Emmanuel RamÃrez is a professional dancer and ballet teacher with more than fifteen years of experience. Born and raised in Mexico, he has been living in Chicago for the last four years. He began practicing Pilates fifteen years ago as a way to strengthen and condition his dance technique. He enjoys helping others to learn and feel the benefits of Pilates in their fitness routines and daily activities. Emmanuel completed his Pilates certification with Steven Winterstein of Kinetic Axis, and is a certified Pilates instructor through the National Pilates Certification program.