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Balanced Birch Studio Celebrates 5 Magical Years in North Amherst's Mill District

North Amherst, MA — Balanced Birch Studio is celebrating five magical years of movement, growth, and community in North Amherst’s Mill District. Founded by Mary Ellen Liacos, the studio was born from a desire to create a career that mirrors both creativity and rigor. After a professional dance career, Liacos discovered a deep love for teaching while working in public schools. That passion found lasting direction through Classical Pilates and GYROTONIC®, which provided the tools and language to support a