─── PRESS & MEDIA

Media, Press & Recognition.

Explore media features, awards, speaking engagements, and industry recognition highlighting Maria Leone, the Bodyline team, and the impact of our Pilates education programs.


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AWARD-WINNING PILATES INSTRUCTOR

Miku Yoshida — Instructor of the Year 2025.

PILATES JOURNAL • 2025

Bodyline instructor Miku has been recognized by Pilates Journal for her contributions to the Pilates industry and commitment to excellence in teaching.

Her recognition reflects the high standards of education, professionalism, and movement expertise that define the Bodyline community. 

AS FEATURED IN

Pilates Anytime

Pilates Journal Expo

Balanced Body®

Pilates Style

SELECTED FEATURE

A voice in the modern Pilates conversation.

A curated selection of editorial features, expert interviews, and platform partnerships from across the industry.

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Pilates Journal Expo
LOS ANGELES & SYDNEY · 2025

Headliner Presenter - From Hollywood to Sydney
Maria served as the headline presenter at the Pilates Journal Expo in both Los Angeles and Sydney, leading sessions on contemporary Pilates education and advanced teacher training.

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Pilates Anytime
FEATURED INSTRUCTOR • ONGOING

Pilates Anytime Featured Instructor
Maria is a featured instructor on Pilates Anytime, the leading global streaming platform for Pilates education, with classes available to a worldwide audience of teachers and students.

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Pilates Style Magazine
PRINT • DIGITAL • FEATURE

Featured in Pilates Style
Profiled in Pilates Style magazine for her contributions to teacher education and the development of the Bodyline Method®.

ON FILE


Balanced Body®
INTERNATIONAL • MASTER INSTRUCTOR

Balanced Body® Master Instructor
One of a select group worldwide credentialed to deliver Balanced Body teacher training across Mat, Reformer, and Apparatus pathways.

ON FILE


Legal & Industry
UNITED STATES • EXPERT

Pilates Expert Witness
Retained as a Pilates expert witness, providing testimony and consultation on movement education standards and studio practice.

ON FILE

SPEAKING & COMMENTARY

Topics Maria speaks to.

Available for keynotes, conference sessions, podcast interviews, and editorial commentary.


01 The Bodyline Method®

Origin, philosophy, and how it diverges from classical and contemporary Pilates.


02 Teacher Education

Building the next generation of instructors through Balanced Body certification and mentorship.


03 Pilates for Longevity

Spinal health, mobility, and strength training across decades of practice.

─── PRESS KIT

Bio, headshots & brand assets.

Access approved bios, headshots, logos, and brand assets for editorial use.

─── MEDIA INQUIRIES

Interviews & Expert Commentary.

For interviews, podcasts, speaking engagements, and expert commentary on Pilates, teacher training, movement education, and longevity.