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Meet Nesta

Nesta Graupner is an Internationally Certified Polestar Pilates instructor and is part of the Polestar facility.

Nesta is also a certified BASI™ Pilates instructor with a deep-rooted passion for movement, wellness, and holistic health. Her mission is to guide individuals toward physical vitality, mental clarity, and emotional well-being through the transformative power of Pilates.

With a strong foundation in classical ballet, Nesta began her journey into body movement and anatomical alignment at a young age. She trained extensively and graduated with advanced distinction from the Royal Academy of Dancing, later performing internationally in Madrid, Mallorca, and Barcelona, as well as competing on a global stage in Miami, USA. As a principal dancer and celebrated adagio star, Nesta earned international acclaim for her strength, grace, and discipline.

Driven by her love for movement and a desire to help others, Nesta transitioned into Pilates. She completed her initial training with the Institute for Fitness Professionals before advancing through the globally recognized BASI Pilates Mat and Comprehensive Course (Body Arts & Science International). Continuing her pursuit of excellence, she earned further certification through Polestar Pilates International and is now part of the Polestar Faculty, currently completing her Educator qualification.

Nesta brings to her teaching a profound understanding of human anatomy, movement mechanics, and individualised progression. Her sessions are shaped by years of experience, a commitment to continuous education, and a genuine dedication to her clients' growth and recovery.

She regularly attends workshops and training seminars to remain at the forefront of Pilates methodology, rehabilitation techniques, and holistic health. Nesta’s intuitive teaching style, coupled with her technical precision, empowers clients of all ages and abilities to move better, feel stronger, and live more fully.

Her boutique studio is based in Magaliessig, conveniently located near Fourways and Lonehill.

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Our Services

Private, Duo & Group Classes

Private and Duo classes are mat and equipment based.
Group classes are mat based, with small equipment.

Our private one-on-one sessions are crafted just for you, with your unique goals in mind. Our duo classes pair two clients in a program thoughtfully designed to suit both bodies. And if you're after fun, energy, and new friendships, our group classes are the perfect way to dive into Pilates and connect with a like-minded community!

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Booty-Barre

Group Classes

Booty-Barre is a dynamic fusion of Pilates, dance, and yoga—designed to sculpt, tone, and energize your entire body. This vibrant, full-body workout brings the best of movement disciplines together in one exhilarating class. Led by Nesta, one of South Africa’s first certified Booty-Barre instructors, you're in expert hands. Best of all? It’s priced just like our Pilates group classes—premium movement, accessible luxury.

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Group Reformer Classes

Group Classes

Elevate your practice with our dynamic group reformer class—a powerful, full-body workout designed to challenge, strengthen, and transform. Experience the energy of the group paired with the precision of the Reformer for results you can feel.

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Athletes Challenge - Enhance your Sport

Challenging classes. Private classes with large equipment.

May it be for conquest and winning, personal goals or just feeling and looking great, if you want to be truly one with your body Pilates is the answer. From agility to strength it will develop your performance level through the correction of muscle-disparity, improve your core, increase your power and mobility and keep your natural (and correct) body-alignment at premium. If it be golf, swimming, cycling or running, you will find that extra reserve you always knew you had but just couldn’t access. Pilates will teach you how to be in charge of your body from head to toe. Though injuries are part of most athletes’ sporting-lives, Pilates can reduce that risk significantly.

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Corporate Classes

Group Classes

Bring balance, energy, and focus into your workday with on-site Corporate Pilates classes. Whether you're looking to boost employee wellness, reduce stress, or encourage movement during long hours at the desk, I’ll help create a tailored program that fits seamlessly into your workplace routine. These sessions are designed to strengthen posture, improve mobility, and enhance mental clarity—ideal for teams looking to feel and perform their best. Let me bring the studio to you, and turn your office into a space of strength, stretch, and success.

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Pregnancy & Post-Natal

Private and Duo classes only.

Staying active during and after pregnancy is one of the most powerful ways to support both your health and your baby’s well-being. Thoughtfully guided movement can help ease pregnancy discomfort, prepare your body for childbirth, and accelerate recovery postpartum—helping you feel strong, balanced, and connected as you embrace motherhood. It's not just about 'getting your body back'—it's about nurturing the incredible strength within you.

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Injuries & Rehabilitation

Private Classes

Whether you’re recovering from surgery, dealing with back pain, or managing everyday aches like tendonitis or muscle strain—Pilates offers a smart, effective path to healing and prevention.

From athletes to desk workers, we all feel the strain. The remedy? Pilates.

Nesta works closely with your physio, doctor, or chiropractor to ensure your sessions are tailored, supportive, and focused on long-term strength and balance.

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Senior Classes

Group and Private Classes

Getting older doesn’t mean slowing down—it means moving smarter! These fun and supportive classes are designed to keep you strong, mobile, and confident. With exercises tailored to your body’s needs, Pilates helps reduce pain, improve comfort, and boost your mood. It’s all about staying active, independent, and feeling great—at any age!

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Nutrition

Eating Plans

Wellness starts from the inside out—and your movement practice is even more effective when supported by balanced, nourishing food. Tailored eating plans are available on request, featuring delicious, easy-to-follow recipes created by a registered dietitian (RD, SA). Whether you're looking to boost energy, support recovery, or simply feel your best, these plans are designed to complement your lifestyle and help you reach your goals—one wholesome meal at a time.

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Pilates Benefits

Increased Flexibility
Improves Posture
Helps Relieve Stress
Core strength
Injury Prevention
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Basic Pilates Poses

Pilates Poses

Pelvic Curl / Bridge
Mobilizes the Spine
Single Leg Stretch
Core Control
Double Leg Stretch
Deep Core Activation
Rolling Like a Ball
Spinal Massage
Leg
Circles
Hip Mobility
Spine Stretch
Spinal Flexibility
Chest Lift
Builds Ab Strength
Toe Taps
Engages Lower Abs
Cat-Cow
Spinal Articulation
Criss-Cross
Oblique Strengthening

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Class Schedule

2025 Schedule
Time Mon Tue wed
7:00
am		 - Reformer
Group Class 		-
10:00
am		 - Senior
Group Class 		-
4:30
pm		 Reformer
Group Class 		- Reformer
Group Class
5:30
pm		 Pilates
Group Class		 Booty-Barre
Group Class 		Pilates
Group Class
Private and Duo class times to be arranged
2025 Schedule
Time Thur Fri Sat
6:00
am		 - - Reformer
Group Class
7:00
am		 - Reformer
Group Class 		-
8:00
am		 Pilates
Group Class 		- Pilates
Group Class
5:30
pm		 Booty-Barre
Group Class		 - -
Private and Duo class times to be arranged
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Group Pilates Classes per week

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Testimonials

What They Say

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"At 61, I’ve always been active and fit, but years at a desk and old injuries caught up with me—leading to chronic cervical and lower back pain. I was seeing a chiropractor almost weekly with only short-term relief.

My wife mentioned Pilates with Nesta—she’d stopped complaining about her own back, but I was still skeptical. That changed when even my chiropractor recommended it.

Since starting two weekly sessions with Nesta 18 months ago, my posture, core strength, and overall well-being have transformed. Within three months, the improvement was remarkable. Today, I’m pain-free, consistent, and stronger than ever. If anything flares up, Pilates sorts it out in no time. I only wish I’d started sooner!"

Philippe Monbaron
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"I have been going to Nesta for 3 years now. I have a lower back injury (Spondylolisthesis) and had lost faith in being competitively active again. When I first went to her I was only cycling as any other activity would cause back pain. 3 years later and I have completed 3 Ironman competitions and many other triathlons as well as an improved quality of life. The all-round strength gained through Pilates has allowed me to achieve more than I thought I could. Nesta is fantastic and explains what the exercises target and builds your strength at your pace. Thanks Nesta"

Dustin Ellis
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"If ever you feel that you have no worth in this world, please remember the work that you do and how you have helped cope through my pregnancy :) It’s not easy having a back injury and carrying a growing baby, but by doing Pilates with you, my pain levels have been a level 2 instead of 12 and it’s no longer number one on my mind of how I’m going to cope. I used to be on Schedule 5 pain killers almost every second day… the last 6 months have been bliss not having to take them :) Your guidance, care and teaching has helped me in many ways. You are a gift! Thank you again."

Kristen Rudy
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"I'm an avid runner, running between 60 and 120km's a week over long periods of time with very few breaks in between! One thing I know for sure is that I definitely wouldn't be able to run these kinds of distances if it wasn't for Pilates! Prior to incorporating Pilates into my training schedule (I go 3 times a week) I used to really battle with debilitating knee and back injuries, but a couple of months after starting Pilates my whole body strengthened! Especially my "problem running areas" - Core, hips, quads, knees, calves, and ankles, positively impacting my running, as well as my overall health and wellbeing! People think that Pilates does not apply to athletes but I will never stop going, as it has without doubt made ALL the difference to my running! Thank you so much Nesta!"

Nix Woodhouse
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Rates

The studio offers a free trial and assessment class to everybody.
Please call or email Nesta for any enquiries.

Group
Classes

R200 per class

Group Reformer
Classes

R300 per class

Private
Classes

R470 per class

Athletes Private
Classes

R490 per class

Duo
Classes

R350 per class

Senior
Classes

R150 per class

Booty Barre
Cardio Classes

R200 per class

Terms & Conditions
All fees to be paid in advance at the beginning of the month. Cancellations cannot be refunded. Classes need to be cancelled 24hours in advance. All “carry-over” arrangements must be taken the same month. The Client is responsible to disclose any chronic or other medical issues and injuries. The safety of the client is paramount; Pilates With Nesta takes all measures to ensure this.

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If you have any questions or queries or would like to book a session. Please don't hesitate to contact me.

Address

Pilates with Nesta, (Next to Dalberry Guest House)
5 Troupant Avenue, Magaliessig, Fourways
Johannesburg, South Africa

Phone Number

084 911 3846

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pilateswithnesta@yahoo.com

We are Open

Monday - Saturday
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