Lady Gaga's Trainer Charges $130 Per Session in Israel
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Pilates instructor Or Kehalon is charging 500 shekels (about $130) for private training sessions in Israel, a price he admits is high. Kehalon, known for training celebrities like Lady Gaga, has built an international business with his "Pilates & Or" method. He plans to return to Israel, potentially judging "Dancing with the Stars" and opening a new studio.
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- Or Kehalon is charging 500 shekels (approx. $130) for private training sessions in Israel.
- Kehalon admitted he would not pay the high price himself but knows his value.
- His celebrity clients include Lady Gaga, Adriana Lima, and Jordana Brewster.
- Kehalon plans to return to Israel and open a large "Pilates & Or" studio.
- He expressed willingness to join the judging panel of "Dancing with the Stars."
Or Kehalon, a Pilates instructor and former winner of the Israeli reality show "Born to Dance," is charging 500 shekels (approximately $130) for private training sessions during his current visit to Israel. Kehalon acknowledged in an interview with Guy Pines that even he would not pay such a high price, stating, "I wouldn't pay it. It's a lot. But I also know what I provide." He explained that the pricing was adapted from his rates in America.
The price is significantly higher than the typical 120-300 shekel range for private Pilates sessions in Tel Aviv. Kehalon, who won "Born to Dance" 20 years ago at age 17, has built an international business around his "Pilates & Or" method, with operations in the United States and Mexico. His celebrity clients include Lady Gaga, Adriana Lima, and Jordana Brewster.
Kehalon emphasized his professional approach with high-profile clients, stating he doesn't let anyone feel superior and his focus is on preparing their bodies for demanding schedules, like Lady Gaga's tour. He also revealed plans to return to Israel and live in Tel Aviv, with his family already exploring real estate options. He aims to split his time between Israel and the US and open a large "Pilates & Or" studio in Israel.
When asked about returning to television, Kehalon expressed enthusiasm for a potential judging role on "Dancing with the Stars." His former mentor, David Dvir, also indicated that Kehalon would be a judge if offered the position.