ABout Emily

Emily Daskas is a third-generation Classical Pilates and GYROTONIC® instructor with 24 years of dance experience. Born and raised in Orange County, California, and now based in New York City, she comes from a highly competitive dance background, training directly under industry leaders including Shannon Mather, Francisco Gella, Blake McGrath, Sharmila Mitra, and Krista Miller.

Emily was first introduced to Pilates at age 11 through Sharmila Mitra, a professional dancer and master Classical Pilates instructor trained under Romana Kryzanowska, one of Joseph Pilates’ original protégés. Years later, Emily completed her Classical Pilates certification at Core Arts Pilates under Sharmila’s mentorship.


As an instructor, Emily specializes in working with dancers of all ages and levels, from young dancers to professionals. She is passionate about helping dancers understand the “why” and “how” behind their technique, build strength and stability, prevent injury, and develop a healthy, sustainable relationship with movement.

The Em Effect offers online Classical Pilates privates, duets, and semi-private sessions, rooted in Emily’s mission to help dancers grow with strength, clarity, and confidence.