Rucsandra Mitrea

Rucsandra Mitrea provides her students with a unique and comprehensive approach to the Pilates method. Her deep understanding of body mechanics and anatomy of movement are enriched through continuing advanced studies with Master Teacher Dianne Miller. She has also had the great opportunity to attend workshops with the First Generation Master Teachers Mary Bowen and Ron Fletcher.

Rucsandra has taught Pilates for twelve years. She began her studies with master teacher Dianne Miller of the Dianne Miller Pilates Center of Vancouver in 1998 and became Internationally Certified by Ms. Miller in 2001.

Since 1999, Rucsandra Mitrea has attended ongoing Somatherapy Seminars taught by Guy Voyer DO and has incorporated Somatherapy techniques and principles in her teaching. She is currently studying osteopathy at the Sutherland Academy of Osteopathy of Ontario.

Rucsandra founded Mitrea Pilates Center of Toronto in 2002.

At the Mitrea Pilates Center of Toronto, students are taught in a holistic manner that integrates the specialized techniques of these exceptional teachers.

Carolyn Woods

Carolyn Woods is a highly trained and gifted modern dancer. She performed with Dancemakers and choreographer Serge Bennathan for 15 years. In 1991 she met Master Teacher Dianne Miller when Ms. Miller taught courses in Pilates Mat Work and Ballet for Modern Dancers at the Dancemakers’ studio. This was the beginning of a journey which led Carolyn to study with Dianne Miller and obtain her Pilates Certification.

During one of the courses at the Dianne Miller Pilates Center of Vancouver, Carolyn met Rucsandra Mitrea and this led to her teaching at Mitrea Pilates Center of Toronto in 2003. As part of her continuous training she has attended the ELDOA & Myofascial Stretching courses, created by Guy Voyer DO.

Carolyn’s physical creativity and attention to detail is apparent in her teaching and enhances the learning experience of her clients.

Carolyn enjoys being part of MPCT and the ongoing learning that creates a rich environment for healing.

Sarah Kirkpatrick

Sarah Kirkpatrick was first introduced to Pilates at the age of 15 when seeking rehabilitation from a dance injury. The relief she experienced from Pilates allowed her to continue her rigorous training. It also sparked her interest which led her to eventually enroll in Master Teacher Dianne Miller’s Pilates Teacher Training Program.

Upon graduating from the School of Toronto Dance Theatre’s Professional Training Program in 2004, Sarah started working at Mitrea Pilates Center of Toronto as Office Manager.

In 2006 Sarah completed level I of the Pilates Teacher Training Program and was ready to join the teaching team at MPCT. She has also attended both the ELDOA and Myofascial Stretching courses, created by Guy Voyer DO.

Sarah’s own personal journey and her strong belief in the capacity of healing and recovery of the human body are reflected in her teaching and contribute to the physical experience of the clients.

Sarah is excited to be a part of the MPCT and is looking forward to her continuing education in Pilates and related techniques.