Winter Park Pilates, established in 2023 by Meghan Juras, is dedicated to providing exceptional Classical Pilates training to individuals of all backgrounds, regardless of their age, experience, or abilities. We offer private sessions and small group classes on a variety of classical Pilates equipment, including the Reformer and Tower. Our approach is tailored to meet each client’s needs, and our focus on safety ensures a supportive environment.
All of our instructors are Certified Classical Instructors, having spent more than 600 hours training with Master Teachers who worked with Romana Kryzanowska, Joseph Pilates’ protege. This ensures that our clients are learning Pilates in its purest form, as it was meant to be taught.
about us
meet our team
Meghan has over 16 years of experience teaching Pilates locally in Orlando and Winter Park. She was certified as a Comprehensive Classical Pilates Instructor in 2008 by Master Teacher Trainers Brett Howard and David Freeman, who are also Directors of The United States Pilates Association (now Classical Pilates USA). Her Pilates apprenticeship included over 700 hours of intensive training with Brett and David, along with Jennifer O'Mara of The Pilates Loft Orlando, where Meghan worked for 15 years.
Throughout her Pilates career, Meghan has worked with a variety of clientele, including those recovering from knee, hip, neck and back injuries, pre and post-natal clients, NBA and PGA athletes, professional ballet dancers, seniors, and those simply looking to improve their overall health. Also a mother of three young children, Meghan practiced Pilates during and after her pregnancies, giving her first-hand experience and expertise to the needs of a mother’s changing body.
Meghan grew up a dedicated student of ballet in New York, and holds a Bachelor of Arts in Advertising from Boston University. Currently, she is an avid indoor cycling enthusiast and maintains a consistent schedule of spinning, weight training and Pilates to stay in shape.
Meghan opened Winter Park Pilates in 2023, fulfilling her dream to make Classical Pilates Method accessible to all. Shortly after, Winter Park Pilates was invited to be a Host Studio for the worldwide Power Pilates Classical Teacher Training Program. In 2025, Meghan bridged into their program, adding a second certification to her resume, and is currently working towards becoming a Teacher Trainer for this prestigious program.
meghan juras,
owner/instructor
Lori was introduced to Pilates in 2003 after the birth of her first daughter. Not only did Pilates help her balance, posture and flexibility, it also strengthened her core after pregnancy. As an avid half marathon runner (she’s done more than 30!), Pilates gave Lori another outlet for cross training in addition to lifting weights and spinning. She practiced Pilates for 6 years before beginning her Teacher Certification with Power Pilates, based in New York. During her apprenticeship, Lori completed over 600 hours of extensive training with Classical Pilates USA Teacher Trainer Jennifer O’Mara and Stephanie Ellis, Certified Power Pilates Instructor and teacher-trainer from Pilates of Boca in Boca Raton, Florida. In 2009, Lori was certified as a Classical Pilates Instructor.
Throughout Lori's 15 years of teaching Pilates, she has worked with clients with MS, Parkinson's, knee and hip replacements and back and neck injuries. She has worked with professional athletes and dancers, and used her own experiences practicing Pilates during her 3 pregnancies to work with expectant mothers and their recoveries after childbirth.
Lori graduated Cum Laude from Georgia Southern University with a bachelor’s degree in teaching. She prides herself on being a lifelong learner, an enthusiastic teacher and a dedicated wife and mother to her three wonderful children. Lori will be overseeing the apprentices at Winter Park Pilates who are training to become instructors through Power Pilates. In addition, she will begin her journey as a teacher trainer for Power Pilates in this upcoming year.
lori milner,
instructor
Originally from Columbus, Ohio, Samantha grew up training as a classical ballet dancer. Now, as a professional dancer, Samantha is intimately familiar with the importance of cross training and strengthening the body uniformly. Early in her career she suffered a severe lower back injury due to overuse and imbalances. In her search for pain relief, she tried Pilates and after her very first session, she felt a change. She began practicing on a weekly basis and quickly discovered that Pilates was the answer to living pain free and getting her back to dancing, stronger than ever before!
Samantha now feels that everyone should learn the tools needed to maintain their bodies in the healthiest way possible. Inspired by the revolution she had gone through, Samantha decided to become a Pilates teacher so she could empower others with this amazing method of body conditioning. She spent over 600 hours studying under Jennifer O'Mara and Brett Howard, Directors of Classical Pilates USA, and in December of 2017, she became a Certified Classical Pilates Instructor. Most recently, she added the Power Pilates Core Mat 1 (beginner mat) certification to her resume. Sam loves to help others learn how to properly strengthen their bodies so that they too can feel great and perform to the very best of their abilities every day.
samantha deboer, instructor
Christopher is a classically trained Pilates instructor with over 13 years of experience and additional certifications in Yoga, Barre, and Spin. He was certified as a Classical Instructor in 2011 through Peak Pilates under Pam Garcia of Pure Pilates in Massachusetts. He has over 600 hours of training on all of the Pilates apparatus including mat, reformer, tower, chairs, barrels and all auxiliary equipment. Chris lived and taught in Boston and Central Massachusetts for several years before opening his own studio, Worcester Pilates, which he owned and operated until 2018.
In his Pilates and Yoga teaching, Chris has worked with many clients who struggle with persistent aches and pains, have spinal issues such as scoliosis, are dealing with chronic pain such as sciatica, are in rehabilitation for past injuries or recovering from surgeries such as knee and hip replacements. He also has extensive experience working with clients dealing with chronic conditions such as cerebral palsy, multiple sclerosis, diabetes and more.
Christopher moved back home to Florida in 2018 and has been teaching in the Central Florida area at various studios ever since. In his personal life Christopher is a father to his rescue dog, Harley, an anatomy geek, avid reader and book lover, Disney nerd, Francophile, beginner weight lifter, and his favorite color is pink.
christopher roberts, instructor
Jessica first tried Pilates when she was an undergrad in college. After several car accidents, she found that the core strength she gained with Pilates was the only thing that helped resolve her lower back pain. She began practicing the classical Pilates method in 2005, and after 10 years she decided she wanted to share what she had learned and become a Certified Classical Instructor through the United States Pilates Association (now Classical Pilates USA). She spent over 600 hours studying and training under Directors Jennifer O'Mara, David Freeman, and Brett Howard.
Jessica is passionate about health and fitness and enjoys hiking, running, yoga, and many outdoor activities. She loves that Pilates has given her the strength to do all of the things she loves without discomfort.
Jessica earned the degree Master of Liberal Studies from Rollins College in 2014 and also works as a professor of Art History and Humanities. She loves being able to combine her love of teaching with her love of Pilates. She has also worked as a makeup artist for Cirque du Soleil in Orlando and Las Vegas, and currently does make up for the Drawn to Life show in Disney Springs.
jessica hasara, instructor
Svetlana began her Pilates journey more than a decade ago. She was immediately fascinated with how Pilates allows you to discover just what your body can do and how it moves and changes with conscious practice. Over the years, Svetlana has developed a keen appreciation for the art of precise, controlled movement and the harmony of mind and body that represent the Classical Pilates method.
Her passion for Pilates encouraged Svetlana to become a classically certified instructor through Classical Pilates USA (formerly the United States Pilates Association). By Fall of 2023, she had completed over 600 hours studying and training under Master Teachers and co-founders of Classical Pilates USA Jennifer O'Mara and and David Freeman, and Master Teacher and Director of Education for Classical Pilates USA, Brett Howard.
Svetlana is eager to share her love for Pilates and inspire others to bring the perfect balance of strength, flexibility, and stability into their daily lives.
When Svetlana is not practicing Pilates or working at the CPA firm, she moonlights as a Bravoholic. She and her partner Jorge are loving parents to their rescue feline daughter Honey. Her favorite home accessory is the Wunda Chair, and her beloved travel companion is the Magic Circle.
svetlana laznova, instructor
Claire grew up in Winter Park and played sports from an early age. She has always been dedicated to health and fitness. Soon after the birth of her daughter, Claire turned to Classical Pilates to rebuild her core strength. The benefits of Pilates were immediately apparent, and Claire knew that she would be a life-long student.
Claire began Pilates in 2015 when she lived in Nashville. In 2017, she moved to Orlando and began working with Meghan Juras. In 2023, she followed her to Winter Park Pilates, becoming their very first apprentice. After dedicating over 600 hours to practicing, observing, and teaching, Claire achieved her Classical Pilates Instructor certification through Power Pilates in January 2025. Claire's training was shaped by her years of mentorship with studio owner Meghan and extensive instruction with esteemed Power Pilates Teacher Trainers Andree Khaalaf and Christine Nowicki.
Prior to her journey into Pilates, Claire graduated with a B.A. in English from the University of Michigan and earned her law degree from the University of Miami. She practiced law for twelve years in Orlando and Nashville. Six years ago, Claire returned from Nashville, with her husband and daughter, to Winter Park and continued her pilates training with Meghan Juras. In addition to Pilates, Claire is an avid runner and tennis player. She is also a diehard Michigan football fan.
claire thomas, instructor
Emily's passion for movement began at the age of 3 when she started dancing. Through dance, she was introduced to Pilates, which quickly became a transformative practice for her as an athlete.
After completing 700+ hours of training under Master Teacher Trainers Jennifer O'Mara, David Freeman, and Brett Howard—co-founders of Classical Pilates USA—Emily earned her certification as a Classical Pilates Instructor. She has been teaching locally in Orlando since 2022 and continues to deepen her Pilates knowledge, eager to share its transformative benefits with others.
Emily holds a Bachelor of Science in Dance Pedagogy from Oklahoma City University, graduating summa cum laude. She has taught a wide range of dance styles—jazz, ballet, contemporary, tap, and musical theater—to students of all ages. In addition to her teaching, Emily has performed for Universal Studios and SeaWorld and actively contributes to community enrichment through the Orlando Ballet School, sharing the beauty of dance with schools and community centers across Central Florida.
emily davies, instructor
Annie Lewis is a Classical Pilates Instructor and performer from New York City. Originally from upstate New York, Annie studied dance, theater, and voice, and continued her studies at Adelphi University on Long Island, NY where Pilates became an integral part of her schooling. There she worked with renowned dance instructors such as Tricia O’Donnell (Owner of Pilates in Port, NY), Jennifer Kreichman, and Bonnie Heyman. After graduating, Annie danced and worked at The Joffrey Ballet School while receiving her Pilates certification.
Annie received her Classical Pilates Certification through The Pilates Standard by Bob Liekens, who was also instrumental in building the certification programs for both Romana Kryzanowska and later, Power Pilates. Annie’s Teacher Trainer was Gina Papalia, owner of Grasshopper Pilates in NYC, where she continued teaching after completing her certification. With over 600 hours of training, Annie has also worked with incredible Pilates instructors such as Cary Regan, Anna Clark, Phoebe Higgins, and Allison Laundrie.
Annie moved to Orlando in 2024 and started her Pilates journey at The Pilates Loft with Jennifer O’Mara and is excited to continue with Winter Park Pilates!
