Instructor Bios
Cara Krupa
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Cara Krupa is a STOTT certified Pilates Instructor and owner of East Street Pilates. She first came to Pilates in 1996 and loved it immediately after seeing the changes it made to her own level of fitness and health. Cara has studied Pilates at highly acclaimed training centers in Philadelphia, Toronto, and, locally, in West Bloomfield. Her studies included specialized training in prenatal and postnatal Pilates, rehabilitative Pilates and specific programs for athletes and dancers. Cara is a graduate of Central Michigan University and has been teaching Pilates in Rochester since 2002. Her classes include work both on the mat and reformer, and incorporate use of the fitball, toning balls, therabands, fitness circle and foam roller. |
Vanessa Renzi
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Hello! My name is Vanessa Renzi. I was born and raised in Michigan, and completed my Bachelor of Science degree at the University of Michigan. Throughout my life, participating in sports has shaped my complete devotion to exercise and healthy living. I suffered a shoulder injury in 2002 from a rollerblading accident, and sought out Pilates hoping it would rehabilitate my body and ease the constant pain I was suffering from. Pilates helped me develop a stronger body and alleviated much of my pain; I have been an addict ever since. After spending over 10 years in the construction business, I have decided to follow my true passion of Pilates. I have a desire to help people shape their bodies and attain longevity through the Pilates program. I am classically certified through The United States Pilates Association's New York Pilates Studio. I believe in cross-training the body to achieve both overall endurance and full body strength. I believe exercise and healthy living should be fun and ultimately rewarding. I am excited to share my passion with you and show you how Pilates can change your body and mind! |
Staci Brodeur
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Staci has taught fitness at health clubs and studios in Rochester, Auburn Hills, and Lake Orion for the past 20 years. Her focus is to assist clients in achieving their personal health and fitness goals while honoring their unique potential. She has a passion for knowledge and continues to stay abreast of current fitness trends. Staci is a Peak Pilates System (PPS) Equipment and Mat Certified Instructor. In addition to her Pilates certification, she is an ACE Gold certified group fitness instructor, a Johnny G and Journeying certified cycle instructor, a veteran water aerobics instructor and she has completed countless specialty fitness workshops. She holds a BA in Communications from Loyola University of Chicago, an MA in Liberal Studies and an elementary teaching degree from the University of Detroit Mercy. |
Gretchen Moraw
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Gretchen realized her passion for health and fitness at a young age, as part of the Bowling Green State University Gymnastics team. After receiving her bachelors degree from BGSU she went on to become a gymnastics and group fitness intructor. After being trained in Pilates in 2000, she really found her niche. Gretchen enjoys teaching students about body awareness, strength and flexibility while incorporating the fitball, toning bands, fitness circle and foam rollers into her classes. Come check out Gretchen's 11am STRETCH class on Monday mornings! |
