Meet Our Movement Specialists
June Chiang
As a Los Angeles native, June grew up studying the sciences and loving the movement arts. An ankle injury in 1995, led her to Pilates and GYROTONIC® movement as part of her rehabilitation. It was the beginning of a transformative process. She discovered a new way of moving with healthy muscle and movement patterns. She gained a new appreciation for the mind body connection. Thus, Pilates and GYROTONIC EXPANSION SYSTEM® became her passion!
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Following her heart and intuition, June shifted her focus away from a career as a doctor of optometry and became a certified contemporary Pilates and GYROTONIC® instructor in 2000 at Long Beach Dance Conditioning. Later, she integrated classical Pilates and Yamuna into her instruction. She hopes to inspire others to become healthy, overcome injuries and pain, discover the joy of movement, and enjoy life to the fullest.
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She has had the honor of studying with several master instructors including: Jillian Hessel, Juliu Horvath, Yamuna, Monica Bumatay, Donna Place, Mary Bond, Juergen Bumberger, Hilary Cartwright, Christina Brunk Stroh, Uwe Herbstreit, Trina Altman, Marie Jose Blom, Kathy Van Patten, and more.
She continues to take ballet classes at Westside Dance Academy. She loves taking hikes and adventuring with her husband in the Eastern Sierras.
Forever evolving, her learning continues so she can offer her clients new motivating experiences.
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Nicole Long
Nicole Long, originally from St. Louis, Missouri, arrived in Los Angeles 5 years ago. She brings with her over 10 years of movement training experience.
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First starting as a marathon runner and personal trainer, she started Pilates and GYROTONIC® movement after a serious pelvis injury. These movement systems were so effective in developing balance in her body and she decided to become certified in Stott Pilates, GYROTONIC®, and GYROKINESIS® methods.
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Her GYROTONIC® journey organically led to becoming a Pre-trainer under Master Trainer Juergen Baumberger. She is also certified on all the specialized equipment, including the Knee/Leg Extension Unit, Wingmaster, and Gyrotoner.
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She has a calm teaching style which benefits all of our high functioning and high pressure clients, as well as being reassuring for her rehabilitation students. Special population groups including, Parkinson's Disease, Rheumatoid Arthritis, and cancer survivors all appreciate relief and progress under her care.
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When she's not in the studio, you can find Nicole bicycling in the Malibu mountains and enjoying her cats.
Luis Toza
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Luis' passion for movement began at an early age. His journey commenced immersed in the world of dance, first with ballet where he trained with the Royal Academy of Dance method. Eventually, he studied modern dance, delving deep into techniques such as Martha Graham, Horton, and Limon. Through these disciplines, he developed a profound understanding of the body's mechanics and potential. It was in Modern Dance where he was first introduced to and fell in love with Pilates.
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Determined to deepen his knowledge in the Pilates Method, Luis pursued a college level education obtaining his certifications from Mt. San Antonio College. Armed with this qualification he set out to share his passion for Pilates with others guiding them towards greater physical wellness and vitality. Luis has extensive experience working with athletes, pre/post natal moms, seniors, dancers and youth. He has taught in a physical therapy setting, using the Pilates principles to help restore balance and strength in others. This experience is deeply rewarding for Luis and fuels his passion to aid others in their healing journeys.
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Beyond his professional pursuits, Luis can often be found immersed in a book amidst lush greenery, or on a bike trail enjoying a weekend ride. For Luis, staying active is a personal commitment and a way of life that he wholeheartedly promotes to those he teaches.