Barbara Hoon is the founder of Six Degrees Pilates. Barbara began practicing Pilates as a dancer at The Juilliard School, and continued training while performing as an original member of the renowned company, Twyla Tharp Dance. She also performed in several Broadway shows including Singin’ in the Rain, Jerome Robbins’ Broadway, and national tours of West Side Story, as well as films and television. Barbara continued her formal training of the work with renowned NYC Pilates instructor Patrick Strong, along with Kathryn Ross-Nash. 

Barbara attributes Pilates to preventing any injuries and maintaining her physical and mental strength during her many years as a dancer.

Barbara believes that everyone has the ability to find more strength, flexibility, and confidence through Pilates, regardless of age or physical condition.