About Ana

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Ana Nikitovic

Born and raised in Belgrade, Ana Nikitovic found her passion for Pilates at the age of 18. Amidst the dynamic environment of her homeland, she discovered that Pilates provided her with a profound sense of solace and empowerment. This practice helped her develop a deep mind-body connection that she cherished and nurtured through the years.
Driven by her dedication to movement and well-being, Ana pursued extensive training and post-graduate studies to become a certified Pilates instructor. This dedication eventually led her to co-found a Pilates studio during the COVID-19 pandemic, a time when many sought ways to stay connected and healthy.
Ana's teaching philosophy centers around empathy, understanding, and a commitment to continual learning. By connecting with clients worldwide, Ana aims to inspire and guide them on their journeys toward resilience and self-discovery through the practice of Pilates.

Comprehensive Training

  • Comprehensive Pilates Teacher Training

    • Smartbody Amsterdam (Mat + Equipment) - 2014

    • BASI Comprehensive Teacher Training - 2019

Postgraduate Training

  • Pilates Heritage Training 2019
    Dedicated to the first-generation Pilates teacher Kathy Grant under the mentorship of Kathy’s long-time student, Cara Reeser.

  • BASI Mentor Program 2023

  • Movement Science Made Simple - from 2020
    Evidence-based graduate education program for Pilates instructors developed by Cara Reeser & Jeremy Laverdure that joins current concepts in biomechanics, motor learning theory, and pain science with time-tested movement training strategies.

    The Brain in Pain - 2022

    Stand and Deliver - 2022

    Pilates for Injuries and Pathologies 2022
    By Samantha Wood

  • Pilates for Scoliosis 2020
    With Rita Brixie

  • Workshops with Irene Dowd

    Hypermobility - 2021

    nteractive Feet - 2022

    Neutral Pelvis - 2023

    Gregory Youdan
    Motor Learning - 2024

  • Shary Berkowitz

    Anatomy Review - 2021

    Science of Stretching - 202

Additional Workshops and Training

Also participated in workshops and training sessions with renowned instructors worldwide, including Irene Dowd, Steven Fetherhuff, Gregory Youdan, Shary Berkowitz, Kirk Smith, Sharon Gallagher, Samantha Wood, and Sondra Karman, to name a few.

Somatic Approaches

Additionally, integrating other relevant somatic approaches into my practice, like Feldenkrais, which I practice weekly with Yael Davids.

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