ABOUT
A contemporary space for movement and wellbeing. Groove is a place to move, strengthen and reconnect.
Supporting every body through control, alignment and awareness.
Our Story
From a young age, Eirini’s life has been rooted in movement. A dancer, choreographer and certified Pilates instructor, she discovered early how the body and mind connect through disciplined practice and creative expression. Her journey took her across Europe, collaborating with dance and circus companies, operas and theatres, and presenting her choreographic works in major festivals and institutions. Along the way, she developed her own dance teaching method, Articulated Dynamics, which she teaches internationally.
Pilates became a guiding practice, strengthening, aligning and reconnecting the body while cultivating awareness, balance and flow. Eirini has specialized in pre- and postnatal Pilates, rehabilitation and injury recovery, bringing her artistic understanding of movement into every session.
And so Groove Pilates was born in 2024, a space to share this energy with others. The studio is designed as a sanctuary where body, mind and movement come together. Every session, is created to empower participants, improve posture and mobility, build strength, and nurture awareness, no matter the experience or body type.
At Groove Pilates, we don’t stop at the physical benefits. We foster a supportive, inspiring community, where every participant can grow stronger, more confident, and more connected to their body, moving with intention, mindfulness and joy.
Meet Eirini Apostolatou
Our Vision
To create a space where movement is intentional, guided and accessible to everyone, supporting balance, mobility and long-term wellbeing.
A place where people can reconnect with their bodies and feel supported every step of the way.
Meet the Team
Iro Birba
Iro brings precision and grace to the world of movement, with Pilates as her primary path. With a strong foundation in gymnastics and dance, she teaches the body to align, strengthen, and express itself. For Iro, movement is a language – through Pilates, she communicates with the body, transforming exercise into art. Yoga complements her teaching, deepening the connection to breath and inner rhythm. With extensive knowledge, love for people, and ongoing professional development, Iro creates safe and inspiring spaces where every participant – regardless of age or ability – can explore their own way to move, stand, and thrive.
Konstantinos Portokalis
Konstantinos is a graduate of the Department of Physical Education and Sport Science (TEFAA) in Komotini, specializing in swimming coaching. From an early age, he was actively involved in sports and taekwondo, developing a deep passion for movement, discipline, and continuous improvement. His journey into Pilates came naturally, as a way to combine his knowledge of the body with strength training and overall well-being. Konstantinos holds a Pilates diploma and has completed postgraduate studies in Sport Event Management. He approaches every class with professionalism, positive energy, and a dedication to helping each participant achieve their goals safely and enjoyably.
Marilia Fragkouli
Marilia is a Pilates instructor who has collaborated with various gyms across Greece, guiding people of all ages to better understand their bodies through movement, breath and mindfulness. From a young age, she trained in dance, elements she creatively incorporates into her classes to bring flow, grace and expressiveness to every movement. She is a graduate of the department of Physical Education and sport science, specializing in physical training and Pilates and continues to develop her expertise through workshops and training in holistic fitness. Her goal in every class is to provide an experience of calm, strength, and flexibility, benefiting both body and mind, helping participants feel stronger, more balanced and more connected with themselves.