History
Balnc Pilates represents the culmination of Rena Shields’ 30 years of dedication, evolution, and expertise in movement and wellness. Drawing from her rich experience in classical studios, physiotherapy clinics, and nearly three decades as a studio owner, Rena has developed a unique and integrative approach to Pilates training.
Influenced by the pioneering teachings of Polestar Education, with mentors like Elizabeth Larkham and Brent Anderson, Rena has woven together methodologies from diverse Pilates schools such as Basi Pilates, Stott Pilates, and Physical Mind Pilates. Beyond Pilates, her work is deeply informed by mind-body modalities, including:
Feldenkrais Method: Enhancing awareness and movement efficiency.
Laban Movement Analysis: Exploring the dynamic and expressive qualities of movement.
Craniosacral Work: Promoting balance and subtle energetic alignment.
Balnc Pilates is more than a method; this is a philosophy of mindful movement, designed to restore balance, build strength, and nurture the connection between body and mind. With Rena’s extensive training and innovative perspective, Balnc Pilates offers a transformative experience tailored to each client’s unique needs.
Pilates
Pilates builds strength, mobility, and balance through mindful movement. Whether practiced on the Chair, Reformer, Tower/Trapeze Table, or Mat, each apparatus offers unique resistance and support to challenge the body in different ways. With Suspension integrated into Matwork, Pilates expands into three dimensions, enhancing stability, core control, and freedom of movement.
Pilates Chair
Compact yet powerful, the Chair builds strength, balance, and control through upright, seated, and standing exercises that challenge stability and coordination
Pilates Mat
A foundation of Pilates practice, Matwork uses body weight and precision to improve posture, mobility, and core strength anywhere, anytime
With its spring resistance and sliding carriage, the Reformer offers dynamic, full-body training that supports alignment while deepening strength and flexibility
Pilates Reformer
Pilates Suspension Mat
Elevating Matwork with suspension, this approach engages the body in three dimensions, enhancing core activation, balance, and joint support
Pilates Tower
Using spring resistance from a vertical frame, the Tower provides guided support for elongation, strength, and mobility with versatile movement options
The most versatile apparatus, the Trapeze Table combines stability and support with challenge, offering both therapeutic and athletic applications
Pilates Trapeze Table
