MANGAWHAI REFORMER PILATES
WELCOME
Located in the Village, Mangawhai Reformer Pilates is a boutique studio offering both private and group sessions.
Every session is delivered with a priority on innovation and education to help you become the most confident, empowered version of yourself in a warm and supportive environment.
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Owner and Instructor
Petra Kovacova
I started my Pilates journey in 2012, but it took rehabilitation after a bad knee injury in 2019 for me to realise the true value of Reformer and not long after that, I founded Mangawhai Reformer Pilates.
My background reaches as far as working as a personal trainer, ski and snowboarding instructor, or competing in athletics and aerobics. My passion for movement and the impact of my work on my client's well-being makes me genuinely excited and motivated to do what I'm doing. Since beginning my teaching journey with Reformer, I have completed the following qualifications: STOTT certification in Reformer and Cadillac, Dynamic Reformer, TOTAL BARRE, The P3 Method, Rehabilitation and Pregnancy certification.
I am a gypsy at heart with a big love for travel. I left my home - Czechia, back in 2006 and lived in many countries since. I am a fan of many sports, and in my spare time, you'll find me boarding through the snow in the mountains or riding a downhill bike with my partner Ben. We settled in Mangawhai in 2017 and we're grateful to call this beautiful beachside town our home.
TESTIMONIALS
“I love going to my reformer classes with Petra. She makes it hard but fun every time, with lots of variety in the exercises. Highly recommend.”
- Charlotte J.
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I wanted to say how excellent I think your classes are. I certainly know that I and many others have benefitted and from your time and expertise.
- Annette D.
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Love your sense of humor, the ladies in the class, and the level of personal attention.
- Sue C.
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I love your personality I think you are very warm and inviting and very funny, you know how to keep us motivated in the classes and we can still have a laugh without getting stitches.
- Hannah H.
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We really enjoyed the class, right pace and right difficulty for us. Appreciated your approach to instructing too. Will definitely be back if holidaying in Mangawhai in future.
- Jeremy
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Petra is caring, energetic and enthusiastic and has a great sense of humour. She is the best fitness instructor I have ever worked with. I am so much stronger than I was when I first joined her classes.
- Paula F.
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Thanks Petra for your fantastic training and getting me on the road to some fitness..I am very grateful. X
- Torey L.
Owner and instructor
Petra Kovacova
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Hi, I am Luke, and I grew up in South Africa. I lived in England and moved to New Zealand in 2010.
Coming from a very active family, I was pushed into sports from the moment I could walk. You'll find me in the surf in summer, the snow in winter and on the golf course all year round.
I have been doing yoga for the last 35 years and Pilates for the last 6 years.
I started Pilates for rehabilitation, and it has helped me to be able to do things I love.
That's where I can see myself as an instructor, being able to help clients with their rehabilitation and keep them living the life they deserve.
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