sophie janssens

Sophie was a professional dancer in various contemporary dance companies in Holland, before pursuing her career in Québec. In 1995 she began her Pilates Teacher Certification Program with master instructor Romana Kryzanowska in New York and obtained her certification in 1996. She deepened her studies with the ‘Dynamic Muscle Concepts’ workshops of Joanna Abbatt. Aside from her dancing, she has taught the Pilates Method for more than 10 years.

Recently she started working at the Cirque du Soleil as a Pilates instructor for both the prevention of injuries and rehabilitation of injured artists. She is adored by all her students who greatly appreciate her vast knowledge and experience and gentle yet firm approach.