OUR INSTRUCTORS, THERAPISTS AND TEAM

Kirsi Sabri

Kirsi Sabri, born in Lübeck and living in Berlin since 2002, worked for many years as a physiotherapist and gained experience in many different institutions, working with clients and patients. In 2015 she opened her own studio in Berlin-Charlottenburg, where she works as an osteopath and certified POLESTAR Pilates mastertrainer.

Kirsi Sabri believes that balance and positivity in her pilates and osteopathy practice offer both mental and physical benefits.

• qualified osteopath
• Lecturer at the Osteopathic School Germany (OSD)
• licensed POLESTAR Pilates mastertrainer and instructor
• certified PMA Pilates trainer
• Myofascial Release Therapist according to John F. Barnes
• qualified physiotherapist

Paul

Hi, I’m Paul, with me, you’ll learn to connect breathing, tension, and movement in order to find your way back to a self-determined, pain-free, and active life.
To do this, I rely on manual techniques with the holistic perspective of osteopathy, science-based training methods, and a wide variety of targeted exercises from the world of Joseph Pilates.

My interest in understanding, respecting, and shaping my body with resilience stems from my passion for being able to fully enjoy surf trips and climbing adventures — and in doing so, consciously explore my physical limits. As a surf guide, I was lucky to share this joy of movement for many years with people of all ages in Europe, Indonesia, and Central America.

I’m excited to share this enthusiasm with you at Kirsi Sabri as well. Let’s go!

Maria Portela

Maria was born in Figueira da Foz, a small beach town in the center of Portugal. She has discovered a passion and source of inspiration in several forms of movement, including dance, yoga, acrobatics and boxing. Her desire to understand the art of graceful motion and establish a deeper connection with the body has led her to the practice of Pilates.

She believes that to move consciously allows us to connect with the world within and around us more intentionally. Her vocation as a designer and artist has led her to seek patterns, harmony and efficiency, which she found in the realm of movement.

Maria is looking forward to exploring this powerful movement ethos with you. Together you can work towards improving and correcting posture, learning isolation, control and coordination.

• in training to become a certified BASI Pilates® Comprehensive global trainer
  
• designer and artist

Susanna

Hello, I’m Susanna – to me, Pilates is about taking time for yourself and consciously focusing on your breath and movement. This allows for a deep connection between body and mind. My sessions combine the classic exercises developed by Joseph Pilates with elements of traditional strength training as well as meditation and mindfulness practices. This not only enables a flowing and strengthening full-body workout, but also helps enhance self-awareness and inner calm – aligning with my holistic approach as a psychologist and aspiring fitness trainer.

For me, sport has always been more than just physical improvement – it’s been a way to regulate emotions, reduce stress, and ultimately cultivate greater serenity. Through our Pilates sessions, I hope to share with you this enriching and multi-layered experience of movement. I look forward to seeing you!

Michele

Hi, I’m Michele. I help people reconnect with their bodies through movement, not as a performance, but as a practice of awareness, strength, and adaptability.
With a background in contemporary dance, decades of exploration as a mover, and years of experience as a coach and Rope Flow teacher, I guide others to discover how rotational and counter-rotational movement can build coordination, resilience, and flow.

My work integrates physical training and nutritional consulting, creating space for people to move with more clarity and balance, in their bodies and in their lives.
This isn’t about quick fixes. It’s about paying attention, being curious, and moving with purpose.

Ida

Hello, I’m Ida. Ever since I was a child, I’ve been passionate about all kinds of physical activities. My journey led me from ballet, acrobatics, jazz, and modern dance to becoming a certified Pilates instructor. For me, Pilates is a way to find balance – it fosters inner calm, stability, flexibility, and a sense of overall well-being.

I want to share my passion and motivation with you and help you lead a healthier and more active life. In my classes, I focus on the precise execution of exercises according to Joseph Pilates, targeting specific muscle groups and synchronizing breath with movement.
Together, we’ll work on improving your mobility, enhancing your posture, and preventing or addressing physical limitations. 
I’m really looking forward to seeing you in my classes!

Irina

Hi, I’m Irina. With me, you will build strong foundations for your movement freedom by focusing on core principles.
In my work, I combine Polestar Pilates methods with neuroscience-based approaches to promote pain-free, effective movement.

After my Polestar Pilates training, I was fascinated by neuroscience and how the nervous system and brain influence the body’s movement possibilities.
Since then, I have combined the Polestar Pilates approach with applied neuroscience to create effective movement strategies.

My passion is not only to work with clients, but also to share my knowledge and provide advanced training for physiotherapists in neuro-based rehabilitation to enhance the therapeutic outcomes.
I’m happy to support you on your journey.

Claudia

Claudia has been part of our team since January 2025. With a background in therapy and education, she especially values the variety in her work and the direct contact with clients and patients – and enjoys the occasional connection to her original field.