Alignment, and balance.
Align & Balance is owned and operated by Nicola (Nicky) Gibbons, who has over 30 years of experience in the fitness and dance industry. With a background as a professional dancer and Resident Director/Company Manager of musical theatre shows, Nicky brings a unique perspective to her fitness training. She is a registered Cert 3 and 4 Fitness Professional with Fitness Australia and has attained Advanced Level Master Trainer certification.
Nicky is also qualified as a Pilates Matwork Instructor and Strengthening for over 60s teacher, with additional qualifications from St George Hospital in Sydney and alliance with their physiotherapists. She is also an accredited Nordic Walking instructor with the International Nordic Walking Federation and Nordic Academy in Melbourne and AusActive. She has taught over 1000 people to Nordic Walk in Canberra.
Align & Balance understands the specific needs of mature or injured individuals and has worked with a wide range of clients, including those in rehabilitation, pre and post-natal mothers, seniors, clients with cancer or neurological disorders, clients with weight management issues, and those simply looking to improve their fitness. Nicky's aim for all her clients is to provide an enhanced quality of life through correct exercise and nutrition.
Align & Balance offers a variety of classes and services to cater to different fitness levels and goals. Their weekly timetable includes Fusion Pilates classes held at Isabella Gardens on Monday mornings, online Zoom classes on Tuesday afternoons, and classes held at the Bonython Neighbourhood Hub on Friday mornings. The cost of a class is $20, with a discounted rate of $15 for seniors aged 60 and above. They also offer cost-saving session packs of 10 and 20 sessions.
The Strengthening 50+ class is held twice a week at the Bonython Neighbourhood Hub, on Wednesday and Thursday mornings. The cost of this class is also $20, with a discounted rate of $15 for seniors.
Align & Balance also offers Stretch Classes, held on Monday mornings and Thursday mornings at the Bonython Neighbourhood Hub. The cost for seniors is $15.
For those interested in Nordic Walking, Align & Balance offers private assessment sessions, follow-up lessons, and courses for individuals, pairs, or groups. The cost varies depending on the type of session or course selected. Participants will receive instruction from Nicky, who has an alliance with Capital Nordic Walking, providing access to supported Nordic Walking groups in and around Canberra.
Align & Balance is dedicated to promoting an active lifestyle and helping individuals improve their health and wellbeing. Their skilled and experienced trainers, under the guidance of Nicky Gibbons, provide personalised attention and support to ensure clients achieve their fitness goals while maintaining proper technique and alignment.
For more information about Align & Balance's classes, services, and pricing, individuals can contact Nicky directly.