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Kate Thompson is a Term Associate in the Department of Physical Education at Barnard College, where she has been teaching since joining as an adjunct faculty member in 2017. Her academic work centers on movement-based disciplines, particularly Pilates and yoga, informed by her background as a professional dancer and educator.
Education:
- BA in Dance and Psychology, Muhlenberg College
- MFA in Dance, New York University, Tisch School of the Arts
Her expertise spans Pilates (Mat and Apparatus), yoga instruction, and group fitness, with certifications from Pilates Academy International, National Pilates Certification Program, Yoga Works, and the American Council on Exercise. She is a registered member of the Pilates Method Alliance and CPR/AED certified.
Ms. Thompson teaches courses including Core Strength, Beginning Yoga, and Yoga Sculpt, integrating somatic practices and cross-training methodologies into physical education. Her instructional approach is deeply rooted in the synergy between dance, psychology, and mindful movement.
She has been a certified Instructor Trainer since 2011, contributing to professional development in the Pilates community. Though no scientific awards or publications are listed, her professional certifications and long-standing teaching role reflect a strong commitment to excellence in movement education.
She advises students through course instruction and mentorship in physical wellness and movement practice, supporting holistic student development at Barnard. She is involved in curriculum delivery within the Physical Education program and promotes fitness education grounded in safety, inclusivity, and anatomical awareness.
Ms. Thompson is associated with the Physical Education instructional team at Barnard College, contributing to a program that emphasizes lifelong wellness and bodily awareness through structured movement practice.
