At re:ab we are committed to teaching in a safe and supportive environment. Our instructors are experienced in providing modifications or progressions to suit your ability and needs. At re:ab we want pilates to be something your mind and body can't be without. Our pilates team are passionate about pilates; we want you to love it as much as we do.
Experienced instructors
Friendly atmosphere
Small class size
Variety of props to enhance workout
Creative and challenging exercises to suit all levels
Equipment studio sessions to focus on specific goals
Jane is a certified pilates instructor with Body Control UK and Polestar International; she also holds a Total Barre Instructor and Spinning® Instructor Certification. As Head of Pilates at re:ab she runs inservice sessions with the pilates team and regularly attends courses and workshops to keep at the forefront of trends and developments in the pilates sector.
Whether your goal is improved strength and tone, elevating your sports performance or giving yourself a physical and mental "deep breath" for an hour a week, teaming up with a personal trainer brings the focus back to you.
Debbie is a qualified Physiotherapist, Clinical Pilates Instructor and Breathing Educator, loving the integration for rehabilitation and conditioning. She has a postgraduate diploma in physiotherapy and acupuncture.
With over 15 years of international teaching experience, what I love about Pilates is its ability to help people make the most of their lives - both physically & mentally. Whether you're sitting at a desk, running around after a toddler at home or
Rachael graduated from AUT with a Bachelor of Health Science in Physiotherapy. She has particular interest in postural patterning, spine pain, hip dysfunction and mobility focused rehab.
Sue has always had an interest in Health and Fitness and has taught aerobics for many years. She is enjoying working in a caring and positive environment. She is passionate about helping others whether they are clients or staff.
Amanda has been teaching pilates for more than 20years. She was trained in the UK and taught for over 5 years in London, working with the teacher training studios of Body Control Pilates UK and Pilates BodyEurope. Amanda has also taught in Cape Town where she started developing and teaching pilates training courses before moving back to New Zealand in 2008.
Kirsty graduated in Physiotherapy from Queen Margaret University Edinburgh in 2006. Since qualifying Kirsty gained extensive Physiotherapy experience in the UK.
Pia D’Ambros is Polestar Pilates New Zealand Mat & Reformer trained. Pia is a passionate, experienced Pilates coach that loves making every class different and new.
Elaine is a qualified yoga and Pilates teacher who enjoys teaching classes that combine playful sequencing with mindful movement.
Amy is a qualified reformer pilates instructor who is passionate about sharing her love of pilates and it's benefits with others. She strongly believes in the transformative power of Pilates, and strives to create a supportive and motivating environment for her clients.
Claudia is a qualified Pilates Instructor, Yoga Teacher and Massage Therapist. Claudia gained her initial pilates qualification with BASI Pilates and, being a Yoga teacher already, it supported her in improving the quality of the pilates classes she teaches.
Pilates is a fitness system developed by Joseph Pilates, after whom it is named. Pilates focuses on engaging your core and mobilising your spine; exercises coordinate breath with movement, the aim is to move with control whilst having a strong and stable centre.
Whilst the pilates principles apply to mat as well as reformer; the reformer is quite different and it's worth joining a Beginners’ Class or having a private session to help you get familiar with the equipment.
Both styles of exercise focus on breath and a strong mind body connection; both styles encourage length and strength. Generally yoga is a series of held positions, whilst pilates uses movement and exercises.
This depends on the nature of your injury and any contraindications. Please call reception and we can help find the most suitable level class for you.
A rough guide is 5 Beginners’ Classes... but you should always talk to your instructor about this. Some clients need less time, some prefer the pace of Beginners and want to stay in those classes for longer. Beginners’ Classes are there to help you familiarise yourself with the pilates principles, the repertoire and how to safely use equipment and small props. We do have two specific packages designed for the total beginner;
New to Pilates Package 1- 5 sessions + a pair of grippy socks, New to Pilates Package 2 - 5 sessions + a physio/pilates assessment to improve your technique.
We recommend that you wear pilates socks during your class. They have grippy pads on the sole which keep you safe as well as being more hygenic.
It's best to talk to us about where you have taken classes and for how long. As a rough guide; we are happy to take clients who have been regularly practicing mat and reformer pilates (at least 6 months) and are injury free, into one of our general level classes. It's always good to come along to a Beginners Class first to get used to the studio if you can; but we appreciate that class times don't always suit.
You just need a mat and a clear space. Some workouts specify small props; a roller, a theraband, light weights... all these can be purchased via our online shop, but none are essential to starting our online workouts.
