Certified fitness professional with proven track record in delivering high-quality Pilates instruction. Hillary is dedicated to making art and wellness accessible to all. She believes Pilates is for every single body, regardless of shape, size, or color, and strives to create an inclusive, supportive space where everyone can feel empowered through movement. Her favorite part of teaching is witnessing how Pilates transforms not just the body, but the mind—building confidence, clarity, and calm both on and off the mat.
Work History
Pilates Instructor
11 Months
The Wellness Den | 10.2025 - Current
Instructing diverse Pilates classes, tailoring sessions to individual skill levels and goals.
Developing engaging class plans
Monitoring client progress, providing personalized feedback to improve performance and technique alongside their PT sessions
Fostered a supportive and fun environment
Certified Pilates Instructor
4 Years 7 Months
Fringe Pilates | 02.2022 - Current
Demonstrated proper form and technique to prevent injury.
Encouraged participants to stay motivated and reach fitness goals.
Adapted classes to meet needs of participants with varying fitness levels.
Delivered fun and motivating group fitness classes designed to improve overall health and fitness levels.
Attended continuing education classes to maintain current knowledge.
Collaborated with other fitness professionals to develop and implement new programs.
Used music to motivate and energize classes.
Kept facilities and equipment clean and organized.
Yoga Instructor
1 Year 1 Month
Homeless And Halfway Houses In Rockaway | 05.2018 - 06.2019
Developed safe and effective exercise programs for class members.
Arrived early to set up room, greet students, and answer questions.
Collaborated with other fitness professionals to develop and implement new programs.
Explained different yoga styles and poses to students.
Set up and broke down equipment before and after classes.
Demonstrated yoga poses and provided verbal cues and adjustments to help students improve alignment and technique.
Freelance Director
2 Months
Ars Nova | 05.2023 - 07.2023
Presented production ideas and determined creative scenarios for production and delivery.
Participated in meetings with producers and production crew to keep program in step with creative vision.
Developed project budgets and managed production costs.
Directed work of lighting and sound crews to coordinate efficient production operations.
Evaluated scripts to identify creative strategies and resource needs.
Oversaw lighting, graphics, audio and camera movements in TV and movie filmmaking.
Reviewed scripts to determine most appropriate methods to use for directing both actors and crew members.
Assistant Director
2 Months
NYU Tish | 10.2022 - 12.2022
Assisted Director to Block, and create concept of the play
Worked closely with students in an educational setting to further their skills in order to work in the professional theater scene.
Sent Student evaluations for end of year grades.
Led Acting and Script analysis rehearsals
Led Tech rehearsals when director was away
Child Supervisor on Broadway
2 Months
Once On This Island Broadway | 10.2017 - 12.2017
Collaborated with performers and producers to create final production
Chaperoned 25 kids in the theater
Liaison between parents and producers
Created warm up and acting activities
Dance Teacher
1 Year
Applause | 09.2017 - 09.2018
Taught and created Theater and Hip hop Dance classes for kids ages 4-12.
Traveled to different locations around the Upper East Side to teach in schools and Synagogues.
Managed multiple groups and created a sense of community with the kids and parents for theater productions and classes.
Began taking private adult dance clients Upper East Side
Actor
21 Years
Resume Available Upon Request | 09.2005 - Current
Made quick adjustments to characters on stage.
Collaborated with directors and other cast members to refine performances.
Collaborated with other performers for scene and character development.
Gained valuable on-set experience by working with established directors.
Participated in professional workshops and master classes to hone acting skills.
Education
Certificate - CURRENT STEELE PILATES. REFORMER CERT STUDENT
STEELE PILATES
MAT COMPREHENSIVE CERTIFICATION
POP PILATES
Bachelor of Arts - Musical Theater
Pace University | New York, NY | 06-2017
High School Diploma
Fiorello H Laguardia High School | New York, NY | 06-2012
Skills
Group and Individual Instruction
Reformer pilates expertise
Mat pilates
Mindfulness practice integration
Safety awareness
cueing to music
Timeline
Pilates Instructor
The Wellness Den
10.2025 - CurrentRead More
Freelance Director
Ars Nova
05.2023 - 07.2023Read More
Assistant Director
NYU Tish
10.2022 - 12.2022Read More
Certified Pilates Instructor
Fringe Pilates
02.2022 - CurrentRead More
Yoga Instructor
Homeless And Halfway Houses In Rockaway
05.2018 - 06.2019Read More
Child Supervisor on Broadway
Once On This Island Broadway
10.2017 - 12.2017Read More
Dance Teacher
Applause
09.2017 - 09.2018Read More
Actor
Resume Available Upon Request
09.2005 - CurrentRead More
POP PILATES
MAT COMPREHENSIVE CERTIFICATION
Read More
STEELE PILATES
Certificate from CURRENT STEELE PILATES. REFORMER CERT STUDENT