Joy Karley (she/her) 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, New Jersey, and New York. She has taught students
of all ages and abilities, at studios and professional training schools. She has
developed unique teaching methodology combining artistry with movement
science to make the most of a dancer’s abilities.

Joy is a Pilates Method Alliance Certified Pilates Teacher (PMA CPT) fully
certified in both Pilates Mat and Reformer/Apparatus, and has trained in both
contemporary and classical Pilates styles. She was selected by Lolita San
Miguel, Pilates Elder, for her Pilates Master Mentor Program. As a Master Trainer,
international fitness presenter, and writer for over 20 years, Joy has designed
programming and training curriculum for major club chains and for Jazzercise,
an international fitness franchising company. She is an AFAA and IFTA Certified
Fitness Instructor and Personal Trainer, as well as a Balanced Body Master
Instructor for Pilates, Barre, Motr and Bodhi Suspension System.

Joy recently completed the Pfilates (Pelvic Floor Pilates) Instructor Training
program and is certified to teach Pfilates Training classes. She trains new Pilates
and Fitness instructors throughout the US and internationally.