Marcia Milgate

Marcia moved to the Cayman Islands in 1997 where she has lived and raised a family ever since. She was introduced to Pilates more than 24 years ago and she was instantly hooked. In 2018, Marcia completed her BASI Global Comprehensive certification, as well as a BASI Injuries and Pathologies and Pre/Postnatal Movement through Pilates. Growing up in competitive sport and through her years as an avid runner, she has had to battle several injuries. Eventually 2 hip surgeries challenged her to find the right balance in her fitness routine which now includes Pilates, strength training, walking and still some running. Marcia's personal experience with injury rehabilitation, as well as maintaining her fitness while managing a family, gives her a unique perspective and empathy for those dealing with similar issues. To her Pilates is a functional tool to help you build strength, agility, flexibility and manage pain.  Training your brain to engage the right muscle groups which allow you to improve and successfully return to the activities you love is the goal.  Maintaining an active lifestyle is very important to Marcia and she believes that you should find an activity that you love and do it for life! 

Deanna Smith

After working for over 5 years as a Kinesiologist in Canada, Deanna moved to Grand Cayman in 2003 and has been teaching Pilates and fitness in Cayman since 2008. She is a Stott Pilates Certified Instructor trained in Mat Work, Reformer, Chair and Cadillac and holds a Bachelors Degree in Kinesiology. Deanna is Titleist Performance Institute Certified. She has experience training people dealing with a variety of injuries including post-physio rehab, lower back issues and general postural issues through her work in Physiotherapy and Chiropractic clinics in Canada. Deanna is an active runner, swimmer and stand up paddleboarder and more recently has added cycling into the mix to balance it all out! Deanna knows Pilates is an ABSOLUTE winner when it comes to helping improve mobility, stability, mindfulness and core strength in anyone, no matter what their age or physical ability and is a true believer that Pilates has something to offer everybody.

Shandré Pretorius

Shandré is a dedicated and passionate Biokineticist hailing from sunny South Africa, with eight years of experience in her field. Her commitment to enhancing her client’s quality of life is evident in her comprehensive approach to health and wellness. Shandré is also a STOTT comprehensive trained Pilates instructor on all apparatus, with four years of teaching experience. As a qualified Biokineticist, Shandré has worked with a diverse range of clients, each with unique conditions and goals. Her expertise allows her to tailor individualized programs that help her clients become pain-free and achieve their personal milestones. Her classes are designed to improve flexibility, strength, and balance, contributing to her client’s overall wellbeing. Beyond her professional life, Shandré embraces an active lifestyle, finding joy in activities such as rock climbing, aerial arts, and regular gym workouts. Her enthusiasm for movement and fitness is contagious, and she inspires those around her to lead healthier, more active lives.

Nicki Whitehouse

Nicki has over 25 years of experience as a Pilates Instructor teaching in the UK. Her extensive background in dance includes a BA & MA in Performing Arts (specializing in Dance). She is a fully certified Pilates instructor with Body Control and is qualified to teach on all equipment from beginners to advanced. She is also a Level 3 Pilates Bone Health/Osteoporosis Instructor and Level 3 Pre/Postnatal instructor. Nicki’s extensive teaching experience and knowledge allows her to work with a wide variety of clients and numerous physical conditions. Other specialties include Pilates for golf, scoliosis, hypermobility, fibromyalgia, breast cancer rehab, MS, children and older persons. When Nicki is not teaching, she can be found enjoying some of her other pastimes including scuba diving (she is a qualified scuba dive master), golf, paddleboarding and dancing.

Abigail Alston

Abigail comes to us from the UK and as a certified mat work and reformer instructor. Abigail is an active runner; having completed 2 half marathons, as well as an avid horse rider and skier for the past 10 years. Throughout her life, Abigail has always been passionate about sports and movement, and this enthusiasm translates into her teaching.