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Our Team
MOMOKO NANRI (Momo)
Momo completed her Diploma of Remedial Massage at Royal Melbourne Institute of Technology (RMIT). She also has a degree in dance from VCA (Bachelor of Fine Arts Dance), completing full time dance as well as professionally performing in the contemporary field.
From the passion of movement and the pursuit of understanding the body she took a keen interest in sharing this experience. In order to share her love for movement, she completed her Diploma of Pilates Instructing with National Pilates Training.
Momo loves working with movement and understanding the body more thoroughly, in order to help with pain management and early interventions of postural dysfunctions and injuries. Her goal is to provide a client focused session through individualised programs across a studio based set up.
You can expect a wide range of approaches to movement. She loves to do a good balance challenge as well as full body integrated movements! But she is also keen on helping set up a solid foundation to act as a building block for strength, mobility and flexibility in your movement vocabulary. Momo currently teaches on Wednesday afternoon and Friday morning.
Her hobbies include drawing, dance and looking after Hank (the cat)
Amara
AMARA MCHUGH
Amara has a strong background in classical ballet starting in Sydney, then continuing in Newcastle, after which she moved to Melbourne and undertook major education at The Australian Conservatoire of Ballet. She went on to become a Salsa instructor and dancer with The Salsa Foundation, where she continues to teach regularly and also performs with United Latin Dance.
Amara began Pilates when dancing full time as part of her extra-curricular strength training and also injury management. She has continued with this and after 5 years decided to undertake a Diploma of Professional Pilates Instruction with National Pilates Training. Amara is passionate about making a lasting impact on the lives of her clients and is dedicated to creating a positive and inspiring experience for every individual. She aims to ensure you feel good for your everyday lives, but will always challenge you inside the studio. Amara currently teaches on Tuesday and Thursday mornings.
In her spare time, cooking is high on her list as well as exploring new areas and seeking out the best food and drinks Melbourne has to offer. She enjoys the outdoors and you’ll often find her at the beach when the weather is warm with her nose in a book too.
KYLE
Kyle is a dedicated fitness professional with a deep-rooted passion for movement and wellness. He began his journey into Pilates in 2015, eventually honing his skills through formal training at Breathe Education. His classes are all-arounded and goal-orientated. He enjoys helping clients improve their mobility and posture while achieving their fitness goals. His patience, attentiveness and kindness are appreciated by all.
Over the years, Kyle has expanded his expertise to include instructing HIIT and boxing. In addition to his work in these dynamic disciplines, Kyle has been actively involved in electric muscle stimulation for the past few years, focusing on helping those with injuries and muscle imbalances. Kyle teaches every Monday morning.
Outside of his fitness career, Kyle finds balance by playing guitar, enjoying the creative outlet it provides.
JEAN
With a strong foundation in Pilates mat work and clinical Pilates since 2018 and yoga training since 2013, Jean brings over two decades of practice and teaching experience. She holds a Diploma in Clinical Pilates and her approach emphasizes on alignment, movement, and breath flow. She challenges your body while ensuring proper form and movement. She takes pride in fostering strong foundations and body awareness.
Balancing her primary role as a research coordinator at a public hospital with a background as a registered nurse, she also holds a master's degree in public health and is currently pursuing a law degree. Jean currently teaches every Sunday morning.
Outside of work and teaching, she enjoys playing tennis and leading a balanced life
Lulu the studio mascot
KAREN
Karen started Pilates Bodyworks in late 2010. She began her Pilates training while living overseas and she continued her training and qualifications in Australia.
With over 15 years teaching experience and continuing education, she has helped clients of all ages achieve their fitness, conditioning, postural and rehabilitation goals. She understands human movement and incorporates functional exercises in her teaching. Her classes are challenging yet fun and interactive. Her dog Lulu is always in the studio with her, cheering clients on in their workout. You can expect to be worked hard and feel strong and energised after her classes.
In her free time, she enjoys playing the piano and spending time with her loved ones.