Ziel Pilates Studio

We’re growing our team at Ziel Pilates & Barre and are looking for a qualified Pilates instructor to join us.

The role includes group Mat Pilates classes and private Reformer sessions.

At Ziel, we want our instructors to have their own teaching style while maintaining a high standard of instruction. We’re building a team where people can teach, grow and enjoy being part of the studio.

📍 Winston Park, KwaZulu-Natal
📩 [email protected]

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Adult Ballet at Ziel 🩰

Always wanted to try ballet, but thought you weren't young enough, too rusty, or simply didn’t know where to start?

Our Adult Ballet classes are beginner-friendly and open to everyone — whether you danced years ago or have never taken a ballet class before.

Come and learn the fundamentals of ballet in a relaxed, welcoming environment, while working on strength, posture, coordination, musicality, balance and technique.

Classes are taught by Hannah van Lennep, ISTD Associate Ballet Teacher, and are suitable for all levels.

📍 Ziel Pilates Studio, Winston Park
🩰 Mondays | 18:15–19:15
🩰 Tuesdays | 08:15–09:15
✨ Free trial session available

If ballet has always been something you wanted to try, this is your sign to come through and give it a go.

Register: [email protected] | 073 164 7750

That feeling after a Pilates class.

You know the one.

That lovely combination of feeling like you’ve worked, but also like your body has somehow exhaled. Your muscles feel warm, your spine feels a little freer, and you leave feeling more connected to yourself than when you walked in.

And a big part of that experience is simply being on the mat.

The feel of the surface against your skin. The texture under your hands and feet. The little bit of cushioning beneath your spine as you roll, stretch and move. The grip that lets you feel secure without taking away that connection to the floor.

It’s not something you necessarily think about while you’re moving — and maybe that’s the point.

You can just settle in, breathe, move and feel.

Pilates was originally created for men.

Joseph Pilates developed his method in the early 20th century, initially working with soldiers, athletes and performers. His approach focused on building strength, control, mobility and efficient movement rather than simply increasing muscle size.

The Reformer was designed as part of this system, using spring resistance to develop strength through a full range of motion while improving coordination, balance and body awareness. These principles remain just as relevant today, whether you're training for sport, recovering from injury or looking to move better in everyday life.

While Pilates has often been associated with women in recent decades, its origins tell a different story. At its core, Pilates has always been about helping people move with greater strength, precision and resilience.

At Ziel Pilates & Barre, we welcome everyone, because quality movement isn't defined by gender. It's defined by how well your body functions.

There's something special about a room full of adults choosing to dance.

Not because anyone is chasing perfection. Not because anyone has to be there. But because, after a long day, they chose to make time for themselves.

Adult ballet is about so much more than learning steps. It's about moving with intention, challenging your mind and body, sharing a laugh when things don't go to plan, and celebrating the small wins together.

Week after week, this little community will continue to grow. Different ages, different backgrounds, different experiences—but all welcomed exactly as they are.

No pressure. No judgement. Just good teaching, beautiful movement, and people cheering each other on.

Our very first Adult Ballet class is officially done! 🩰

Thank you to everyone who joined us today. Whether you came back to ballet after years away or stepped into a ballet class for the first time, we're so happy you were there.

This is just the beginning, and we can't wait to see your confidence, strength and love for dance grow with every class. Here's to many more Tuesdays at the barre.

It's all fun and games until the loops come out. 💚

Proof that we actually read your messages.

Monday 6:15 pm Adult Ballet is officially on the timetable! 🩰