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Meet Our Insructors
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.
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, STRENGTH + CONDITIONING COACH
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.
