Alycea Ungaro is a renowned Classical Pilates instructor, physical therapist, author, and founder of Real Pilates in New York City. A longtime student of Romana Kryzanowska, Alycea is recognized as one of the leading voices in Classical Pilates and has spent decades helping expand awareness of the original Pilates method worldwide.

After discovering Pilates as a young ballet student, Alycea went on to study directly under Romana Kryzanowska at Drago’s Gym in New York City. She later founded Real Pilates, which has grown into one of the most respected Classical Pilates institutions in the world, with multiple New York City studios and an internationally recognized teacher training program.

Alycea is also a licensed physical therapist and published authority on fitness and wellness. She is the author of several bestselling Pilates books, including Pilates: Body in Motion, The Pilates Promise, and The Pilates Practice Companion. Her work has helped introduce Pilates to a broader audience through books, media, workshops, retreats, and educational programming.

Known for her energetic teaching style and deep commitment to the integrity of the method, Alycea continues to teach and mentor instructors internationally while advocating for authentic Classical Pilates education and professional excellence throughout the industry.