What does it take to fight for an entire profession? Meet Maro, a Basi Pilates instructor from Greece who spent 15 years working to get legal recognition for Pilates teachers in her country.In this episode, Maro shares the ups and downs of her mission—battling changing governments, corporate gym interests, and endless bureaucracy.
She explains why official recognition is only half the battle and what still needs to happen for real change in Greece.We also talk about her journey with Basi Pilates, from training with Alan Herdman to becoming senior faculty, and her experiences teaching across Europe, including Poland.
Her advice for teachers? Don't just follow trends. Stay true to the method, build genuine connections with your clients, and remember your values.Her favorite Basi principle? Balance—not because she's nailed it, but because it's her biggest challenge.
A real conversation about dedication, community, and believing in what you teach.
Host: Edyta Morwińska - Pilates Polska
Guest: Maro Stogiannidou - senior faculty BASI Pilates. Prosident of the board in Greek Pilates Association
Editor: Alicja Siarkiewicz - Podcast Producer