Catherine Calais

Experienced Pilates instructor with extensive background in professional ballet dancing and fitness training. Specializing in rehabilitation, sports enhancement, and working with diverse client populations including elderly individuals and those with disabilities. Founded and managed successful Pilates business with loyal clientele. Fluent in English, Afrikaans, and Dutch.

Pilates Instructor and Business Owner at Sea Point Pilates Studio (2005-01 – 2021-12)

Built and managed own Pilates business with purchased equipment and dedicated studio space. Focused on working with people with disabilities, sports injuries, sports enhancement, and elderly clients. Restructured business in 2011 to include subcontractors. Took time off from 2015-2017 as full-time mother.

• Built loyal and well-respected brand through word of mouth marketing
• Specialized in rehabilitation for injuries, disabilities, sports enhancement
• Managed studio operations and client relations
• Restructured business model in 2011 to include subcontractors
• Provided full-time teaching and administration services

Studio Manager and Instructor at The Pilates Rehabilitation Studio (2004-09 – 2004-12)

Managed the Pilates studio and taught clients whilst the owner was away.

• Full studio management responsibilities
• Client instruction and care

Pilates Instructor at The Pilates Centre of the Benelux (2004-07 – 2004-09)

Taught all aspects of Pilates as a fully qualified instructor as part of Pilates Certification Program completion.

• Full Pilates instruction across all apparatus
• Individual and group training

Apprentice Pilates Teacher at The Pilates Centre of the Benelux (2003-03 – 2004-06)

Apprentice teaching whilst studying Pilates Certification Program. Logged 700+ hours of teaching experience.

• Apprenticeship training in Pilates instruction
• 700+ hours of logged teaching experience
• Part of professional certification program

Professional Ballet Dancer at Cape Town City Ballet (1994-01 – 2000-12)

Professional ballet dancer performing in shows and performances, entertaining important sponsors at functions, interacting with the press, and supporting the Arts Council.

• Professional ballet performances
• Client and sponsor entertainment
• Press relations
• Arts Council support

Teachers Training Certification in Pilates - New York Method – The Pilates Centre of the Benelux (2001-01 – 2004-09)

Performers Certificate in Dance – University of Cape Town (1991-01 – 1994-12)

High School Diploma in General Education – Ridge Park College (1985-01 – 1991-12)