Nice & Tall Pilates Studio - Manhattan's Pilates Studio

Our Philosophy

At Nice and Tall, our focus is on instructing Pilates that aligns with the original philosophy established by Joseph and Clara Pilates. Overall, our Pilates Studio is dedicated to helping our clients achieve optimal health and well-being by using a thoughtful, individualized approach based on the latest scientific information. We believe that Pilates can be transformative for both the body and the mind, and we are committed to helping our clients unlock their full potential.

Although Pilates might seem uncomplicated, the Pilates conditioning system methodically builds strength, balance, and posture. Pilates is intended to make your body more supple, giving it a natural grace and proficiency that will be unmistakably apparent in the way you walk, play, and work, as well as offering the stamina to enjoy the everyday activities of life.

The Pilates conditioning system contains numerous combinations of exercises, and whether you’ve practiced Pilates for years or are trying it out for the first time, your body and mind will surely be intrigued and challenged.

Meet Our Team

Konstantin

Founder

Konstantin started his fitness journey 20 years ago and has a vast range of experience in many different areas, first teaching as a group instructor and personal trainer and then working as a fitness director. He previously taught fitness classes ranging from step aerobics to body pump and cycling, but fell in love with Pilates and turned his focus to bettering himself in that realm.

He obtained his certification from Polestar Pilates and is constantly educating himself and others about the latest scientific updates and research into the human body, incorporating his knowledge and understanding of physicality into his teaching methods. He works with individuals of all levels of Pilates training and can modify sessions accordingly in order to give his clients the best possible experiences.

His years as a dancer also give him insight into the workings of the body, and in his free time he enjoys spending time in nature with his daughters, riding his motorcycle, and learning about new developments by taking various workshops and courses in order to expand his knowledge base and bring a greater understanding to his clients at Nice & Tall Pilates!

Dylan

Pilates Instructor & Studio Administrator

Dylan originally came to the practice of Pilates through her mother, who trained at Kinected NYC (formerly The Kane School). After graduating college with a degree in Theater and Studio Art, Dylan joined her mother in running their Pilates Studio in 2014 (by then in Tucson, Arizona), first as her business manager and eventually as her apprentice.

In 2016, Dylan became a PMA Nationally Certified Pilates Teacher and has been teaching ever since! Throughout this journey, Dylan has become deeply fascinated with movement and anatomy and takes great joy in empowering others to feel strong, embodied, and capable. She strives to create a safe and clear learning environment for new and experienced movers alike to become more skilled & thoughtful in the things they love to do! She has experience working with hypermobility, pregnancy, hip-replacement prep & post-surgery, and chronic pain, among other conditions.

When she’s not teaching, you will find Dylan performing in film and on stages around town. Her other activities include experimenting in the kitchen, weight training, yoga, and speaking German. After spending several years living in southern Germany, she’s recently returned to NYC and is thrilled to be teaching in the original home of Pilates.

Chrissy

Pilates Instructor

Chrissy is originally from Pennsylvania, where she started her participation in gymnastics and dance at the age of 5. She actively pursued dancing and by the age of 15 moved to NYC to study at the School of American Ballet. This lead to the start of her professional career as a dancer in the world renowned New York City Ballet for 8 years. Throughout her dance career she suffered from injuries which taught her how to rehab by using Pilates and other strength and conditioning techniques.

She is certified in the Pilates apparatus from Body Arts and Science and was mentored by Marika Molnar, the physical therapist for the New York City Ballet and American Ballet Theater.

In addition to Pilates, Chrissy has taught barre, TRX, and kettlebells for many private studios across New York including Refine and Bodyfit in Scarsdale.

In her free time, she likes taking beach vacations and walking her 2 dogs.

Vera Paganin

Apprentice Pilates Instructor

Vera Paganin, originally from Milan, Italy, relocated to New York City in 2013 to pursue her studies at the Martha Graham School of Contemporary Dance. Since then, she has built a professional dance career, performing and teaching across the New York tri-state area, the Midwest, Italy, and the Netherlands.

Vera began her Pilates journey at the age of 12 after being diagnosed with scoliosis, with weekly sessions playing a pivotal role in launching her dance career. Currently, she is a Polestar Pilates Apprentice. In addition, Vera is a certified GYROTONIC® trainer, and holds a Level 1 and Application for Dancers Program 1 certification.

When not in the studio, Vera performs in South Brooklyn with a Folk Dance ensemble, and likes to spend time taking walks, reading books, and cuddling her cats.

Passionate about movement, Vera finds joy in her practice, reflecting her dedication to holistic well-being and artistic growth.

Eduardo

Massage Therapist

Eduardo Colon has been practicing integrative bodywork since 1998. His belief in the power of touch therapy stems from his own experiences and his success with clients.

Eduardo is a licensed massage therapist and structural integrator in New York and New Jersey with over 2,300 hours of bodywork education in various disciplines. He specializes in Structural Integration, direct myofascial release, frozen shoulder release, orthopedic manual testing and functional muscle testing. After completing license certifications at the Somerset School of Massage Therapy (1998) and the Academy of Massage Therapy (2006), Eduardo studied directly under Tom Meyers for certification in the 12 Series of Kinesis Myofascial Integration (2011). He completed Advanced Structural Integration training at Anatomy Trains in 2014.

Eduardo’s passions and hobbies help him maintain an active lifestyle through weight training, calisthenics, running, pilates and travel, spending free time to study his craft further.

Mila

Pilates Instructor

Mila is a Polestar Pilates Certified Pilates Instructor. She believes movement is the best therapy and the most powerful tool. Mila approaches Pilates not just as physical activity, but a type of movement that helps to develop body, mind, and spirit in complete coordination with each other.

She’s passionate about helping her clients gain the knowledge and provide positive movement experience to make them feel better and optimize their physical longevity.