MARIA DITANO

STAFF

Maria DiTano - Pilates Instructor

After completing a Bachelor degree in Science at Macquarie University, Maria embarked on a corporate career whilst working intermitiently in the fitness industry. In 2000, Maria decided to dedicate herself to a career in fitness and hasn't looked back. Working as a personal trainer since 2001, Maria specialises in weight training.

Maria was first introduced to Pilates while attending a health retreat overseas and became interested by its concepts, in particular the emphasis on developing core strength, improving flexibility and postural awareness. "Pilates is a great low impact exercise that compliments cardiovascular training and weight training. It is functional and can be applied to everyday movements. Everyone can benefit".

Qualifications

• Pilates Moves Certification in Matwork and Allegro/reformer
• Personal Trainer - Certificate IV
• Registered Fitness Leader
• Polestar Pilates - Allegro Certification
• Bachelor Degree in Science, Macquarie University
• Business Technology Diploma (Metro Business College)
• Diploma of Exercise Science & Fitness Management (Aust. Fitness Network)
• Musicianship & Flute Examination at the Sydney Conservatorium of Music
• Senior First Aid Certificate

• Registered Personal Trainer
• 1st Place - Musclemania Masters Figure Victorian Championships 2005
• Completed the Body-for-Life Challenge in 2001
• Completed Gold Coast International Marathon 1993