About Body In Sync

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His military background is reflected in his disciplined approach to health and fitness, which began with instruction for aerobics, circuits, step and body conditioning classes in his native South Africa. 

His fitness journey continued when he moved to the US and began training with STOTT PILATES® in 2000. Keen to enhance his understanding and knowledge of how other modalities could be beneficial to his Pilates teaching, he became certified in Yoga, Esalen Massage, Cranial Sacral Therapy and WATSU (water based Shiatsu). This culminated in Rob opening “Body in Sync”, his own Pilates studio in Winthrop, Massachusetts which he built successfully over the next 11 years.

In 2011 Rob moved to the UK where his Pilates training journey continued and resulted in his appointment as a certified Instructor Trainer for Merrithew Health & Fitness, specialising in STOTT PILATES®. Rob is also a Lead Instructor Trainer for Mat, Reformer, Cadillac, Chair, Barrels, and is certified for Injuries and Special Populations, Total Barre®, CORE™ Athletic Conditioning & Performance Training, Halo® Training, Merrithew™ Fascial Movement and ZEN•GA® Matwork and Reformer.

Rob frequently conducts international teaching sessions in South Korea and China, while also leading Merrithew™ courses and workshops for YMCAFit in London.

Rob is passionate about teaching and motivating his clients, which drives him to provide them with careful attention, encouragement and compassion, allowing them to believe in themselves and become the best they can be through exercise.

He has recently fulfilled his vision to open his own Pilates studio in London, with “Body in Sync” located overlooking the Thames in Greenwich.

Aurora, originally from Southern Italy, left her hometown at 11 to pursue her passion for dance. After an injury shifted her path, she found a new calling in Pilates and began her training in 2020. She certified as a STOTT PILATES® Mat and Reformer Instructor, aiming to improve others' well-being.

Aurora teaches private and group classes across London studios, holding certifications in Pre/Postnatal Pilates, ZEN•GA® Matwork, and Total Barre®. She integrates her dance background into her Pilates sessions, creating challenging yet enjoyable classes to help clients achieve their fitness goals with grace and fun.

Shanice is passionate about helping others discover the many benefits of Pilates. Having worked in yoga studios and sports injury clinics, surrounded by a network of dedicated therapists, Shanice understands the importance of taking care of the body and using movement to prevent and heal injuries.

After experiencing the transformative power of Pilates herself, following a flare up of an old injury, Shanice knew she wanted to share her love of this movement practice with others. She recently completed the STOTT PILATES® Reformer training course  and is dedicated to continuing her education and training to provide the highest level of instruction to her clients.

With her friendly and approachable demeanour, Shanice creates a warm and welcoming environment in each of her classes, encouraging her clients to explore their mobility, flexibility, and strength. She meets each client where they are on their journey and guides them towards achieving their personal goals, leaving them feeling inspired and uplifted.

When she’s not doing Pilates, Shanice can be found hosting supper clubs and exploring all things food, art, and design.