Dania Jamileh

I'm Dani Jamileh, and my teaching journey began nearly two decades ago—long before I ever imagined it would become my life’s work. Nineteen years ago, while I was pregnant, I stepped into my first Pilates training. What started as a way to stay strong and connected during that season of change quickly became the foundation of my entire fitness career. I fell in love with the precision, the alignment, and the empowerment of Mat Pilates, and I’ve been teaching it ever since.

From there, my curiosity and passion for movement continued. I went on to earn certifications in yoga, barre, water fitness, and strength training, building a toolkit that allowed me to support students through every chapter of their lives.

As a fitness and yoga instructor, I’ve always valued alignment and strength, but I was craving something deeper—my original connection to mindfulness. That desire led me to travel across the country, learning from teachers who embodied the values I held close. Many of them have become dear friends and mentors, and they helped me understand that yoga is far more than shapes or aesthetics. It’s a way of being.

Over the years, I’ve had the privilege of teaching students from all walks of life—in my hometown and throughout Central America, Canada, and the Caribbean, thanks to Fitbodies. My classes invite people into awareness, connection, and authenticity. That’s where the real transformation happens.

One of the most meaningful chapters of my career has been partnering with another yoga instructor to create my first retreat business, Prema Vanda Tours. Together, we launched our inaugural yoga retreat in Belize—and this year, we celebrated a huge milestone: we sold out our very first retreat. Building this experience from the ground up and watching a community form around it has been one of the greatest joys of my teaching journey.

• E-RYT® 200 (Experienced Registered Yoga Teacher)

• YACEP® (Yoga Alliance Continuing Education Provider)

• YogaFit® Member

• Certified in: Prenatal, Restorative, Kids, Senior, Chair, Props, Meditation & Mindfulness (YogaFit)

• Yin Yoga Certification (YogaRenew Teacher Training)

• Pilates Certified (Power Pilates)

• Barre Certified (Barre Above)

• CPR Certified (American Heart Association)

• Yoga Alliance Member

• Prema Vanda Tours