“Sports and movement have always been important in my life since early childhood. Then during my university studies, I had the chance to look into the concept of the Pilates method. And this redefined my experiences and expectations. I realized how many different ways exist to do the same (simple) move. I now try to find the best of these for each individual body through my teachings.”
Eszter is a licenced physiotherapist. She is also comprehensive STOTT Pilates instructor on all apparatus and mat. She teaches in English, French and Hungarian.
If you want to know more, read the interview
How did you get to Luxembourg?
love brought me here…. My partner got a job here, so I decided to move with him.
When did you start practicing Pilates?
I started to practice and teach in 2014. I asked my friend to help me on registration week at the university because I went t ski, did not have internet access. Then she called me: You have to options for optional courses, Pilates in practice or lecture about herbs. It was not a hard choice for me and maybe one of my best decisions ever. After that semester I started the instructor training.
How did you become a Pilates teacher?
As a physiotherapist I loved the concept, basic rules of STOTT Pilates. It gave me numerous options to treat people and to develop myself.
A funny Pilates story from you as a teacher?
The first time when a real ballet dancer came to my class…… The end of the range of her movements always were much further than I expected…..
What is Pilates for you?
Being in the moment, find connection with my body.
If you had to describe Pilates in one word, what would that be?
Consciousness.
What is your favourite Pilates quote?
“Pilates is complete coordination of body, mind and spirit.” Joseph Pilates
If you could do one Pilates move for the rest of your life, what would it be and why?
Open leg rocker – it has it all, flexibility, strength, balance and some fun
Which Pilates exercise challenges you the most?
Half or full hanging on Cadillac
What do you find the most challenging in teaching Pilates?
Sometimes I think I am more patient with my client with they are with themselves.
Pilates with music or no music? Why?
No music. With music it is much harder to focus on ourselves. And unfortunately, my taste of music does not always fit with others.
What makes your soul truly happy?
Hiking in the mountains on a sunny day, or reading my book at home on a rainy day.
Your wildest experience in life?
Two days long hike in Montenegro, Durmitor National Park. During a cold, windy night in a half-ruin house without rooftop…. we slept here because the planned campsite was occupied by cows.
What art do you enjoy doing?
Drawing, playing with colours.
Favourite holidays?
Go to ski in the winter, bike trips in the spring, swimming in Lake Balaton in the summer, or hiking anytime.
What`s one thing most people don`t know about you?
I love reggae music, and I tried to learn Chinese.
Favourite music track?
No favourite, depends on my mood.
What would you say to your younger self in 10 words or less?
Believe in yourself, and do what makes you happy.
If you could live somewhere else now where would that be any why?
The seaside could be closer, but I like it here.
Fun fact?
I cannot stand plush.
