Polestar Comprehensive Studio Pilates Instructor
Sam has recently moved to Mount Maunganui with her partner and three Primary School aged children. She was living in Mangawhai for the last few years, but prior to that was in
Queenstown for a long time. Sam and her family all love snowboarding, mountain biking and surfing and she truly believes that pilates will allow her to continue to do these sports for many years to come.
Sam has been involved with teaching sport/movement in some shape or form for about 20 years. She has an Otago University degree majoring in Exercise Science and Prescription
and then went on to complete a Post Graduate Diploma in teaching. From there she worked as a Secondary School Physical Education, Health and Outdoor Education teacher for many
years. She has experience as a gym instructor, group fitness instructor and dance teacher.
Sam began her pilates journey by becoming a barre instructor, followed by training in mat, reformer, TRX and a pre/post natal certification. She then delved deeper into her learning by
completing the Polestar Comprehensive Studio course.
Sam ran her own small studio in Mangawhai for three years, where she taught barre, reformer, TRX classes as well as private sessions.
Sam looks forwards to helping people in the Mount to move better and feel better.
Sam’s pilates classes are designed to be inclusive, adaptable and enjoyable for everyone – regardless of age, experience, or physical limitations. Each session offers a variety of exercises with options to regress or progress, making them suitable for those working with injuries as well as those looking to challenge themselves further. With a strong focus on proper technique, Sam creates an environment where clients feel safe, supported and motivated.