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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.
(Director / Master Instructor)
miranda starcher: INSTRUCTOR
Miranda first found Pilates in 2018 while searching for a new workout routine. Being someone who has had a passion for wellness and fitness, she loves that Pilates combines the two of them. She fell in love with Pilates because of the wide variety of exercises that could be done that are challenging but also can be easily modified for each individual persons needs.
In her classes, you can expect to be challenged with creative flows while staying true to the Pilates principles.
(Tier I)
Donnelly wright: instructor
Donnelly trained in New York City and began her career as a professional ballet dancer in Grand Rapids, Michigan and in Rochester, New York before moving away from the arts world to pursue a career in advertising with an agency in Columbus, Ohio. There, she was able to flex a different set of creative muscles as a copy and content writer.
Now, finding her home once again in a love for movement, she aims to bring the joy and lightness she strived for in her dancing career to her career as a Pilates instructor.
(Tier I)
Annie sayre: Instructor
Annie started her personal Pilates journey in early 2022 and quickly fell in love with the method. Annie appreciated the discipline, control, mind/body awareness and benefit Pilates had not only on her body, but her nervous system. After years raising her three children, Annie realized that her passion for Pilates was something she wanted to turn into a professional journey. She started her comprehensive certification training in the Spring of 2024. Annie now has sent countless hours teaching individuals of all ages, bodies and fitness levels. She is constantly inspired by the progress she sees her clients make in both their physical and mental wellbeing.
When Annie is not teaching, you'll find her in the studio on the Reformer or Chair (her favorite apparatus), class planning to keep things fresh and fun for her clients. She also enjoys spending time with her husband and three children, snuggling with her two dogs and three cats. She also enjoys baking sourdough bread, hiking in the Cleveland Metroparks and reading a great book.
(Tier II)
Hannah Loomis: instructor
Hannah is a long-time Pilates practitioner, who is passionate about movement and finding deeper awareness and connection in the body. She first began taking Pilates classes at 19 years old, as a way to destress during her time in art school. After earning her degree, she worked for six years in the art industry as a special events planner and a curator. During this time, her Pilates practice became her favorite part of each day, and ignited curiosity about the art of movement.
In 2023, Hannah was inspired to share her love of Pilates with others and trained with BASI Pilates, gaining her comprehensive certification in Mat Pilates and Equipment. Hannah has enjoyed working with a wide range of clients of all ages; she is dedicated to helping each individual achieve their goals and sustain their results.
Her signature classes are challenging, mindful, but also creative and fun! Her peaceful energy will leave you feeling strong and calm throughout the class. She strives to help others move better, and transform in mind, body, and soul.
(Tier II)
Preeti attar
Preeti’s passions lie in self-empowerment, strength and longevity. Balancing life as a model and accountant, she discovered Pilates as the ultimate blend of power and precision - a low-impact yet highly effective way to build strength and stability. Living with scoliosis, she found that Pilates not only strengthens but also realigns the body in ways traditional weight training cannot. As an instructor, Preeti’s teaching style is energetic, challenging and deeply intentional. She guides clients through movements designed to sculpt, strengthen and restore. Helping clients to unlock their full potential. Whether working with beginners or advanced students, she meets each client where they are and pushes them to go further mentally and physically. Her greatest reward comes from seeing clients walk away feeling stronger, fully restored and confident.
(Tier I)
Kourtney dozier
With over two years of teaching experience, I believe Pilates is truly for every body. My teaching style is relaxed yet confident, creating a supportive space where clients feel comfortable, capable, and empowered in their movement. I focus on helping each person build strength and confidence at their own pace, no matter their background or experience level.
When i’m not in the studio, I’m a proud mom to an adorable 5-year-old boy and spend most of my time caring for our lively crew at home; 10 horses, 2 dogs, and 5 chickens. That same patience, energy, and care shows up in my teaching every day.
(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, hiking and chasing birds and taking agility classes.
