Biography

Samantha is a lover of movement and artistic expression.

Her rigorous and professional dance training began at The Chicago Academy for the Arts, under the direction of Randy Duncan.

She continued her dance training at Point Park University in Pittsburgh, PA before she studied abroad through the University of Southern Florida's Dance in Paris Semester Program.

Since graduating Magna Cum Laude with a BFA in Modern Dance, Samantha has studied and performed internationally through various programs at incredible cities such as Seoul, Berlin, Paris, Amsterdam, Moncalvo, Italy, and more. She has choreographed for multiple venues in the Chicagoland area and performed as a company member with Chicago Danztheatre Ensemble and the South Chicago Dance Theatre prior to Covid.

Samantha is a pilates enthusiast; a true motivator for self care and self compassion.

Samantha completed her 500 hr pilates certification, and is currently employed at The Joffrey Ballet Academy, Pilates Central Wellness, and First Ascent Chicago Uptown. Click the Pilates Schedule tab to find the day and location she is teaching. She enjoys teaching a rigorous yet mindful pilates lesson, that incorporates Postural Restoration principals she has learned throughout her PRI certifications. She is also certified as a Prenatal & Postpartum Exercise Specialist. Samantha teaches group lessons in addition to one on one privates with clients. She welcomes all movers of all backgrounds to take a class!

Samantha is a student; motivated to learn and accelerate in her personal and professional fields.

In her pursuit for her doctorate in physical therapy, Samantha is earning her post-bachelors certificate in Pre-Physical Therapy, at Northwestern's School of Professional Studies. She is currently shadowing physical therapist and PRC Donna Byrn at Pilates Central Wellness as a rehabilitation aide.

Samantha is an adventurous soul; always eager to travel to and explore new places.

Some favorite places of hers so far: Acadia National Park, Lake Powell, The Grand Canyon, Berlin, Seoul, St. Kitts, Maui, and of course Chicago.

Some places she's eager to visit: Thailand, Bali, Yosemite National Park, The Pacific Crest Trail, Nordic Region, Brazil, Ecuador, and Argentina.