Bio

Marilyn began teaching and founded Viva Pilates Studio with Kathryn Russell in 2006 upon completion of her Pilates Teacher Certification from Long Beach Dance Conditioning under Marie-Jose Blom-Lawrence.  That same year, she completed Pilates for Pregnancy Teacher Certification from Fusion Pilates under Jennifer Gianni.  Marilyn’s clients include pre and post natal women, competitive athletes, children and those simply desiring Pilates as part of a healthy lifestyle.  Prior to her Pilates career, Marilyn worked as a researcher in the field of Medical and Environmental Microbiology, and brought to her Pilates’ studies a strong background in dance developed since her youth.

Inspired by a client, Marilyn, along with her Viva Pilates Studio colleagues, developed a Pilates program specific for clients suffering from the chronic pain syndrome, Fibromyalgia.  Because of the positive impact Pilates has offered clients with Fibromyalgia, the program is now offered as continuing education for Pilates professionals.