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n 1997, Melanie Johnson introduced the Classic Pilates Method to the New Haven area and opened PowerFlowStudio in 1998, a studio dedicated to teaching and preserving the classical technique of the Pilates Method as developed by Joseph Pilates and The Gyrotonic Expansion System as created and developed by Juliu Horvath.Melanie is a third generation classically-trained Pilates teacher . Her certifications include the PhysicalMind Institute, Power Pilates and The Pilates Method Alliance, all which demand complete training on all of the Pilates apparatus from beginner to super advanced levels, including over 600 apprenticeship hours. She has also completed advanced training with PEAK Pilates, BASI, Polestar, STOTT and Balanced Body University.Melanie is a I certified Gyrotonic, Gyrokinesis and Gyrotoner instructor, having completed her teacher trainings in New York and her final certification in Miami under the direction of Juliu Horvath.In addition, Melanie has studied dance and yoga for over 30 years. She has completed trainings in The Alexander Technique, Feldenkrais and The Franklin Method. Combining 25 years as an ACE and AFAA certified personal trainer and fitness instructor, Reiki I and II, and NIA instructor.Melanie has been voted New Haven's "Best Personal Trainer" and PowerFlowStudio has been voted "Best Pilates Studio" 2000–2010.Join Our Email ListEmail: Private Instruction | Pilates Classes | Personal Coaching | Te