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Pilates Space Team
Photos by Bill Juillette - www.justbphotographic.com
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Jacqueline Ethier, Owner and Studio Director
Qualified Fletcher Pilates® Teacher
The Ron Fletcher Program of Study®, Faculty Member
Jacqueline Ethier is a Qualified Fletcher Pilates® Teacher and professional dancer who founded the Pilates Space in 2002. She was introduced to first generation Master Teacher Ron Fletcher in 2001 by her mentor Sagrario Castilla and has been studying with him ever since. She is now a faculty member with The Ron Fletcher Program of Study®. Jacqueline offered Canada's first Comprehensive Program to qualify new Fletcher Pilates® teachers in 2008. She continues to inspire future generations of Pilates teachers through teacher training and workshops.
Jacqueline is a 2006 recipient of the prestigious 40 under forty Ottawa Business Journal Awards and was a finalist for the Ottawa Chamber of Commerce 2009 Small Business of the Year Award. In 2006/2007, she held the title of community ambassador for Lululemon.
Jacqueline graduated from the Contemporary Dance Programme at The School of Dance in Ottawa in 1999 and now leads their Pilates program.She continues to work as a professional dancer in Canada and abroad. Nearly 30 years of dance training gives her a unique sense of the body and how it moves. Jacqueline's passion for teaching and helping others discover the strength of their own bodies makes for an always challenging and inspiring class experience.
Jacqueline est bilingue. C'est donc un plaisir d'offrir les cours dans les deux langues officielles.
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Charlie Ayoub, Operations Manager
Qualified Fletcher Pilates® Teacher
Charlie is Ottawa's first and only male to achieve the level of Qualified Fletcher Pilates® Teacher, having completed the Ron Fletcher Program of Study® Comprehensive Program in 2009. He began a serious study of Pilates in 2003 and received his Matwork Certificate in 2005 from The Studio Pilates, Toronto. Charlie's diverse fitness background in Wing Chun Kung Fu and as a YMCA Certified Personal Trainer naturally prepared him for his journey into becoming a Pilates teacher.
Charlie felt the negative effects on his body and mind from working 10 years at a 9 to 5 office job and he immediately felt the benefits of a continuous Pilates practice. He is currently focused on working with people who have discomfort caused by postural imbalances and a weak core, helping them to achieve more body awareness, strength, flexibility and comfort.
Among his other studies, Charlie graduated from the Business Administration Program at Algonquin College with a major in Information Systems. By combining his interests in Business, Technology and Fitness, Charlie was instrumental in the Pilates Space's third and largest expansion in January 2008. Charlie was chosen by Lululemon to be their 2008/2009 Pilates Ambassador.
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Jeremie Deschenes, Studio Manager
Jeremie comes to us with 6 years of small business management within the Ottawa area. He joined the Pilates Space team in 2008 and looks forward to this new experience.
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Pilates Teachers
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Myra Aubry
A native of Montreal, Myra received her full teacher certifications in Pilates mat and apparatus in 2001 from Margot McKinnon, Body Harmonics Toronto, under The Method® from Physical Mind Institute.
Her teaching style reflects her interest in and experience teaching athletes, dancers and eager students. It is also influenced by Yoga, Rolfing, Feldenkrais, Chi Gung and massage therapy as taught by her colleagues in Montreal and Bermuda.
Myra's approach is shaped by three main objectives: to discover and enhance body awareness, to achieve efficient body mobility and fluidity and to nurture mental serenity.
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Heather Cairns
Heather Cairns received her teacher training certificate from Helene Roy Pilates. She teaches Matwork, Reformer, Chair and Cadillac. Co-Owner and operator of Framed! Heather's interest in Pilates began in 1999 following a running injury. She has become dedicated to the study of the Method after realizing its many benefits mostly for low back problems caused by scoliosis.
Heather has traveled to participate in Pilates and bodywork educational programs with Erik Franklin, and first generation teachers Lolita San Miguel and Kathy Grant.
Heather looks forward to continuing her education at the Pilates Space with Jacqueline Ethier, and brings with her an enthusiasm for teaching, and many years of experience as a creative entrepreneur.
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Johanna Dalgleish
Johanna is a Qualified Fletcher Pilates® Teacher and independent dance artist currently splitting her time between Ottawa, ON and Victoria, BC. She is a graduate of the Contemporary Dance Programme at The School of Dance in Ottawa where she first became passionate about Fletcher Pilates®. Johanna completed the Fletcher Pilates® Comprehensive Program of Study in 2009. Her experience as a dancer gives her a keen eye for detail and a passion for movement which she hopes to share with her clients. Johanna recently traveled to Tucson, AZ and obtained licensing in the Level II Fletcher Towelwork® and Fletcher Floorwork®, further enhancing her knowledge of the Fletcher Pilates® syllabus.
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Jane Hermanson
First introduced to Pilates in 2001, Jane has been studying and inspired by the Method under the supervision of Jacqueline Ethier at the Pilates Space. Matwork, Reformer, Towel and Spine Corrector are all part of her regular work out repertoire. Jane is a qualified Matwork teacher and a Licensed Fletcher Towelwork Provider.
Jane is passionate about physical and mental fitness, invigorating activity and good health. With a varied sports background including running, soccer, rock climbing and free weights, Jane has found Pilates to be an ideal compliment to balance physical training with a busy career.
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Mary Catherine Jack
After receiving a visual arts degree from the University of Waterloo, Mary Catherine decided to further expand her artistic experience through dance. She completed the Professional Contemporary Dance Program at The School of Dance and dove deeper into studying the body by completing her Pilates matwork certification through Jacqueline Ethier in 2007. Mary Catherine enjoys teaching movers of all ages and works in Ontario schools teaching dance as an independent artist as well as in collaboration with Learning Through the Arts.
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Denise Kelly
Denise completed her Pilates certification in January, 2003 from Helene Roy Pilates. Denise teaches Matwork, Reformer, Chair and Cadillac. She credits Pilates with giving her the energy to keep up with her two small children and enjoys sharing that energy with all her students.
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Gaby Lefebvre
Since 2000, Gaby has studied Pilates in Canada, the U.S, and Antigua. She realized her true passion for Pilates while spending time as a volunteer school council member, teaching German classes, and launching San Jose's first Charter School Program. Gaby continues to deepen her knowledge of the Pilates Method, studying with Jacqueline Ethier and Sagrario Castilla.
Gaby's drive for achievement and commitment, coupled with a healthy sense of humor, creates an environment for her clients to successfully reach their goals while having fun!
"Gaby is an extremely positive person who imparts the essence of Pilates in a straightforward and instructive manner. Her sense of humour creates a warm and inviting atmosphere where one feels at ease and predisposed to learning. Her classes leave you with a renewed level of energy and positive outlook for the day!" Joy vanderZwan
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Registered Massage Therapists
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Marta Hanrahan
Marta Trained in the Rolf Method of Structural Integration (SI) at The Guild for Structural Integration in Boulder, Colorado. She studied Massage Therapy in Ottawa, Ontario at Kine Concept Massage Therapy Institute. Marta’s practice focuses mostly on postural dysfunctions and injury rehabilitation. She also has training in pregnancy, sports, deep tissue, Hydrotherapy, neuro-muscular, myo-facial, and relaxation massage.
Marta is the first Registered Massage Therapist to offer The Rolf Method of Structural Integration in the Ottawa area. Insurance coverage is available for Massage Therapy and SI.
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