolled in the Mat and Equipment Teacher Training Certification Program at Gramercy Pilates NYC. She received her Comprehensive Pilates Certification in September of 2019 and is now an Expert Pilates Teacher at the studio. She teaches all types of clients including those seeking to improve their posture, balance and strength to those with injuries. She believes that a deep mind-body connection using the Pilates method of exercise can bring new awareness of people's bodies and retain back the health and vitality.
Katherine Graham
Expert Pilates Teacher/Teacher TrainerKatherine has been practicing classical and contemporary Pilates for ten years. As a dancer, she found Pilates improved her form and strength and as a runner, it eased the pain in her joints. Katherine received her Comprehensive Pilates Certification from the Gramercy Pilates NYC Certification School. She is currently working as an Expert Pilates Teacher and Certification Program Teacher Trainer. She holds a BA from Lehigh University, an MA from Brooklyn College, and also has experience teaching dance classes in a variety of styles to a wide age range of students. Katherine believes Pilates can be truly transformative and adapted to individual needs, whether you’re looking for a physical change, rehabilitation for an injury, a better mind-body connection, or just a great workout.
Mikayla Petrilla
Expert Pilates TeacherMikayla is a NYC based performer who integrates her experience and joy for theatre with her Pilates practice. With decades of experience leading major stage productions in New York City, Off-Broadway and across the country and as a featured recurring performer on NBC's Saturday Night Live, understanding the "why" behind the movement is a core value in her work across the board. From protecting performers from injury and fulfilling the demands of an 8 show work week to helping humans of all ages and stages feel aligned, positive and empowered, Mikayla is here to elevate your fitness journey.
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Abby Hogue
Expert Pilates TeacherA classically trained competitive dancer, Abby received her Comprehensive Pilates Certification from the Gramercy Pilates NYC Certification School. Pilates has been the foundation of Abby’s training for the past 15 years. She's utilized its many benefits to recover from previous injuries, maintaining strength and endurance, improve mind-body connection, and to release muscle tension obtained while holding her current office job. Whether teaching classes or private sessions, Abby strives to share the same Pilates benefits with her clients and assist them in achieving their personal health goals. Abby is also a Teacher Trainer at the Pilates Certification School
Alexandra Nyurgechova
Expert Pilates TeacherSasha loves being active as it pushes the boundaries of possibilities every day. She enjoys different types of movement, especially cycling and running, as it gives her a chance to explore the nature, to build mental strength and physical endurance, She was introduced to Pilates after running injury 5 years ago. Pilates helped her to build a base of strength and stability, improve her posture and flexibility, which lead to better running form and spirit. Encouraged by her progress, she wanted to share Pilates with others. She completed the Mat and Equipment Training Certification Program at Gramercy Pilates NYC in June 2021. She believes more precision in the movements results in better execution of the exercises and loves nothing more than helping others become healthy and strong.
Anastasiya Bougades
Expert Pilates TeacherAnastasiya is originally from Ukraine where she received her Master's Degree in Linguistics. She moved to the United States 10 years ago. She's always led an active lifestyle and especially enjoyed kickboxing which unfortunately affected her posture. Seeking a way to correct it, she tried Pilates and discovered it's many benefits beyond just helping her postural issues. Her love of Pilates led her to a passion to get certified to teach it. She found the perfect Pilates Certification Program at Gramercy Pilates NYC. She is now an expert certified teacher at the studio and believes that everyone should be doing Pilates as their foundation for fitness. Her clients now have increased body awareness and body control which is invigorating, empowering and life-changing.
Madeleine Bernstein
Certified Pilates Teacher
Madeleine received her Comprehensive Pilates Certification from the Gramercy Pilates NYC Certification School.
I started doing Pilates at a young age after an injury I developed from playing tennis. Pilates helped me rehab from that injury, and in turn made me stronger to continue having a very competitive tennis career. As I got older, I began to lift, and run. But through it all, Pilates has been a constant. I love that it has helped me develop body awareness, a mind-body connection, has helped me get stronger, and has protected my back and joints as I try new things in the gym. And that’s why I decided to teach and why I love to teach. Pilates has given me a confidence in movement and has been a movement that I consistently enjoy. I believe everyone should have freedom in movement and in their bodies, and I think Pilates provides this. I love being able to be a part of that journey for people, and I love the opportunity to teach deeper self and body awareness to everyone that comes through my classes.
Andrew Rosselot
Certified Pilates Teacher
Andrew received his Comprehensive Pilates Certification from the Gramercy Pilates NYC Certification School.
He believes that the Pilates Method is key to developing a strong physique that will stand the test of time. Andrew has a background in dance, aerial arts, and is a lifelong runner. He has practiced Pilates for the past five years and is humbled by the endless opportunities that it has provided to challenge himself, both mentally and physically. His passion for health and fitness is grounded by the fundamental movement principles taught through the Pilates method work. Andrew hopes to give people the tools to feel strong and empowered in their bodies, now and for years to come.
Jaclyn Baer
Certified Pilates Teacher
Jacklyn received her Comprehensive Pilates Certification from the Gramercy Pilates NYC Certification School.
Jacklyn first discovered Pilates as a way to strengthen and protect her back from injuries often associated with the physically demanding work of the hospitality industry. Now, 20 years later, she’s received her Comprehensive Pilates Certification at Gramercy Pilates NYC where she teaches both group classes and private clients. She holds a BA from Bennington College and an MLS from Pratt. Jaclyn hopes to help others in the way her own practice has helped her, by developing a strong, healthy body, maintaining a mind-body connection, relieving stress and incorporating physical awareness into life outside the studio as well.
Isabelle Thier
Certified Pilates Teacher
Izzy Thier grew up bouncing from coast to coast between Connecticut and California. A lifelong dancer, she was first introduced to Pilates during her ballet training. The physical and mental challenges that Pilates provides is extremely rewarding to her as both a student and a teacher. Her teaching philosophy is firmly grounded in finding and developing healthy movement patterns for every individual body. Her classes are challenging yet energizing and will have you leaving the studio feeling further connected with your mind and body. Izzy received her Comprehensive Pilates Teacher Training Certification through Gramercy Pilates NYC.