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Retrofit for Life

At Retrofit Pilates we believe in movement education that is effective, dynamic, empowering and fun. We believe that when we connect mind to body, we are capable of creative, adventurous living. We give you the tools you need to build strength from the inside out so you can feel better and do more. We give you the confidence you need to live actively and joyfully in the body you have.

Established in 1999 by professional dancer Barbara Grant, Retrofit has grown into one of Toronto’s foremost Pilates studios and Balanced Body authorized International Teacher Training Centre.

With a talented team of highly experienced instructors, we are equipped to serve the broadest possible range of clients with diverse needs, goals and fitness tastes including fitness enthusiasts, professional athletes, expectant moms, and individuals in active recovery post-injury or post-surgery.

No matter what your fitness level, absolutely everyone keen to lead an active life free of pain and restriction can reach their goals with our programs. You can work one-on-one with a Pilates trainer or try one of over 70 weekly group classes.

Instructors

Strength in the freedom to move.

Retrofit Master Instructor

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Move better, be stronger, feel great!

Retrofit Senior Instructor

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Its gonna be good.

Founder and Director
Master Instructor
NCPT® Certified Pilates Teacher
Balanced Body Faculty Member

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Carrie Lynn Nieves

Balance is everything.

Retrofit Master Instructor

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Growth and ease

Retrofit Senior Instructor

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Life is technique, keep moving forward.

Retrofit Master Instructor

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Joanna Webb

What is your body telling you? Are you listening? It’s time for Pilates!

Retrofit Senior Instructor

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In my classes, I love to encourage confidence, offer challenges, and make space for discovery.

Retrofit Certified Instructor

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Minaqua McDade

Enjoy balancing strength with flexibility.

Retrofit Master Instructor
PMA®Certified Pilates Teacher

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Pilates keeps you doing what you love

Retrofit Master Instructor
Lead Instructor/Operations Associate

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Rachel Offer

I believe a Pilates class should leave you feeling longer, stronger, and excited to come back for more.

Retrofit Certified Instructor

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I enjoy blending contemporary exercises with the classical repertoire.

Retrofit Senior Instructor

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Ruth Ruttan

Creative. Passionate. Bold.

Retrofit Master Instructor
STOTT Certified Pilates Instructor
Balanced Body Faculty Member

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Carrie Shibinsky

Client Services

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Felicia Kwang

Be present and move with intention.

Studio Manager
Certified Balanced Body Instructor

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