Nicole is a qualified Matwork Pilates instructor, having completed her training with the Australian Physiotherapy & Pilates Institute (APPI), whose approach combines Pilates principles with a strong foundation in physiotherapy and rehabilitation.

With a background in dance and swimming spanning many years, Nicole has always had a passion for movement and physical activity. Today, she continues to enjoy an active lifestyle through regular gym training, further developing her interest in strength, mobility and the benefits of exercise.

Nicole’s passion for Pilates began long before she became an instructor. Having attended Pilates classes taught by her mum, Lynne Midwinter, at Physio & Therapies for several years, she experienced first-hand the positive impact Pilates could have on strength, mobility, confidence and overall wellbeing.

Seeing the improvements in both herself and others attending the classes inspired Nicole to pursue her own qualification, with the aim of helping others experience those same benefits.

With her own background in dance, swimming and fitness, Nicole has a particular interest in how Pilates can complement sporting activities, support performance, develop strength and movement control, and contribute to reducing injury risk. She is especially keen to further develop her knowledge and experience in sports rehabilitation, with an interest in working with golfers, cricketers, footballers, dancers, swimmers and runners.

Alongside her sporting interests, Nicole is passionate about making Pilates accessible and enjoyable for everyone, regardless of age, ability or previous experience. She believes that movement should be adapted to the individual, allowing everyone to work comfortably and confidently at their own level.

She has even taught her grandad, who is in his 90s, adapting exercises to include chair-based Pilates to accommodate his difficulty standing for longer periods. For Nicole, this is a wonderful example of how Pilates can be adapted to suit different needs and stages of life.

Nicole offers both group Pilates classes and individual 1:1 sessions, creating a friendly, welcoming and supportive environment where exercises can be tailored to individual abilities and goals.

Whether you’re completely new to Pilates, returning to exercise, looking to complement your sporting activities or simply wanting to improve your strength and mobility, Nicole aims to help you feel confident, supported and enjoy every step of your Pilates journey.