Lisa Frey

Lisa Frey serves as a Lecturer of Physical Education and Dance at Purchase College, State University of New York, where she teaches classical Pilates to dancers and fitness enthusiasts. Certified through the Art of Control under Simona Cipriani in 2015, she specializes in using Pilates for cross-training to enhance core strength and movement efficiency.

Education

• BA, Boston College

Professional Focus

Her expertise centers on classical Pilates methodology, emphasizing body mechanics and physical well-being through structured movement. Teaching both private clients and group mat classes, she integrates her background in dance to develop programs that improve functional strength and graceful physical expression. Her approach prioritizes practical application over theoretical research, focusing on immediate student outcomes in posture, alignment, and kinetic awareness.

Professional Activities

Ms. Frey maintains active community engagement through the Art of Control (www.artofcontrol.com), where she continues to refine her teaching practice. While her role emphasizes direct instruction rather than academic research, her methodology bridges dance technique and athletic conditioning through evidence-based movement principles.