Chelsea Rusnak
Background:
My love of movement started from an early age while growing up in Saskatchewan, Canada. I began taking dance classes at the age of 3 and eventually turned that passion into a successful career as a professional dancer and aerialist for over 10 years. An amazing job opportunity led me to Asia where I spent 7 years working for Tokyo DisneySea and Hong Kong Disneyland. I decided to settle in Hong Kong and that same passion for movement and health led me into a career in fitness, which I’ve been passionate about for the past 9 years. In 2023 I made the international move to Vancouver and have loved continuing teaching and learning at The Pilates Collective.
Why I teach?
There is truly a profound connection between the body and mind and I have personally experienced how movement can heal and empower an individual. Exercise is more than just physical movement, and there is no greater reward than connecting with people and watching them grow stronger.
Education/Experience:
I’m a 3rd Generation Classical Pilates teacher with a comprehensive certification through Alycea Ungaro’s REAL Pilates in New York. I’m certified in Xtend Barre®, TRX®, Rebound (Trampoline) Fitness and Trigger-Point Foam Rolling.
What I’ve learned from Contrology: Contrology is humbling! I’ve learned that when you think you’re reaching the end of understanding a movement, pilates brings you full circle back to the beginning. As a recovering ‘perfectionist’, I find that lesson so challenging and beautiful because it really is about the journey and not just the destination. I’ve learned to connect my mental focus to movement and really be present in each practice. Contrology develops a heightened sense of body awareness and understanding which is so helpful for daily life. With patience and practice, we have the potential to change our bodies, heal injuries, push through physical challenges and discover our strengths and limitations.
Education/Experience:
I’m a 3rd Generation Classical Pilates teacher with a comprehensive certification through Alycea Ungaro’s REAL Pilates in New York. I’m certified in Xtend Barre®, TRX®, Rebound (Trampoline) Fitness and Trigger-Point Foam Rolling.
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