Blending Movement, Strength, and Healing

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Gilliane Hadley, a certified Classical Pilates instructor and professional dancer, brings a lifetime of movement experience to her teaching. With a background deeply rooted in dance and a passion for helping others heal and thrive, she has built a career dedicated to strength, stability, and overall wellness.

 

Gilliane’s Journey

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Originally from Miami, Florida, Gilliane was introduced to Pilates at a young age while training as a dancer. By 17, she had already stepped into the professional world as a dancer, choreographer, and instructor, performing at prestigious venues such as Lincoln Center Outdoors in New York City and the Kennedy Center in Washington, D.C. She later earned a BFA in Dance from New World School of the Arts and trained at renowned institutions like Broadway Dance Center, Steps on Broadway, and EDGE Performing Arts Center in Los Angeles, CA.

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In 2021, a dance-related injury led her back to Pilates—not just as a form of rehabilitation but as a profound reminder of the power of movement to restore, strengthen, and transform the body. Inspired by this experience, she committed herself to becoming a Classical Pilates instructor, completing over 600 hours of training under Jennifer O’Mara, Brett Howard, and David Freeman, a Master Teacher of Teachers and successor to USPA. In 2023, she became a certified instructor through the Classical Pilates USA™ Teacher Certification Program.

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The Birth of Deeply Rooted Classical Pilates

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Teaching Pilates has changed Gilliane’s perspective on movement, wellness, and life itself. Through her own journey of healing, she has come to see Pilates as more than just an exercise—it’s a way to build resilience, reconnect with the body, and cultivate a strong foundation for life. This philosophy inspired her to open Deeply Rooted Classical Pilates, a studio built on the belief that proper movement is the key to flourishing at any age.

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With a deep love for helping people heal, grow, and regain confidence in their bodies, Gilliane creates a safe, encouraging, and supportive environment where clients of all backgrounds—from athletes to those recovering from injury—can experience the transformative power of Pilates. Her goal is to guide each individual toward strength, vitality, and a renewed sense of self.