Maria is originally from a warm, vibrant place where the sea, mountains, and smiles come together. She grew up as a competitive gymnast and has always loved staying active—getting into kickboxing, swimming, skating, yoga, scuba diving, rappelling, skydiving, and, of course, Pilates. Over the years, she’s also had the opportunity to teach many of the sports she practiced, which sparked a lasting love for helping others move and feel their best.

A few years ago, after multiple back surgeries, Pilates became the one method that truly helped her move safely, recover, and feel strong again. Wanting to share that transformation with others, she became a certified instructor to help people feel good in their bodies and have fun doing it.

She lives by a favorite Joseph Pilates quote:

“Change happens through movement, and movement heals.”