Joy Puleo
After earning a masters degree from Columbia University in Applied Physiology Joy worked in a unique aquatic based physical therapy facility developing, training and teaching exercise protocols to a myriad of pre/post rehab clients. With the discovery of Pilates and Gyrotonic, Joy’s practice changed dramatically as clients who were once only comfortable in the water were able to stand, walk and even run without pain! In 2001 Joy opened her studio, Body Wise, in Chappaqua, N.Y. Joy is most proud of the Body Wise Connection, a not for profit whose objective is to bring Pilates to those who are in need of finding empowerment, hope, strength in the face medical adversity. Joy is A.C.S.M. certified, Ace Faculty, Pilates Certified by the PhysicalMind Institute, Gyrotonic Level I and Ladder certified and has worked extensively with fitness professionals teaching Pilates, anatomy, bio-mechanics, and exercise protocols.

Leda Franklin
Leda Franklin is an Authorized Master Trainer of The Gyrotonic Expansion System, she taught at Juliu's White Cloud Studio for more than seven years before opening her own studio in Manhattan (NYC), in 1992. She ran her highly successful studio in New York City for over 17 years; specializing in teacher trainings in Gyrotonic and Gyrokinesis on all levels, the specialized equipment, as well as Pre & Post Natal, Breast Cancer Survivors and other workshops and rehabilitative programs. Leda's vast Gyrotonic teaching experience, of over 20 years, is in great demand. She regularly travels the world giving private sessions and a complete spectrum of Gyrotonic and Gyrokinesis trainings, as well as the Jump Stretch Board, Gyrotoner, Leg Extension Unit, Archway, The Ladder, Pre & Post Natal Applications and Gyrotonic Applications for Breast Cancer Survivors.