Joy Karley Faculty Headshot

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Joy Karley, MA holds a Master’s degree in Biomechanics and Athletic Training from San Diego State University and a Bachelor of Science in Modern Dance from Kent State University. Her background also includes extensive training in classical ballet, jazz, tap, Latin, and theater dance. She studied at the School of Cleveland Ballet and has performed with companies in Ohio, California, Washington DC, NJ and NYC. Joy is a Pilates Master Trainer for Balanced Body University, fully certified in both mat and Reformer/apparatus, and has trained in both contemporary and classical Pilates styles.  She is an international fitness presenter and writer, training new Pilates instructors throughout the US & beyond.  She has designed programming and training curriculum for major club chains and for Jazzercise, an international fitness franchising company.  Joy has developed unique teaching methodology combining artistry with movement science to make the most of a dancer’s abilities.