**Pilates Classes**
"I've tried every sport and fitness class available over the last 15 years and it wasn't until I started classes with Heather that I really became in tune with my body and how to make it work for me."
Christa Tazzeo
"I have been taking classes with Heather for over three years now. She is a dynamic and very knowledgable instructor who has helped me improve my general health and overall sense of well-being."
Kathy S.
"Heather's tips on Ab work have actually made a difference in flattening and tightening my abs. Even after 3 kids!"
Brenda Callaghan
"Heather is the most amazing instructor! She is fun, lively and very
entertaining. Her technical knowledge of muscles combined with her
experience teaching Pilates makes for an informative and effective class.
It's wonderful to be able to do the equivalent of 100 sit ups in just 5
minutes! Her skill as a Professional Movement Therapist translates into a class workout that is safe for my body and helps me move easily through my busy day. I always enjoy Heather's class, get a great workout and have fun."
Pat K.
"Heather’s introduction to Pilates course has been great! Heather explains
and demonstrates the exercises in a clear and concise manner ensuring that
her students are not only able to perform the exercises correctly, but
understand the reasoning behind the exercises.
Heather makes the classes fun and enjoyable with her sense of humour. The
classes move along quickly and are over far too quickly! Heather stresses a strengthening the core muscles and since taking lessons
with Heather, I have noticed a firming and toning of the abdominal area.
Numerous people have commented on my ‘weight loss’, but I attribute my
trimmer look to the Pilates exercises. This is a program I want to
continue!"
Karen N.
**Movement Infused Pilates DVD**
"I have watched the DVD and just love it! Heather's instructions make sense and because I do have back issues, I really appreciate her explanations of each and every pose. The 'learning the essentials' section is excellent because I can keep going back just by clicking on that section and re-do the position until I get it. The breathing lesson is so good and a I can practise that at anytime. I'm so happy that I ordered it!"
Linda Bonner
**Workshops/Retreats**
"Very usable information. Excellent presenter!"
Student with City of Mississauga
"Great workshop. Very useful tips, class demonstrations and partner work. Heather’s past experience adds a lot to her credibility.
She gave a well-rounded, practical workshop."
Elaine R.
"This is the type of workshop we need more of – small, useful tips to encourage members to use good, safe form for effective results! Tremendous!"
MaryAnn C.
"It was one of the best workshops I have had with the City. Excellent! We need more presenters like Heather."
Student with City of Mississauga
"Heather gave a wonderful, educational workshop to the fitness instructors. She is a great presenter.
It was awesome!"
Recreational Programmer
**Pain & Movement Therapy**
"Dear Heather:
I just wanted to write a letter to thank you for all your help. When we had our first session you saw my right arm/shoulder/neck were causing me a lot of discomfort and had been for the better part of a year. After only a few sessions with you my mobility and pain were greatly relieved and now I’m happy to be able to do the many activities I’m used to doing.
I am a very active person with my running, my weights and my newest passion – dragon boating having my body work for me is extremely important to me. I cannot imagine my life without activity. I realize that active people are also prone to injury and after learning so much from you regarding injuries and prevention I have added your stretches to my daily regime to maintain my mobility and to keep me doing the things I love to do.
Movement therapy is a new science but it seems so logical and it so not invasive and I would recommend your sessions to anyone who needs help with sore joints, or muscles or your basic sports injury. I found it so interesting that even though my pain point was my arm you determined the injury actually started in my hip flexors which is a result of my running. As I said, active people are prone to injury!!!
I wish you great success in your pursuit to make people aware of your practice and I intend to recommend your services at every opportunity.
Thanks again."
Susan Taylor
"Three years ago I was suffering from extreme neck, shoulder and back pain. After a visit to my Doctor, I was sent to have X-rays. It was discovered that I have osteo-arthritis and quite sever focal degenerative disc disease at C5-6 in my spine.
My doctor then recommended that I begin Physiotherapy right away. I did and after 6 long months, I was still in a lot of pain. I happened to mention my problem to Heather during a Healing Stone Massage appointment I had with her. After discussing my problem and showing her the Radiology report, she was sure she could help me. The only thing I had to lose was pain, so I figured why not! After a few weeks of Myofascial and Movement Therapy with Heather, I was beginning to feel better. In less than 3-4 months, I was almost pain free! By doing simple stretches and gentle movement exercises each day that Heather taught me, I am now pain free
Thank you, Heather!"
Marilyn Lindsay
Mississauga Ontario
"I have been looking for Heather for many years. I didn't know her name or exactly what she did, but I have been looking.
In the process of looking I went through years of personal training, physical therapy, chiropractic care with muscle stimulation, osteopathic treatment and orthopaedic care. None of these practitioners understood what I needed when I told them that I didn't know how to walk.
Finally, I found Heather. She understood my words, my needs and my goals. She is teaching me how to move properly through myofascial therapy, movement therapy/exercise and explanation.
For the first time in years my body is relaxed and at ease. I still have work to do in order to reach my goal of effortless walking; but, now I have the tools with which to accomplish my goals.
After a lifetime spent trying to improve physically from childhood polio, I am finally making progress. I have been seeing Heather for three months. Can you understand why I think her work is miraculous?"
Janet Burgess
