Kav Maharaj
Fully Certified STOTT Pilates Instructor in Mat, Reformer, Cadillac, Chair, Barrels, Injuries and Special Populations (2016). Certified Zen-ga Foundation Instructor (2023). Certified CORE Instructor (2017). With Continuing Education in Prenatal Functional Endurance on the Reformer (2026), Jumpboard Strength and Conditioning (2026), Reformer Workout for Men (2026). Honours B.A. in Health (York U, 2013). Research Analyst Graduate Certificate (Humber, 2022).
“I feel incredibly grateful for the way Pilates Colours has unfolded. I graduated from Merrithew’s STOTT PILATES Comprehensive Program in 2016, and have found the experience of teaching Pilates highly rewarding. While I love seeing physical progress, it is even more special to notice those who come by enjoying the connection that they feel to their bodies while moving on the Reformer, Tower and Arc. I’m inspired each day by the hard work and consistency of those who visit my peaceful boutique for Private, Duo and Trio Pilates Sessions. Thank you so much to those who have trusted me to guide them as they align their bones and challenge their bodies with movements.”
Dana Holman
Certified STOTT Pilates Mat and Reformer Instructor, Essential & Intermediate Levels (2026).
“Hi my name is Dana Holman! I am a certified STOTT Pilates instructor based right here in Stratford.Â
My love for movement started years ago, before my kids, with the yoga practise. After having my 2 girls, it was especially important to me to continue to make myself a priority and yoga was a great way to slow things down & look inwards.Â
After COVID ran its course, I was eager to get back to a fitness regiment of some sort and was on the search for something that would resonate with me. Three years ago I got wind of Reformer Pilates and the machines intreged me so I gave it a try. Immediately I was hooked. Not only did my body crave the movement & stretch that pilates provides but I also felt like I found my place. A place where my mind could shut off the outside world and allowed me to again look inwards and learn about how my own body can move & control its self. It gave me confidence and awareness and ultimately just made me feel better!
2025 was a big year for me personally. It’s the year that I made the choice to change career paths & to take a leap of faith into learning more about a practise that I loved. I enrolled in Merrithews STOTT Pilates program and completed an anatomy course, Intensive Mat Pilates & Intensive Reformer Pilates courses all in the GTA area. These programs required many observation, personal practise and teaching hours to complete along with a practical & written exams.Â
I am so excited to put all my hard work into to practise and to teach others about their own bodies. I can’t begin to explain the wonderful feeling I get when I have a group of people in class & everyone is having fun or when that one person connects with your cue and adjusts their body’s posture.”
Brhett Booker
Certified Yoga Instructor (2025). Certified Trauma and Movement Informed Presence Instructor (2025). (Brhett teaches Zen-ga on the Reformer and Tower)
Brhett is a 200-hour trauma-informed yoga teacher trained at Heal, Evolve, Thrive in Hamilton, Ontario. She holds a Bachelor of Health Sciences from Western University and currently works as a Physiotherapy Assistant in Stratford, where she integrates movement, rehabilitation, and mindful care.
Brhett is currently completing her 300-hour yoga teacher training along with Level 2 Trauma-Informed Movement & Presence, continuing to deepen her practice and expand her offerings.
She is also the founder of Soon Retreats, a global wellness company hosting yoga and surf retreats designed to reconnect the mind, body, and soul. Her approach is rooted in trauma-informed philosophy, creating spaces that are safe, grounding, and deeply transformative.
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