our team
THE MEANING BEHIND
(n.) the soul, creativity or love put into something;
the essence of yourself that is put into your work.
MEET OUR
fully qualified instructors
Katie
Katie is an ex-gymnast, long-time lover of mindful movement, a natural space holder and a mother of 2 young, gorgeous, cheeky daughters.
Katie adores sharing and guiding moments harvested through the practices of Yoga and Pilates. Invoking the perfect blend of confidence and calm by blending a fusion of technique driven, smooth, dynamic, and creative sequencing.
Through mindful movement, Katie will empower and support each of her students to use the tools required to release stagnancy and promote natural fluidity; formally reintroducing oneself to their body through the art of Yoga and Pilates.
Julie
Julie first discovered Pilates and Yoga as a way to stay strong for dance and support her mental wellbeing, but what began as a personal practice soon became her passion and career.
A multi-talented teacher and massage therapist, she brings a deep understanding of the body to everything she teaches, from Barre and Pilates to Yoga, meditation, and sound.
Julie believes movement should feel creative, empowering, and enjoyable, helping students find inner strength, confidence, and balance both on and off the mat. Her classes are warm, encouraging, and intentionally designed to leave you feeling nourished in body and mind.
Mel
Mel is a talker! She loves engaging with everyone, and gets such pleasure from helping people reach their well-being goals; by focusing on quality over quantity and ensuring technique is correct.
Mel is a health & well-being specialist with a background in Nutrition, Naturopathy and Personal Training. She is passionate about Pilates, and all of the health benefits it brings with it – mind, body and spirit.
Mel is a beach lover, who spends a lot of her down time on the Mornington Peninsula paddle boarding, and walking the cliffs and beaches of where she has lived for over 40 years.
Christine
Christine is our resident Canadian! She grew up being passionate about health and wellness, and continued to focus on developing as a fitness professional.
With a background in Kinesiology and Personal Training, Christine was introduced to the Pilates world upon moving to Australia. She absolutely fell in love with how the mobility and strength training improved how she felt out on a run and decided to pursue a career to help others.
Christine’s extensive education has awarded her a depth of knowledge in many areas, and is a well loved and respected senior trainer within our Meraki Langwarrin community. And if you ever want to talk vegie patches – she is your girl!
Andie
Andie is a passionate Pilates and yoga instructor with over 20 years of personal practice. A mum of four, she understands firsthand the importance of movement for both physical and mental wellbeing.
Her love for Pilates and yoga inspired her to complete her teacher training, allowing her to share the many benefits of mindful movement with others. She believes that Pilates and yoga are for everyone, no matter your age or experience.
When she isn’t teaching she enjoys walking her dog Ziggy on the beach and spending time with her family.