SINDIA FINALICE

WHAT BROUGHT YOU TO PILATES?

I discovered Pilates in 2001 as part of my dance training college program in Singapore. 

WHAT DO YOU LIKE ABOUT IT?

As a professional dancer, we are in perpetual search for ways to achieve an optimal performance level. Pilates is perfect for that! There is a great difference in how I perceive and move my body. I was less prone to injury and had more stamina during long performances. I literally learned how to breathe while dancing, thanks to Pilates!

WHY DID YOU BECOME AN INSTRUCTOR?

I simply fell in love with the method! I wanted to encourage more dancers to incorporate Pilates into their regular training. I also believe there is a hidden dancer in all of us and that we can all benefit by moving our bodies mindfully and elegantly. 

WHAT'S SPECIAL ABOUT YOUR WAY OF TEACHING?

Always assuring a feel-good moment, sweats and smiles with grace! 

YOUR EDUCATION?

PILATES

Matwork, STOTTS Pilates, Singapore 

Reformer, Pilates Academy International, New York

Abdos Sans Risque, Blandine Calais-Germain, France

Anatomy and Myofascial Training, Hélène Laguanelle Gymnastique Douce, France 

Analyse Fonctionnelle du Corps dans le Mouvement Dansé, Christine Lenthéric, France

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DANCE

Classical Ballet, Royal Academy of Dance (RAD), UK

Bachelor of Arts, Dance and Kinesiology, LASALLE-SIA, Singapore

Dance Improvisation Technique, Tanzquartier Wien, Austria 

Certificat d'Aptitude Technique (EAT) Danse, ArtDance International, France

Diplôme d'Etat Professeur de Danse, Institut Supérieur des Arts de Toulouse, France

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YOGA

Pranayama & Massage, Pesantren Haji Moekti, Indonesia

Yoga for Healing, BaliSpiritual Yoga & Massage Institute, Indonesia 

Ashtanga Yoga & Vinyasa Flow 50 hr, Yogaspirit, Singapore

Anusara Yoga 200 hr, International Yoga Center, Singapore

Flow School, Bonnie Weeks, USA

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