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Instructors
Marie Distasio: owner
"In life, you are given one body; never forget that. Love it, challenge it, and push past your limits."
Marie is a BASI Certified Pilates Instructor, she has been teaching Pilates for 10 years. Marie first found Pilates while training for a half marathon. After becoming injured during training, a physical therapist recommended including Pilates throughout her training to help correct some of the imbalances she was experiencing. Once she gave it a try she was hooked! Marie loves the way Pilates compliments fitness and creates a body awareness and strength that no other form of exercise does. In addition to being a Pilates instructor, she has experience as a Personal Trainer, cycling instructor and certified TRX instructor. Marie believes in focusing on more than just one type of exercise and likes to keep her clients guessing by providing experiences that are challenging, different and most importantly, fun.
Jordan kehoe: studio manager / instructor
Jordan first found her love for Pilates while taking a Pilates course in college! She has always enjoyed running and group fitness, but turned to Pilates after starting to experience pain in her lower back and hip. She loved the low-impact nature of Pilates and the emphasis the practice places on spine and core strength and stability. In 2021, Jordan enrolled in Teacher Training and has fell in love with teaching Pilates ever since. In Jordan’s classes you can expect clear yet creative cues, and will notice her close attention to form and feel her passion for the practice.
When not teaching or practicing in studio, Jordan is spending time with her husband, Alec, and their German Shepard, Lola.
(Tier III)
JANE D.: Instructor
Jane has always been a recreationalist, enjoying a variety of workouts from strength training to barre, tennis and pickleball, finding movement has always been her happy place and a way to challenge herself and grow. She found Pilates after struggling with flexibility and core strength.
Jane is comprehensively trained on all apparatus, completing a 450-hour Pilates Certification at Core Chicago Pilates in 2019. She has been teaching in Chicago ever since, you can expect Jane’s classes to be functional with a contemporary twist.
(Tier II)
Stacy Hayn: instructor
Stacy is a 30-something new mom trying to build core memories and core strength!
She jumped on a reformer in 2019, and started her teacher training in 2021. It was the first form of fitness she enjoyed, as it challenged both her body and mind.
In 2022, Stacy decided to take a leap of faith (a few months shy of her daughter’s arrival) and leave her career in tech to become a stay at home mom while finishing up her training. It was well worth the jump! Stacy has since expanded her knowledge becoming pre/post natal certified. Stacy enjoys bringing her this knowledge and her own experience to her teachings.
Outside of Pilates, you can find her in Lakeview with her husband and toddler, where she is enjoys baking, reading, and showing her daughter funny cat videos.
(Tier I)
Madeline Mantych: iNSTRUCTOR
Madeline's Pilates journey began after moving to the city in 2021, and she quickly became captivated by the practice. Seeking to deepen her knowledge, she pursued comprehensive training through The LAB to become an instructor. Madeline believes that Pilates is a pillar of long-term health and fitness. She enjoys creating unique challenging classes that encourage clients to dig in mentally and physically.
Outside the studio, you can often find Madeline spending time with friends, family, and walking her dog, Duck, along the lakefront. Madeline also enjoys eating out and loves receiving restaurant recommendations.
(Tier 1)
Stefi D.: instructor
Stefanija (Stefi) is a certified Pilates instructor with over two years of teaching experience, dedicated to helping clients build strength, improve mobility and move with confidence.
Stefi’s classes focus on mindful movement, core stability and proper alignment. Stefi believes Pilates is not simply exercise, it’s a practice that connects body and mind with main goal for clients to feel stronger, more balanced and connected to their bodies.
When Stefi is not teaching Pilates, she is practicing Pilates almost every day. Outside the studio, she also enjoys skiing and hiking.
(Tier II)
MATTIE MARTIN: INSTRUCTOR
Mattie discovered her love for Pilates in 2022 after moving to Chicago from Colorado. With a lifelong passion for fitness, she always knew she wanted to become an instructor, but it wasn’t until she found Pilates that she felt inspired to pursue her comprehensive certification. Pilates quickly became more than just a workout. It transformed her flexibility, coordination, and core strength, and she’s passionate about helping others experience those same benefits.
Mattie’s classes are energizing, form-focused, and rooted in intentional movement. You can expect a creative mix of movements designed to challenge you, build strength, and keep you progressing every time you step into the studio.
When she’s not teaching, Mattie loves exploring Chicago’s neighborhoods and checking out new restaurants around the city.
(Tier I)
Reina: Studio mascot
Rena's Motto: "life is short, live every moment to the fullest"
Reina was introduced to Pilates in 2018 when owner, Marie DiStasio started bringing her to Ab&Flow. With her happy and sweet demeanor she immediately became a permanent fixture as Ab&Flow's Mascot, bringing smiles to clients faces as they walk in the door. Reina takes her job as greeter seriously, welcoming all our clients as they enter the studio. You can also find her in the window keeping a lookout and making fur-friends with pups that walk by.
When Reina is not "working" she is training to become a Therapy Dog, which she puts to good use at the studio for whoever may need a little extra encouragement. Reina is just as active as our clients; she loves going for runs along the lake, chasing birds and taking agility classes.