The Movement Lab

WELCOME TO THE TEAM, NADINE & DAYNA ⚡️

As we get closer to opening our Bree Street studio, we’ve been growing our team behind the scenes while completing their STOTT PILATES training. You may already recognise these familiar faces from class - and now you can officially book into their classes too✨

They’ll be teaching selected classes in Sea Point and Claremont to start, with their full schedules launching alongside our Bree Street opening 🎀

✨ Meet Nadine Samantha

Nadine graduated from the Waterfront Theatre School in 2016 with a qualification in Musical Theatre and Dance, and has since performed in numerous national and international productions as both a singer and dancer.

After discovering a passion for movement and wellness through teaching Barre in 2019, Nadine made the exciting decision to transition into fitness full-time in 2026, completing her STOTT PILATES Intensive Mat Course along the way.

Alongside Barre and Pilates, Nadine is also a Ride instructor, Step Aerobics instructor, and dance coach. Her classes are energetic, empowering, and guaranteed to leave you feeling strong and confident.

✨ Meet Dayna Green-Thompson

Dayna is a qualified Barre instructor who recently completed her STOTT PILATES Intensive Mat Course. With a background in contemporary and hip-hop dance, movement has always been at the heart of who she is.

Her love for mobility, strength, and intentional movement led her to Barre - a method that beautifully combines Pilates, ballet, mobility, and strength training. Dayna is known for her creative choreography, dynamic compound sequences, and expertly layered Total Barre Amplified classes that challenge coordination while keeping every class fun, energising, and rewarding. 💫

We’re so excited for you to move with them 💃

WELCOMING LICO & KATE TO THE TEAM 🩷

Lico brings over a decade of Pilates and Reformer experience, with comprehensive STOTT PILATES training across Mat, Reformer, Cadillac, Chair, Barrels and Injuries & Special Populations. A former gymnast, her classes are strong, precise and deeply rooted in Pilates principles. Expect full-body movement, core control, challenge and plenty of energy 🔥

Kate brings a unique balance of analytical thinking and movement passion. While continuing her career as a corporate actuary, she has also pursued her love for Pilates - completing her training and stepping into the teaching space with warmth, intention and authenticity. Her classes combine classical Pilates foundations with a modern, contemporary flow designed to leave you feeling stronger, calmer and more connected ✨

Both women bring such incredible energy, passion and care to their teaching, and we can’t wait for our community to move with them from June onwards 💚

See you soon at The Lab ⚡️

PILATES & PALOMAS w/ .tequila ⚡️🫦

Just warming up for First Thursdays at our Bree Street studio 🪩

Thank you .tequila & - we love youuuu 🥹

Mother’s Day will always hold a special place in our hearts ❤️

This business was built by a single mom wanting a future for her daughter and it’s blossomed so beautifully from there. We are so lucky to have Lisa at the helm as a role model for our team and today we celebrate her and all the Moms of The Movement Lab 💐

Moms - you are truly our superheroes ❤️

In honour of Mother’s Day, Lisa + Jess co-taught this morning’s Total Barre Amplified class in Sea Point ⚡️🎀🤝 It wasn’t without the usual squabbles but we had the best time!

We hope all the Moms of The Lab have the most beautiful weekend of celebrations (and even better if that includes a Movement Lab class) 💐

In the wise words of , respect your mother!!

PILATES & PALMOMAS JUST GOT BETTER W/ .tequila ⚡️❤️‍🔥

TUESDAY 19 MAY
5 - 8pm
📍: TML Sea Point

Comment “paloma” and we’ll send you the link to book instantly via WhatsApp & Apple Pay 🫦

Twenty years. Thousands of students. One incredible legacy ❤️

Long before The Movement Lab opened its doors, Lisa and Marelize were already shaping the future of Pilates in South Africa and beyond. This year, as we celebrate our 9th birthday, we’re also celebrating TWENTY years of their dedication, expertise, and heart as Instructor Trainers (now Lead Instructor Trainers) for STOTT PILATES and .

Together, they have guided thousands of students through the journey of becoming instructors. They are the quiet backbone of every quality class we offer, and the driving force behind our world-renowned instructor training courses.

From your students - thank you both!! We are so lucky to have you 🩷