Dilla Mastrangelo is making a difference through movement. As a gifted teacher, motivator, and entrepreneur, she is in constant creative motion, integrating all that she can learn into finding new ways to help her clients achieve greater health and vitality.

Dilla embodies learning by doing. In 2008, she opened Harmony Pilates Studio with co-founder Sueann Fenchel as part of their ongoing commitment to bringing innovative movement methods to Pittsburgh. In pursuit of this mission, she is always asking herself, "What can I integrate into the Harmony methodology to make it better?" The Studio's practical, hands-on philosophy attracts people of all ages and backgrounds, and achieves a profound rate of success for its clients.

Dilla began using the Pilates Method as a young modern dancer nearly two decades ago. Recognizing the tremendous benefits of Pilates long before it hit mainstream, she completed comprehensive training programs with the leading teachers of the Method including Romana Kryzanowska at The Pilates Studio of New York, and Michele Larsson of Core Dynamics. A PMA credentialed Pilates instructor, Dilla is also certified in GYROTONIC® and GYROKINESIS®, and holds a master of arts degree in dance and dance education from New York University.

Her joyful and resilient spirit is perhaps the secret ingredient in Dilla's remarkable capacity to help others believe in themselves and reach new levels of awareness and energy. Her vision is evident in the array of services offered at Harmony, as well as in the Studio's highly recognized Pilates teacher training program, which has prepared nearly one hundred teachers for certification to date.

Dilla is the author of a comprehensive Pilates teacher training manual, scheduled for release later this year. Next spring, she will also be taking an intensive course with Eric Franklin, whose Method is recognized as the cutting edge among movement professionals. This training will focus on all applications of imagery, the deep benefits of the mind/body connection, and function based on evolutionary design.

As a lifelong learner, Dilla believes in improving whatever she sets out to do, and draws on every opportunity for continued self-discovery. In addition to the body of work she has already created in her professional life, Dilla is an accomplished pianist, equestrian and dancer, and has recently developed a passion for tennis. She lives in Shadyside, Pennsylvania with her two equally energetic children.

One of the first things that strike you about Sueann Fenchel is her deep caring for others. Her whole-hearted compassion and respect for whomever she is working with, creates an energy that seems to make any movement possible for her clients to learn.

"It's serious business when someone entrusts their body to us. Our clients deserve our very best," Sueann says of her daily role as a teacher and movement innovator at Harmony Pilates Studio, which she co-founded with Dilla Mastrangelo in 2008.

Sueann's love of movement began years before she dreamed of running a business. After receiving a scholarship to Les Ballets Jazz de Montreal, she moved to Montreal and pursued her desire to dance. The year she spent studying and performing in this Canadian cultural center was a very memorable one for her. When the school closed, she returned to Pittsburgh and continued to dance with local choreographers, and also began to teach for Civic Light Opera, Pittsburgh Ballet Theatre and Ellis School.

During this time, Sueann discovered how much she enjoyed teaching, and she began to explore other methods of movement and healing arts. This led her to try Pilates in 1999 and she knew immediately she wanted to become a teacher of the Method. She received her certification in Pilates through Santa Fe-based Core Dynamics one year later, and eagerly began teaching with Dilla in Pittsburgh.

When Sueann sampled Gyrotonic, she again instantly recognized its tremendous benefits and received her certifications in GYROTONIC® and GYROKINESIS® in rapid succession. Her certification in massage therapy further enhanced her knowledge of human anatomy and physical function.

Now, less than a decade later, as co-owner of Pittsburgh's premiere movement studio, Sueann continues to be driven by finding new, efficient ways of moving and helping people accomplish what they want to do in their lives.

"I love being a teacher of movement, and serving people in that way. It's about each person, and encouraging them to keep going, to keep moving. I want people to get the absolute most from their experience with us at Harmony."

Sueann and her husband live in Shadyside and she delights in being able to walk to work. She's devoted to her family and friends and her genuine love of others includes a passion for animals. Her Cavalier King Charles Spaniel, Buster is a lucky recipient of Sueann's abundant attention.

As a business owner, Sueann looks forward to contributing to the health of the community, including encouraging other female entrepreneurs who seek out the healing moves of Harmony.

Tamar Rachelle is a former principal dancer with Pittsburgh Ballet Theatre. After retiring from dancing, Tamar helped to develop a program to assist dancers recovering from injury. During that time, she met and began Pilates training with Dilla Mastrangelo. Upon completing her Core Dynamics Training in 2002, she began teaching at Wellspring Studio.

Tamar is also currently on faculty at Pittsburgh Ballet Theatre and Pittsburgh Youth Ballet. In addition, Tamar is a PMA-Certified Pilates Teacher and a certified GYROTONIC® instructor at Harmony Pilates Studio.

Rose Anne Lyskava trained and earned her teacher certification through Wellspring Studio, Pittsburgh and Core Dynamics, Santa Fe, and has practiced and been an instructor of The Pilates Method since 2002. Harmony Pilates Studio welcomed her to its teaching staff upon its opening in 2008.

She brings with her more than 25 years experience teaching all forms of dance to adults and children in New York, New Jersey, and Pittsburgh, including Dance Alloy and Pittsburgh Youth Ballet Company, where she acted as Ballet Mistress and choreographed original works.

Rose Anne holds a B.S. in Health and Physical Education with a Dance Emphasis from Penn State University. Throughout her career as a professional dancer she performed on stage, in film, television, and commercials. Rose Anne was also a long-time member of the Radio City Music Hall Rockettes.

Kim Francis began Pilates lessons with Dilla Mastrangelo in July 1999, entered the Core Dynamics Teacher Training program two years later, and completed the comprehensive certification in June 2004. In addition to Harmony Studio, Kim has taught Pilates at the Pittsburgh Athletic Association, Pittsburgh Ballet Theatre, and Wellspring Studio. Kim studied with master trainer Sebastian Plettenberg of GYROTONIC® Manhattan and completed the GYROTONIC® certification program in December 2005.

Kim holds masters degrees from the University of Pittsburgh Graduate School of Public Health and the Graduate School of Public and International Affairs. She has worked in clinical research since 1993 and served as the Clinical Research Coordinator for the UPMC Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Division of Sports Medicine for 10 years before transferring to the University of Pittsburgh, Department of Medicine, Division of Pediatric Rheumatology in January 2010.

Jennifer Ammirati began her Pilates journey in 2003 when she met Dilla and Sueann. She completed her certification through Core Dynamics in 2004 and was honored when asked to join such a brilliant team of teachers. Jennifer was also a dancer at a young age and loved how Pilates was a way to find her full potential in movement. She is fascinated by the human body and it's ability to heal itself. She loves working with people of all movement backgrounds and watching them reach the goals they have set for themselves and beyond.

She has continued her education by becoming a PMA-Certified Teacher in 2008 and attending workshops by Eric Franklin, Brent Anderson and Marie-Jose Blom to name a few. Some of Jennifer's favorite people to learn from are her colleagues and is inspired to see all of the creativity in one room.

Jennifer also enjoys good food and drink and has taken courses in homeopathy and naturopathy which she is also passionate about. Jennifer and her husband bought their first home in 2009 and live in Shadyside.

Lisa George was introduced to Pilates in 2004 while helping to start a new Pilates program at a local dance studio. She began taking lessons at Wellspring Studio in 2005, studied at Wellspring Studio, and received her certification through Core Dynamics Pilates in March 2007. After becoming a PMA-Certified Pilates teacher in 2007, Lisa has continued to further her education by participating in several specialty workshops including Anatomy in Clay and Balanced Body's Mat and Toys on the Road utilizing various props, and attending conferences and seminars taught by leaders in the Pilates industry.

Coming from a non-athletic background, Lisa has found Pilates to be a way to develop an active and healthy lifestyle and enjoys teaching Pilates to clients of all ages, abilities, and backgrounds. Lisa never wants to stop learning and experiencing more.

Lisa holds a B.S. from Westminster College in Computer Science and a M.S. from Duquesne University in Environmental Science and Management and currently works for an environmental firm as a Data Management Analyst. Lisa is the Registration Coordinator for Harmony's Comprehensive Pilates Teacher Training Program and has played an integral role in the development of the training manual. Lisa also manages all computer support work.

While not teaching Pilates, working, or busy in her yard, Lisa can be found playing with her two nieces and occasionally even teaching the 5 year old a few Pilates exercises. It's never too young to enjoy moving!

Lynn Murray-Coleman began a life-long interest in movement and dance as an Irish stepdancer. After several years of dancing competitively, she went on to study ballet, jazz and modern dance at the University of Dayton in addition to earning a Bachelor of Arts degree in Psychology.

Lynn began a career in non-formal education as a volunteer with the Peace Corps, teaching in a women-in-development program in Papua New Guinea and later in training new volunteers in the U.S. She returned to Irish dance as an instructor and performance coordinator with the Theresa Burke School of Irish Dance in Pittsburgh. Lynn has also taught Irish dance and fitness classes to adults and children at the Pittsburgh Center for the Arts, the Dance Alloy, Shadyside Academy and Boyd Community Center.

Lynn's personal study of yoga, strengthening and conditioning techniques, and Pilates became more influential in her teaching. However, getting acquainted with Dilla Mastrangelo and a more personalized approach to Pilates practice inspired Lynn to pursue further training. She completed her teacher training and apprenticeship with Wellspring Studio, and received her Core Dynamics Pilates certification from Michele Larsson, Santa Fe. Lynn is also a member of the Pilates Method Alliance (PMA).

Lynn has been married for 28 years and has 3 wonderful sons.

Sharon Scuoteguazza is a former professional Dancer with Xpressions Contemporary Dance Company (XCDC), here in Pittsburgh. She is currently dancing with Mount Arat Baptist Church's Dance Ensemble, MADE in His Image. She began her dance training with the Central Pennsylvania Youth Ballet under Marcia Dale Weary, Founder and Artistic Director. She received a B.F.A. from Indiana University of PA and soon after moved to San Francisco where she taught Printmaking at the Mission Cultural Center for Latino Arts.

Sharon was first introduced to Pilates while working at Canyon Ranch in Tucson but fell for the method while taking a private equipment class in the Berkshires. The seed was planted to study and one day teach. As an experienced dance and movement instructor for both children and adult dancers and non-dancers, Sharon is dedicated to helping people at all levels of ability achieve physical health and well being beyond the expectations that they have set for themselves.

Sharon has a wonderful husband and two beautiful sons.