About me
I am a Pilates instructor and movement specialist with a focus on therapeutic Pilates. I have specialised training in myofascial release through movement therapy, pelvic floor health and pelvic movement, Pilates for scoliosis and sport, as well as pre- and postnatal Pilates. I am also one of the very few movement teachers in South Africa being trained in the Franklin Method focused on functional strength and health of the pelvis and pelvic floor. Applying the knowledge I gained from these various certifications in different modalities, science-based education and personal experience, I work to connect clients to their bodies not only with the aim of improving their practice on the mat but also to develop their strength, alignment, range of movement and ease in all other areas of life. My approach is centred on strengthening the muscles and joints, but I also look further than the musculoskeletal system, working with the neuromuscular and fascial systems to restore balance in the body and the nervous system. I empower my clients to relearn movement in a way that creates freedom and ease in their bodies, boosts energy and supports longevity.
I hold a PhD in Philosophy, and before becoming a movement teacher I worked in academia as philosopher and gender scholar. It is this deep interest in the rich complexity of lived embodiment and how we as humans exist in the world with others, that informs my approach to therapeutic movement.
What I do
I use Pilates, enhanced with other modalities like myofascial release through movement, to guide people to connect with their bodies, cultivate strength and show up more aligned and with less pain in the rest of their lives.
How you can work with me
I am based at The Ivy Room, a beautiful boutique studio in the heart of Sea Point (Cape Town), where I offer group mat classes as well as private- or semi private classes on the mat and the reformer.
Rates per hour
Private
R 750 - pay as you go
R680 - if paid in advance on the 1st of every month
Group classes
Please check The Ivy Room website for rates and schedule.
Semi-private duo (2 persons)
R 500 per person - pay as you go
R430 per person - if paid in advance on the 1st of every month
TERMS AND CONDITIONS
All fees are due at the end of each month, in advance, to secure your place for the upcoming month.
Your payment serves as your booking confirmation for that month’s sessions.
A session can be rescheduled in due notice (no less than 24 hours in advance) – subject to availability - within two weeks after the original session. A changed/rescheduled session can not be transferred to the following month.
If you are unable to make up a missed session, that session will be forfeited.
No refunds will be issued for missed sessions unless agreed upon under exceptional circumstances. Payments made for bookings are generally non-refundable and non-transferable. Please keep in mind that your cancelled booking could have been allocated to someone else.
If I, as your teacher, am unable to attend a session, I will either credit the missed session on your next invoice or refund the value directly if you are not continuing with lessons the following month.
Please note that discounted rates are only applicable if payments are made in advance. Alternatively, normal drop-in rates will apply.
Testimonials
"Pilates with Azille strikes the perfect balance between where you're at and challenging you to go further. I found her knowledge and attentiveness so helpful not just in getting the exercises right but also in fine-tuning my internal sense of my own body. Her classes led to improvements in my posture, my sitting-related back pain, and my form in weight training. Highly recommended!"
Vasti Calitz
"Moving with Azille gave me a safe and welcoming space in which to start unraveling challenges I've had with my body and the way I move through the world."
Emile Cronjé
"Pilates with Azille has transformed my overall strength and flexibility, while her tailored approach has protected my vulnerable lower back throughout. And she teaches me new tricks with every lesson - it's a moment I look forward to every week!"
Martine Steyn
Why choose me
Through a deep knowledge of traditional Pilates as well as other movement modalities, I guide clients to develop a rigorous, holistic and enjoyable movement practice that helps them thrive in their bodies by fostering strength, long term mobility and ease of movement in all areas of life.
I am deeply committed to each client's process and progress, cultivating a supported, energising and empowering space for clients according to their specific needs and levels of strength and fitness.
Contact me
Reach out to me for inquiries, bookings, or any questions you may have.