Prahran Team
At our Prahran studio, we offer Pilates sessions with a physiotherapist and Pilates sessions with a Pilates teacher. Physiotherapy services are not yet available, but are coming soon! Read about the difference between Pilates sessions with a physiotherapist and a Pilates teacher.
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Our Physiotherapists |
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Lucy Cummins - Physiotherapist & Pilates Instructor
B. Physiotherapy Diploma of Professional Pilates Instruction (PITC) Certicate IV in Pilates Instruction (PITC) Authentic Pilates Certified Instructor (New York Pilates Studio PTY LTD) Post Graduate Certified by The Pilates Professionals International (UK) Background: Lucy has been teaching Pilates since 2002, including one year abroad in the UK. She has trained with a broad spectrum of different Pilates organizations, ranging from Rehabilitative Pilates Programs all the way through to the more dynamic and challenging Authentic Pilates Method. Utilizing her extensive training and knowledge, Lucy trains everyone from elite athletes to people in rehabilitation, ante/post natal, young and seniors. Interests: Lucy loves the adventure and experience of travel, making many tracks around Europe, South America, Central America, and Asia. Once a competitive athlete, she still continues to enjoy running for its mental and physical benefits, as well as skiing, tennis, and meditation.
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Georgina Morrow - Physiotherapist & Pilates Instructor
B. Physiotherapy Dance Medicine Australia Certified Clinical Pilates Teacher Background: Georgie was awarded a place on the Deans List of her graduating year at Melbourne University and has completed her Clinical Pilates Teaching certificate. Interests: Georgie founded the local non-profit volunteer organisation Spokes in the Wheel for underprivileged children. Georgie also has a love of languages - she speaks fluent German and Swedish, as well as Japanese and French!
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Our Pilates Instructors |
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Tom Scown - Pilates Instructor
B. Exercise Science, Victoria University Cert IV in Fitness Certified Pilates Instructor through Stott Pilates and the Melbourne School of Sport and Recreation Completed 1 year Cadet (biomechanics) program with Western Bulldogs football club Background: Tom has over 10 years experience in the fitness field. In addition to his Pilates qualifications, Tom has a degree in Exercise Science and is a welcome team member in Prahran from the previous teaching team there. Interests: Tom is a competitive hockey player and a recreational surfer.
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Diana Haddow - Pilates Instructor
Level 5 Instructor of Romana's Pilates Certified Authentic Pilates instructor with The Pilates Studio Level 1 Baptiste Power Yoga Teacher Level 3 in Fitness, Rescue Diver Background: Diana has a teaching history that spans 10 years and includes training international sporting teams and athletes, as well as injury rehabilitation and general strength and fitness training. Diana completed her intensive training with and was certified by Romana Krysanowska, master instructor and protege of Joseph Pilates. Diana also studied with Cynthia Lochard in Sydney and trained internationally with Bob Liekens, master instructor of Classical Pilates and founder of Power Pilates (USA). In 2009 Diana accepted an invitation from Baron Baptiste (creator of Baptiste Power Yoga) to join his teacher training team as an assistant and travelled to Africa in support of the charity The Africa Yoga Project. Interests: Cycling, tennis, yoga, scuba diving, snowboarding and fitness training.
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Sonya Cossart - Pilates Instructor
B. Health Sciences (Exercise Science and Nutrition) - graduated with distinction APMA Certified Pilates Teacher Background: Sonya discovered Pilates 15 years ago while in rehabilitation for a swimming injury. She returned to Pilates six years ago as part of her rehabilitation program for a rowing injury, and continued with both studio and Allegro sessions. After a long career in finance, Sonya took a career break and returned to university to undertake a Health Science Degree, majoring in nutrition and exercise science. She continues to work in finance, as a private client adviser, but we are lucky that her love for Pilates keeps her teaching part-time! Sonya is also a qualified swimming teacher, teaching both adults and children. She has special expertise in using the foam roller, and a special interest in rehabilitation and improving functional physical wellbeing. Interests: Sonya has been a competitive swimmer and rower, and recently discovered the joys of cross country skiing.
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