Donna Furnival

I started my Pilates journey when a climbing Instructor recommended Pilates as a way to improve my climbing, I needed to climb more from my “centre”. I had never heard of Pilates, so I looked for a local studio and dove right in. Within that first year I began my training to become a Teacher. I was fascinated how Pilates made me feel physically, mentally and emotionally. I am a person who LOVES detail and Pilates looked at movement and people’s expression in movement with such detail that my soul was filled with knowledge and excitement. I shifted my focus away from rock climbing to learn as much as possible about Pilates. One of the main things that had attracted me to rock climbing was that every time I got on the rock I felt like I was having a session with my Therapist. The more time I spent climbing, I was practicing what is was to be scared and move through my fear to achieve my goals, this philosophy inspires my Pilates teaching. It is through facing our fear that we have the the ability to grow and become stronger physically, mentally and emotionally. This is why I love teaching; the ability to create the feeling of being scared or insecure within the Pilates repertoire and the challenge of the Pilates equipment, then coaching clients through those exercises and movements to propel them to a place of self empowerment – movement therapy! It is a powerful experience of self development. I enjoy teaching people to achieve this by way of support and encouragement but YOU do the work here at Therapeutic Pilates.

Education & Training

• Body Harmonics Pilates Comprehensive Diploma
• Body Harmonics Functional Anatomy & Biomechanics Specialist
• Body Harmonics Post Rehab Specialist
• Second Wind Pilates Plus Integrated Movement Therapies Diploma
• Balanced Body Core Align 1

Roles at Therapeutic Pilates

Owner & Mentor
Pilates & Movement Teacher
Teacher Trainer
Fish Caretaker & Green Thumb

Anne Baker

Move Well, Be Well, Live Well is my philosophy. I love movement in many forms & love to teach people how to move with greater ease, less restriction and less pain. I believe moving your body is a form of self education, and Pilates is the best avenue for self education. With a background in athletics and dance, I have studied personal training, Pilates, Yoga, Fascial Stretch Therapy & Lifestretch, as well as other modalities. I always come back to Pilates as the foundation for good movement, and consider it a gift to be able to teach others to do the same. I believe Pilates will influence everything you do, and help you do it in a more efficient, adaptable way. I work with a diverse age and ability of clientele as private clients, in semi privates, seniors groups, in home Pilates, or traveling off site to teach large conference groups.

I absolutely LOVE being outside, climbing the hills or snowshoeing. In the summer I can be found paddling a SUP or an outrigger canoe on Georgian Bay and coaching the local Dragon Boat team. During the month of April I teach Pilates and Yoga to people attending Dragon Boat paddle camp in sunny warm Florida.

Education & Training

• Body Harmonics Pilates Comprehensive Diploma
• Body Harmonics Functional Anatomy & Biomechanics Specialist
• Balanced Body Core Align 1
• Life stretch Fascial Stretch Therapy Level 1
• Rocktape Basic and Performance Taping
• Yoga certification, Maureen Rae; Lanee Brown, Whispering Winds.
• Lymphatic Mojo Training, Dr Perry Nickelston
• Can Fit Pro Personal Trainer

Roles at Therapeutic Pilates

Pilates & Movement Teacher
Fascial Stretch Therapist
Dog storyteller
Paddle Aficionado

Paula Pattenden 

I was introduced to Pilates and the Therapeutic Pilates studio in 2015. I had been experiencing extreme lower back pain for over 5 years and this was my last resort to find a solution to alleviate that pain and try and gain some semblance of sleep. My story is somewhat long but suffice it to say that I was amazed at the positive effects that took place. Not only did I find relief from the back pain but other joint pain, as well. I am fascinated learning how simple movements done properly can relieve pain and build strength in both my mind and body! I am excited to continue my Pilates journey personally and professionally by pursuing my comprehensive track training. I am a firm believer that when we move well, we feel great! I look forward to helping you discover the many benefits of Pilates!

Education & Training

• Bachelor of Science
• Medical Laboratory Technologist
• Body Harmonics Pilates Comprehensive Diploma

Roles at Therapeutic Pilates

Pilates & Movement Teacher
Smile Instigator