Annie began practicing pilates 15 years ago in NYC and quickly realized the benefits which included: strength, length, balance as well as a total rehabilitation from a 1998 sports injury. In 2003, following 7 years of advanced pilates practice, Annie moved to Paris, France where she pursued a rigorous 875 hour teaching training  program with The Pilates Center of Boulder (Colorado, USA) in conjunction with a Corebody.  In 2005 she became a certified teacher then added a Pre & Post-Natal speciality in 2008 from her work with Carolyn Anthony of The Center for Women's fitness in conjunction with The Pilates Room. As a teacher Annie aims to trasmit her joy of movement, creating a warm and supportive atmosphere.  Imagery and breathe are called upon to further students in their physical evolution, and each student is encouraged to reach their individual goals. As the founder of Le Petit Studio Bis, Annie continues to participate in a variety of continuing education workshops, increasing her understanding of the body, the mind and teaching techniques. Fluent in French and English and a former competitive athlete, Annie enjoys yoga, swimming and running along with pilates and body work. Despite her chosen vocation Annie can also be found, from time to time,  window shopping, browsing bookstores and drinking the occasional aperatif en terrasse.