About Us
Kim Scott-Ritchie – Owner/Instructor
Fitness is a big part of my life both professionally and personally. My career in the Fitness Industry spans over 18 years in a number of countries in various roles such as a Personal Trainer, Group Fitness Instructor and an experienced Business Centre Manager.
I discovered Pilates when seeking rehabilitation for a running injury and was so impressed with how effective it was that I went on to study and train as a Pilates Teacher with Absolute Pilates in Auckland and since moving to Palmerston North 8 years ago I have continued further training in Wellington and Auckland and in the STOTT Pilates method.
Specializing in Pilates for the past 10 years I've worked with people of different ages, abilities and goals to see firsthand how it can improve everybody in some way and that’s what I love most about what I do. I also enjoy an active lifestyle participating in triathlons and spending time with my husband (Nick, see his profile below) and our 9 year old daughter.
Fitness is a big part of my life both professionally and personally. My career in the Fitness Industry spans over 18 years in a number of countries in various roles such as a Personal Trainer, Group Fitness Instructor and an experienced Business Centre Manager.
I discovered Pilates when seeking rehabilitation for a running injury and was so impressed with how effective it was that I went on to study and train as a Pilates Teacher with Absolute Pilates in Auckland and since moving to Palmerston North 8 years ago I have continued further training in Wellington and Auckland and in the STOTT Pilates method.
Specializing in Pilates for the past 10 years I've worked with people of different ages, abilities and goals to see firsthand how it can improve everybody in some way and that’s what I love most about what I do. I also enjoy an active lifestyle participating in triathlons and spending time with my husband (Nick, see his profile below) and our 9 year old daughter.
Wendy Curry – Pilates Mat and Reformer Instructor Part Time
Wendy is a prime example of how much Pilates can change your life! Wendys Pilates journey started with us 4 years ago when she came searching for a way to get strong and flexible and as a busy mum she just wanted to do something for herself. She loved it so much she's turned her passion into her job!
Wendy has completed her Mat Certification and Reformer Essential and Intermediate Levels with STOTT Pilates and is currently working towards certification in all other equipment based Pilates. She likes to create fun and challenging sessions and as a result she has developed a loyal following of clients who attend regularly.
Wendy has been described as having a very calming nature and really puts her clients at ease which is just perfect for Beginners. Wendy is available Tuesday and Friday evenings and Wednesday mornings.
Wendy is a prime example of how much Pilates can change your life! Wendys Pilates journey started with us 4 years ago when she came searching for a way to get strong and flexible and as a busy mum she just wanted to do something for herself. She loved it so much she's turned her passion into her job!
Wendy has completed her Mat Certification and Reformer Essential and Intermediate Levels with STOTT Pilates and is currently working towards certification in all other equipment based Pilates. She likes to create fun and challenging sessions and as a result she has developed a loyal following of clients who attend regularly.
Wendy has been described as having a very calming nature and really puts her clients at ease which is just perfect for Beginners. Wendy is available Tuesday and Friday evenings and Wednesday mornings.
Nick Mannix – Pilates Reformer and Mat Instructor Part Time
- ManGo Instructor (Mens Only Fitness)
Nick is a fully qualified Fitness Trainer and a former Physical Trainer with the New Zealand Defence Force with over 25 years experience in the Fitness Industry and since coming on board with Personal Pilates last year, he's now STOTT Pilates trained too! Throughout his life he's competed in social and competitive leagues for most sports including football, rugby, swimming, water polo, cycling, running, triathlons, kickboxing, gymnastics, in fact if there's a sport, you can pretty much guarantee he's done it! Now in his late 40's and 2 health - related operations later, he considers himself more of a weekend warrior who enjoys a good dose of mountain biking and going hunting whenever he can.
Nick also runs our ManGo programmes, a Mens Only Health and Wellness Service, aimed at giving men a different approach to fitness, helping them achieve their healthy balance with juggling work, home, study and parent commitments. To learn more about ManGo click here.
Nick is available Monday and Thursday evenings and Wednesday mornings.
- ManGo Instructor (Mens Only Fitness)
Nick is a fully qualified Fitness Trainer and a former Physical Trainer with the New Zealand Defence Force with over 25 years experience in the Fitness Industry and since coming on board with Personal Pilates last year, he's now STOTT Pilates trained too! Throughout his life he's competed in social and competitive leagues for most sports including football, rugby, swimming, water polo, cycling, running, triathlons, kickboxing, gymnastics, in fact if there's a sport, you can pretty much guarantee he's done it! Now in his late 40's and 2 health - related operations later, he considers himself more of a weekend warrior who enjoys a good dose of mountain biking and going hunting whenever he can.
Nick also runs our ManGo programmes, a Mens Only Health and Wellness Service, aimed at giving men a different approach to fitness, helping them achieve their healthy balance with juggling work, home, study and parent commitments. To learn more about ManGo click here.
Nick is available Monday and Thursday evenings and Wednesday mornings.
Isla Griffin - Pilates Instructor /RESET Therapy - Part Time
Isla is a Physiotherapist/Pilates Instructor specialising in RESET therapy which helps people to shift imbalances in their body. She combines her skills, experience and knowledge to clinically diagnose her clients and then applies Qi gong techniques to Pilates exercises for a truly amazing experience.
During a 15 year foundation career in Biomechanical Rehab Physiotherapy she came to the conclusion that every body can heal itself given the right environment, stimulation and instruction. Unlocking holding patterns, opening the chest and torso, waking up the dormant sleepy parts becomes the starting place. Then comes calming and centering the nervous system, elongating a crumpled spine and generally, gracefully re-energizing every single part, top to bottom, from deep in the cavities to the outermost skin. The ability to help a person shift
imbalances in their body has taken many years. It is really facilitating a reconnection with all parts of the whole
self, body, mind and bioenergetics. But most of all retraining the “feeling” or senate skills of the deep body structures. There are now a baffling amount of systems to do this but in my experience the Pilates Method
offers the most comprehensive and elegant way of getting there.
I have lived and worked in the UK, South Africa, Australia and New Zealand. Whilst the first part of my life was
grounded in the science of health and movement, more recently the creative linguistic and energetic side of
restoring a balanced functioning body seems to suit the problems of the times. At the end of the day it is about simplicity, fluidity and belief that whatever the problem and the pain it can be altered for the better given the right information and attention.
Isla is a Physiotherapist/Pilates Instructor specialising in RESET therapy which helps people to shift imbalances in their body. She combines her skills, experience and knowledge to clinically diagnose her clients and then applies Qi gong techniques to Pilates exercises for a truly amazing experience.
During a 15 year foundation career in Biomechanical Rehab Physiotherapy she came to the conclusion that every body can heal itself given the right environment, stimulation and instruction. Unlocking holding patterns, opening the chest and torso, waking up the dormant sleepy parts becomes the starting place. Then comes calming and centering the nervous system, elongating a crumpled spine and generally, gracefully re-energizing every single part, top to bottom, from deep in the cavities to the outermost skin. The ability to help a person shift
imbalances in their body has taken many years. It is really facilitating a reconnection with all parts of the whole
self, body, mind and bioenergetics. But most of all retraining the “feeling” or senate skills of the deep body structures. There are now a baffling amount of systems to do this but in my experience the Pilates Method
offers the most comprehensive and elegant way of getting there.
I have lived and worked in the UK, South Africa, Australia and New Zealand. Whilst the first part of my life was
grounded in the science of health and movement, more recently the creative linguistic and energetic side of
restoring a balanced functioning body seems to suit the problems of the times. At the end of the day it is about simplicity, fluidity and belief that whatever the problem and the pain it can be altered for the better given the right information and attention.
Arantzasu Morales - Pilates Rehabilitation Specialist - Part Time
We are excited to introduce Arantzasu Morales to the team!
Originally from Chile she moved to NZ in 2019 to be with her partner, who is studying at Massey University. She was introduced to Pilates in 2011 whilst in the first years of her Physiotherapy degree and gained her Pilates Certification in Mat and Reformer at Studio Pilates Chile in 2015.
She worked for over 3 years in a Sports Clinic gaining the experience of working with different types of clients, from young children to elderly, sports-people and with those requiring rehabilitation. Arantzasu comes to us with a vast range of skills and knowledge, additionally she loves to search and try new exercises, in a way to innovate and create new and fun challenges for her clients.
She currently works Mondays, Wednesdays, Thursdays and Fridays.
Please Note: As Arantzasu is not yet registered with the Physiotherapy Board of New Zealand she is only practicing as a Pilates Instructor specialising in Pilates Rehabilitation. If you require Physiotherapy treatment please seek a registered Physiotherapist - it is possible that they can refer you on to Arantzasu for ongoing Pilates sessions.
We are excited to introduce Arantzasu Morales to the team!
Originally from Chile she moved to NZ in 2019 to be with her partner, who is studying at Massey University. She was introduced to Pilates in 2011 whilst in the first years of her Physiotherapy degree and gained her Pilates Certification in Mat and Reformer at Studio Pilates Chile in 2015.
She worked for over 3 years in a Sports Clinic gaining the experience of working with different types of clients, from young children to elderly, sports-people and with those requiring rehabilitation. Arantzasu comes to us with a vast range of skills and knowledge, additionally she loves to search and try new exercises, in a way to innovate and create new and fun challenges for her clients.
She currently works Mondays, Wednesdays, Thursdays and Fridays.
Please Note: As Arantzasu is not yet registered with the Physiotherapy Board of New Zealand she is only practicing as a Pilates Instructor specialising in Pilates Rehabilitation. If you require Physiotherapy treatment please seek a registered Physiotherapist - it is possible that they can refer you on to Arantzasu for ongoing Pilates sessions.
