Michael competed nationally and internationally in gymnastics and power tumbling for over fifteen years. During that time, he represented Canada at various competitions, including World Championships and World Cup Events around the globe. His acrobatic beginnings brought him into the world of Cirque du Soleil as an acrobat. During his ten years of performance on tour with this company he was introduced to Pilates. He used Pilates exercises on a regular basis for maintaining core strength, as well as injury prevention and recovery. Now that Michael is back in Montreal, coaching at the head office of Cirque du Soleil, he uses STOTT PILATES Matwork exercises regularly in his conditioning programs that he develops for his acrobats. With further certificates in massage therapy and Yoga, his understanding of body awareness and exercise is extensive.