The Story Behind Soul Pilates, Overcoming Burnout and Healing Through Pilates

This week the tables are turned as Nic sits in the guest seat! Her best friend and journalist, Gemma, steps in to interview her and talk about the story behind Soul Pilates, opening three Pilates studios, launching teacher training, and creating this podcast.Nic opens up about her first encounter with Pilates after a car accident, how movement transformed her chronic pain and burnout, and the pivotal moments that shaped her career.She shares honestly about the highs and lows of running studios and the lessons she’s learned about business, mentorship, and finding ease in movement.Timestamps00:00 Introduction to today’s episode01:34 Nic’s first encounter with Pilates and the impact on her health06:33 How Nic went from practising Pilates to teaching it11:50 The leap from marketing to opening her first studio16:50 The early years of Soul Pilates and the realities of being a solo studio owner19:45 Shifting from teacher to business owner and the challenges of growth22:25 Opening her second studio while starting a family and navigating COVID27:01 Financial struggles and transition to a membership model28:28 Lessons learned from masterminds and the importance of mentoring34:40 Burnout, efficiency, and finding ease in movement41:45 What’s next for Soul44:59 The biggest shifts in the industry over the last 10 years48:28 Quick-fire questionsAs always, thank you so much for the support! Nic will continue to do some solo episodes, so if you have any specific questions you would like her to answer, please send her a message!Connect with Nic:Beyond the Reformer InstagramSoul Pilates InstagramSoul Pilates EducationNic’s InstagramJoin Soul at HomeBook a Pilates Class