I love to teach Pilates because...
of the genius of its simplicity. I am constantly rewarded by teaching clients and watching their bodies and lives change. My passion for Pilates has brought together all of the loves of my life, including my husband. I am grateful for the opportunities Pilates has given me with travel, long lasting relationships, and communication. As my body has evolved and changed with time, Pilates has allowed me to enjoy my life to its fullest potential.

Final standing: #8 of 53 (484 votes)

I love to teach Pilates because...
It is a blessing and a privilege to share my knowledge and expertise with other Pilates enthusiasts, clients and teachers. Every day I get to learn and discover new, fun, and fabulous things about the body to help improve strength, flexibility, functional movement, and whole-body health. I believe everyone has the right to be healthy and happy, and Pilates training is a valuable tool that has a lasting impact to help people deepen their body awareness, get fit, reduce risk of injuries, and create positive healthy habits for a lifetime of Mind-Body and Spirit wellness success!

Final standing: #25 of 53 (129 votes)

I love to teach Pilates because...
...not did it also help me to overcome a back injury, it also started an industry in Australia. Over the years this passion has not faded. Every new client that comes in offers me more insights into the human body and its workings. This instills in me a thirst for more knowledge and creativity to conquer long-standing issues - and the look of gratitude, whether from a client or a trainee instructor, is like a child lighting up with a revelation of something new they have not experienced before. To know you were part of that is priceless.

Final standing: #29 of 53 (114 votes)

I love to teach Pilates because...
it is super fun, that is the purpose of life.... right? It is so fulfilling to help others and to make Pilates attainable to all people. Pilates is so gentle, yet so effective. The core fundamentals or concepts coupled with working with gravity and decompressing your spine = life time value for all.

Final standing: #1 of 53 (894 votes)

I love to teach Pilates because...
it helps my clients live full and active lives. I cannot think of a more gratifying profession! Although I have had a successful career in the fitness industry since 1986, no other form of movement has impacted my life in such a profound way. But more importantly than that, the greatest aspects of teaching Pilates are the changes that I see in my clients and the success stories they share with me. I love the depth and breadth of the classical work which still allows for creative interpretation for a full-time instructor like me.

Final standing: #21 of 53 (159 votes)

I love to teach Pilates because...
Pilates touches all ages, body types, physical disabilities and fitness levels, bringing them together in mind and body. I am truly amazed at how much I can learn from the bodies I touch and interact with on a daily basis. Pilates allows me to continue to learn and grow on a daily basis from the elders down to the newest student in a teacher training or class. I appreciate the fact that I continue to learn from all of these individuals. I am truly blessed to be a part of such a wonderful industry, one of sharing, learning, listening and helping others. Thank you for giving me to opportunity to share this gift with a wider audience through Pilates Anytime. I am so excited!

Final standing: #43 of 53 (64 votes)

I love to teach Pilates because...
so many students tell me how much better they feel after learning and doing Pilates. I'm helping people become more aware of their posture one class at a time. Improving American's health one student at a time. I get to do Pilates and share this wonderful technique every day I go to work.

Final standing: #41 of 53 (67 votes)

I love to teach Pilates because...
it is an exercise program that works for everyone. All types of body types, ages and skill levels can benefit from the teachings of Joseph Pilates. Many clients have told me that Pilates is the only exercise that they haven't quit, because it feels so good as you are working hard. Pilates is addictive. It's stretching with strength and control. A perfect combo. The stretch feels good, your strength is the work and the controlling of your movements is the heart of Pilates. It is so rewarding as a teacher to see clients progress.

Final standing: #50 of 53 (34 votes)

I love to teach Pilates because...
I love to teach Pilates because I have repeatedly seen the work improve clients’ lives! There is no better feeling than to see a client stand taller, stronger and more confident because of Pilates. “I was taller at my last physical”, “It’s easier to do chores”, “I don’t have back pain anymore.” I hear comments like these daily from clients reaping the benefits of Pilates. And in 2009 I experienced the benefits of Pilates personally. Diagnosed with breast cancer, it was my Pilates practice that helped me return to teaching only two weeks after surgery. Pilates transforms lives everyday!

Final standing: #31 of 53 (99 votes)

I love to teach Pilates because...
I believe in this work and what it can do. I have seen Pilates change the bodies and lives of so many of my clients. I cherish every day that I get to go to my studio and share this work with my students.

Final standing: #46 of 53 (56 votes)

I love to teach Pilates because...
Pilates is not just exercise, it is a way of life. Having practiced Pilates for 20 years, never once have I been bored or uninspired. In fact, I am continuously challenged and inspired by the method because it is so rich and diverse. I love teaching because I love sharing my passion for Pilates with others. I enjoy watching clients' bodies change and get stronger. The highest compliment is when a client tells me that connections they made in the studio translated into their daily life. But most of all, I love teaching Pilates because I love helping others find their inner strength and thus motivate them to be the best that they can be.

Final standing: #5 of 53 (493 votes)

I love to teach Pilates because...
it is the perfect exercise form to help my clients deeply connect to their physicality, own their movement, and feel empowered. Pilates is invigorating because it makes every muscle turn on and work together toward a common movement purpose. Continued practice of Pilates gives you physical power you didn't think was possible, and that is fantastic!

Final standing: #23 of 53 (133 votes)

I love to teach Pilates because...
it changed my life and I love to share that experience with my students.

Final standing: #9 of 53 (474 votes)

I love to teach Pilates because...
after 8 years I enjoy every class I teach. I really like it when people doing aerobics or weights come to my class just "to try" and they continuing coming. The gym where I work has a magnificent ocean view and with a soft music...every Pilates class becomes a special moment.

Final standing: #53 of 53 (23 votes)

I love to teach Pilates because...
I enjoy helping people. I’ve had the great opportunity to witness first hand the healing abilities of the Pilates Method and how it can change lives. I never thought I would be working in a rehab facility when I initially signed up for my Pilates training. Life happened and I married a physical therapist who also became interested in the Pilates Method for rehabbing his patients. We started studying Pilates together in 2002 and we haven’t looked back. I now get to work with various conditions and populations including: spinal cord injuries, traumatic brain injuries, back pain, MS, CP, professional athletes, to the common day laborer and desk worker. I’ve fell so much in love with the system I not only want to help my clients, but I want to help others do the same. So my husband and I have started our own Pilates Teacher Training Program, CORE Therapy and Pilates Teacher Training.

Final standing: #18 of 53 (169 votes)

I love to teach Pilates because...
it gives me the opportunity to make a difference in the world. I see people's lives changing for the better and I get to share my love with the world everyday.

Final standing: #36 of 53 (86 votes)

I love to teach Pilates because...
it gives people the ability to heal and change their bodies from the inside out. Helping people to achieve the physical goals that they set for themselves is one of the most rewarding aspects of teaching. Whether it is from injury or congenital anatomic abnormalities, or just to become physically fit, Pilates provides the tools necessary to strengthen the body, giving people the opportunity to improve and enhance their quality of life. When you feel good physically, you mental and spiritual attitudes change for the better,making Pilates a well - balanced positive experience. From teenage years thru the golden ages, everyone and anyone can benefit from Pilates.

Final standing: #28 of 53 (124 votes)

I love to teach Pilates because...
after being a Pilates Instructor for 11 years, I still love my job because, to me, it is not a job. It is helping people in ways they would not be able to help themselves. It is incredibly gratifying to be a part of someone’s journey of healing, or helping a client reach a fitness milestone they never dreamed possible. I love the challenge of finding the right motivation and designing a program to improve my clients’ function and well-being. To me, Pilates is a holistic approach which brings back function, healthy living, developmental achievements, and life skills which have the potential to positively transform the life for both children and adults. Being able to utilize a variety of problem-solving skills energizes me; I truly love what I do.

Final standing: #3 of 53 (538 votes)

I love to teach Pilates because...
I love the moments of insight and joy that burst on faces when a student hits a goal they’ve striven for; I love to see long-standing pain erased; I love watching success give birth to strength and confidence; I love providing a time and space in the busy day where people can take care of, honor and respect themselves; I love the community we’ve created together at Move—the births, celebrations, laughter and even the setbacks. I love the emails that say, “That was just what I needed—thank you.”

Final standing: #17 of 53 (172 votes)

I love to teach Pilates because...
I like to think I can make a positive impact and a real difference in the lives of the people I teach. Pilates have given me the opportunity to meet so many fantastic people and my job has taken me all over the world teaching this amazing method and I'm very grateful for that. I love learning about the body and discovering new ways of moving. I feel I'm in one of the best industries in the world. I work with my passion every day and I'm so lucky to be able to do a job that I love.

Final standing: #4 of 53 (505 votes)

I love to teach Pilates because...
I love sharing the joy of movement. It’s exciting to discover new connections in your body and move in ways you never imagined possible. My mission is to empower you to develop your strength from the inside out and learn to radiate this strength outwards from your dynamic core. I have used the Pilates method to improve my flexibility, strengthen my abdominals, and get in shape for surfing by building deeper awareness and control. My goal for each of my students is to live a healthy balanced lifestyle and have fun doing it!

Final standing: #27 of 53 (128 votes)

I love to teach Pilates because...
there is no better way to get people to connect to their bodies. Piece by piece we break down the bodies anatomy, movement potential and consciousness, then comes the happiness that I see when people walk out of the studio. There is hope and life shining from their eyes when find that they themselves can create change. Their senses are totally there for them and they have total ownership of them!

Final standing: #22 of 53 (136 votes)

I love to teach Pilates because...
it is the best way to keep your body in a healthy condition. You can strengthen all the muscles of your body in perfect balance. I love to see people discovering how many things they can do with their body that they ignore. I feel very happy when I see a lot of pupils performing and reaching new challenges they couldn't reach before. Also I am witness of my own wellness. As Pilates instructors we have the tools to create classes for different kind of pupils focusing in the physical natural condition, the age, diseases, the possible injuries, the gender, and many other situations.

Final standing: #52 of 53 (28 votes)

I love to teach Pilates because...
I can inspire and motivate my students. Gymnastics was my first love, and when my career ended I was lost. I had unhealthy relationships with food, alcohol and exercise and worked in loathsome jobs. I knew I was not living up to my potential. Pilates helped me reconnect with my true self and work through my personal issues. Teaching Pilates permits me to share my experience with clients. Seeing the positive impact I have on them brings me great joy, and I feel blessed that I have a career I am passionate about.

Final standing: #37 of 53 (86 votes)

I love to teach Pilates because...
of the strength, balance and joy it brings to each of my clients. I left my job as a lawyer 15 years ago in order to empower others to discover and take control of their true potential and freedom of movement that lives within them. Growing up in Philadelphia as an athlete with tremendous drive, my life was marked by accomplishment; achieving elite status as a competitive triathlete and earning a law degree from Rutgers. After moving to LA to practice law. I found Pilates, seeking balance from the impact on my body from intense training in swimming, cycling and running. As a classically trained athlete I was amazed at how much stronger and better I felt. My core was more in tact, I was "re-aligned" and less prone to injury. Pilates had such an incredible impact, by strengthening muscles that never had even had a chance to work before due to lack of flexibility or range of motion. My mind/perspective shifted from “push harder” to “continuous evolution." My experience and results was life changing for me and it has been life changing for others. It gives me joy to see my clients going through this transformation as well.

Final standing: #2 of 53 (567 votes)

I love to teach Pilates because...
teaching Pilates is my joy and passion in life. It helps me feel more connected to myself, my students, my community and my life.

Final standing: #30 of 53 (105 votes)

I love to teach Pilates because...
everyone from a rehab client to an elite athlete can benefit from it. I love that the method is easy to teach to a mixed level group and that I have been fortunate to witness clients of mine have positive, life changing results from practicing Pilates. For me, personally, Pilates has given back the ease of movement that I lived with when I was a young gymnast. :)

Final standing: #19 of 53 (166 votes)

I love to teach Pilates because...
seeing my students feel more joy in movement, more ease in their bodies and more confidence and "spontaneous zest" in their daily tasks gives me deep satisfaction. I'm able to utilize my strengths of supportive enthusiasm and detailed alignment while nurturing them through creative, fun challenges with the guidance of Joseph Pilates' masterful, expansive repertoire.

Final standing: #47 of 53 (47 votes)

I love to teach Pilates because...
on a daily basis I’m inspired. Being a teacher gives me more than just knowing I’ve helped someone get stronger. It challenges me and keeps me in the present moment, it allows me to share my passion for Pilates, and it is a constant reminder to take care of my body and mind. While I watch my clients build strength and make their health a priority in their lives, I am reminded to do the same. I may be the teacher, however I will never stop being a student.

Final standing: #10 of 53 (377 votes)

I love to teach Pilates because...
I believe Pilates is a powerful tool, one that can help virtually any body. As an instructor, it is both my honor and responsibility to teach each client how to best use it, to ultimately help them live with a stronger, more functional body and a clearer mind. For my entire life I have danced, run, jumped, played and trained for endurance sports, and simply enjoyed movement; Pilates has become my greatest movement love! It is a privilege to help people explore themselves through introspection and body movement. To me, the journey of connecting with our body, and deeply within our self, is a lifelong path. I believe when we honor our body and follow our hearts, wonderful things happen!

Final standing: #34 of 53 (91 votes)

I love to teach Pilates because...
there's nothing more amazing than being humbled daily by your client's potential when they think they had none. Watching someone's body and mind heal and flourish is what makes every year teaching better and better

Final standing: #26 of 53 (129 votes)

I love to teach Pilates because...
I love to learn! Everyday that I teach, I learn more & more about the amazing capabilities of our miraculous tool-- The Body. Teaching Pilates allows me to be a student of my students. Guiding my clients through movement, and seeing them discover their possibilities - their potential, is very rewarding. I am grateful to make a difference in someone's life. My 78 years young client Audrey said after our session: "I love Pilates. I always feel as though I can touch the sky by the end of the class.".... Need I say more?!!

Final standing: #15 of 53 (232 votes)

I love to teach Pilates because...
I get to be a part of an incredible journey in so many individuals lives. I have been blessed to teach this special technique for 15 years and have witnessed the awesome evolution of clients from taking their first mindful full breath to performing advanced exercises. I love the fact that I am able to teach clients from 10 to 85 years old, from people with severe physical challenges to ellite athletes. I feel that I have been put on this planet to help people and pilates has given me the phenomenal tools to do so.

Final standing: #13 of 53 (290 votes)

I love to teach Pilates because...
I love the thrill of showing students how to connect with their bodies, feel control in their movement -enjoy and respect their physicality. The concept that movement should heal and not hurt is one I stress . I think movement should be fun, powerful and joyous- Pilates is the best conduit for these ideas in my opinion.

Final standing: #32 of 53 (93 votes)

I love to teach Pilates because...
it is the most rewarding career I have ever had. I enjoy teaching my students how to feel better about themselves, move with ease, succeed and grow stronger. Pilates is ever changing, always evolving, and is growing to be more therapeutic than any other program. I enjoy learning and sharing these programs with my students.

Final standing: #45 of 53 (62 votes)

I love to teach Pilates because...
beginners can get a wealth of knowledge about the mechanics of their bodies and Pilates affects them. ...after the first class clients feel their muscles working differently and are surprised at the intensity of the workout ... after a few classes clients joyfully comment on their improved posture and flexibility ...I can be creative in the flow and choreography for my advanced classes ...one can be a non dancer and can be great at Pilates ...of the gift from my clients of loving my studio and all that we accomplish together.

Final standing: #33 of 53 (93 votes)

I love to teach Pilates because...
Having worked in the fitness industry for 32 years and Physical Therapy for 25 years, I am always amazed by the results of the Pilates Method. The slightest change in core alignment or breathing patterns can make all the difference in the results a person wishes to achieve in their daily life or fitness goals. The balance to the body, mind and spirit is a gift we can give ourselves through daily practice. I often tell clients, "Pilates is the one hour of the day we fix the other 23 hours we mess it up."

Final standing: #48 of 53 (44 votes)

I love to teach Pilates because...
I have met so many incredible people over the years both clients and instructors. Some of the most rewarding moments are with clients that are battling some disease or illness and that I can be a small positive part of their week. It seems in our busy lifestyles there is very little time for a one on one connection. Luckily Pilates enables me to provide a very personalized approach to functional movement and pain management. I love learning everyday and love working with a diverse clientele consisting of professional athletes, weekend warriors, MS patients and cancer survivors.

Final standing: #6 of 53 (489 votes)

I love to teach Pilates because...
it's intellectually stimulating and extremely creative. Pilates is a concept. Eve Gentry once said "teach concepts, don't just teach exercises." Through my years of teaching Pilates I've come to realize that Pilates really IS a path toward health. Joseph Pilates said "physical fitness is the first requisite of happiness." It took me many many years to fully understand that statement. Now I believe it to be 100% true.

Final standing: #35 of 53 (89 votes)

I love to teach Pilates because...
of all the disciplines I have done I love its elegance and its precision. I love the amazing results it gives and that are accessible to everyone. I love when people say they enjoy my teaching and how its helped them move better, be out of pain, their sport has improved etc. I love performing it myself and be competitive with myself always striving to be better. Teach better, move better, understand more. I have a huge fascination with the body and could never know enough.

Final standing: #16 of 53 (175 votes)

I love to teach Pilates because...
Pilates is life-changing! I love introducing people to the world of Pilates. The Authentic Pilates method consistently produces positive changes not only in people’s bodies, but in their overall life spirit. Once you understand the core of its philosophy, Pilates can be translated into any and every aspect of your daily life! I enjoy making Pilates fun and exciting, and feel extremely fortunate to be able to share these key exercises that ultimately lead to a healthy, rewarding existence.

Final standing: #40 of 53 (77 votes)

I love to teach Pilates because...
Pilates is a great practice to lengthen and strengthen your muscles with a focus on spinal alignment core strength and breathing. Pilates is for Everybody and complements athletes, dancers and anyone physically active. I love teaching others the benefits of Pilates and watching their bodies change and grow with the practice. It is truly amazing to see how my clients learn self-awareness and muscular control after just a few sessions!

Final standing: #49 of 53 (41 votes)

I love to teach Pilates because...
it is logical, efficient and effective. I love how Pilates gets harder as you get better so if you approach it as a craft, a practice, a lifestyle, you will never plateau. I love that people may come to Pilates to heal or for how it makes them look, but they stick with it for how it makes them feel. I love that when my clients see a challenging exercise they say “bring it”, instead of “I can't do that”, and I learn from them daily. I love that Pilates is both aspirational and inspirational at the same time.

Final standing: #14 of 53 (240 votes)

I love to teach Pilates because...
of the deep connection to the movement and extreme body awareness it requires to progress through the repertoire. Pilates is truly a way of life. And when I chose to make Pilates a part of my life, I’ve been eager and passionate about introducing it to others ever since. As an instructor, it is exciting to not only witness my clients’ reach their physical goals, but receive feedback regarding the positive transformations they experience to their overall health and wellness. It’s also encouraging to see the Pilates concepts & principles in addition to proper form, breathing techniques and the recruitment of correct muscle groups when executing a given movement carry over to other fitness formats a client may practice.

Final standing: #38 of 53 (86 votes)

I love to teach Pilates because...
I can be of service to people. My goal is to be a teacher with depth, courage and the capacity to truly facilitate change for my clients. I began Pilates as a child with the renowned Carola Trier who operated a studio with Joseph Pilates. Over the past decade I have helped an impressive range of people from a model to a ballerina. In my classes you find a wide variety of people including teenagers, athletes, moms, and people with MS and spinal stenosis. I am grateful everyday for my profession.

Final standing: #44 of 53 (64 votes)

I love to teach Pilates because...
it is always a rewarding experience! I am reminded daily why I am in this field. Whether it's a client mastering a difficult exercise, or someone experiencing pain relief for the first time in years, it is truly an honor to celebrate in each success story. I feel incredibly blessed to be able to help people reach their goals on a daily basis.

Final standing: #39 of 53 (83 votes)

I love to teach Pilates because...
I love helping people be the best they can be. From the novice client to the more seasoned client there is always room for improvement and something new and exciting to teach and learn as an instructor. It is so rewarding to watch my clients posture, strength, flexibility, and mental attitude improve over the months and years they practice Pilates.When my 3 year old daughter was diagnosed with Leukemia back in February 2012 doing my hour Pilates workout every morning and the love and support of my amazing clients truly helped get me through that tough first month of my daughter's treatment.

Final standing: #24 of 53 (133 votes)

I love to teach Pilates because...
it connects your body and mind together. It helps people understand their body, helps them understand how to move properly and feel joy! A good Pilates class can tone, sculpt and design your body to the maximum. I am a former dancer and I love how people both get more strength and flexibility. It opens their heart and spirit! I am the owner and manager of Scandinavia's biggest Pilates studio, I opened in 2003 and it is still growing and growing! My biggest motivation is to see all my happy clients go regularly to our classes and keep their bodies fit and strong no matter their age or background.

Final standing: #51 of 53 (29 votes)

I love to teach Pilates because...
it is a vehicle for discovery and empowerment. I feel a surge of passion and sheer joy when I watch a student discover the wealth of potential that has been within their body all along. I am motivated by the challenge of helping new students realize that their bodies are not broken, just not functioning efficiently. I am inspired seeing my clients light up when they discover something new, and by the constant work of developing a deeper understanding of kinetic function. Pilates never gets old – it challenges us to evolve.

Final standing: #11 of 53 (375 votes)

I love to teach Pilates because...
not only does it allow me to share something I love and am passionate about with my students, but it also helps to change all of our lives for the better. There is nothing like the feeling of coming into a deeper understanding of yourself and your body through this amazing system for whole body healing. There is also nothing like facilitating that growth for someone else. I get to learn something new or create a change every day of my life and I strive to give my clients that same experience toward growth.

Final standing: #7 of 53 (487 votes)

I love to teach Pilates because...
the system introduced me to a holistic way of evaluating and treating the body in my physical therapy practice 10 years ago. After learning about Pilates in a job interview, I was immediately intrigued by what I was finding in researching the topic. Within a month, a PT job opening came up in Santa Monica at a Pilates Physical Therapy & Fitness Studio. Within weeks of accepting this job, I was enrolled in my Pilates Certification program and utilizing Pilates idea's with each of my PT patients. What a fun 10 years its been since as a student learning the system in my body as well as teaching Pilates to my patients.

Final standing: #20 of 53 (162 votes)

I love to teach Pilates because...
I am a true believer that the body and mind can heal itself. And I refuse to take ‘I can’t’ or 'I won't' as answers to healing and learning ones own body. The pure joy of my clients as they feel their own body’s progress, is truly why I love to teach and continue my own learning in this exploration of the body as we, together, create it’s manual.

Final standing: #12 of 53 (298 votes)

I love to teach Pilates because...
It has changed the way I think about movement, and it heals me from the inside out. Therefore what better way to fulfill my life.... but to share it with others!

Final standing: #42 of 53 (66 votes)