A childhood background of competitive gymnastics, swimming and diving prepared Karen for her first introduction to Pilates in 1985 when she was majoring in jazz dance at the Philadelphia University of the Arts.
It was at this time she also trained as a fitness instructor at the renowned London Workout, with Greg Twombly of Creative Instructor Aerobics.
Karen has continued her fitness career with fitness video appearances, professional training in Tai kwon do, nutrition, anatomy, kinesiology and up to the minute teaching methods.
After teaching in health clubs and big programs for over 15 years, Karen is branching out and extending her experience into her own venture, offering clients an individualized approach in attaining their goals in a healthy lifestyle.