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!

Connect with Emily on instagram @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 Physiotherapy out of Fleur Wellbeing and appointments with Lauren can be made via the Fleur Wellbeing website.

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

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Eliza, a talented pastry chef by trade, discovered her passion for fitness and Pilates in 2020. Since then, she has fully committed herself to nurturing both her physical and mental well-being. Driven by her love for movement, she decided in 2022 to pursue a career as a Pilates instructor, completing her Mat and Reformer training by the end of 2023. To further deepen her commitment to holistic health, Eliza also enrolled in university to study nutrition, laying the foundation for a well-rounded approach to wellness.

Eliza is excited for the day when she can combine her love for food with her passion for fitness, blending both to create a balanced and healthy lifestyle. She finds great joy in being part of the Fleur Wellbeing community, where she shares her enthusiasm for Pilates and supports her clients on their own wellness journeys. Eliza’s favourite classes are the high-energy HIIT sessions, where she thrives on delivering a fast-paced, heart-pumping cardio workout that leaves everyone feeling empowered and invigorated.

Instructor + Admin

Pilates has been a part of Jacqui’s life since her early years as a dancer, where it was integral to her training. After years of honing her dance skills, Jacqui began attending classes at Fleur Wellbeing in January 2021. From her first session, she experienced Pilates’ therapeutic benefits, feeling a profound sense of strength, balance, and mental clarity. This transformative experience sparked her passion for Pilates and her desire to teach.

With a diverse background in law, psychology, and engineering, Jacqui had a successful career in the corporate sector. However, she found Pilates and Barre classes to be a vital outlet for self-care, offering a way to reconnect with her body and mind. This shift led her to pursue a career in fitness.

In 2022, Jacqui completed her Mat and Reformer Pilates Teaching qualifications through Studio Pilates in Melbourne, followed by certifications in Barre and TRX. She is passionate about creating an inclusive, empowering environment where clients can experience the physical and mental benefits of movement.

Outside Pilates, Jacqui is the founder of DRSSD, a women’s workwear label blending style, comfort, and functionality. She believes in helping others feel their best, both through movement and the clothes they wear.

When not teaching, Jacqui enjoys spending time with loved ones, exploring new hobbies, and balancing her creative and professional pursuits. She views Pilates as a tool for strengthening the body and finding harmony in all aspects of life.

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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

Amie’s love for dance began at the age of seven, and she has carried that passion for movement and performance with her throughout her life.

After the birth of her second child, Amie was determined to find a safe, supportive environment to rebuild her strength and fitness. She found just that at Fleur Wellbeing, where she started as a client and quickly became hooked on Pilates.

In January 2022, Amie took the leap and completed her Mat Pilates, Reformer Pilates, and Prenatal Pilates Instructor training with Barre Body. She’s passionate about helping others discover the joy and strength that comes with movement, just as she has. Her classes are known for their energising, spicy layers and graceful flows, often drawing inspiration from her dance background. In 2024, Amie furthered her expertise by completing her Barre training, continually striving to enhance her skills and teaching approach.

When she’s not in the studio, Amie enjoys spending quality time with her fiancé and two children. She’s also a proud “plant mum” and can often be found nurturing her greenery. And, of course, she never misses an opportunity to join a Barre or Pilates class herself!

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Natalie’s love for pilates really grew when she joined the Fleur community as a client in 2022. She loved the way pilates made her feel so confident in her body - So strong! So capable! Being a part of the beautiful Fleur community also made her feel so supported. This had a huge impact on her life and as a result, pilates became an almost daily ritual for her, whether it be on the reformer or on the mat. 

As time went on, Natalie noticed she was coming to classes and asking questions, noticing cues and interactions, and wanting to know more and more. So, in September 2023, Natalie’s passion and curiosity lead her to invest in Barre Body’s reformer and mat pilates instructor courses to further her own practice. 

Once word got out around the studio, this interest developed further as she realised how rewarding it would be to actually teach Pilates at Fleur Wellbeing! Natalie creates her classes to be supportive and to build client’s confidence, providing an environment that reminds them just how strong, capable and worthy they are. 

Whether it’s a gentle Flow class or a strong HIIT or Sculpt class, she hopes to welcome you to an hour of pilates that’s main focus is making you feel good!

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Savanna grew up on her family farm in the country before moving to Newcastle in 2021 to pursue a degree in Environmental Science. While her academic path took her in one direction, Savanna’s heart has always been drawn to dance, and since graduating from university, she has been determined to build a career in the performing arts. Along her journey, Savanna discovered Pilates, and it didn’t take long for her to fall in love with the practice. The immediate physical and mental benefits were undeniable, and she quickly realised she wanted to share her passion with others.

Savanna is especially passionate about creating a safe, inclusive, and empowering space for individuals, particularly those just starting their fitness journeys. She believes in the power of movement to not only transform the body but also build confidence and mental clarity.

When she’s not dancing or teaching Pilates, Savanna enjoys exploring her creative side through various crafts. Whether it’s crochet, painting, or sewing, she loves immersing herself in hands-on projects that allow her to unwind.

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As our youngest and first male instructor, Hayden’s excited to make an impact! Pilates found Hayden when he needed it most. He’d dedicated a great deal to his secondary education and felt lost when the biggest routine of his life disappeared. Hayden eventually found his new routine in Reformer Pilates (through long ignored advice from his chiropractor) which helped him find himself again. Full of pride and inspired by his new vocation, he graduated as a Mat and Reformer instructor from Breathe Education in 2024 and is ready to give people the gift of movement - the best gift he ever received!

The key concept Hayden wishes to promote with his teaching is to “be brave and be kind.” He believes that Pilates can be enhanced by being compassionate to one’s self and non-judgemental of one’s body… but will always endorse a client’s choice to challenge themselves! He’s found that some men have anxieties about beginning Pilates - not because it’s emasculating, but because they don’t want to appear intrusive or invasive when entering a typically feminine space. Hayden’s hope is that he can demolish this stigma and welcome more “tall blokes” like him into our studio all the while encouraging his clients to move fearlessly and joyfully.

Hayden has a background in the performing arts and an insatiable desire to learn. So, when you don’t see him, he’s probably playing Dungeons and Dragons or strategy oriented video games… a fact he is not ashamed of!

Instructor

With over 25 years of experience in Pilates, Dance and Musical Theatre, Faye is astute in understanding the athletic body. As mother of 2 and business owner; she is also equipped to understand the demands of modern life on the body, the psyche and the soul. 

Faye started practising Pilates in South Africa as a teen, when Pilates was a mythical technique exclusive to dancers. Pilates kept her injury free as a touring performing artist around the world for over a decade. It also always gave her a sense of “home” during her travels; from Hong Kong to Sweden and many cities in between. For this reason Faye believes Pilates is the gold standard for bodily maintenance.It is the “automatic update” for the body and mind.

Faye is especially passionate about Pilates for Pregnancy, Postpartum and Menopause as well as myofascial movement techniques during transitional phases of a woman’s life. She specialises in matwork and reformer which is distinguished by her Advanced Diploma of Myofascial Slings Training. 

Pelvic floor and diastasis-recti rehab are key features of her interest and training. Her boutique Pilates studio in Sydney specialised in women’s health and wellbeing. In the 7 years she occupied her studio; she developed a unique and intuitive understanding of movement patterning, injury prevention and dynamic flow. Endeavouring to always be on the front foot of movement science and health research, Faye has always got her nose in white papers, textbooks or detective novels. As a student, Faye is currently completing her Bachelor's Degree in Health Psychology. With a keen interest in what creates health and wellbeing and how we maintain it, Faye believes movement holds the key to transform simply living - to thriving. 

Faye wants you to leave the studio feeling fluffy, renewed, revitalised, and with great admiration and love for your body—even on lazy days!