Hi there I’m Jen Harvey and I’m passionate about healthy movement! I have a background in teaching dance and currently teach Pilates. I live in beautiful Bay View, Napier with my husband and three wee boys. Over the years I've taught a variety of dance styles to a large range of ages and stages (my main focus & first love being Jazz - teaching beginner to advanced classes). Since having my kids I've had an absolute blast teaching Dance Fitness classes in Christchurch and Napier.

I've also taught Zumba and completed the toning, kids and kids junior training. A few years ago I did the VeraFlow instructors training in Sydney — this class incorporates a beautiful blend of dancing, stretching & relaxing.

In 2018 (after a spinal injury) I discovered first-hand the vast benefits of Pilates, so I became a certified Pilates instructor with Suna Pilates in Auckland. In 2022 I went back to do further study to become certified with Polestar Pilates as I love their comprehensive courses and continuing education. My Pilates classes are a blend of the things I've learnt over the years!

My passion for dance led me to study for a Diploma in Performing Arts & work in professional theatre as an actor, dancer & choreographer. While working as the Programme Leader & Dance Tutor at the UCOL Theatre School I became fascinated with how the body works, so I headed back to school to study for a Bachelor of Human Performance, which confirmed what many of us already know - we were made to move!

As well as the obvious physical benefits, I'm increasingly interested in the emotional & mental benefits exercise brings. Life can be challenging and I've found movement is key to keeping a positive outlook, reducing anxiety, increasing peace. and dealing with the stress that comes from chasing my three busy boys around.

I love pilates and stretching primarily because they make me feel great - not just physically but mentally, emotionally and spiritually too. For me, a Pilates class has the ability to shake off my worries, relax & invigorate me at the same time, uplift me on those difficult days, pump me full of joy-filled endorphins & inspire me to be the best version of myself. My hope is that it'll do the same for you!