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KAREN ZINSER

Quote To Live By: “Yesterday is history. Tomorrow is a mystery. Today is a gift. That’s why we call it “the present”.” "

Eleanor Roosevelt

Teaching Style: Stimulating, Nurturing, and Playful


Karen was introduced to Pilates 9 years ago after reading an article about Pilates and was moved to experience it for herself.  She has an athletic background, starting at the age of 7 she has competed in equestrian showing/jumping. She has run in the San Diego Marathon and Long Beach Triathlon.  Shortly after beginning Pilates she found the rehabilitative benefits of Pilates while dealing with a shoulder injury and most recently during her pregnancy, bed rest, and post-natal.

Karen completed her Pilates Certification in 2001 from Marie Jose’ and Lorena Brown through Long Beach Dance Conditioning.  She most recently became Gyrotonic® certified in 2007. She completed her training through Lisa Marie Goodwin and Donna Place.  When she is not teaching she enjoys the beach, running, yoga, snowboarding, traveling, and spending time with her family and friends. Most recently she had a baby boy, Wyatt, born December 2006.  She loves to help people find the results that they are looking for, as well as helping them find the healthiest, most balanced place for their bodies and applying that knowledge into there everyday lives.

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