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Pilates for disabled, injured & marginalized people.
Regardless of disability, injury, identification or sexual orientation - you deserve to feel seen, heard & welcome when you workout.
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Welcome to Pilates By Norah - Your Personal Pilates Sanctuary.
We believe in the power of movement, strength, and exercise to transform lives. Our classes are designed to be patient, creative, and calm, ensuring a welcoming environment for everyone. No matter your ability, fitness level, size, or medical condition, we adapt Pilates to suit you. Let's embark on this journey of wellness together
HI! I'M NORAH, YOUR DISABLED PILATES INSTRUCTOR.
As a disabled, chronically ill, and queer instructor, I've built a wellness space where everyone feels safe and comfortable. Clients consistently share that they feel seen and heard in a way they haven't before.
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“Norah is a gentle but firmly encouraging instructor. She always tailors the session to what her clients need and ensures that everyone is comfortable and addresses any pain issues. She is always full of great suggestions for what ails you, whether it is something you can do while sitting at your desk or lying in your bed. I would highly recommend Norah to anyone looking to improve their fitness, flexibility and confidence with Pilates.”
SO WHO IS PILATES FOR? 
PEOPLE LIKE AMANDA...
who found relief from knee pain after just four classes. And Joan who reduced back pain by strengthening her core and improving hip mobility
PEOPLE LIKE CLAIRE...
who experienced a smoother labor and recovery
PEOPLE LIKE OLIVE...
who was seeking shoulder comfort pre-top surgery, found relief in our classes.
⇢ OPTIONS FOR EVERY BODY ⇠
Looking for an opportunity to practice pilates on YOUR time? The Pilates for EVERY Body membership is right for you. The membership is perfect for beginners and people who want to deepen their pilates practice.
30 DAYS OF PILATES FOR $7
1:1 classes allows us to dive into your specific needs and tailor each and every session to help you achieve your personal goals. Wether you're just getting started, wanting to move your body, feel stronger or looking for pain management - we can work together to create a plan that's perfect for you.
1:1 CLASSES
You can do Pilates if you have a disability. Manage your pain and discomfort, heal your injuries, boost your energy, and make your everyday life easier. You don’t have to be flexible or strong to start. Just show up.
PILATES FOR DISABILITY
Pilates can help make your pregnancy more comfortable. We use props, supports, and gentle exercise so you feel safe and pain-free. Pilates during pregnancy makes for an easier, safer labour and delivery, and faster recovery time.
PRENATAL PILATES
THE RESULTS
YOU CAN EXPECT
PAIN MANAGEMENT
Wether you're pregnant, experiencing whiplash, struggling with arthritis or any other nagging symptoms you want relief from.
STRENGTH
From strengthening your core, posture, or just feel like you're able to keep up with the day-to-day requirements from your body.
HEALTHIER LIFESTYLE
Go from feeling exhausted to energized. Pilates allows you to move your body, help you exercise regularly and achieve your health and wellness goals.
I work with clients who have a variety of different disabilities and conditions: arthritis, Erb’s palsy, spinal stenosis, vertigo, stroke, cancer, bulimia, diabetes, ADHD, and COPD. Clients use Pilates to ease their aches and pains and manage their symptoms.
REHAB PILATES
Start on the reformer if you’re injured or have been in an accident. Equipment provides gentle support for your classes. It treats everything from whiplash to foot fractures (you can even do classes while you have a boot or cast on!) The weight of the equipment quickly helps you develop coordination, body control, balance, and strength.
REFORMER PILATES
Want to have better balance? You’ll need stronger abs, faster reflexes, and to ease your body out of fight or flight mode. The mat is one of the fastest places to build core strength, get a much stronger upper body, ease hip pain, and tone that tushy. If you can’t access reformer classes – the mat works just as well, delivering a low-impact full body workout.
MAT PILATES
⇢ WHAT PEOPLE ARE SAYING ⇠
Rotator cuff injuries
In the fall of 2019, my sister in law told me she found a Pilates instructor she really enjoyed working with. I finally pushed myself to go and find out what all the hype was about. I met Norah, and we instantly clicked. She was kind, thorough, and patient.
At 65 years old, I suffered with spinal stenosis and needed some self assurance that Pilates would be beneficial for me. Within a few meetings, I looked forward to each class more and more. Over the last three years, between Covid and other interruptions, I have gained my self worth back, strengthened my core, regained a lot of my balance issues, and have lost over 55 pounds. I still do mat exercises every other day, and arm and back exercises alternate days. Plus I walk 2 miles seven days a week.
I wish Norah hadn’t moved away, but she showed me how Pilates is a lifestyle that really works. Anyone, in particularly if you are stiff, achy, and think this isn’t for you, YOU ARE WRONG. It is a gentle form of movement with great breathing techniques. Give it a chance – you will thank yourself for getting off the couch.
DONNA LARNER
Arthritis
As a senior with numerous medical ailments, I was weary of pain and sluggishness. I was very fortunate to find Norah. It was with some trepidation, but I bit the bullet and we started a life changing one on one Pilates. She taught me how to breathe, stretch, move limbs that were stiff and aching. After our first session I was dreading the pain that was surely to follow. I was astounded! I experienced no negative after-effects and quite the opposite was uplifted.
Eventually my body became stronger and so did my slight depression. Norah is highly skilled and tailored my movements to accommodate my age and abilities. She is highly recommended and I encourage anyone, at any age, with any disability to give her the opportunity to teach the fundamentals of Pilates.
BONNIE PENNER
Hypermobility
Norah is a fabulous Pilates instructor. I've been working with her for almost a year to build strength and deal with pain as someone with hypermobility. She tailors the class to what her students need and is always willing to explain each move to help you get the most out of it and avoid injury. She's extremely accommodating of differences and accepting of marginalized folks who might not have access to or feel comfortable in a typical studio space. She's a kind, caring, and fun person to work with. I always feel better both physically and mentally after a class with her!
MARCO REDDEN
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