Classical lineage. Disciplined instruction.
At the heart of Évara Pilates is a deep commitment to authentic Classical Pilates.
Daja Green has completed her 600-hour Comprehensive Certification through the prestigious Real Pilates Teacher Training Program, founded by internationally respected instructor Alycea Ungaro.
Real Pilates is known for its rigorous, lineage-based training and its unwavering commitment to preserving the original work of Joseph Pilates. Through this distinguished program, Daja is trained in the full classical system — including the precise order, apparatus repertoire, transitions, and traditional methodology without contemporary modification.
As a third-generation Classical Pilates instructor, Daja’s lineage traces directly back to the source of the method. Alycea Ungaro was trained by a direct protégé of Joseph Pilates, placing Daja within a lineage that connects directly back to the origin of the work.
This generational connection reflects more than technical precision. It represents a responsibility to uphold the integrity, discipline, and original intentions of the Pilates system.
The Classical Method
Daja teaches the Pilates method strictly in its classical form, honoring the original order, apparatus system, and traditional transitions without alteration.
Every session is structured, progressive, and intentional.
Rather than trend-driven movement or high-intensity variation, classical Pilates follows a deliberate sequence designed to strengthen the “powerhouse” — the deep abdominal system, back, and hips that support the entire body.
The result is:
Strength developed with control
Improved alignment and posture
Balanced muscular development
Lasting structural support
Precision is prioritized over speed. Quality over quantity.
The Apparatus
Évara Pilates offers instruction on both the classical mat and the Pilates reformer — two foundational components of the classical apparatus system developed by Joseph Pilates.
Mat work develops deep core strength, body awareness, and movement control through the original classical sequence performed on the floor. It is the foundation of the Pilates method and the starting point for all classical work.
Reformer instruction builds upon that foundation — adding resistance, range of motion, and progressive challenge through the springs and carriage of the classical reformer. Private reformer sessions at Évara Pilates are conducted one-on-one, ensuring each client receives focused, individualized instruction throughout every session.
Together, mat and reformer work form a complete classical Pilates practice rooted in the original method.
A Personal Foundation
Daja’s path to Pilates is deeply personal.
After a car accident in 2023 left her with lingering back pain despite more than a year of physical therapy, classical Pilates became transformative. Through consistent, structured training, she experienced significant pain reduction, increased strength, and improved alignment.
That experience informs her teaching today.
Her work is grounded in the belief that strength is not simply built — it is restored with discipline and intelligent progression.
Experience & Specialization
Daja has experience teaching:
Beginners establishing foundational strength
Athletes refining performance and control
Older adults seeking improved mobility and balance
Clients recovering from injury
Her specialty lies in developing deep core strength and relieving everyday physical discomfort through precise, disciplined movement.
Sessions are challenging yet supportive, structured yet energizing.
Above all, Évara Pilates is designed to be a refined, welcoming environment where strength, alignment, and community coexist.
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Strength, alignment, and precision - taught in the original classical tradition.
