Dr. Kelly Vara, DPT, NCPT

Pilates instructor and physical therapist and Director of Teacher Training

Kelly received her Doctorate of Physical Therapy from the MGH Institute of Health Professions in Boston, MA and is a board-certified Physical Therapist. Kelly has experience working in inpatient rehabilitation, acute care, and outpatient clinics. She treats a variety of injuries including hip, knee, shoulder, spine, ankle, and polytrauma. Kelly has completed extensive continuing education in orthopedic conditions and management. She is a Level 1 Kinesiotaping specialist.

Kelly was introduced to Pilates for the first time by her sister (also a Pilates instructor!) during her last semester in college. She fell in love with the teachers, atmosphere, movement and mobility, and the Pilates method. She has been dedicated to her own Pilates practice ever since. Kelly is certified by the NCPT and leads the Teacher Training program for PITG.