Charlyn Huss d'Anconia is the owner and artistic director of Playhouse Pilates - "Body Smarts and Performing Arts."
Charlyn received her Pilates training with Rael Isakowitz at Body Arts & Science International (BASI) Pilates in 1998, but she became a student of Pilates in 1988. And, her teaching of Movement for Actors began in the early 90's after training with Anne Konrath of LAMDA. She has participated in workshops and training with such master teachers as Mary Bowen, Lolita San Miguel, Kathy Grant, Marie-Jose Blom-Lawrence, Ilana Parker, Ron Fletcher, Alan Herdman, among others.
Charlyn is a PMA Gold, Physical Mind Institute, MBT Academy, Yamuna Body Rolling and BalleCore Certified Instructor, as well as a Certifying Instructor and the West Coast Representative for BalleCore, LLC. She developed and taught Pilates for Performing Artists at such venues as Claremont University and the Los Angeles Conservatory.
A classically trained actress at the London Academy of Music and Dramatic Art, alumna of the Pasadena Playhouse and the Groundlings School in Los Angeles, as well as a teacher of the Michael Chekhov Technique (certifying and training with Lisa Dalton, Wil Kilroy and the late Mala Powers), and she holds a bachelor’s degree in Psychology and a master’s degree in Theatre and Film. In theatre, she has performed internationally in Paris and London's West End as well as regionally including the Santa Monica Playhouse, The Huntington Museum Gardens and at the Fremont Centre Theatre (!), in addition to her commercial, film, television and voice over work.
Charlyn also studied at the Sorbonne and lived, acted, produced and worked in Paris and traveled throughout Europe and Asia for more than four years. She has worked as a French translator and writer and has had articles published on the web and in psychological as well as popular journals on the subjects of art, travel, wine, food, ergonomics, balance, yoga, dance and Pilates.
With over 10 years experience in rehabilitative Pilates and Movement Re-education, Charlyn has worked in such clinics as Core Conditioning Physical Therapy/Pilates (where she was Director of Group Programs) and Beverly Hills Physical Therapy Specialists, Inc. She has also taught extensively in local studios such as Swerve, Nickelodeon, ABC Studios, the L.A. Athletic Club, and has been a national conference presenter at the Pilates Method Alliance.
As a Movement Stylist, her client list includes Proctor & Gamble, Suntory, and Dinky Toys and she has worked with talented performers such as Lucy Liu, Marla Sokoloff, Melinda McGraw and Teri Hatcher. Charlyn developed a unique form of HydroTone Pilates, is the co-creator of Walk-n-Roll Pilates and her background includes dance training, Alexander Technique, Feldenkrais, CranioSacral Therapy, applied kinesiology, swim instruction and yoga. She continues working as a professional actress and voice over artist, living with her husband in Pasadena, California. charlynhd@gmail.com
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As featured in Pasadena Magazine!
Playhouse Pilates is a Boutique studio offering instruction in a charming and sophisticated setting. There are no more than two instructors working at a time with clients on the state of the art equipment. Our separate group space is open and airy yet intimate with never more than 8 people for fitness classes. This makes for a relaxing and peaceful environment in which to refresh and focus body and mind. Private Parties and on-site Private and Semi-Private/Small Group sessions can also be arranged. Gift Certificates can be made for any package, class or workshop you choose and they're available year-round! Introductory/Starter Packages**
4 Privates + 1 Group Class= $250.00 (Save $30.00)
**For first-time clients only...
You don't have to be a bride to take advantage or our offer!
EXTENDED Holiday Savings!
10-20 Privates= $55.00 each
10 for $550.00 (a $100.00 savings!)
20 for $1100.00 (a $200.00 savings!)
EXTENDED! Through January 31st only. Limit One Package per person, first time or current clients -
Great for Gift Certificates!
Gift Certificates did very well this Holiday Season, so we decided to extend the Joy!! Why not?
Thank you all for being such wonderful clients in 2008!
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Regular Pricing for Private Pilates, BalleCore or Yamuna Body Rolling Sessions:
The Private session is a one-to-one session in a shared studio environment.
Package Value *Total
Single (4x) $65.00 each $ 65.00 ($260.00)
Five or more $60 each $300.00 (Save $25)
Ten $60 each $600.00 (Save $50)
Twenty $60 each $1,200.00 (Save $100)
There are Student Discounts available with valid I.D. and also be sure to check local Pasadena and South Pasadena newspapers for discounts and specials!
*Please note that payments by PayPal or credit card are subject to a 3% charge.
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Pricing for Semi-Private Pilates, BalleCore or Yamuna Body Rolling Sessions:
The Semi-Private session includes one instructor and two individuals with compatible skill levels, who have been evaluated by one of our instructors in at least one private session to determine their level of experience and compatibility. This type of session is not recommended for injury related special needs.
Single $ 45.00 each
Five $ 200.00 ($40.00 each)
Ten $ 400.00
Holiday Special - $134.00 - online
Purchase until December 1, 2008!
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Body Smart Group Sessions: Pilates, BalleCore and Yamuna Body Rolling Classes
The group setting at Playhouse Pilates offers very small classes. Classes will be between 4 and 8 people. There will be an interactive on-line reservation system and cancellation notification for individuals registered for specific classes. For now reservations are required by phone: (626) 371-0000
NEW! First Class is FREE! Reservation is required.
Single $20.00
Four ($18 each) $72.00
Eight (or more $15 each) $120.00
Ten $150.00
Twenty $300.00
Group sessions can also be created by you by choosing a class from our program of classes and gathering a group of friends or colleagues together (4 minimum/8 maximum) to coordinate a time with one of our instructors.
Group Classes - Current Schedule!
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Performing Arts
Private, Semi-Private and small Group acting classes in a completely imagination based technique that will apply to on-camera or stage work (including classical Shakespearean). Instructor: Charlyn Huss d'Anconia
This work is a fresh approach to awakening the Ideal Artistic Center within you! Prerequisite reading suggestion: On The Technique of Acting, by Michael Chekhov (forward by Mala Powers)
Private/semi-Private (up to 3 people): $75.00 per hour lesson
Prepaid Group Rate (4 or more): $50 per hour each/minimum 5 lessons. There are Five Foundation Classes in the Chekhov Technique to get you going!
"Michael Chekhov made me realize that truth as naturalism was far from the truth. In him I witnessed exciting theatrical form with no loss of content, and I know I wanted that too."
Sanford Meisner "Michael Chekhov stressed the use of the 'Imagination' rather than the actor's personal history, characteristics and psychology. Anyone who believes there is more than one way to develop a role, anyone looking for a valuable alternative to 'Method Acting' may find something extremely provocative and significant in Chekhov's approach."
The Drama Review 1983
Massachusetts Institute of Technology Please contact us with any questions or to schedule an event! (626) 371-0000 playhousepilates@gmail.com Current Summer Workshop Schedule!
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