Meet the Ki team

At Ki Movement Studio, we are an energetic and dedicated team of experienced instructors who live and breathe movement! We’re focused on creating a lively and supportive space where every Reformer Pilates class is both engaging and rewarding. Our passion for movement fuels our approach, blending invigorating exercises with a fun, creative atmosphere. Whether you're new to Pilates or have been practicing for years, our aim is to promote physical well-being and a genuine love for movement through personalized, enjoyable sessions.

  • Adel Silver

    Adel Silver is a certified Mat, Barrel, Chair, Cadillac, and Reformer Pilates instructor with 8 years of experience helping clients of all ages/gender to improve their functional movements. Her approach ensures safe, effective progress toward achieving their goals.

    Adel’s teaching blends classical Pilates principles with creative, contemporary approaches, ensuring engaging and enjoyable sessions. Passionate about the mind-body connection, she believes Pilates not only builds core strength, flexibility and posture, enhancing your daily life, but also fosters confidence and mental well-being.

    Fun Fact about Adel:
    Adel can’t eat any desserts without a cup of black coffee by her side! It’s her perfect pairing and it’s non-negotiable!

  • Irina Lytchak

    Irina is a passionate movement specialist who helps individuals build strength and stability through mindful, intentional exercise. After using Pilates to recover from scoliosis and lower back issues, she developed a deep appreciation for the transformative power of movement.

    With over 1,100 Lagree Method classes taught, Irina brings a wealth of experience to her instruction. Her classes focus on core strength and full-body stability, delivered with a gentle yet empowering approach. She strives to create a compassionate environment where clients of all levels feel supported and encouraged to connect with their bodies and achieve their personal goals.

    Fun Fact about Irina:
    Irina is an avid baker! She absolutely loves making sweet treats for family and friends and from time to time, she’ll even make a three-tiered wedding cake! 

  • Dee Gray

    Dee is a yoga and Pilates facilitator who has been leading group wellness across the GTA since 2016- predominately yoga (vinyasa, prenatal, postnatal, yin and restorative). Pilates was a practice Dee started to explore in 2021 to add strength and stability to her yoga practice. Since then, Dee has completed Contemporary Mat Pilates & Reformer training with Muse Movement.

    Dee aims to present students with sequences that focus on building foundation, strength, and confidence in the hopes of fostering a deeper connection to the physical and intuitive body.

    Fun Fact about Dee:
    Dee can devour a novel in just a day or two, and she also has an incredible singing voice.

  • Kim Truong

    Kim’s journey into movement began in 2016 with yoga, sparking a lasting passion for wellness. After experiencing chronic back pain, her doctor recommended Pilates, which played a crucial role in her recovery and deepened her commitment to wellness. She later expanded her training to include Mat and Reformer Pilates, further enriching her ability to guide others.

    Known for her engaging teaching style and seamless transitions, she empowers students to feel strong, confident, and energized through a blend of yoga and Pilates.

    Kim founded Ki Movement Studio with a vision to create a welcoming space where movement fosters physical, mental, and emotional growth. Her goal is to help students build strength, flexibility, and body awareness, while nurturing a supportive community and inspiring a joyful, empowering practice.

    Fun Fact about Kim:
    Kim is fluent in four languages and has traveled to 26 countries across the globe.

  • Erika Suarez

    Originally from Bogotá, Colombia, Erika brings a unique blend of expertise as a professional dancer, social anthropologist, and Pilates instructor to her movement-based wellness sessions. Her deep curiosity about the connection between movement, the body, and its environment was sparked by her thesis on corporal studies and dance in the Colombian Caribbean.

    Awarded the prestigious "Young Talented Artists" scholarship, Erika also completed an artistic residency in contemporary dance in Madrid, Spain. After moving to Toronto in 2017, she danced professionally before injuries led her to discover Pilates. With certifications in mat, reformer, and CCB, Erika works with a wide range of clients, including those recovering from injuries, individuals with arthritis or osteoporosis, dancers, athletes, and beginners. She tailors each session to empower her clients, blending her passion for movement with a holistic approach that nurtures both body and mind.

    Fun Fact about Erika:
    Erika dreams of one day opening an animal sanctuary.

  • Sarina Moledina

    Sarina has been on her movement journey since the age of 3 – starting with ballet and gymnastics, Sarina has also danced jazz and Acro and cheered competitively for over 15 years, loving every minute on the dance floor or the mat.

    When her corporate job brought her downtown, Sarina discovered her love of Pilates and started practicing at studios across the city. With a foundation built in full-body integration and healing through movement, Pilates was a great challenge for Sarina, helping her grow strength and confidence while helping her connect to her body, and work through injuries.

    Sarina is dedicated to fostering an inclusive and respectful environment where everyone feels supported. Expect dynamic classes designed to challenge and strengthen. With layered movements and options for all levels, you’ll leave feeling taller, more balanced and empowered. 

    Fun Fact about Sarina:
    Sarina loves her pooch so much, she got a tattoo of her name on a trip to Portugal.

  • Jules Smorodina

    Jules grew up in an athletic family, which naturally sparked her passion for movement. She's tried nearly every sport, from CrossFit to boxing. If it involves movement, she’s probably given it a go.

    Eventually, Jules discovered Pilates, calling it a magical way to build strength and balance—like a superhero training camp for the core. The practice helps you tap into hidden muscles, creating a strong mind-body connection that makes everyday tasks, like lifting weights or carrying groceries, easier. With slow, deliberate movements, you quickly become a "movement ninja."

    Her mission is to guide others through a safe, challenging full-body workout that stretches and strengthens muscles, improves posture, and leaves participants feeling balanced and ready for daily life. Her approach focuses on having fun while getting strong together.

    Fun Fact about Jules:
    She’s an amateur boxer and firmly believes she was Polynesian in a past life. She’s visited Hawaii eight times, and it remains her ultimate happy place.

  • Catherine Yeh

    Catherine is a passionate Pilates instructor specializing in contemporary Pilates. She creates dynamic, engaging, and balanced classes that focus on building strength, flexibility, and alignment.

    With an emphasis on mindful movement and cultivating a strong mind-body connection, Catherine empowers clients to feel more in tune with their bodies and their potential.

    Her goal is to provide a supportive and welcoming environment where everyone can thrive, enhance their physical well-being, and leave each session feeling stronger, more confident, and revitalized. Whether you're new to reformer Pilates or looking to elevate your practice, Catherine is excited to guide you on your fitness journey.

    Fun Fact about Catherine:
    Catherine almost failed high school phys-ed, but here she is, teaching Pilates and helping others fall in love with movement!

  • Nelca Barakova

    Nelca is a certified Pilates mat and reformer instructor with pre/postnatal training. Her main focus as a teacher is to look beyond the standard fitness views, and more at how movement makes us feel – physically, emotionally and mentally.

    With your goals in mind, she will help you find joy in movement by developing awareness and building a strong relationship through sustainable movement. She will focus on how movement makes you feel as opposed to how it makes you look, removing any traditional expectations of “fitness”.

    You will tap into movement in different dimensions, do some weird things, learn some Pilates classics, and hopefully laugh along the way while finding curiosity in movement together.

    Fun Fact about Nelca:
    Nelca always has a book on the go and sour candy on her at all times. 

  • Emma Tomkinson

    Emma is a certified Stott Pilates instructor in both Reformer and Mat, with a deep passion for movement and mindful exercise. Her journey began after a sports injury, when she tore her hip labrum due to overtraining. Through rehabilitation, she discovered the transformative power of Pilates. What started as a recovery method soon evolved into a lifelong passion, inspiring her to help others build strength, mobility, and confidence in their bodies.

    Fun Fact about Emma:
    Emma was a competitive figure skater growing up.

  • Leah La Rosa

    Leah is a certified Mat and Reformer Pilates instructor with a deep passion for wellness and continuous learning. Her love for Pilates began when she discovered that movement was the best mental outlet for her. Leah believes in the power of doing things that make the body, mind, and soul feel good.

    Her teaching style emphasizes finding your flow in each class, encouraging students to challenge themselves and feel stronger than ever. Let the journey begin!

    Fun Fact about Leah:
    Leah has been a pescatarian for 6 years!

  • Therese Hadfield

    Therese is passionate about making the movement experience exploratory, safe and invites people to become curious about their bodies. Since the age of 4 years old, she has always wanted to move her body, through dance, sports and wellness. Having completed a comprehensive training with Muse Movement, she blends expertise with a deep understanding of anatomy, ensuring that movers are safe at every level. She is deeply curious about how the body works and is always wanting to expand her knowledge. She believes that each body is unique and wants to create classes that help those find a deeper connection to themselves.

    Fun Fact: Therese has ranked in the top 3% in NA playing competitively in her favourite video game. 

  • Colette Wright

    With 15 years of personal Pilates practice and a background in interior design, Colette brings a unique perspective on movement, alignment, and spatial awareness to each class. Focused on building core strength, control, and mindful movement, she helps clients develop stability and confidence both on and off the mat. Passionate about making Pilates accessible for all levels, Colette is excited to share her love for this transformative practice with the studio community.

    Fun Fact about Colette:
    In an effort to make her Love Island viewing more educational, Colette has been doing postural analysis on the contestants.

  • Phoebe Lam

    Phoebe is a passionate Pilates instructor with a degree in kinesiology and physical education. As a certified mat and reformer Pilates instructor, Phoebe has always been devoted to physical activity and holistic wellness. From playing various sports to competitive cheerleading at the University of Toronto, movement has always been a significant part of Phoebe's life.

    Phoebe discovered Pilates and instantly fell in love with its creativity, low impact, and the profound mind-body connection it fosters through each exercise. With a goal to create a safe and welcoming environment for everyone, she is dedicated to helping you achieve your fitness goals while enjoying every moment. Join Phoebe for a class and experience the joy of Pilates!

    Fun Fact about Phoebe:
    Phoebe is the human-assistant to her TikTok famous pug, Peanut.

Join us on your Reformer Pilates journey and embrace the joy of movement—discover strength, connection, and the beauty of progress!