About us

Enhancing Physical & Mental Wellbeing Through Movement

 At Fleur Wellbeing, we aim to inspire our community to live with vitality, enhancing both physical & mental well-being through movement. As the great Joseph Pilates once said, "Change happens through movement, & movement heals".

Core Values

This is what we’re all about.

Community

Together, we cultivate a sense of belonging and connection, creating a vibrant community that encourages growth, resilience, and personal transformation.

Movement

Through our passion for movement, we inspire and guide our community to embrace an active lifestyle, unlocking the transformative benefits it brings to their overall well-being.

Balance

By promoting mindful practices, self-care, and a holistic approach to health, we empower our community to prioritize balance, allowing them to thrive in all areas of their lives with grace and vitality.

 

Studio Owner & Instructor

Ellesse Hawkins

Ellesse is a multi-talented dancer, Pilates instructor, and ski instructor with a diverse range of training and experience. Born in Newcastle, she began her dance journey at Marie Walton Mahon Dance Academy and later pursued full-time training, earning her HSC in Dance and the prestigious Royal Academy of Dance Solo Seal Award. After training at the Elmhurst School for Dance in the UK, she returned to Australia to complete her Diploma in Dance & Performance.

Ellesse’s passion for Pilates led her to become a certified instructor with the Pilates Institute of Australasia in 2007. At the age of 18, she opened her own Pilates Studio called EllessePilates in Townsville, QLD, where she taught various classes including Pilates, toddler ballet, mum and baby sessions, and specialized Pilates classes for Australian Army soldiers.

In 2012, Ellesse moved to Canada and became a Level 2 Certified ski instructor with the Canadian Ski Instructors Association, working at Whistler Blackcomb ski School. Combining her skills in skiing, dance, and Pilates, she achieved excellent results with her clients. Upon returning to Australia, she took over as the owner of Fleur Wellbeing in 2015, where she expanded her expertise by completing training in yoga instruction, including Pre & Postnatal Yoga, as well as advanced Barre and TRX suspension training. Ellesse is currently a lululemon Ambassador and is passionate about helping inspire her community to reach their full potential through movement and wellbeing.

Outside of her professional pursuits, Ellesse cherishes family time with her husband, son, and beloved puppies. To connect with her and learn more, she can be found on Instagram as @ellesse.hawkins.pilates.

The Fleur Wellbeing Team

Meet our expert team of instructors

  • Instructor

    Liv discovered her passion for Pilates during her own injury recovery and fitness journey. Her aim is to create a warm and welcoming environment where clients feel empowered within their own bodies, helping them acknowledge their individual capabilities and limitations, while always encouraging them to tap into their potential and notice how it translates to their Pilates practice.

    Liv's teaching style centres on a grounded and foundational approach, sprinkled with variety and challenge. It's inspired by many different movement ideas, concepts, and modalities. She believes that "one size fits all" doesn't work, and that it's imperative to find your own relationship with exercise and movement - her classes foster an environment where clients can explore this.

    Alongside her certifications in Anatomy, Mat, and Reformer (Studio Pilates 2020), Liv holds a certificate 3 in group fitness (2023) and is pursuing a certificate 4 in personal training (2024/25).

    Outside the studio, you'll find Liv enjoying a walk along the Merewether to Bar Beach stretch or on a coffee date with a friend (her ultimate love language!).

    ​You can find Liv on instagram as @livaligned_

  • Instructor + Exercise Physiologist

    Emily has grown up with an energetic passion for dance, music, and fitness. Her background in dance stems from RAD ballet training at Newcastle Dance Academy for 15 years as well as training in contemporary, lyrical, jazz, national character & musical theatre. Emily has been involved in many Dance and Music based showcases and musicals in both the Newcastle region and overseas performing in a range of festivals and major events.

    After receiving successful achievements in her HSC in 2018, including nominations for exemplary performance in music & dance, Emily has now moved onto studies at the University of Newcastle. In 2021, Emily completed her Diploma in Pilates through Tensegrity Training and is fully certified in teaching Mat Pilates, Reformer Pilates and other studio equipment. Emily holds a Bachelor degree in Exercise and Sports Science and a Masters degree of Exercise Physiology.

    Emily’s experience and background as a dancer has helped to lead her further into the fitness and Pilates realm, allowing her to build on her knowledge of strength training and the way the body moves. Emily’s qualifications further extend in her holding her Level 1 in Strength and Conditioning which she uses to help plan and structure her lessons to allow clients to gain the most from their classes. Emily wishes to continue to gain expertise and use it to help educate her clients and dancer’s on the benefits strength and conditioning can have on the body and how it can allow advantages for professional careers.

    Emily’s passionate and helpful nature are what have helped her to excel so far in her fitness and Pilates journey. Emily always brings an energetic energy to her classes and identifies the safety of her clients and their needs. Emily can’t wait for you to take part in her classes, she is looking forward to seeing you on the mat!

    ​You can find Emily on instagram as @embodiedstrengthandwellness

  • Instructor + Physiotherapist

    Lauren’s background is in Classical Ballet where she danced professionally for the Queensland Ballet in Brisbane.

    ​Following her dance career she studied and completed a Bachelor of Exercise and Sport Science at Australian Catholic University and a Masters of Physiotherapy at Sydney University. Whilst practicing as a Physiotherapist she completed all levels of Mat and Equipment Pilates training with the Australian Physiotherapy and Pilates Institute. Lauren is also a qualified Vinyasa and Ashtanga Yoga Instructor completing her training in Rishikesh India.

    Lauren has always included Pilates with Physiotherapy and has consistently achieved successful results with her clients. She aims to tailor her classes to the individuals even within a group setting. Lauren loves taking clients through a controlled stabilised class so they can gain a great body to mind connection, however will always include a great work out within.

    ​Lauren has an extensive background in Classical Ballet and other forms of dance. She has been a strong asset to younger and pre-professional dancers through Pilates and Physiotherapy as well as her own experience helping them achieve individual strength and conditioning goals to facilitate their specific dance needs. Lauren runs Move Pure - dance-specific physio, out of Fleur Wellbeing and appointments with Lauren can be made by contacting her directly below via the link button.

    Lauren hopes to welcome you warmly to class and take you through a journey on the Mat or Reformer.

    You can find Lauren on Instagram as @movepure

  • Instructor

    Tandia has a background in Dance, touring professionally around the world when she was 18 years old. By the time Tandia was 23, she had fallen in love with training and fitness. Having worked as a Personal Trainer for several years, Tandia has found a passion for Pilates which allows her to combine her love for technique, movement and training.

    Tandia holds a certificate 4 in Pilates and loves a class with a good burn and a little sweat! She will also run you through quite a spicy BeachBod HIIT Circuit class and fiery Barre class. When she's not training, you will catch Tandia walking, cuddling or filming her 2 gorgeous pups Marshall and pebbles.

  • Instructor

    Eliza, a skilled pastry chef by profession, discovered her passion for the fitness and Pilates industries back in 2020. Since then, she has wholeheartedly dedicated herself to training and nurturing her physical and mental wellbeing. In 2022, Eliza made the decision to embark on the journey of becoming a Pilates instructor, completing her mat and reformer courses by the end of 2023. Additionally, she enrolled in university to pursue studies in nutrition, further solidifying her commitment to health and wellness.

    Eliza eagerly anticipates the day when she can fuse her love for food with her passion for fitness. She finds great fulfillment in being part of the vibrant community at Fleur Wellbeing, where she shares her love for Pilates with her clients. Her preferred classes? The high-intensity HIIT sessions, where she thrives on delivering a fast-paced cardio workout.

  • Instructor

    Pilates was a part of Jacqui’s dance training growing up. She started attending classes with us at Fleur Wellbeing as a client in January 2021 and immediately felt the therapeutic benefits of Pilates. With a background in law, psychology and engineering, Jacqui has diverse experience in the corporate sector and found Pilates and Barre classes to be a wonderful opportunity for self care.

    In 2022, Jacqui completed her Mat and Reformer Pilates Teaching qualifications through Studio Pilates in Melbourne. Jacqui has also since completed her Barre and TRX training.

    Outside of Pilates, Jacqui has an interest in fashion and is the founder of women’s work wear label DRSSD.

  • Instructor

    As a child, Cat grew up dancing, which she absolutely loved and it is that love that has shaped her career in Pilates and Yoga. Cat focuses her teaching approach on wellness and health from the inside out - If you feel good, you look good!

    Cat started university in 2009 studying a Bachelor of Nursing, and as much as she loved the idea and concept of nursing her heart wasn’t in it, so she left uni and started a certificate 3 in fitness which then led her to specialise in Yoga & Pilates. Cat has been teaching since 2012 at various studios and has continued learning and finding new styles and ways to teach and expand her knowledge.

    Cat holds a Diploma in Nutrition and an abundance of teaching qualifications including Cert 3 & 4 in Fitness, 200hr YinYang Hot Power Yoga, Yin Yoga, is a stretch therapist and has also attended several training workshops specific in overcoming ankle, hip and knee pain.

    She has completed training in Yoga Life coaching with Wild Abundant Life, Yoga for athletes, functional movement and mobility, Pre & Post Natal exercise, Advanced Mat work & Reformer Pilates, and Barre Attack training.

    Cat is also a mum of a gorgeous little Boy who she welcomed into the world in 2021.

  • Instructor

    Amie started dancing when she was 7 years old and has always had a passion for dance and performing.

    After having her second baby, she wanted to find a safe place to regain her strength and fitness. She found just the place at Fleur Wellbeing and started out with us as a client, quickly becoming obsessed with Pilates!

    In January 2022, Amie completed her Mat Pilates and Reformer Pilates Instructor training with Barre Body and absolutely loves helping others feel stronger and happier, finding joy through movement - just like she always has. Amie's classes always include plenty of spicy layers and beautiful flows, drawing inspiration from her dancing days.

    When Amie is not in the studio, she loves to spend time with her fiancé and two kids. She is also a passionate "plant Mum" and loves any excuse for a Barre or Pilates class herself!

  • Instructor

    Nicola is an experienced Professional Contemporary Dancer, currently working as an independent dance artist in Newcastle. Nicola has danced both nationally and internationally throughout her career. Starting her Pilates journey young, Nicola wholeheartedly believes in the methodology of Pilates and the restorative impact it can have on everyones body, no matter their background.

    ​Nicola holds her Studio and Rehab Comprehensive qualification through Polestar Pilates Australia. Nicola also holds a Bachelor of Dance Performance and is currently studying a Bachelor in Occupational Therapy, with the goal of integrating movement as a means for therapy to encourage the reconnection of the mind and body.

  • Instructor

    Rachel has a background in many sports such as physical culture, ballroom dancing, gymnastics, swimming, netball and soccer. She is also a mum of two energetic young boys!

    Rachel started practicing Pilates in 2019 and in 2022 decided to take the plunge into becoming a Pilates Instructor; fuelled by her love of movement and the Pilates method. She trained with Breathe Education for both Reformer and Mat Pilates and aspires to continue furthering her studies in both Pilates and Barre.

    Through teaching Rachel loves meeting new people and helping them to move their bodies and inspire them to feel good both inside and out. In a class with Rachel you can expect a bit of spice and heaps of fun - her favourite things to teach are lunge combos, planks and pikes! Ouchie!

    In her spare time you will find Rachel out on bush walks or chilling at the beach spending time with friends and family.

  • Instructor

    Kacey is a fitness Instructor and full-time dog mum to her Frenchie, Crüe.

    Originally from Boston, Kacey moved to Australia in 2016 and has since made Caves Beach her home.

    Kacey loves sharing her energy with others, using movement as a tool to build a deeper connection between mind and body. In addition to Pilates, she also holds a 200 hour Yoga Teacher Certification. ​Her passion for health and wellness runs deep. Her goal is to inspire students to feel empowered, encouraged, and most of all connected to themselves and their community.

    Favourite Exercise: Anything with feet in straps!

  • Instructor

    A born and bred Lake Macquarie girl, Heather studied Ballet until she was 18. She’s worked as a journalist for more than a decade and has specialised in health journalism for the last five years, editing national publications.

    She completed a Diploma of Pilates in 2022 and a Bachelor of Health Science in 2023. Heather currently owns Core Restore Co pelvic floor and core rehab studios located across Sydney and Newcastle. She is passionate about postpartum care and campaigning Government to increase the support and services available to women after birth.

    You can find out more about Core Restore Co by heading to www.corerestore.co

 
  • Social Media + Social Media

    Chelsea comes from a dance background and studied full time dance after finishing school.

    Chelsea's love of dance, pilates, wellness and fitness led her to Fleur Wellbeing where she started as a client (and still attends as a client) before joining the team to run our Social Media in 2021.

    In 2023, Chelsea completed her Mat Pilates Certification and has joined the team as an instructor. Chelsea also holds her Cert IV in Dance Teaching and Management and has been teaching dance for 12 years.

    In her other life, Chelsea manages a youth theatre company and shares her love of theatre with the next generation. She is especially passionate about sharing with her students the tools to be successful and look after their bodies, so pilates creates a perfect link between her two worlds.

    Chelsea loves being part of the Fleur Wellbeing community and is excited to be working with the team on social media and instructing.

 

Visit Our Studio

We are located at 2/5 Library Lane, Charlestown (Behind the Charlestown Library)
Free parking is available in the 2hr Smith Street Car park located outside the studio next to Charlestown Library, in surrounding streets & Charlestown Square shopping centre car park.

Hours
​MON - THURS - 6:15am - 7:30pm
FRI - 6:15am - 6:30pm
SAT + SUN - 7:30am - 10:30am

Contact
PHONE - 0408 385 340
EMAIL - enquiries@fleurwellbeing.com

 

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