“Before starting my Pilates routine two years ago with Alana I was unable to touch
past my ankles. I now can almost palm the floor.
Alana is the greatest.”
-Bernie
past my ankles. I now can almost palm the floor.
Alana is the greatest.”
-Bernie
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Alana Reed began studying The Pilates Method at Skidmore College in 1995 as a student in the dance department. Upon graduation, Alana moved to New York City and earned a Masters Degree in Social Work from The Columbia University School of Social Work. In 2001 Alana was certified to teach Pilates by Romana Kryzanowska, one of 4 living original protégés of Joseph Pilates and the leading Pilates instructor in the world. Alana has traveled all over the U.S. to study Pilates with the most experienced and innovative teachers in the industry. Alana taught mat classes and individual private sessions at the Sports Club LA in Rockefeller Center for 5 years. She works with many different populations including many pregnant and post-natal clients, athletes, weekend warriors, as well as beginners. Alana now focuses on teaching private clients at a studio on the East Side of Manhattan and in private homes and in businesses throughout the city. Alana has been featured as a Pilates expert in many publications including The New York Times, UrbanBaby, StrollerTraffic, Fitness, Seventeen, American Baby, Woman’s World, Details, Modern Bride, NY Resident and Westchester Parent. Alana was also recently featured as a guest on Martha Stewart Radio.