ABOUT INGRID

Ingrid Ciaccia is a multifaceted professional, excelling as a dancer, educator, choreographer, and certified Yoga and Pilates instructor. With a profound passion for movement, she dedicates herself to exploring the intricate relationship between the mind, body, and motion. Ingrid holds a Masters of Fine Arts in Dance from Sarah Lawrence College and a Bachelor of Arts in Dance and German Cultural Studies from Hobart and William Smith Colleges.

Beyond her expertise on the Reformer, Ingrid assumes the roles of Dance Instructor and Director of the Cedar Street Dance Company at Rye Country Day School in Rye, NY. She advocates for the integration of Pilates principles into dance training, technique, and instruction, emphasizing their crucial role in preserving the longevity of the human body.

In the Pilates studio, Ingrid's focus lies in collaborating with clients to enhance their self-awareness through a series of fluid movements synchronized with breath. These exercises aim to strengthen, stretch, stabilize, and improve stamina, contributing to a holistic approach to physical well-being.