MEET OUR TEAM
Nicky Kiel
Founder and Instructor
Nicky is a dedicated instructor on a mission to empower individuals to become the strongest versions of themselves both physically and mentally. With a deep-rooted love for Pilates, Nicky discovered its transformative power in fostering a profound connection between mind and body through mindful movement.
Nicky’s teaching philosophy revolves around dynamic workouts that not only build strength and elevate heart rate but also offer moments of stillness and focus on breath. Driven by a passion for helping others unlock their full potential, Nicky creates a supportive and nurturing environment where clients can flourish.
Through Kiel x VRTUS, Nicky endeavours to create a homely, welcoming, semi private style reformer studio, with the energy and vibe of a larger group reformer studios. Similar to VRTUS, community remains at the core of Kiel x VRTUS, promoting healthy bodies, healthy minds and longevity rather than a particular aesthetic as motivation for movement. Nicky draws inspiration from healing modalities such as meditation and breathwork.
Nicky obtained her mat and reformer Pilates instructor certification from the Australian Physiotherapy and Pilates Institute and a Bachelor Degree with Honours in Psychology from the University of Queensland, and looks forward to broadening her studies on her quest to learn everything she can about the human body and mind!
Beyond the studio, Nicky is a mum of two, and loves spending time with her family and friends at the beach.
INSTRUCTOR
Brianna Walton
Meet Brianna, reformer pilates instructor and registered nurse. She is passionate about all elements of health and wanted to better the lives of others in a way that helps them in their everyday life.
Brianna combines her knowledge and passion for health to assist clients to thrive from the inside out. Brianna’s top priority is to not only help you gain strength and resilience through pilates but to connect you to your body, mind and soul in each session - with a little spice!
INSTRUCTOR
Tia Eddy
Tia has a lifelong passion for movement and fitness, which began with a background in dance. At the age of 17, a significant injury led her to a year of rehabilitation. This experience not only helped her regain her strength but also introduced Tia to Pilates.
Her teaching style can be encapsulated in three words: Flow, Challenge, and Burn. Each session is designed to offer a seamless flow of movements, presenting challenges that push clients beyond their comfort zones, and ensuring a satisfying burn that signifies progress and strength. Clients love Tia for her seamless, flowing sequences that allow you to strengthen each area of the body in every class.
The most rewarding aspect of being a Pilates instructor for Tia is witnessing her clients' strength and improvement. She finds joy in seeing clients challenge themselves and surpass their own expectations, making every moment in the studio worthwhile.
INSTRUCTOR
Hannah Twigger
Hannah is originally from the UK and passionate about introducing her clients to the wonders of Pilates and guiding them through its numerous benefits in her sessions.
Get ready for high energy, fun sessions packed with challenging workouts that will leave you feeling the burn! Hannah focuses on boosting strength and flexibility through Pilates in her classes and can’t wait to see you in the studio soon.