Customer Testimonials
"Christine Kirkland is a wonderful and very knowledgeable Pilates Instructor. Her classes are so well organized with all the safe progressions from one exercise to another. She has such a pleasant manner and is always smiling!!! I am so happy that she is conducting her classes online….I feel privileged to be able to participate. Her classes focus on all the important facets of fitness….strength, balance, cardio, stretching, correct breathing, posture etc etc. It is always an excellent total body workout.”
"Christine is a wonderful teacher who guides you through her Pilates classes. Pilates improves your muscle strength and tone and adds flexibility to your body. Christine is very knowledgeable about how our bodies work and, in her classes, she not only demonstrates how to do each of the Pilates exercises but also provides information on the benefits to be gained. I currently take 3 classes a week with Christine and I don’t want to miss any one of them. I have been taking Pilates classes with Christine for 5 years.”
"I started Pilates several years ago at the recommendation of my Osteopath to help dealing with sciatica. He suggested the exercises would be beneficial for mobility, strength and flexibility. That was definitely true. It has helped a great deal in all those areas. I take 3 classes a week from Christine, all different, all interesting and all fun. I love her approach to each lesson: warming up the whole body, building the level of difficulty, explaining the function of each move and how it should feel, reminding us of the basics so we can check our form. Her passion for Pilates is evident in how well prepared her lessons are and how she keeps it fresh. I can honestly say she is one of the best instructors, in any activity, that I have ever had. My Pilates experience would not be the same without her."
”I’ve been doing Christine’s Pilates classes for several years and love how she finds new ways to challenge my muscles , balance and coordination. Her Pilates classes are great for body and mind!”
”I love Christine and her classes! With Covid stopping all of our classes in March,... it was tough! When Christine started up classes by Zoom... It was fabulous! Having exercise right now is so important and needed and I don’t even have to leave the house! Christine gives the best classes and always is changing them up!”
”I have participated in Christine's classes in person and online. Somehow, even when we aren't in the same room, she finds a way to share her energy and support to keep me motivated and coming back for more. I have followed Christine from private studio to community centre to online classes. I have always enjoyed her classes wherever they are offered... and so have all of the friends I have referred!” Overall, Pilates has been a health and wellness game changer for me. It has been part of my life for more than 10 years, and can't imagine ever giving it up!
Christine’s classes are thoughtfully planned and flow so well. I feel stretched and strengthened after each one. There is tremendous variety and I enjoy the use of the different props - weights, bands, roller and the squishy ball! Her instructions and tips are clear and easy to understand. She is enthusiastic and motivating. Her classes are a welcome relief during this pandemic!
Christine I am so happy that you are now doing Pilates classes on Zoom. You are a wonderful instructor - supportive and encouraging, while reminding us to breathe properly and keep our form. You challenge us, increasing the difficulty gradually and also give us options if something is too difficult. I love Pilates and am noticing a difference in my strength, balance and endurance since taking your classes online.
"Christine is an amazing Pilates instructor! She is able to meet the needs of all of her clients by offering a variety of classes, all designed to build strength, balance, flexibility and coordination. She is knowledgeable, enthusiastic and incredibly personable which makes participating in her classes so much fun!”
“I am so happy that Christine is conducting her classes online… I feel privileged to be able to participate.”
“Christine is a wonderful teacher. I take 3 classes a week with her and I don’t want to miss any one of them.”
“I can honestly say Christine is one of the best instructors, in any activity, that I have ever had.”
“I’m down 20 lbs in the last year and it’s all from managing my eating and prioritizing myself, including making movement (walking/Pilates) part of my routine.”
"I had been having low back pain when sleeping and after walking only short distances. This had been going on for a while. After your first class Monday I slept pain free for the first time in forever. We hiked on Sunday and same - no pain!!! I am so enjoying your classes Christine!!!!”
“Christine presents easy to follow and professional instruction, regardless of your level or experience. She does so in such a relaxed, cheerful manner that I always feel encouraged, even as she challenges me. My husband and I both participate in three classes a week and take advantage of her recorded classes as well. At 74, we hike the trails with confidence, knowing our core strength and balance will keep us safely on our feet! Thanks Christine.”
“I’ve tried joining gyms—expensive ones and reasonable ones—but I just don’t stick with it because I can find a hundred excuses not to go! But when it’s in my living room, and I all I have to do is get dressed, then I can manage the commitment. So thanks again for doing what you do!”
"Since starting Pilates I feel stronger in anything I do - swimming, hiking, tennis, vacuuming! Christine’s teaching and cueing is amazing and really helps to bring awareness to your body. I am so thankful for her and all her resources.”
"Love the On Demand classes - the choices are great. I can choose what I want to work on and the length of time involved. Some times I do two shorter ones”
“I am so grateful that I can access the classes online. My enjoyment and commitment to the classes does not wane (surprisingly). I can’t thank you enough for your consistency and your upbeat, positive attitude.”