Kalinka Fernandes de Lima
Certification
Kalinka was introduced to the Method Pilates in 2004 during a presentation at her College (Exercise Science). She was impressed by how one single movement (leg circles) could connect the whole body. In 2007 she was able to get her first Pilates Certification Course in Mat Pilates, dedicating her time to teach and develop her skills in groups and private classes. Always looking for improvement Kalinka had the opportunity to get the Apparatus Certification in Miami by the PhysicalMind Institute in 2012. In September 2021, she concluded a master Pilates training with Lolita San Miguel - a directly disciple from Joseph Pilates, reconnecting her passion with the Method and the willing to keep evolving as a teacher and a forever Pilates student. Since the early years in college she’s been working in different settings like gyms, companies, pilates studios and personal training. She is passionate about movement and some of her personal activities through the years include: Capoeira, Karate, Boxing, Running, Crossfit and currently Olympic Weightlifting. She is a truly believer in the Method Pilates as a fundamental key for self knowledge and body control, her favorite Joseph’s quote is: “Change happens through movement and movement heals.”
Education
- Educação Física College
- PhysicalMind Institute
- Master Pilates Lolita San Miguel
Teaching experience
Since 2007
What can a client expect from your class?
I like to create body awareness through movement. I encourage clients to understand their body positions so they can maximize the benefits of the Pilates exercises.