Maura Bommer, long time fitness instructor and personal trainer, started her Pilates journey becoming certified through both Body Harmonics and Stott/Merithew Pilates in 2000. She soon realised her passion was injury and rehabilitation and soon focused on Therapeutic Pilates as well as Post Rehab Trainer Specialist, which led to enrollment of the Connecticut School if Integrative Manual Therapy. She graduated as a Certified Integrative Manual Therapist in 2013 and completed her final graduate course in 2022. Integrative Manual Therapy (IMT), is a unique healing tool which is profound, yet gentle and non-invasive. IMT can be used alone or as a complementary protocol to other healing modalities. IMT works on all manners of disfunction and disability (from auto-immune disease, sleep & digestive issues, spectrum disorders, mental health, neurological imbalances, aging with dignity and more!) She is active in the community, enjoys cycling and traveling, and is very excited to continue using her skill sets here at Pilates Emporium!

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Welcome to our Studio. I started the studio in 2009 specifically for mature clientele and people who need specialized support because I knew our community needed our specialized perspective. As mature Instructors and Therapists ourselves, we recognize the unique and valuable contribution everyone has to offer, especially those with vast and unique life experiences. From breathwork to physical strength and balance we meet each client where they are and move forward together. Our unique philosophy and understanding of the human mind, body and spirit allows us to offer physical development and healing in a multitude of therapeutic modalities all focused to down regulate nervous systems, releasing pain and blocked energy in joints and muscles so everyone involved can lead happier and healthier lives.

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Ellen fell in love with Pilates in 2005 when she took weekly mat classes at a local studio. In 2007 she began her journey as a Pilates Instructor with Stott Pilates, now known as Merrithew. Throught her training, Ellen obtained certification in Mat and Reformer, Chair & Cadillac - Beginner to Advance. Constantly continuing education on movement, Ellen has completed courses on Injury and Special Populations, Rehabilitation for MS, Stroke and Parkinsons, Active aging, Lumbo-pelvic stability, Shoulder stability and much more.

In 2015, Ellen successfully completed her 200 hours training practice and study of Hatha Yoga, at Heaven on Earth Yoga Institute

Ellen successfully completed her Level 1 and Level 2 certification with the Stretch to Win Institute as a Fascial Stretch Practitioner.

Ellen has also earned certificates in MPS Pain Therapy and Concussion and Brain Recovery Therapy with the Centre for Pain and stress Research Ltd.

Ellen’s out of studio interests are golfing, kayaking, cycling, hiking and spending time with family and friends. She loves everything Niagara has to offer with its beautiful surroundings. Ellen enjoys visiting Niagara Wineries, Craft Breweries, Local Shops and Restaurants.

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