Katherine Shapiro

Katherine Shapiro holds a BFA in Dance from SUNY Purchase and brings over 25 years of experience as a senior yoga teacher and master Pilates instructor. Her work is rooted in anatomical precision, somatic intelligence, and a deep commitment to personalized, lifelong movement.

She has completed advanced yoga training through ISHTA, Yoga Shanti, and Yoga Works, and studied classical Pilates directly under Romana Kryzanowska at the original Pilates studio. Katherine was one of the first Power Pilates instructors and served as a senior teacher at Yoga Works. She currently teaches for Hospital for Special Surgery, Pilates House in NYC, and One Ocean Yoga — now located in Water Mill — where she has taught yoga for over 20 years.

Known for her clarity, compassion, and finely tuned eye, Katherine offers movement sessions that support strength, balance, and longevity for adults of all ages and abilities.



Katherine Shapiro instructs the following:
  • Virtual Level 1-2
  • Building from a familiarity with all Level 1, the basic asana and principles, including inverted positions and backbends. More challenging asana are added and a deeper level of understanding of the practice is conveyed.
     
    LiveStream Students please have:
    (Or similar household items)
    • 1 Mat
    • 2 Blocks
    • 2 Blankets
    • 1 strap

  • Early Risers Sweet and Sweaty Flow