Meet The Team
At South Beach Pilates, our teachers bring passion, expertise, and a commitment to helping you feel strong and confident. Our team includes comprehensively certified teachers and specialists with advanced training, each offering personalized guidance to support your journey.
Find Your Perfect Match
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Susie is the owner and founder of South Beach Pilates. Her journey with Pilates began in 1998 as a dedicated student. Discovering her true calling, she became certified by Core Dynamics in 2002 and earned her PMA (Pilates Method Alliance) certification in 2007. Committed to continued learning, Susie has pursued numerous specialized workshops and achieved international certification through Body Organics Education, a post-rehabilitation-focused Pilates training.
Like her loyal and experienced team, Susie is an active teacher in the studio. She specializes in working with older adults and individuals managing back issues, injuries, medical conditions, and mobility limitations—guiding them through thoughtful, effective, and personalized Pilates sessions.
Susie envisioned a neighborhood studio that felt both welcoming and deeply rooted in the principles of classical Pilates—the method as originally conceived by Joseph Pilates. Now, over seventeen years later, South Beach Pilates proudly reflects that vision. The studio is home to a team of highly trained, qualified, and gifted teachers, and is supported by a devoted local clientele, as well as a growing national and international reputation.
In addition to teaching, Susie leads a comprehensive teacher training program in mat, reformer, and full apparatus Pilates—nurturing the next generation of passionate and knowledgeable instructors.
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Jheramie traded the bright lights of Las Vegas for the sunny shores of Miami Beach in 2012—and she’s been transforming lives through Pilates ever since. A firm believer in the power of Pilates to strengthen the body, uplift the spirit, and center the mind, Jheramie brings both passion and positivity to every session. Her vibrant energy and sculpted physique are living proof of the practice's power.
As a Teacher in our Training Program, Jheramie is deeply committed to mentoring the next generation of Pilates teachers. Whether you're just starting out or refining your practice, her group and private sessions are thoughtfully designed to help you reach your fitness goals and enhance your overall well-being.
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Alma’s fitness journey began in Mexico City in 2000. She holds certifications in Pilates, Spinning, and TRX, reflecting her dedication to wellness. Alma passionately guides clients through Pilates, helping them progress from beginners to advanced levels. She offers in-person and virtual classes, making her sessions accessible to all. Alma's inclusive approach fosters a supportive community where everyone can achieve their fitness goals. Experience the transformative power of Pilates with Alma!
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Meet Christina Specos, a comprehensively trained Pilates teacher with 24 years of experience. Specializing in imbalances and injury recovery, she is dedicated to helping clients achieve optimal well-being. Christina’s fitness journey began in 1999 in Philadelphia and led her to Purdue University as a strength and conditioning coach. Now in Miami Beach, she works with our Pilates Teacher Training program and holds workshops for teachers. Her holistic approach to fitness emphasizes mobility, nutrition, mental fortitude, and recovery. Whether you're looking for a dynamic group class or a personalized private session tailored to your unique needs, Christina’s expertise will guide you toward a stronger, more balanced body. Join her for a well-rounded and uplifting fitness experience!
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Gloria is a passionate Pilates instructor and artist who brings creativity, intention, and mindful movement to every class. With a deep appreciation for the connection between mind, body, and breath, she approaches Pilates as both a strengthening practice and a pathway to balance. Rooted in her belief that good posture and conscious movement are foundations for long-term well-being, Gloria creates sessions that feel purposeful, aligned, and thoughtfully guided.
As a Teacher at South Beach Pilates, Gloria blends her artistic background with precise instruction to design classes that build strength, enhance body awareness, and cultivate inner harmony. Whether you are refining your technique or simply seeking to move with more grace and clarity, her supportive and expressive teaching style will guide you every step of the way.
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Meet Harley is a certified Pilates instructor with a background in fertility and women’s health. After studying Pre-Nursing at the University of Miami and working in OBGYN care, she developed a deep appreciation for the impact of movement and breath on overall well-being. Her classes are playful, energizing, and inclusive, designed to make Pilates accessible and empowering for every body.
At South Beach Pilates, Harley specializes in supporting women through all stages of life with personalized, thoughtful guidance. Whether you are building strength, restoring balance, or reconnecting with your body, her compassionate approach helps you move with confidence, vitality, and ease.
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Kris Belding is a seasoned Pilates instructor and movement specialist with over 25 years of experience. With a background as a telemark skier and athlete, she has built a career centered on intelligent movement and wellness. Kris has made significant contributions as a fitness consultant and model for the South Beach Diet, helping create content for books, television segments, and articles. She collaborated with Dr. Arthur Agatston on The South Beach Heart Health Revolution and later co-designed the exercise program for The South Beach Diet Supercharged, focusing on interval walking and total body core exercises. Kris also worked with renowned South American author Jorge Hane as a fitness model and consultant.
Kris’s expertise has been featured in prominent media outlets like Prevention Magazine, Social Miami, Ocean Drive, and Good Housekeeping, as well as television segments on Fox and Friends, NBC, ABC, and The Cooking Channel. Her teaching philosophy emphasizes mindful movement and preventative care to avoid injuries, guiding clients toward optimal health and well-being. Known for her fun, energetic, and intelligent approach, Kris is dedicated to empowering others and enhancing their quality of life through personalized and attentive instruction.
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Anne brings a grounded, anatomy-informed approach to Pilates, creating safe, empowering, and results-driven classes for students of all levels. Based in Miami Beach, she teaches both mat and reformer Pilates with a focus on strength, mobility, recovery, and long-term movement health. A firm believer in intelligent, sustainable movement, Anne blends precise cueing with individualized attention to help clients feel strong, capable, and connected in their bodies.
As a Teacher at South Beach Pilates, Anne is committed to supporting each client’s unique journey. Drawing from over a decade of experience as an ontology practitioner and peak performance coach, she thoughtfully integrates movement and mindset into her sessions. Whether you’re just beginning or deepening your practice, her group and private classes are designed to help you build confidence, resilience, and lasting well-being.
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Sairan is a Certified Mat and Reformer Pilates Instructor and NASM Certified Personal Trainer who brings precision, alignment, and mindful movement to every class. Rooted in classical Pilates foundations, her thoughtfully structured sessions are designed to build strength, improve mobility, and support long, balanced muscle development. With a calm, firm, and supportive presence, Sairan creates an environment where clients feel both challenged and confident in their movement.
As a Teacher at South Beach Pilates, Sairan focuses on posture, core stability, and full-body awareness through intentional sequencing and the use of supportive apparatus such as the Spine Corrector and Ladder Barrel. Whether you are building foundational strength or refining your practice, her classes are designed to help you move with greater control, stability, and ease.
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Linna is the friendly face behind our studio’s exceptional customer service. With a dedication to creating a welcoming experience for every client, she goes above and beyond to ensure clear communication and support. Even when challenges arise, Linna’s thoughtful approach ensures clients feel valued and informed every step of the way.