Established
in 2001, INDIGO STUDIO is a product of the creativity
and dedication shared by Jenny Moye and Kirk Whiteman. As of
April 1st, 2005 the studio is under the new ownership of Amanda
F. Martin and Spela Sterle. We are thrilled to acquire this
safe and nurturing home for Pilates in the Slope.
Our mission is to create a
comfortable and non-competitive atmosphere while offering
high quality instruction in Pilates and overall health. Whether
you are attending a group mat class or a private session on
the Pilates equipment, we aim to educate you about proper
body mechanics and support your well-being so you can further
challenge your level of fitness. We believe anyone can benefit
from Pilates. Whether you are looking to tone your muscles,
improve your posture, relieve stress, alleviate back pain,
enhance your sports performance, or continue a rehabilitation
program, we will personalize each session for your needs.
The
instructors at INDIGO stay up to date with the latest fitness
knowledge by attending workshops focused around, but not limited
to: scoliosis, Pilates for dancers, pre- & post-natal
Pilates and other special populations. We aim to provide you
with the tools to take your new-found knowledge outside the
studio where the real transformation begins. Enjoy the journey!

Amanda
F. Martin, co-owner of Indigo Studio, is a professional
dancer/choreographer. She has been teaching a variety of movement
classes since 1994. She received her BFA in Dance from Florida
State University in 1999 where she also concentrated in Anatomy,
Physiology, Kinesiology and other sciences to fulfill pre-physical
therapy requirements. While in college, her interest in rehabilitating
her own dance injuries brought her to Pilates. In 2001, Amanda
received her Personal Training certification through the American
Council on Exercise. She is certified in Pilates through the
Kane School of Core Integration, a "holistic body college
founded on anatomical knowledge to improve strength and stability."
The school provides a unique approach to realignment through
proper biomechanics and manual touch. Her approach to
Pilates utilizes her diverse movement and fitness backgrounds
to provide an educational and creative movement experience.
Špela
Sterle, co-owner of Indigo Studio, is a professional
dancer/choreographer who has been teaching Pilates since 2001.
Špela is originally from Slovenia, where she graduated
from the National Ballet School in 1995 and subsequently joined
Slovenian National Ballet. Her interest in modern dance brought
her to NYC in 1997 to study at The Merce Cunningham Studio-when
she also took her first Pilates class to help her improve
the alignment, flexibility, and strength needed to keep her
body balanced. She received her first teacher training through
Fran Lehen at Groundfloor Exercise in Manhattan, where she
taught for three years. She deepened her knowledge in anatomy,
biomechanics and manual touch at Kane School of Core Integration,
where she received her certification. Špela also studied
yoga with Leslie Journet and Klein Technique. She teaches
Pilates to both adults and children, sharing and teaching
her years of experience with movement with a supportive, safe,
and personal approach to each individual. Currently, Špela
dances and choreographs with her dance troupe Špela
Sterle Dance.
Emily
Power, certified in Pilates from the Kane School
of Core Integration in Manhattan, has been teaching Pilates
in Brooklyn and Manhattan for the past two years. Emily, originally
from Iowa, ventured to New York in 2000 after graduating from
the University of Iowa with a B.F.A. in Modern Dance. After
being introduced to Pilates while dancing at school, and discovering
its beneficial impact to all movement (not just dance!), teaching
the method turned out to be a natural and engaging transition.
Emily was pleased to join Amanda and Spela at Indigo in May
2005.
Carley Petesch, a professional dancer/choreographer, has been teaching
Pilates in Manhattan, Brooklyn and Westchester County since 2002.
Carley, originally from Chicago, came to New York after receiving a
B.S. in Psychology and minors in Dance and French from Duke
University. Carley was introduced to Pilates while studying dance. She
is thrilled to bring her honed sense of body awareness, love for
movement, anatomy and biomechanics to her work with individuals,
helping them personalize and enhance their Pilates experience. Carley
received her Pilates certification from the Kane School for Core
Integration and has continued studies with physical therapist, Debra
Goodman, MSPT, expanding her knowledge in pre- and post-natal Pilates.
She also works as a journalist, writing about various subjects
including movement and health. Carley was happy to join Amanda, Spela
and the gang at Indigo in October 2006.
Matthew Rogers first discovered Pilates in 1999. He instantly loved its
grounding force within the body. He graduated with a BFA in Dance and Choreography
from Virginia Commonwealth University and dances presently for Tere O'Connor Dance.
He was certified in Pilates from the Kane School of Core Integration in 2006.
Matthew has a deep understanding of the body from extensive anatomy training and the
study of many other movement systems (yoga, the Klein technique, etc). He has incorporated
these studies within the Pilates work to tailor his classes and private sessions to the
individual and their needs. He shares his knowledge with sensitivity and enthusiasm at
Indigo and offers clients not only a great movement experience but also an opportunity to
discover their body's potential for awareness, strength, and flexibility. Matthew is proud
to teach at Indigo for the healthy change it encourages in its community.
Laura Bradley is a professional dancer. Growing up in Alabama, she studied
gymnastics and diving, and was a competitive soccer player and swimmer. She began studying
Pilates as a ballet student in 1998. After receiving a full scholarship to the Alabama
Governor's School for the Arts and Technology's Dance Department, she was introduced to modern
dance. She continued her Pilates training while receiving a B.F.A. in modern dance at the University
of Utah. After graduating, she moved to NYC and completed her Pilates Teacher Training Program through
Body Arts and Sciences International. She was certified and greatly influenced by director, Rael Isacowitz.
She furthered her Pilates education through a Prenatal and Postpartum Pilates Certification by the Center for
Women's Fitness under founder, Carolyne Anthony. In addition to practicing Pilates and dancing, she has been
studying yoga in New York for 3 years. She has always loved moving and is thrilled to get to share that
enthusiasm with others.
Caroline Feig is a doctoral student in the Physical Therapy program at Hunter College.
Her training certifications include Aerobics and Fitness Association of America, IM=X Pilates,
and the Kane School of Core Integration. Having eight years of research experience in Cognitive
Science, her special interests have evolved into understanding the role of cognition in refined movement,
and moreover the role of movement in refined cognition. Currently, Caroline studies Tai Chi under Alex Dong,
and Proprioceptive Neuromuscular Feedback under the Institute of Physical Art. She has been practicing
Vipassana meditation since 2004, and accredits her love of movement to her two amazing ninety three year old grandmothers.

Payment:
The studio accepts cash, checks and AMEX/VISA/MC.
Cancellation
Policy: Indigo Studio adheres to a 24-hour
cancellation policy. If you are canceling late and
are unable to reschedule with same trainer for the same day,
you will be charged -- either deducted from series or given
in cash or check. Exceptions are made for family emergencies
and sudden illnesses.
Gift
certificates: We offer a variety of gift certificates
for all of our services.
Expiration dates: All class cards and packages have a 4 month expiration date.

Upcoming
workshops include Alexander Technique, Thai Yoga Bodywork
for couples, Shiatsu for groups, Movement therapy and much
more.

If
you are interested in Cycling Fitness please contact Larry
at lmead@nyc.rr.com

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