Meet Our Team
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Erika discovered and fell in love with Pilates while dealing with chronic back and neck pain associated with scoliosis and a car accident. She found that the controlled movements in Pilates helped her better connect with her body and transformed her overall health allowing her to get back to her regular workouts and activities pain free. A certified STOTT* advanced mat teacher, she is also a certified yoga teacher YTT 300hrs, STOTT* intermediate reformer, Level 4 Total Barre instructor, Pre and Post natal Pilates teacher, creator of RIO Method Barre* now TPBHFX Method Barre (The Pilates Barre Halifax Method Barre) and creator of Barrelesque. She has also taken courses specializing in neck, shoulder and pelvic rehabilitation.
Passionate about teaching people rather than just instructing them, she is a stickler for proper form and pushes people to perform each move to the best of their ability, to feel good in their bodies and move more efficiently through their day. She believes in reprogramming the neuro-messaging in your body in order to heal and prevent future injuries. With her strong awareness of the body, knowledge and expertise in safely moving bodies for over 15 years she has become a trusted name in Pilates and queen of barre in the HRM. "I love helping people build better connections with their bodies" |
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Liseanne completed her Yoga Teacher Training in Tantra Vinyasa at 108 Yoga in Halifax; a style that embodies all aspects of yoga. She is also an RMT and has a 200hr pilates training. Her combined specialized knowledge of anatomy, alignment and yogic philosophy contribute to her in-depth approach to cuing, facilitating safety, and balancing effort and ease in her yoga classes. She maintains a consistent focus on alignment, breath, hands on adjustments and a holistic approach to how yoga can benefit her students. She is a yoga teacher that truly embodies all that is yoga; continual curiosity, a passion to learn and grow, and a willingness to engage in self study, which translates in her teaching and shows up in all of her classes. |
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Emily is a certified STOTT* Pilates Method Certification Candidate 2019, Tower Resistance Training Level 1(2019). She has trained as a peer support counsellor(2019) and holds a trauma informed training certificate(2019). Emily teaches a range of Pilates and Barre classes for the past 3 years. Her classes are well attended, she loves working with beginners, intermediates as well as those with injuries and has instilled an ability to find the challenge while keeping alignment integrity. "I believe the working your body has a direct effect on your mental health, which is why I entered this business. Come to move, and take that good feeling with you. " |
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Flow Meditation
We are Autumn and Jonathan. She is from Nova Scotia. He from British Columbia. We met working together for a company in Vancouver that taught us more than how to sell black stretchy pants. Autumn was the human resources manager, Jonathan the community connector. Guided meditations were a mandatory part of our work schedule and we were pleasantly surprised with how good we felt after quieting our mind. We were more productive at work, more clear in our head, and simply felt happier. Mindfulness + meditation became an integral part of our lives, it opened our hearts and helped us find our truth. Not only did we work well together professionally, our relationship was more than platonic. Undeniably, we fell in love. After giving birth to our daughter in December 2017, we moved back to in May 2018 with the desire to expand upon the health and wellness industry we were apart of in Vancouver. Modern meditation can and should be accessible to everyone, and we feel that mindfulness is an essential part of living a healthy lifestyle. We created a space to do just that and we hope you will come and sit with us. |
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Born and raised in Toronto, Elvira has made her home on the east coast for over 10 years. She has been teaching Pilates and other fitness classes since 2005. Trained in STOTT Pilates: Mat & Reformer and certified in Classical Pilates. Elvira has experience in both traditional and fusion oriented Pilates and enjoys taking the best of all methods in her fitness regime. Additionally, Elvira is certified in Kettlebells from the Agatsu Kettlebell program, and Real Ryder indoor bike training. Elvira’s first Love will always be Pilates. Her experience and knowledge will help you move your body with increased efficiency, where you feel lengthened & stronger. She is grateful to be joining a dynamic team or instructors at Pilates Barre Halifax. |
Dr. Maggie is a Haligonian, Chiropractor and movement enthusiast. From growing up playing sports to cycling across Canada in 2015, Maggie is passionate about movement. Most recently, escalating her 10 years of yoga practice to the next level by achieving a 200-hour Yoga Teacher Training Certification from TAYS. Maggie combines her knowledge of the human body, passion for improving movement & love of yoga to offer a uniquely specific movement based experience. When she is not treating patients or on the “move”, Maggie might be found training the DAL Women’s Ringette team, heading off to Cape Breton with family or hanging around Halifax with friends.
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Sarah is a Registered Massage Therapist with over 20 years experience who co-owns Total Kneads Health & Wellness in the North End of Halifax. She is also a musician with the band Big Fish, and lover of life! Sarah completed her 200hr Yoga Teacher Training in 2008 with Breathing Space Yoga Studio and has been teaching ever since. With a love of all things physical, Sarah has completed her Personal Training Certification, Real Ryder Cycling training, RYTT 200 hour, Yoga for Kids, Prenatal Yoga Certification, Yogassage Certification and plans to take the Barre training with Erika here at The Pilates Barre Halifax. She teaches with mindfulness, strong body awareness, and integrity. No two classes are ever the same. You should expect core work, multidirectional movement, cool tunes and lots of fun.
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