Troy began his career in Pilates as a young dancer in NYC. Troy trained under original students of Joe Pilates such as Bruce King, Romanna Kryzanowska, He has also trained under second-generation teachers Jullian Littleford and Alan Herdman. Troy was a pioneer for Pilates in the Midwest opening up his first studio in 1989. He has established three successful studios in the Cleveland area. Troy has taught Pilates for the Hong Kong Academy of Performing Arts, for the Cleveland Indians, Cleveland San Jose Ballet members of the Cleveland Cavs, Cast of Show Boat, and the cast of Phantom of the Opera, and is on Pilates Anytime. Troy is also an international presenter for Pilates presenting in Havana Cuba, Venice Italy, Hong Kong, Lisbon Portugal, London England, and Vancouver BC. Troy is a PMA-certified teacher.