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209 Wicksteed Avenue, Suite 49, Toronto
ABOUT THE STUDIO
Maison Pilates is evolving to offer you more movement options, and we have a new name.
We’re now Maison Movement!
As part of this evolution, we’re developing a fresh website that will launch this Fall.
In the meantime, you can continue to book your classes through this website.
Join the movement, and be part of the journey with us on Instagram: @maison.movement.
Maison Movement offers:
❥ Small Group Strength Training Classes
❥ Private Pilates Sessions
❥ Semi-Private Sessions
❥ Group Reformer Classes
❥ Group Yoga Classes
MEET OUR INSTRUCTORS
HOLLY, STUDIO OWNER + INSTRUCTOR
The journey to opening Maison Movement was the culmination of many years of my own experience. I wanted to create a space where others could focus on making the most of movement in a safe way, so they could prioritize making the most of life—ultimately, to live well.
When I started the company in 2018 (originally, as Maison PIlates), it was after I had discovered the strengthening and rehabilitative benefits of pilates, following second pregnancy and severe neck injury. That period was debilitating in both body and mind. Through learning subtle movement patterns and rebuilding my core, I not only became stronger than I was pre-injury, but was motivated to delve further into the world of pilates. I went back to school to become a STOTT Certified Instructor—by then, a mother of three children.
I opened Maison Movement, inspired to help others prevent a similar fate to mine, where injury was a primary driver in my life. My goal was, and continues to be, to help them become stronger in athletic endeavours, with the added benefits of becoming stronger and more confident in daily life. Being an integral part of clients’ healthy routines, bringing them into a community of others pursuing the same, to get the most out of life… it’s the reason I do what I do.
Now, moving through the peri-menopause phase towards menopause, I am very passionate about building and maintaining muscle that will carry me through the rest of my life—to feel strong, avoiding unnecessary injuries, and to participate in all the activities that bring joy to my life. Pilates, weights, walking, skiing, tennis, golf, pickle ball —they’re all on the list of activities I love.
Wherever you are in life, I hope that I, along with our very knowledgeable and experienced team at Maison Movement, can help you build more movement into your life. We’re here to be a partner in your health—to build your strength, balance and mobility—so you can keep living well, pursuing all the things that you love.
KAREN, PILATES INSTRUCTOR
Karen is an instructor rooted in a desire to help all bodies enjoy movement. She’s deeply passionate about biomechanics and movement efficiency and how pilates can work for every age, level of fitness and body type. She first discovered Pilates over 20 years ago and has been using the discipline to anchor her movement practice since. Continuing her passion for this modality has led to certifications from Basi; Injuries and Pathologies, The Anatomy of Pilates and LINK AMM. She is committed to helping her clients feel strong in their bodies.
Karen teaches Pilates at Maison Movement, including reformer classes, one-on-ones and semi-private sessions.
MAXWELL, PILATES INSTRUCTOR
Maxwell’s journey into Pilates began in 2019 when injuries halted her usual high-impact fitness routines. She turned to Pilates to recover, and recognized its transformative benefits—physically and mentally. Years into her personal practice, she decided to pursue her full STOTT Pilates certification to become a teacher.
Maxwell also holds certification as an Integrative Nutrition Health Coach. By combining her two greatest passions—movement and holistic health—she is committed to guiding clients on their own journeys to optimal health.
Find Maxwell on the Maison Movement schedule various mornings, evenings and Saturdays, for Reformer Pilates classes.
CHRISTIE, YOGA INSTRUCTOR
As a certified yoga instructor with over 10 years of teaching experience, Christie is passionate about helping people connect with their bodies and minds through yoga.
Christie's teaching style is focused on growth, both physically and mentally, and she works to create a safe and supportive environment for all her students.
In Christie's classes, you will feel challenged, inspired and empowered.
TRENT, ATHLETIC THERAPIST
Trent is an Athletic Therapist and Strength and Conditioning coach who has worked with athletes from the amateur to pro level. He has worked in a rehab setting for over 8 years, helping people recover from major and minor injuries to get back to everyday life. His approach to helping his clients move pain-free, and build strength and power involves seeing the body as a working system, looking at the whole picture to solve smaller issues. His skills as an Athletic therapist and decade of experience as a strength and conditioning coach help bridge the gap from the treatment table to training to your full potential.
Trent is the lead strength and conditioning coach at Maison Movement, for small group strength training. He designs dynamic programs tailored to the needs and goals of each group, and also conducts the comprehensive Initial Assessments.
TESTIMONIALS
PILATES
"Although I've done pilates over the years, I have never had an instructor who really took the time to find the modifications needed for my body to get the most out of the exercises. Holly was able to assess my alignment, then take in to account my body's strengths and weaknesses to create a work out that was challenging and fun. Her bright smile and energy is contagious and she's a pleasure to work with. I'd recommend her highly to anyone who might be thinking of starting pilates or who has loved pilates for years." - AV
"Holly is amazing. This was my first time doing pilates and my goal was increased flexibility and muscle strength, particularly in my core. The sessions with Holly exceeded all my expectations. Not only did I achieve increased muscle strength, but my posture which has always been terrible, improved dramatically with enhanced muscular control of my core. The pain in my back from very poor posture has abated, and I have so much more control now of my back and shoulders using my core. Holly is incredibly patient, knowledgeable, and approachable." - MC
Last year I took up pilates and with the amazing guidance of my instructor Holly I learned to enjoy fitness again. When I started, I struggled to master a proper breathing technique and Holly was so patient and gave me many new strategies and tips to help. I love that with pilates I don’t get bored as there is so much variety available between mat, reformer and all the other equipment and accessories. And I especially love how pilates has physically changed me - I feel stronger and taller. Working out with Holly is like training with a good friend and she knows just how to push me that little bit extra (which makes me love and hate her at the same time - haha). - JC
Assisting a client with Pilates
