First of all, a huge thanks to everyone who has helped me a lot on my journey of Polestar, especially Maree, Emily, Jo, and Shanelle – our greatest educator group!

Then I would like to thank myself, I have put myself deeply diving into Polestar pilates during the past 3 years and gained a lot on a knowledge basis.

It is definitely a great choice for you if you want to know more about the body and the movement!

Becoming a Mat Pilates instructor with Polestar Pilates has been a truly rewarding experience! The course offers in-depth learning with a strong focus on the science of movement, biomechanics, and anatomy. It’s not just about teaching exercises but understanding the why behind every movement, which has given me the confidence to guide clients effectively and safely.

Polestar’s approach is both scientific and holistic. They emphasise a client-centered method that integrates mindfulness and alignment, ensuring every session is tailored to individual needs. The educators and mentors are exceptional—passionate, knowledgeable, and genuinely supportive of your learning journey.

It took me a little time to grasp the Principles of Movement, however I now appreciate how essential that foundational knowledge is. Having completed the Mat certification, I feel it’s given me a real advantage as I continue my studies with the Comprehensive Studio course.

Overall, Polestar Pilates offers a comprehensive, inspiring, and high-quality training experience. I couldn’t recommend it more for anyone serious about becoming a Pilates instructor.

When I decided to do my reformer pilates training I chose Polestar NZ because it was recommend to me by someone whose classes I loved attending. It was the best decision I made. I originally decided to do the training for ‘fun’ – to see if it was something I wanted to pursue. After the first weekend intensive I was hooked and am now on the journey to change careers. The mentors at Polestar NZ are not only experts in what they were teaching us but they were also so incredibly kind and helpful. Studying again can be daunting but they made it feel like it was achievable and that they were there to support every step of the way. I came out of my training with Polestar with a whole new view of what Pilates is and what it can do for people. I am so grateful for the mentors at Polestar NZ and I can’t wait to continue my education with Polestar.

I have completed the Mat, Reformer, Mat and Reformer mentoring and the Comprehensive series through Polestar. I love the depth of knowledge I’ve gained about anatomy and movement. The resources and ongoing education are fantastic. I feel very well qualified to work with peoples bodies and understand different pathologies that may present. This training challenges you to go deeper and become very professional. I am very grateful.

I would like to express my heartfelt gratitude to Polestar Pilates in Auckland for the incredible experience I’ve had during the six-weekend- 12 days course. The dedication and expertise of our mentors—Maree, Emily, and Jo—have made all the difference. Their wealth of teaching experience and patient guidance have inspired us to become educators ourselves.

I chose Polestar Pilates because of its focus on understanding body structure and movement principles, as well as the in-depth study of anatomy. This course is not just about learning how to perform exercises; it offers over a month of reflection and understanding after each class, allowing us to truly connect with our bodies.

I know many potential students may hesitate, thinking, “I’m not flexible” or “I don’t have a rich background in this.” I want to reassure you that Polestar Pilates is a choice you will not regret.

Pilates is a journey of dialogue with your body. Among the many relationships in our lives, the one we have with our own bodies is the longest. So take a moment to pause, give yourself the time to listen to your heartbeat and the flow of your blood, and you will discover a different side of yourself.

Thank you, Polestar Pilates& mentors Maree, Emily, and Jo, for this transformative experience!

GIGI