After leaving Ukraine with her family, Iryna started teaching Pilates in Bern. Christiane was one of her first students. As the former owner of two Pilates studios, it was Iryna’s dream to create a new studio in Bern that was innovative and offered the highest quality of teaching. Iryna and Christiane quickly developed a common vision for how they could work together to make this dream a reality.

Eine Frau sitzt vor zwei großen, stilisierten Blumenbildern in einer Kunstgalerie.

Iryna Kurhina, Co-founder, responsible for teaching, quality and further developement of the studio

Frau in grauem Blazer sitzt in einem Kunstmuseum mit zwei großformatigen Pflanzenfotos an den Wänden.

Christiane Bohni, Co-founder, responsible for administration, finance and entrepreneurial issues.

Eine lächelnde Frau in einem grauen Blazer steht vor einem Gemälde einer pinken Blüte an einer weißen Wand.

My work at Kalyna Pilates Studios is based mainly on the following experiences:

  • Formation as a Businesswoman und Lawyer

  • Co-owner and longterm CEO of a midsize enterprise

  • Practicing Pilates for more than 20 years

  • Lifetime interest in sports activities like running, swimming, hiking, biking and cross-country skiing

Lächelnde Frau mit braunen Haaren in einem beige Blazer vor einem abstrakten Kunstwerk mit großer pinker Blume

My work at Kalyna Pilates Studio is based on my 20 years of experience:

  • Being a fitness specialist (from a basic group trainer to the manager of a fitness department)

  • Having received certifications from progressive international Pilates schools and healthcare institutions

  • Co-founding two Pilates studio projects in Ukraine

  • Achieving results with more than 100 private clients

  • Attending seminars and events to upgrade my professional skills every year