Dana Fishman

Dana Fishman is a Certified Pilates Instructor and the owner of Marvel Pilates Studio LLC, located in Birmingham, Michigan. She has a comprehensive certification in Pilates and specializes in training clients of various ages, focusing on core strength development, back health, and athletic performance improvement. Her approach to Pilates emphasizes the integration of strength, stamina, stretch, and stability, making it accessible to a wide range of individuals, from young athletes to older adults recovering from injuries.13

Professional Background

• Current Role: Owner and comprehensively certified Pilates Instructor at Marvel Pilates Studio since February 2022.
• Previous Experience: Worked as a Certified Pilates Instructor at The Pilates Method from April 2019 to February 2022. She has also held positions at Equinox and Life Time Inc., where she managed member onboarding and fitness training.124

Education and Certifications

Dana holds a Bachelor of Arts degree in French Language and Literature from Hope College. She has achieved multiple certifications in fitness and Pilates, including:

• Full Comprehensive Pilates Certification from Peak Pilates (April 2023)
• Level 2 Qualified TRX Trainer
• ACE Group Fitness Instructor certification.12

Philosophy and Approach

Dana believes in the healing power of movement, often quoting Joseph Pilates: “Movement heals.” She aims to create a calm and distraction-free environment in her studio to help clients focus on their exercises. Her training includes working with clients recovering from strokes, pre-and post-natal individuals, and those dealing with postural issues due to prolonged desk work.13

Overall, Dana Fishman's dedication to Pilates reflects her passion for fitness and her commitment to improving her clients' health and well-being through tailored exercise programs.