About us
WeDo Pilates
WeDo Pilates is the proud classical Pilates studio, part of Romana’s International Pilates family. All instructors hold Romana’s certification in Pilates and teach you using structured and holistic approach with all the key pieces of Pilates Equipment with the highest quality and experience. WeDo Pilates is fully equipped with Gratz Pilates Equipment.
Bora Lee / Instructor
(Teaching in Korean & English available)
Bora’s Pilates journey started in 2016 after working in fashion for over ten years. Her previous job took a toll on her body, causing neck and back pain. Pilates became a game-changer and led her to change her career path.
She proudly holds a Romana’s Pilates certificate from Lifespan in New York, where she learned from respected instructors Sari Mejia Santo and Cynthia Shipley.
Bora is dedicated to helping her clients with their Pilates journey, whether they want to get in better shape, recover from injuries, or improve their overall well-being. She connects with her clients on a physical, mental, and emotional level, offering a well-rounded approach to health and happiness through Pilates.
Adrian Kwak / Instructor
(Teaching in Korean & English available)
Adrian is a certified instructor in Romana Pilates who is passionate about fostering wellness in her clients through precise guidance and keen attention to alignment and safety.
She helps clients achieve enhanced strength, flexibility, and mindful connection through movement while keeping it challenging yet fun.
Adam Gross / Instructor
Born and raised in New York City, he was introduced to Pilates at a young age through his mother, who trained with Romana in the early 1990s.
In 2021, while working as a bartender, he decided it was time for a lifestyle change and began his own Pilates journey. Today, he’s an instructor at Lifespan Pilates, the official Romana’s Pilates International Training Center widely known as a cornerstone of classical Pilates education.
Since then, Pilates has transformed both his body and mind. His passion for the method keeps growing, and he’s committed to helping clients move better, build strength, and achieve their goals through this timeless system.
Soomin An / Instructor
(Teaching in Korean & English available)
Soomin began her academic journey studying Food and Nutrition in South Korea before relocating to the United States, where she developed a strong interest in Pilates.
In 2018, she entered a Classical Pilates teacher training program in New York and began teaching in 2019, building a solid foundation in traditional Pilates principles and movement quality.
In 2020, she continued her professional education by enrolling in the globally recognized Romana’s Pilates teacher training program, one of the most respected classical Pilates programs in the world. She completed the program in 2022 and has since continued working as a Pilates instructor, gaining extensive experience with a wide range of clients and body conditions. With over seven years of teaching experience, Soomin is committed to ongoing study and professional growth. She approaches each session with careful attention to biomechanics, individualized cueing, and long-term movement health.
In 2022, to further deepen her understanding of human anatomy and movement science, she earned an Associate Degree in Exercise Science in the United States. She continues to refine her teaching through research, education, and hands-on experience, with the goal of providing intelligent, safe, and effective Pilates instruction.
Why WeDo Pilates?
Pilates is a form of low-impact exercise that focuses on strengthening muscles while improving postural alignment, flexibility, and overall body awareness. People practice Pilates for several key reasons:
Core Strength(Power House)
Pilates targets the core muscles, including the abdominals, back, and hips. A strong core is essential for good posture, balance, and stability in daily activities.
Improved Posture
Pilates emphasizes alignment and proper posture. By engaging specific muscle groups, it helps you stand taller and move more efficiently, which can relieve strain on your back and joints.
Flexibility and Mobility
Pilates incorporates stretching and lengthening exercises that improve flexibility in the muscles and joints, which can increase range of motion and reduce stiffness.
Mind-Body Connection
Pilates encourages mindfulness and concentration. It requires you to focus on controlled, precise movements, which can help improve coordination and reduce stress by connecting the mind and body.
Injury Rehabilitation
Pilates is often recommended for injury rehabilitation because of its low-impact nature and focus on controlled movement. It can help improve strength and flexibility after an injury, preventing future problems.
Enhanced Balance and Coordination
Many Pilates exercises require balancing, which strengthens stabilizing muscles. This can improve overall coordination, making you more agile in daily life.
Increased Strength and Tone
Pilates exercises use body weight or resistance to build muscle strength. It is effective for toning and sculpting muscles, especially those that are often neglected in other forms of exercise.
Stress Reduction
The mindful, controlled movements of Pilates, combined with breathing techniques, can promote relaxation, reduce tension, and lower stress levels.
Improved Athletic Performance
Many athletes incorporate Pilates into their routines to enhance performance in their primary sports. It can improve flexibility, balance, and core strength, contributing to better movement efficiency and injury prevention.
Supports Healthy Breathing
Pilates emphasizes proper breathing techniques, which can help increase lung capacity, improve oxygen flow, and enhance overall respiratory function.
Accessibility
Pilates can be modified to suit people of all fitness levels, from beginners to advanced practitioners, making it an accessible option for anyone looking to improve their fitness.
Holistic Approach
Pilates is a full-body workout that engages muscles in a balanced way, helping to avoid overdeveloping certain muscle groups and promoting overall body symmetry and health.
