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Passionate about helping her clients achieve their fitness goals and possesses a wealth of knowledge about the body and movement. Her classes are fun, challenging, and tailored to each individual's needs and abilities.
At Kensho Boutique Pilates, their vision is to transform the way their clients' bodies perform, look, and feel through the practise of Pilates. The studio offers a variety of equipment including Cadillac-Trapeze Tables, Reformers, Wunda Chairs, Spine Corrector Arcs, Magic Circles, Foam Rollers, Stability Balls, Therabands, Hand Weights, and Kettlebells. These tools are utilised in their innovative Pilates exercise classes to create a unique and effective workout experience.
The Kensho team believes in the values of kindness to oneself and others, finding happiness through fun and laughter, caring for their clients, and fostering a strong connexion to body, mind, and community. These values are embraced in every class and interaction, creating a supportive and welcoming environment for clients of all fitness levels.
Their class offerings cater to a range of preferences and goals. Private sessions provide one-on-one instruction that is tailored to the individual's specific needs and goals. Duet sessions allow clients to share their Pilates journey with a friend, partner, or co-worker, providing increased motivation and quality time together. Semi-private classes offer the benefits of personalised attention in a small group setting, focusing on mastering the fundamentals of Pilates and strengthening the entire body.
Kensho Boutique Pilates offers a variety of class styles to cater to different interests and needs. Pilates Circuit is an interval workout that targets the whole body and boosts energy levels, with clients rotating through various Pilates equipment. Pilates HIIT combines high-intensity cardio intervals with resistance exercises to build bone density, burn fat, and increase muscle strength. Pilates Jump offers a fun and low-impact cardio session that challenges the entire body.
Pilates Mat is a classic Pilates class that strengthens and tones the entire body using small equipment for variety and challenge. Pilates Mobility & Release focuses on easing tightness and discomfort in muscles and joints, improving mobility and flexibility. Finally, Pilates Barre-less combines ballet and Pilates techniques in a standing position, utilising equipment and body weight for an engaging and challenging workout.
Elaine Simpson, the founder and owner of Kensho Boutique Pilates, is passionate about Pilates and its transformative effects. She has developed Kensho's Awaken System, which encompasses the studio's values and concepts. Elaine's expertise and love for high-impact exercise led her to Pilates after experiencing niggling injuries. Her goal is to help clients feel strong, confident, and empowered through the practise of Pilates.
Clients have provided positive feedback about their experiences at Kensho Boutique Pilates. Louise Simard praises Elaine's knowledge and fun teaching style, noting the positive changes she has noticed in her body. Valentina Barcucci acknowledges Elaine's ability to adapt exercises to her specific needs and appreciates her flexibility in adjusting sessions based on her fitness level. Ruth Bowen describes Elaine as an inspiring fitness motivator and loves attending her Pilates classes.
At Kensho Boutique Pilates, clients can expect a supportive and enjoyable environment, quality instruction, and transformative results. Whether they are seeking a private session, group class, or specialised Pilates workout, Kensho offers a range of options to cater to each client's unique fitness journey.