Area of Expertise

• Top Ride

Qualifications

• Certified Top-Ride Instructor
• First Aid trained

I am a Gardener for the Wellington City Council looking after amongst other things Waitangi Park and the Michael Fowler Centre. Hobbies include golf and mountain biking and hanging out with the family at the Nix. I started spin classes soon after joining the gym in mid 2011 and after a year or so of Saturdays with Carol she told me I should be up on stage leading others, plus I love being on a bike. I started teaching late August 2013.

I enjoy inspiring newcomers and pushing regulars to strive for their best in an energising, encouraging and fun environment.

Area of Expertise

• Top Ride
• eXoFit
• ExoCircuit

Qualifications

• Certified Top Ride Instructor

I started at Exodus in January 2016 as the new Group Fitness Manager.

Area of Expertise

• ExoStep
• Power
• Exocircuit

Qualifications

• Certified ExoStep Instructor
• Certified Power Instructor

I attended my first group fitness class as an Exodus member back in 2010. I remember walking into the studio, the music was pumping, the atmosphere was energetic, and the exercises challenged me to the point that I walked out with a workout to remember. From then on, it was easy to choose classes to provide my exercise needs. My fitness has increased steadily over the years, and I owe it to the classes.

Today as an instructor, it’s my goal to help other’s on their journey to better health and well being. So if you’re looking for a new boost of motivation, fresh methods to train your body, and an environment that will bring out your best, try a class today!

Area of Expertise

• Pilates

Qualifications

• Exercise Science and Therapy for Weight Training
• Pilates Certified

After a major back injury in 1985 I pursued knowledge to improve my own mobility.

My previous experience in dance and competitive sport inspired my knowledge to broaden.

I am qualified in Exercise Science and Therapy for Weight Training Programming both land and water based, Group Fitness Classes, Massage, Equipment and Mat Pilates.

I have been teaching Stott Pilates since 2003. I was privileged to have Carla Hayes, Head Instructor from Stotts Head Pilates Studio in Canada, to inspire and train me through an intense course of Principals incorporating all forms of Equipment and Mat Pilates.

Through personal experience I believe Pilates has a place to help the seasoned athlete improve and prevent injury. To inspire those new to the health and fitness circle help with body mechanics awareness and to set up good exercise practices.

I am constantly growing my knowledge for improvement in the Health and Fitness Industry. I am highly motivated and have a passion to pass on an array of health improvements from people I have found to be an inspiration.

I look forward to meeting you in my classes.

Area of Expertise

• Power
• Top Ride

Qualifications

• Fitness Leader Cert
• Wellness Instructor
• Certified in Power
• Fight-Do and Top Ride
• REPS Registered

Man of leisure by day, Group Fitness Instructor by night. I’ve had a passion for teaching group exercise and have been a Group Fitness Instructor for many years now… I love the energy and enthusiasm the class generates and of course the music is wicked too! Watching people improve their quality of life while having FUN is what I’m passionate about, come along and try out my Top Ride and Power class.

Area of Expertise

• Power
• BoxCircuit

Qualifications

• National Certificate and Diploma in Exercise Science
• Fight-Do
• X55
• Oxigeno
• Ki Max
• UBound
• Power
• Fight-Do accredited
• Kick-Start Trainer
• REPS registered

I am a fully-qualified personal trainer and competitve body-builder and have been teaching group fitness programmes since I was 17 years old. I am still just as passionate about the fitness industry today as I was back then! I have been with Radical Fitness International for past 4 years, and during this time have become a Master Trainer in Power, X55, Oxigeno, Ki Max, Figth Do and UBound which means that I now train people to teach these programmes.

The main highlight for me would have to be becoming a National and International presenter in these programmes, and getting the opportunity to share the stage with Radical Instructors from around the world.

I am currently teaching Power and BoxCircuit at Exodus, so if you want to experience a great muscle-toning, calorie-burning workout then come along and share my passion with me!

Area of Expertise

• Dance classes

Qualifications

• Zumba (B1 and B2) certified

• Zumba Gold

• MegaDanz certified

• MegaLatino certified

• Ki Max certified

• Fight-Do certified

• Oxigeno certified

• REPS registered

I have always been passionate about music, fitness and having fun – so what better way to express this than with Group Fitness.  I’ve been teaching Group Fitness classes for over 10 years now, and my favourite classes to teach are anything to do with dance.  With a background in a number of trained dance styles, and having been a Master Trainer, national and international presenter for Radical Fitness in their dance programmes, this further enhances my abilities to give you a great class experience at Exodus.

I’d definitely recommend Zumba to anyone that is looking for a fun workout that is “exercise in disguise” – it’s a terrific way to get you towards your fitness and weight loss goals.

I look forward to meeting you at Zumba!

Area of Expertise

• Top Ride
• Power

Qualifications

• BA Geo and Educ
• Dip Teac
• Netfit Fitness Instructor
• Fight-Do certified
• Top Ride Certified
• REPS registered

I have been teaching Group Fitness classes for almost 10 years now and my absolute favourite classes to teach are Radical Fitness programmes. At Exodus I teach 3 Top Ride classes per week and it’s made a HUGE difference to my fitness. I’d totally recommend Top Ride to anyone that is looking for a workout that will help them get fitness and weight loss results! I love teaching Group Fitness and it’s a big part of my life. For me it’s the most motivating and exciting way to workout.

Area of Expertise

• Yoga, Pilates

Qualifications

• BSc Human Anatomy Physiology (pending)

I am yoga trained in Ashtanga, Iyenger, and Hatha as well as Pilates.  My educational grounding is in Applied Science (Human Anatomy and Physiology pathway) and background experience comes from a career in dance, gymnastics, circus and bodysculpting.

My yoga and Pilates classes are taught from a strong body mechanical standpoint. I am passionate about helping create correct posture and assisting with recovery from injuries.

Pilates is ideal for everyone, if you also battle with flexibility add a yoga class in to the mix.

“Your class is like going to a physio” (participant quote)

Beginners Yoga

The perfect place to start! This class has a strong focus on alignment and structural safety, great for creating the building blocks required for open yoga classes.

Intermediate/Advanced Yoga

Once your basic knowledge in yoga and its poses are established this class will develop further your strength, flexibility and body knowledge.

Pilates

This class will teach you about correct posture and spinal alignment. Expect stretching to create flexibility in your outer mobilising muscles and isolation techniques to provide strength for your inner stabilising muscles.

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Area of Expertise

• Reducing stress and tension (Particularly through neck and shoulders)
• Creating mindful awareness of the breath and body connection
• Women’s Health – hormonal balancing, pelvic alignment
• Pre-natal and post-partum yoga

Qualifications

• Diploma of Yoga
• Diploma of Yoga Therapy
• Certificate of Massage
• Hawaiian Pregnancy Massage Certification
• Doula (birth assistant) Certification

Hi I’m Sarrah! I have been teaching yoga in many different environments for the last four years, and have been loving my classes at Exodus since August 2013. My goal is that you leave my class with a smile on your face, feeling a little less stressed and with more freedom to move. Although I specialize in Women’s health I like a nice balance of men and women in my classes and am constantly curious about how unique we all are, which has taught me that there is never one pose that fits all and each pose must be tailored to your own individual needs. I am an open book and love to talk so please ask me any questions and let me know what your body and mind need today.

I look forward to meeting you!