About Us

Rose Krawetz Principal
Stott™ Certified Pilates Trainer                              
Certified Personal Trainer                 

Rose is the proud founder and principal of Studio in balance. Growing up in Trinidad, movement was a part of daily life. Rose started her career in fitness as a Certified Strength Trainer and soon realized that post-rehab training was imperative. Medical Exercise Specialist was next. In 1998, Rose was introduced to Stott Pilates®, became certified to teach Matwork, and eventually full certification. Approaching 25 years in the Fitness industry, she is constantly learning new ways to challenge herself and clients. “My greatest accomplishment has been raising two wonderful sons, one of whom has made a dramatic entry into the world of health and fitness. We continue to pursue holistic lifestyles which emphasize the mind body connection to health and wellness.”

Jordan Strowder – Pilates Instructor

Born and raised in Saint Paul, Minnesota, Jordan Strowder has always had a passion for athletics and physical performance. His love for movement began at an early age through football and AAU basketball, where he quickly discovered that success is built through the hard work done behind the scenes. It was during those formative years that Jordan developed a deep appreciation for training—not only as an athlete, but also as a coach and mentor.

As a young trainer, Jordan found his niche in core strength and SAQ training, helping aspiring athletes set realistic goals, build confidence, and recognize their full potential. He enjoyed guiding others toward success and witnessing the transformation that comes from dedication, discipline, and consistency.

Like many athletes, Jordan eventually experienced the aches and pains that can accompany years of physical activity and a demanding career. During this time, his longtime friend Tony Krawetz introduced him to Pilates. Over the years, Jordan worked with Pilates periodically and experienced firsthand its ability to improve strength, mobility, balance, and overall well-being.

After spending more than 20 years behind a desk in a corporate career, Jordan realized he wanted to pursue a path more aligned with his passion for movement and helping others live healthier lives. He made the decision to transition into Pilates full-time, combining his extensive background in athletic training with the restorative and transformative benefits of Pilates.

Today, Jordan brings a unique perspective to every session, blending athletic performance principles with mindful movement and recovery techniques. His goal is to help clients of all ages and fitness levels move better, feel stronger, and achieve lasting results—whether they are recovering from injury, improving athletic performance, or simply seeking a healthier, more balanced lifestyle.

Jordan believes that true strength comes from consistency, proper movement, and investing in yourself. He is dedicated to creating a welcoming environment where clients feel empowered, supported, and inspired by the goals they accomplish throughout their wellness journey.

Tony Krawetz

Tony was first introduced to Pilates as a high school athlete through stretching techniques taught to him by his mother to improve flexibility for football and basketball. While he initially considered this a supplement to general fitness, he later found it to be an invaluable technique to subside back pain from hours of sitting in the car and at the computer at work. He began taking regular Pilates sessions and saw incredible improvement in his back. Once he saw how Pilates helped change his body, he became fascinated with the art of body movement and started a deeper study of Pilates and Yoga. So impressed with the improvements in his back and overall fitness, Tony found he wanted to share this knowledge with others. Also an avid weight lifter, Tony has found that a fine balance of these techniques has helped him reach fitness goals he never thought possible. He has found true joy in sharing his knowledge of body movement with his clients and loves to help them reach their goals just as his first Pilates instructor, Rose Krawetz, did for him.