Woman in Pilates studio with reformer equipment and exercise props.

  • Owner and main teacher of the Change with Pilates studio since 2017.

  • Deniz came to Pilates through her own body's need. While studying for her second Bachelor's degree in Contemporary Dance—after first completing a degree in Psychology—she was diagnosed with mild scoliosis after months of severe lower back pain. Through regular Pilates practice, she discovered how profoundly the method could support her body, inspiring her to begin her BASI Pilates Comprehensive Teacher Training in 2015, which she completed in 2017.

    Her background in Psychology deeply informs how she teaches. She understands that movement isn't just physical; it's emotional, neurological, and deeply personal. This dual training allows her to read not just bodies, but people—meeting each student where they are with patience and insight.

    Deniz has specialized in working with scoliosis, pre- and postnatal bodies, osteoporosis, and pelvic floor health. She's drawn to the people who need careful, intelligent guidance—those whose bodies have specific stories and require more than generic instruction.

    Her teaching style is focused, attentive, and rooted in a simple belief: exercise should bring joy, not punishment. She creates a calm, balanced atmosphere where challenge meets pleasure, and movement feels rewarding rather than overwhelming. In her classes, you'll experience full-body classical Pilates—strength, stamina, flexibility, balance, and stretching woven together in a thoughtful, natural flow.

    Deniz observes each body with care, offering modifications and guidance so everyone moves safely and effectively. Her goal is to help you discover your hidden strength, build a deeper mind-body connection, and leave class feeling stronger and more grounded.

  • ➢BASI Pilates® :

    -BASI Pilates Comprehensive Teacher Training Course (2015-2017)

    -BASI Pilates Mentor Programme (November 2025)

    -Pilates Through Pregnancy and Beyond (2017)

    -Pilates for Osteoporosis (2019)

    -Enhancing Athletic Performance (2021)

    -Powerhouse of Shoulder (2018)

    -Hip Joint Exploration (2018)

    -Neck Problems (2018)

    -Pilates for Kids (2018)

    -Pilates with Foam Roller (2017)

    -Stretching within Strengthening (2018)

    -Tactile Cueing (2018)

    -Six Pack Pilates (2019)

    -Introduction to F2 System (2024)

    ➢PSSE-Schroth for Scoliosis

    -PSSE-Schroth Basic Online course (2024)

    -PSSE-Schroth Level 1 course (2024)

    -PSSE-Schroth Level 2 course in (2024)

    -PSSE Schroth Masters Course (optional)-July 2025

    ➢Scolio-Pilates Certified by Karena Thek:

    -Module 1 (2021)

    -Module 2 (2021)

    ➢Fit Pelvic Floor Support For Life (6 Week Program) by Tom Waldron Movement Therapy (2024).

    ➢The Aligned Knee by Tom Waldron Movement Therapy (2025).