Meet Elena

Elena discovered Pilates 13 years ago in Dubai, shortly after the birth of her first child. Searching for ways to restore her body postpartum, she walked into a small Pilates studio nearby — and from the very first session, she felt something shift. Despite not having a background in dance or gymnastics, Pilates awakened a strength and lightness she had never experienced before.

Born with hip dysplasia and having undergone multiple surgeries as a child, Elena had always lived with physical limitations. Yet through the Classical Pilates method, her body began to change — her hips became stronger, her posture realigned, and her entire system began to heal from within. What began as postpartum recovery soon turned into a lifelong practice of self-restoration and body awareness.

Years later, driven by her passion for movement and the desire to help others feel the same transformation, Elena enrolled in the 600-hour Comprehensive Teacher Training Program at Pure Pilates Dubai under the guidance of Susanna Foustok. Her dedication and exceptional progress led her to begin teaching even before graduation. Over the next four and a half years, she worked with numerous clients, guiding them toward deeper body connection, strength, and balance.

Elena’s pursuit of mastery continues to this day. She is part of the Vintage Pilates family in Los Angeles, training under renowned mentors Jay Grimes and Sandy Shimoda, and regularly attends workshops with teachers such as Susanna, Gloria Gasperi, Karen Frishman and others in the global classical community.

Vita Nova Pilates was born from Elena’s belief that movement has the power to restore — not just the body, but the mind and spirit. Each session is designed to meet the student where they are, helping them reconnect, realign, and rediscover their natural strength and vitality — their own “new life” through movement.