Rosi Landau
Rosi (she/her) is deeply fascinated by human movement. An avid athlete, she enjoys running, swimming, cycling, tennis, volleyball, rock climbing, and weightlifting. Her personal athletic achievements include completing the Boston and New York City marathons, as well as two full Ironman triathlons.
She discovered Pilates in 2005 while seeking relief from a back spasm. Impressed by its healing capabilities, she earned her first Pilates Equipment and Mat Certification in 2007 at The Moving Body in Woodstock, NY. This training was rooted in the Kane School approach, which integrates classic Pilates principles with a modern, clinical perspective of the body. During her time at The Moving Body, Rosi also discovered the GYROTONIC® method, seeing it as a natural evolution in her study of movement. She completed her GYROTONIC® certification in 2008 and subsequently became certified in the GYROKINESIS® method, along with all specialized GYROTONIC® equipment.
Committed to continuous learning, Rosi has completed several advanced specialized certifications:
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2018: Pilates for Neuromuscular Conditions with Meghan Koppele
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2019: Second Pilates Certification at Kinected in New York City
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2025: Buff Bones® Certification with Rebekah Rotstein in New York City
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2026: The Madeline Black Method Certification
Over the years, she has had the privilege of studying under renowned educators, including Irene Dowd, Kelly Kane, Allan Herman, Debra Goodman, Eric Franklin, and Nancy Myers.
Her extensive training and deep knowledge of biomechanics allow her to work effectively with clients of all ages, backgrounds, and abilities. Rosi opened her own studio in 2010 and has been teaching in the beautiful town of Rosendale, NY, in the Hudson Valley for over 15 years. She loves sharing her enthusiasm for anatomy and physical education—guiding her clients toward their full physical potential while helping them gain greater strength, flexibility, mobility, independence, and movement autonomy.
In 2010, Rosibel Landau followed her heart and opened a Pilates studio in the charming village of Rosendale, NY, inspired by her deep love for movement and a desire to share it with the Hudson Valley community. A few years later, in 2013, her sister Magda Toro joined her on this journey, turning Rosi’s dream into a shared mission rooted in care, connection, and wellness. In 2025, their vision continued to grow as they opened a second studio in New Paltz, NY.
Our Story
Our Studios
Ulster Pilates offers two beautiful locations in Ulster Country –Rosendale and New Paltz, New York. We offer the Pilates and GYROTONIC® methods in both individual and group classes. Our Pilates program is based on the precepts of the Kane School for Core Integration which combines the classic principles of Pilates with a modern, clinical perspective of the body and Ellie Herman Studios in New York. We emphasize correct biomechanics in our approach to strength training to build a solid foundation that will help you with your daily activities in the years to come. At Ulster Pilates, sessions are tailored to the needs of the client and our staffs’ expertise will guarantee you with the best movement and exercise experience. Whether you are an elite athlete, a person seeking help for a chronic injury, or simply seeking to stay in the best shape possible, we have the skills to put you on the road to achieving your personal best. Our studios are fully equipped with Balanced Body Equipment.
Magda Toro
Magda holds a Bachelor's degree in Medical Science and has served as Clinical Education Coordinator at Dutchess Community College in Poughkeepsie, NY, since 2010. Before teaching Pilates, she worked as a Hematology professor at the college, bringing a strong foundation in anatomy and physiology to her teaching.
Magda completed her Pilates teacher training at Ellie Herman Studios in Brooklyn, NY, and has been teaching at Ulster Pilates in Rosendale and New Paltz, NY, since 2013. To deepen her expertise, she went on to complete the Teacher Training Bridge Program at the Kinected Center in NYC, rooted in the Kane School's principles—a program designed to cultivate advanced instructors with a thorough command of anatomy, biomechanics, and injury prevention.
Magda has further expanded her knowledge through FAMI One and FAMI Two (Functional Anatomy for Movement and Injuries) through Kinected, studying under world-renowned anatomists Dr. Jeffrey Laitman, PhD, and Dr. Joy Reidenberg, PhD. The program offers an in-depth anatomical exploration of the back, upper extremity, lower extremity, and pelvic floor, giving movement professionals a deeper, evidence-based understanding of the body's structure and function. She has also completed a variety of masterclasses and workshops.
Magda lives an active life herself—hiking, playing tennis, paddle- boarding, and dancing—and brings that same enthusiasm for movement into the studios. She finds the greatest fulfillment in building real relationships with her clients and being part of their journey toward moving with more body awareness, strength, and confidence.
Our Teachers
Anneliese Mordhorst
Anneliese Mordhorst, RSMT has over 15 years of experience as an instructor and guide in many forms of movement. She is an instructor of Pilates and TRX, and a Registered Somatic Movement Therapy practitioner. Anneliese's clients are seniors, athletes, dancers, teens, adults pre and post surgery, mothers needing pregnancy and postpartum support, and more. She blends a contemporary Pilates style on apparatus and mat, with somatic movement methods and the growing knowledge of fitness and movement science. Anneliese welcomes students of all genders and levels of ability to her classes.
In her free time, Anneliese enjoys outdoor activities in the stunning landscape of the Hudson Valley. She has a life long love of dance, and practices Authentic Movement and Contact Improvisation.
Chris Black
Chris Black (she/her) has taught Pilates for 25 years. She was certified by Ellie Herman, did additional rehabilitation training with Lizz Roman, and has continued her ongoing education with Eric Franklin and Thomas Myers among others. She has extensive experience with injury rehabilitation, sports specific training, pre and post natal training, and general fitness. She approaches her teaching with humor and joy.
In addition to her Pilates work, Chris is an award winning choreographer and performer.
“Chris has been the first person to give me a feeling of control over how my body feels each day. From the very first lesson, she inspired trust and confidence in her approach. She has a deep understanding of body mechanics, but never gets ahead of what my body is able to do. There’s no such thing as a panacea for back problems, but if you’re willing to put in the work, Chris is the closest thing to it.” – Unsu Lee, Bay Area filmmaker
