The Pilates Studio^® of Los Angeles

Performing Arts Physical Therapy (PAPT) offers the very highest level of Traditional Pilates Teacher Certification available. For over ten years, under the direction of Certified Pilates Master Teacher Melinda Bryan (certified & ordained by first generation Pilates Master Romana Kryzanowska), PAPT has trained and produced over 300 certified Pilates experts. Six hundred hours of apprenticeship are required to obtain Pilates Instructor Certification. This intensive training qualifies our instructors to teach physically fit people and enhances their ability to design post rehabilitation programs. Instructors who receive their Pilates certification from PAPT are among the most sought after by health and fitness centers around the world. The comprehensive training program is internationally recognized and is listed as an educational organization with the Pilates Method Alliance.

Melinda Bryan, PT
Director
Certified Pilates Master Teacher

Putting unique experience to work for you
Our Director, Melinda Bryan, RPT, combines over fifteen years of practice experience with broad expertise as a registered physical therapist, Certified Pilates Master Teacher, and ACE-certified personal trainer. Her background in dance and sports medicine makes her uniquely qualified to treat performers and athletes of all types.

She has lectured nationally on the topic of performing arts medicine and is one of the first to use innovative Pilates techniques to help patients increase strength, flexibility, and endurance during rehabilitation. She has trained with the top Pilates masters such as Romana Kryzanowska, Sari Pace, Corola Trier, Kathy Grant and others.

Melinda leads a team of therapists with specialized training in everything from performing arts and sports medicine to work conditioning and geriatric care. Melinda takes the time make ensure that each therapist is expertly trained in Pilates techniques.

There is no substitute for this kind of experience. It means every decision about your care is based on smart, professional judgement and clear, ongoing communication with your primary-care physician.