Morgan Refakis
Certified Pilates Instructor
Morgan Refakis is a Pilates instructor with more than a decade of experience. She has completed comprehensive Pilates certifications at both Balanced Body University and Equinox Pilates Institute in New York City. Morgan was previously a Senior Instructor at Flex Studio in Hong Kong. Before moving abroad, she was a Pilates Instructor and Area Manager for Equinox Health Club in New York City.
Morgan is a lifelong dancer and movement specialist. She has performed and toured with contemporary dance companies within the United States, Mexico, and France. Morgan is also a founding producer of the award-winning Your Move Dance festival based in Jersey City, NJ.
About Morgan
What do you feel is the most unique quality of Pilates as a mindful movement?
Quality over quantity. Changing your mindset from more equals better, being "sore" after a session equals better- these are misconceptions of successful exercise and movement practices. To be productive and successful in Pilates you simply need to move, be present and listen to your instructor- the Pilates system will do the rest for you.
Currently, what is your favorite Pilates exercise, on any apparatus?
Short Box series on the Ladder Barrel. So yummy on the spine!
What tickles you most about teaching Pilates?
When something "clicks" for the student. Be it a timely cue, a small adjustment, or a challenging exercise- I get all warm and fuzzy. And I’m pretty sure I’m more excited for the student’s success than they are.
