Alana had been working for Pilates New Plymouth for nearly 3 years and in 2018 took over ownership of the business.
She previously worked as a Pilates Instructor, Personal Trainer and Group Fitness Instructor for 11 Years in Wellington. Alana is trained in Stott Pilates, & is experienced not only in Matwork & Reformer, but also other Pilates equipment, Tower, Stability Chair & Ladder Barrel. She also holds a Bachelor of Sport & Exercise with a major in Exercise Prescription.
Alana has a keen interest in sports & athletic conditioning, so will be specialising in running Athletic conditioning Pilates such as the Advanced Reformer class.
She is very good with rehabilitation exercise, and health & fitness in general. She is passionate about helping clients achieve and surpass their goals!
Alana's Qualifications:
Chris is a passionate promoter of personal health and wellbeing with her main focus on good movement of the body and that's why she fell in love with Pilates! She thrives on the positive influence that Pilates has on her clients and the resulting benefits they get is even more fabulous to see.
She moved to Australia 7 years ago and enjoyed various Pilates and fitness teaching roles at Gwinganna Lifestyle Retreat and multiple Pilates Studios. Chris is really looking forward to reconnecting with Pilates New Plymouth clients and the community as a whole!
Chris's Qualifications:
•STOTT Pilates Intensive Reformer 2018
•Advanced Pilates practice for a decade
•STOTT Pilates Intensive Mat & Props 2026
Kirstin has had some big life and career changes recently, allowing her to shift focus back to her passion for Pilates. Not just participating but teaching and most importantly helping others via Pilates She brings lots of enthusiasm, care and a kind way of supporting you beyond your comfort zone.
•STOTT Pilates Intensive Reformer 2023
•Advanced Pilates practice for a decade
Since completing her Reformer training, Christine has clocked up many mentor/practice teaching hours with Alana, as well as observation. She is trained in STOTT pilates: Reformer, Mat work and Barre. Besides Pilates, Christine is very active, practicing yoga, Qigong, dancing, swimming and skiing.
She is passionate about Pilates as a powerful tool for building strength, mobility, balance and body awareness. She has developed a particular interest in health span, maintaining physical independence, vitality and quality of life as we age.
Christine believes that consistent movement and functional strength play an important role in supporting wellbeing at every stage of life and is keen to share her passion and knowledge.
