Angela Nafie

Pilates Instructor

Angela Nafie graduated in spring 2008 from Chapman University in Orange, California. She received her B.A. in dance, accompanied by formal academic and departmental honors. Her formal dance education extensively explored various movement forms, and foremost, established a strong foundation in ballet and modern techniques. Angela unearthed a connection to Pilates in the midst of her university dance training. Through these years of experience with Pilates, she intuitively found a passion for the body aligning practice. In summer 2008, Angela pursued her professional Pilates teaching certification with Body Arts and Sciences International. She completed her studies to instruct using all the Pilates apparatus equipment, teach the full mat repertoire, and specialize in conditioning for dancers. Presently, she instructs at Newport Academy, Full Potential Pilates, Camarillo Pilates, and Soul At Home. Angela deeply enjoys the Pilates profession, teaching dance and choreographing.