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It's hard to put into words the monumental difference Marta has made to my life in a few short months! I stumbled upon her and Norwest Pilates convinced there was nothing more I could for the many issues I faced with my body and had accepted that daily, ongoing pain would be something I had to bear with for the rest of my life. At this point I had seen numerous physios, chiros, surgeons, specialists, and sports massage therapists; spending in excess of $10000 on treatments across five years.I attended an initial consult with Marta prior to starting classes and came equipped with my extensive list of issues. Marta took them on with a smile and began breaking down the simplest of movement patterns, immediately addressing weaknesses within my biomechanics and how to correctly adjust. I knew the second she pulled out the anatomy book, she was what had been missing all those years!Marta has a limitless understanding and knowledge of the human anatomy and how it functions, and is extremely passionate about her role - which is evident through her teaching and expertise. She breaks down movements in a way that is not only easy to understand how to do, but easy to understand the why behind the movement. She is attentive and intuitive, knowing when and where to push you for individual success. I learn something new about the interconnectedness of the human body each lesson and how to apply this knowledge within daily life.Any expression of gratitude I have for Marta could never be enough! She has changed my life beyond anything I could have ever imagined. Whilst my injuries are still a work in progress, I now only have rare pain flare-ups; something I would have never thought possible. I wish I met her sooner!The world needs more experts like Marta!

Marta is very knowledgeable instructor, having small classes means she’s able to give everyone the time to make sure they’re doing the exercises properly. I highly recommend her classes to anyone, she’s so lovely and her classes helped me so much.

I have been attending Norwest Pilates for 6 months seeking relief from chronic thoracic pain. As a Physiotherapist I cannot believe the difference I have achieved in terms of chronic pain relief, increased muscle strength, improved posture and joint flexibiity. At 68 years of age the improvement in my sense of well being, mobility and joy in movement is amazing. Marta's skill, knowledge and expertise is above reproach and she is both passionate and committed to the best health outcomes for her clients. The classes are small, resulting in personal attention as well as being challenged to work harder for good outcomes. Excellent value for money.

I have attended Norwest Pilates for 10 weeks and having never practiced Pilates before I have found Marta to be full of knowledge and skill in assisting me to achieve a better understanding of both my body and how to gently control specific movements to enhance my recovery. I have gained strength and healing from her gentle guidance and assurance. I highly recommend this studio if you are looking for focused and individual support.

I have been a client of Marta's for almost 6 months and I can't recommend her enough. I came into Marta's studio with terrible lower back pain, bursitis in my right hip, a very weak core and next to no pelvic floor muscle. I was also experiencing terrible cramps in my neck and my calf muscle and all together, felt like my body was shutting down on me. I have been to MANY different physios and chiros over the years, I have also been very active and yet nothing gave me long term relief. I realise now that they were all bandaid solutions and I wasn't targeting the cause of my issues. The years of corporate life (and wearing heels almost every day) had taken a large toll on my body and I simply was not activating the right muscles. The daily pain and tension compounded on my body and left me feeling like It was irrepairable. Marta took me all the way back to the basics. She is very well versed and is both kind and reassuring in her delivery. I have found that attending 2 sessions a week most effective for me. Almost 6 months into my journey and I barely feel any pain in my back and my neck. I have recently discovered the belt" that is my pelvic floor muscle

I found Norwest Pilates a little over a year ago with Marta at the helm one of the most experienced teachers driving the classes. I have had a life changing experience and with the help of Pilates lost nearly 20kg. I am now able to walk again and instead of my back deciding what activities i do I am now back in control of my life and living it to the fullest.Thanks for helping get my life back on track

It was just a strike of good luck that I came across Norwest Pilates and Marta I was tired of not getting results at the gym with the trainer and now within couple of months I have experienced a significant improvement in my knee pain I am able to kneel down again :) I am too young to have this kind of issue as Marta says. She is a wealth of knowledge and I always feel so positive post sessions.

I am so glad I found Marta, she masteres anatomy and body biomechanics and uses this knowledge in her delivery and educating clients. Her Pilates style is a missing link in body work and injury management and prevention I could not recommend more. I am massage therapist and teacher myself and I can see my body getting the right shape and condition it needs and feels amazing after every class.