Meet the Instructors
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Morag Gurnsey -
Founder & Pilates Instructor (Stott Level 1 and 2) Morag's love of pilates stemmed from using mindful pilates movement to heal from her own injuries. It became an integral part of her movement & wellbeing, and she's now excited to guide her clients to experience the same transformation she did. The Pilates Room was founded in 2017 with Morag offering one-on-one classes our of her family home (in the now Osteopathy Room). Due to the studio's success, she has since expanded the studio in 2020 to the outside studio 'The Pilates Room' where Morag continues to offer both one-on-one and group pilates classes. |
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Bonnie O'Riley -
Stott Pilates Matwork Instructor, Certified Total Barre Instructor, Stott Pilates Reformer Instructor (Level 1 & Level 2) I was first introduced to Pilates 15 years ago after I suffered a lower back injury and was recommended Pilates as apart of my rehabilitation and I never stopped! What I was unaware of at the time, was that I had Scoliosis. The doctor told me to thank my dedication to Pilates for unknowingly saving my back from needing surgery, and that Pilates would be the key to my life-long pain management and maintenance of my spine. I became a Stott Pilates Trained Matwork Instructor and Certified Total Barre Instructor in 2015 where I studied at Essential and Intermediate level (Level 1) and Advanced level (Level 2). In 2020 I graduated from the University of Otago with a Bachelor of Science in Human Nutrition. I am hugely passionate about understanding and training the human body. I am consistently amazed how Pilates challenges, changes and protects the body and I feel so lucky to assist other people on their Pilates journey. |
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Sarah Gurnsey -
Stott Pilates Reformer Instructor (Level 1 & Level 2) After years of being her mum's (Morag Gurnsey) test dummy for workouts and new class types, Sarah fell in love with Reformer Pilates and it makes her feel. She's completed her Intensive Reformer Pilates training in August of 2022, and is now excited to bring her love of pilates to the growing clientele at The Pilates Room. A business student and freelancer by day, pilates instructor by night, Sarah loves how pilates can bring movement to our typically sedentary lifestyles. She has a special interest in Women's Wellness - having used Pilates to manage her Endometriosis and chronic pain. She's excited to bring a fun, engaging and relaxing environment to her classes. |
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Morgan Haakma -
Stott Pilates Reformer Instructor (Level 1) & Professional Wakeboard Coach Passionate, resilient, and driven! Morgan is incredibly excited to be a trained Reformer Pilates Instructor! She has a range of skills and expertise, completed her Master's Degree in Health, Sport, and Human Performance, and coached wakeboarding professionally since 2017. Morgan has been competitively wakeboarding since she was 10 and currently represents NZ all over the World. In 2017 became a WWA World Champion! She's had her fair share of injuries, surgeries, and concussions, and understands the toll they can take on our bodies. She truly believes that Pilates is one of the best ways of building strong, balanced, and injury-free bodies, ready and fit for adventure! Morgan is grateful for the opportunity to combine the best of all she's learned, and share the magic of Pilates with you at The Pilates Room Cambridge! |
Our Class Types
Beginner Reformer (Pace: Deliberate | Intensity: Low)
This is the perfect workout for those who are just beginning their pilates/reformer experience. We focus on proper form & execution of the basic pilates reformer exercises. Each week we layer up the workout to ensure your progress ready for essential pilates next term.
Essential Reformer (Pace: Medium | Intensity: Medium)
Now you have mastered the basics, we add onto each movement to increase the challenge. The workouts are progressive, as we replace exercises that have been learnt well with new, more challenging ones. This happens gradually to help you learn the exercises and progress throughout the term.
Intermediate Reformer (Pace: Faster | Intensity: Medium)
At the intermediate level, you have mastered all of the essential repertoire and the pace of the class has intensified. Your core strength & stability will help you master the next progressive state to continue strengthening, lengthening & toning.
Athletic Reformer (Pace: Intense | Intensity: Medium to Intense)
Athletic reformer combines strength and mobility in an intense and faster paced 'gym-style' workout. Suitable for athletically strong clients or those wanting more of a challenge. Not suitable for a beginner or those new to pilates.
Strength & Mobility Reformer - Over 50's (Pace: Deliberate | Intensity: Low)
Actively ageing well is so important it deserves investing in. As we age, our bodies start to perceive exercise differently. We may have development 'not-so-healthy' movement patterns to on correcting we can move with less strain on joints. We need more glute, shoulder and maintained core strength & mobility. We want to move our spine in all its directions (as injuries allowed). This class is designed to improve balance (preventing falls), improve reaction time, increase neuro-plasticity for the brain, improve joint mobility/stability and endurance.
Pre/Post Natal Mat Pilates (Pace: Deliberate | Intensity: Low)
Our Post Natal is available for those 4-6 weeks after a vaginal delivery. May need to be extended if there were complications or a C-section. A physicians note is required before exercise can begin. This class focuses on restoration of the pelvic floor, abdominals, restoring balance and posture. Our Pre Natal class is suitable for second & third trimester mums! This class focuses on strengthening and preparing you for labour, and caring for your new arrival. Permission from Dr/Midwife required. Enjoy a fun and safe way to exercise while pregnant!
Beginner Mat -
A Beginner Mat Pilates Session will introduce you to the Basic Principles that you will learn to apply as you start to learn the Essential level Pilates Repertoire. Each session will start with a warmup, covering the principals and each week we will work on mastering the basic exercises at an essential level, before we progress and build on them.
Not sure what class will suit you best? Ask Morag! Be sure to check our Punchpass for the latest class types.
This is the perfect workout for those who are just beginning their pilates/reformer experience. We focus on proper form & execution of the basic pilates reformer exercises. Each week we layer up the workout to ensure your progress ready for essential pilates next term.
Essential Reformer (Pace: Medium | Intensity: Medium)
Now you have mastered the basics, we add onto each movement to increase the challenge. The workouts are progressive, as we replace exercises that have been learnt well with new, more challenging ones. This happens gradually to help you learn the exercises and progress throughout the term.
Intermediate Reformer (Pace: Faster | Intensity: Medium)
At the intermediate level, you have mastered all of the essential repertoire and the pace of the class has intensified. Your core strength & stability will help you master the next progressive state to continue strengthening, lengthening & toning.
Athletic Reformer (Pace: Intense | Intensity: Medium to Intense)
Athletic reformer combines strength and mobility in an intense and faster paced 'gym-style' workout. Suitable for athletically strong clients or those wanting more of a challenge. Not suitable for a beginner or those new to pilates.
Strength & Mobility Reformer - Over 50's (Pace: Deliberate | Intensity: Low)
Actively ageing well is so important it deserves investing in. As we age, our bodies start to perceive exercise differently. We may have development 'not-so-healthy' movement patterns to on correcting we can move with less strain on joints. We need more glute, shoulder and maintained core strength & mobility. We want to move our spine in all its directions (as injuries allowed). This class is designed to improve balance (preventing falls), improve reaction time, increase neuro-plasticity for the brain, improve joint mobility/stability and endurance.
Pre/Post Natal Mat Pilates (Pace: Deliberate | Intensity: Low)
Our Post Natal is available for those 4-6 weeks after a vaginal delivery. May need to be extended if there were complications or a C-section. A physicians note is required before exercise can begin. This class focuses on restoration of the pelvic floor, abdominals, restoring balance and posture. Our Pre Natal class is suitable for second & third trimester mums! This class focuses on strengthening and preparing you for labour, and caring for your new arrival. Permission from Dr/Midwife required. Enjoy a fun and safe way to exercise while pregnant!
Beginner Mat -
A Beginner Mat Pilates Session will introduce you to the Basic Principles that you will learn to apply as you start to learn the Essential level Pilates Repertoire. Each session will start with a warmup, covering the principals and each week we will work on mastering the basic exercises at an essential level, before we progress and build on them.
Not sure what class will suit you best? Ask Morag! Be sure to check our Punchpass for the latest class types.
