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Testimonials
"I have been going to Performance Pilates for two and a half years, and can't recommend the studio highly enough. I was initially attracted to pilates to help manage my OOS, and found it excellent. In the studio classes, I was given a highly personalised programme that prevented further injury, corrected postural imbalances, and developed strength where I needed it. After years of neck and arm pain, I had begun to avoid physical activity. Pilates helped me regain confidence in my body, and after a few months of weekly sessions, I felt ten years younger.
When I got pregnant last year, my pilates programme was adapted to meet my changing needs. Since returning, pilates has helped me regain my strength and fitness - and is also a relaxing time out from my baby that I look forward to every week.
I have found what is important is not just the exercises themselves, but having a highly experienced instructor to ensure you are doing them correctly. Ellena and her staff are knowledgeable, professional and helpful - we are lucky to have such a great studio here in Wellington."
Emma Martin
"I have been doing regular studio classes at Performance Pilates since September 2002 and notice the benefits every day in a much stronger and more supple body. I have worked with Ellena and several of her team and like their friendly encouragement, and also precise and clear instructions about form and movements. I have learnt a lot and gained a lot at Performance Pilates and continue to do so."
Derek Le Dayn
"I came to Performance Pilates because I spend a lot of time working at the computer and was starting to get a few aches and pains. The instructors have so much body knowledge and teach how to correct your posture by gently strengthening areas that are weak. I believe that Pilates has balanced my body. I feel stronger and no longer get aches and pain from poor posture and I can now feel my abs, back and inner thigh muscles working when I need them. I can tell when I've had a good Pilates session because I walk out of class feeling lengthened - I actually feel taller! The most amazing thing for me is that I've found a form of exercise that I love doing and look forward to every class."
Jane, Wellington City
"For someone that sits at a desk for many, many hours of the day, Pilates has been my lifesaver. It is by far the most successful solution that I have found to strengthen and support posture and general well being. I have been working with Ellena for almost two years now and I can confirm that the level of service, her expertise in the field and care for her clients is second to none."
Sharon Breslin, Managing Director, House of Travel Lower Hutt
"In 2003 after I had been to a number of specialists regarding a back
injury
which was not getting better, it was suggested I should try Pilates. I
had several one on one sessions starting from the basics of breathing
properly and moving on to simple exercises. Eventually I progressed to
a group mat class and more specialised studio work.
It was an enormous
surprise to me to learn, after years of gym and aerobic work that my
core
strength was practically non existent and part of my problem was the
overuse of my back. Pilates has enabled me to build up my core strength
over a period of time, to a point where my back problem is now minimal.
I have also learnt about correct posture and the conditions which will
cause
me problems. The core stability and strength which I have gained from
pilates has also benefitted me in the other sports in which I
participate
as well as providing me with much more flexibility, mobility and
balance.
I am so committed to the benefits of Pilates I have incorporated a 20
minute routine into my schedule at the beginning of ever day. Although
there are many "self help" instruction manuals, I have really
benefitted
from attending a studio with qualified instructors so that posture and
progress can be checked. Pilates is like all forms of exercise if it is
done incorrectly it can do more harm than good.
I was told that Pilates would make me taller and I swear some days I actually do feel taller!"
Karen Shepherd
"Pilates is the first form of exercise I have stayed with for more than 6 months. After nearly two years I still find Pilates mentally and physically challenging, something I attribute to the quality of instruction available at Performance Pilates. My strength and flexibility have increased markedly and I feel better than I have in years. The classes at Performance Pilates are always lots of fun and have a calming, yet energising effect."
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