About
About Founder
Hi, I am Shivani- a busy mother of two and an ex-city worker. Having worked in the city for 12 years, I fully appreciate the toll an office life takes on your body – the human body is not designed to sit for such long periods. When I left my job, I embarked on a strenuous exercise regime to get fitter, but had aches and back related problems.
A visit to the physiotherapist highlighted that these were the result of having a weak core. Upon her recommendation, I took up Pilates and soon found myself hooked on to it as the results were tangible – increased strength, improved posture and a transformation in my body shape.
I continued with my passion for Pilates by attending regular classes but my understanding of Pilates as a discipline really turned on its head when I started training with Body Control. The Body Control method, in particular their highly renowned Matwork Certification course, was the most effective as it had a greater focus on precision of technique and safe teaching methods.
Having added the reformer training to my matwork repertoire ( with small equipment) made it more dynamic and varied. It gave me a wider understanding of the myriad benefits of larger equipment based exercises to help in the rehabilitation process.
Over time and particularly in recent years, I have taken a deeper dive in improving my knowledge of WOMEN’S HEALTH – a topic of personal interest to me. All women will not get pregnant, but all will endure Menopause and its related symptoms. Understanding their debilitating impact on daily life activities has given me an insight into what my clients experience regularly.
Pilates based exercises, coupled with strength and resistance training has given me the tools to help them manage and control further degeneration more effectively, which helps enhance the quality of daily life. Having done specific courses to understand more about Pelvic Floor Dysfunction has been extremely valuable to further advise my clients on learning how a conservative exercise based approach practised regularly can make a tangible difference to their bodies, thus minimising the need for either choosing alternative unwelcome treatment options or carrying on with the suffering in silence.
The quality of my life has changed in so many ways since commencing Pilates –both physically and mentally and I am passionate about sharing this wonderful knowledge with others.
Our Instructors
Meet our expert team of Instructors to help you achieve your goals through Pilates.
Val Vekaria Kos
Instructor
Val is an accomplished mat and reformer Pilates instructor with a passion for helping others improve their health and fitness through mindful movement. Her personal journey and experiences in the healthcare field have contributed to her dedication to promoting optimal health and wellness for individuals of all backgrounds. Val's professional experience spans a variety of settings, including health and fitness centres, community-based organizations, and specialised Pilates studios. Her diverse clientele ranges from gym members and corporate clients to older adults. Val's teaching style emphasizes optimal alignment, rooted in the classical Pilates method while incorporating contemporary biomechanical principles. By focusing on core strength, stability, and spinal health, her aim is to help clients improve their posture and movement patterns, enhancing overall physical and mental well-being. With her expertise in working with people of all ages and ability levels, Val is committed to creating Pilates programs that promote improved tone, stability, mobility, and mental clarity for her clients.
Richard Norrington
Instructor
As a qualified teacher from the Body Control Pilates Academy® since 2013, Richard maintains the highest standards of Pilates instruction while fostering a welcoming atmosphere in every session. He is a qualified and dedicated Pilates instructor holding qualifications (Level 3 Matwork and Reformer 1) from Body Control Pilates Academy® He is here to assist you in starting or continuing your Pilates journey.