GuestBook
Saffron  |
Jan 04 2012 7:18 PM |
| Hi Nicolette, Thank you for the lovely recipe with beetroot and spinach.  Just the right kind of food to show our bodies some love after Xmas and get ourselves ready for the New Year. A great 2012 to all the Self Lovers!!
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Mike Cooper  |
Dec 14 2011 3:30 PM |
| My partner and I have been working with Nicolette since the start of the year, taking part in her Pilates and Stretch/Relaxation classes twice a week at our local gym. It's the first time either of us has stuck with an exercise class, and Nicolette's attitude is probably the main reason we have: she's an inspiration, and her love of her work and attention to detail are apparent to everyone. Her progressive approach (basically "Do what feels right for you today, and listen to your body"  is different to just about any teacher I've met in the past, and enables everyone to feel involved, whilst still challenging themselves from week to week. So many instructors seem to make it a competition, but Nicolette offers a variety of options for most exercises, which is terrific.My flexibility has improved greatly and, far from being a chore, I look forward to my twice weekly date and to seeing where I can take myself to today. |
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| Michelle |
Oct 14 2011 3:53 PM |
| (submitted 1 Feb 2009) Working with Nicolette has been great!She came as a referral. I was initially impressed at the amount of attention she paid to detail in finding out my exercise/nutritional patterns and why I was getting the results I wanted. Once we started to train together, I found the sessions challenging but fun. Nicolette gave me what I needed through motivation. Her expecting more of me helped me to raise my own expectations of myself and realize how fit I really could get! When I started to see results, it pushed me to work harder! I loved the variety of our sessions as I'm quite adventurous. Because Nicolette is broadly skilled, we were able to work holistically with my body, using high impact, yoga, pilates, boxing circuit and resistance work. It was good to never know what to expect.. Kept me on my toes! Nicolette found out exactly what I needed and delivered it and more. She made physical workouts fun and tapped into what fuels me to reach the goals we had set and I reached them ahead of schedule! She totally superceded my expectations of a PT. If I could train with Nicolette everyday, I would!! |
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| Ros |
Oct 01 2011 8:43 AM |
| Hi Nicolette I love you soo much and simply cannot wait for Monday's class!! Your yoga meditations are fantastic for me. Keep up the great work in spreading the need to "Love Yourself" Rosx | |
| Danielle |
Sep 11 2011 11:35 PM |
| Regarding Pilates Corr! workshop in September 2011. Excellent as always. |
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| Lex |
Sep 11 2011 11:34 PM |
| Regarding Pilates Corr! workshop in September 2011. I loved it! Thank you xxx |
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| Jo |
Sep 11 2011 11:33 PM |
| Regarding Pilates Corr! workshop in September 2011. Excellent - to devote time to oneself. Fabulous teacher. |
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| Liz |
Sep 11 2011 11:31 PM |
| Regarding Pilates Corr! workshop in September 2011. Really enjoyed it. Thank you |
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| Melanie |
Sep 11 2011 11:30 PM |
| Regarding Pilates Corr! workshop in September 2011. Thank you. It was brilliant and I feel a lot better and stronger already x |
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| Alison |
Sep 11 2011 11:29 PM |
| Amazing workout. Thank you Nicolette | |
| Angela |
Sep 11 2011 11:28 PM |
| Regarding Pilates Corr! workshop in September 2011. Great time today - I worked hard and hopefully it will pay off! |
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| Esther |
Sep 11 2011 11:26 PM |
| Regarding Pilates /Corr! workshop in September 2011. What a wonderful way to spend a Saturday afternoon. |
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| Peter |
Sep 11 2011 11:24 PM |
| Regarding Pilates Corr! workshop in September 2011. It was a very good session - good pace, support and challenging. Excellent. |
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| Ela |
Sep 11 2011 11:22 PM |
Thank you so much for all your wonderful healing energy and all the moments of joy and relax! See you soon. Mountains of love. Ela
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| Alexandra |
Sep 09 2011 9:22 PM |
| I wanted to write to say thank you for all the support with the Feel Good Fitness project that you gave. The project has sadly still not been reinstated by my department due to lack of funding. I had brilliant feedback about your classes though and I understand that some people have now even followed you to external classes. | |
| Charlie |
Sep 09 2011 9:15 PM |
| Just to say a massive thank you for your guidance and inspiration this year - yoga has become an integral part of my struggle to stay sane and healthy and generous in this world. You're doing a wonderful job and your lessons go far beyond the 'classroom' itself. Keep going and I hope to be able to return to your classes and find a job/home by September 2011. All love, Charlie | |
| Jenny |
Sep 09 2011 9:02 PM |
| I'm sorry that you're leaving Morley, Nicolette - Fridays just won't be the same without you. I count myself very lucky to have had such an excellent teacher for so long and most definitely feel the benefit of your well structured courses and first rate tuition. I wish you the very best of luck for the future and a good summer. |
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| Kristy |
Aug 01 2011 10:48 PM |
| I really miss you...you brought peace of mind to my life...Thank you...
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| Melanie Howlett |
Jun 06 2011 8:36 PM |
| Hey Nicolett - Is this where I write my testimonial? - Testimonial: Nicolette is an expert in her field, an encyclopdia of yoga stretches and pilates exercises especially for those hard to reach areas. She is an intuitive teacher who delivers just what you need at the time which is quite profound with the added bonus of getting results. I attended 1 yoga class and 1 pilates class for a period of 4 weeks and can definately notice that my back is in less pain and my stomach has become flatter and my core stronger. Thank you Nicolette xx |
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| Danielle Linton |
May 24 2011 1:37 PM |
| Hi Nicolette, Just wanted to say first and foremost thanks for being such an inspirational yoga and pilates teacher! I have been doing Pilates for 7 months now, Yoga for 3 months and it has made so many differences to my life! It has enabled my greater control over my body, in addition to increased core strength which has improved my strength when Pole Dancing (Pole Exercise. It has also improved my flexiblity which enables me to be far more graceful! Best of all, it's a welcome break during my working day where I can cast stressful thoughts out of my mind for that period of time, refreshing me, and making the rest of the day that much calmer! |
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| zahra |
May 23 2011 7:00 AM |
| Hi Nicolette, I hope you are well. I just want to tell you that I really enjoyed the session this week. Could you please send me by email the comments you made about the place above the navel and the yellow chakra you talked about. I always thought the tummy was the location of will power. After the session, I kept on seeing yellow things: beautiful yellow roses (very smelly), a yellow lighter, a yellow arrow on the pavement... Thank you and see you next Wednesday.
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| Marc deFrancia |
May 18 2011 10:45 AM |
| Hey Nicolette, When I first started your classes a few weeks ago, we talked about my very limited mobility as a result of severe back trauma. Even though I had not been physically active in years, you're faith in me (plus your "every level"' teaching approach) really made me want to attend your classes. So glad I did and stuck with it too, because I can move better today than I ever have before. I feel stronger and more coordinated now, secure that my core is stable and my movements are fluid. I can easily put my rucksack on these days and can now reach and bend my arms to straighten the straps when they get twisted. It's so nice to be able to do this for myself instead of asking for someone's help (which was a bit humiliating).These changes in mobility mean a lot to someone who spent months confined to a bed and wheelchair, as I did.I am noticing improvements every day now. Just this week, when I came out of class, I realized my back was looser right then than it had been in over two decades. As you know, I was stressing a few months ago, about turning forty five. Now I actually feel pretty good about it. I feel better than I have in years, I'm moving in ways I never could, and I am sticking with your classes(which makes me feel like I am taking an active role in my wellbeing).I really expect this new trend to continue as people like you help me to make the "mind/body" connection. So...I wanted to express my thanks for all you've done to make this my reality...See ya soon!!! M |
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| Saffron |
May 07 2011 7:36 PM |
| Just finished reading your latest article about eating properly. It's really thought-provoking, making me think about my regular Saturdya breakfast treat a bit harder. Do I really need that sausage? Thanks again Nico | |
| Jean Brown |
Mar 03 2011 2:54 AM |
| Hi Nicolette Tonight's class at Jessie Duffett Hall was awesome! Amazing to think that there were 35 people in attendance but you have a way of teaching; which makes it seem as though there is no one else in the hall but me. You always have such a good connection with everyone before, during and after class. Thanks for the ad in your March Newsletter and thanks again for telling me about BNI. I am actually looking forward to waking up at the crack of dawn on Friday, not only to attend this newly formed Chapter meeting you've set-up but more importantly, to deliver the 60 second pitch about you. I really think you should have your own slot on TV Nicolette. Have you ever watched Body in Balance, Europe's leading Yoga + Wellness Channel on Sky 275? Have you ever thought about making your own instructional yoga/pilates DVD? I'll e-mail you to let you know how the Chapter meeting went. I hope you'll enjoy your well deserved holiday. Jean |
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| Dave L |
Feb 04 2011 12:30 PM |
Nico is simply great: an inspiring and expert teacher. During her yoga class on Wednesday evening, I tried a Bakasana (Crow) pose, balancing on my hands. I haven't done anything like that since I was a child, many years ago and I didn't think I could do it, but I did and I'm still smiling with the sense of achievement it gave me. Thank you Nico! |
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| Raman Aurora |
Nov 10 2010 6:17 PM |
| You have a very informative blog. Cheers and Thank you | |
| Saffron |
Jun 07 2010 7:36 PM |
| Hey Nicolette and my Fellow Self-Lovers, I just got back from an amazing weekend doing Pilates and Yoga with Nicolette at Champney's Forest Mere in Hampshire. If you attend Arch 468 regularly,trust me, you'd love this beautiful, tranquil lakeside retreat. I feel incredibly blessed for being able to go away and pamper myself. Do try and grab the opportunity next time when Nicolette teaches Pilates at Champney's Forest Mere. | |
| Saffron |
Mar 29 2010 1:25 PM |
| Hi Nicolette, It's been lovely attending your classes in Arch 468-the best way for me to escape from my dreadful day job. Look forward to attending more
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| Zlata |
Mar 28 2010 6:48 PM |
| I love Nico's yoga clas. It is a challenging and hard work but after an hour and a half, you feel like a new person. Nico's approach is gentle, positive and just lovely. A session with her is a great treat for body and mind. |
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| Ania |
Mar 24 2010 1:42 PM |
| I'm really happy that I've started pilates with Nicolette. I'm stronger person now mentally and physically. The main difference I can feel after 7 weeks of pilates is that I feel standing much more comfortable. I can stand for much longer, while before after 1 min I was looking for a place to sit somewhere. Also I'm more aware of the needs of my body and I remember to stretch or do a few bend downs every now and then while at work. I want to continue doing pilates forever
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| Safija Jusupovic |
Mar 24 2010 11:56 AM |
| I would highly recommend Nico’s yoga and pilates classes, there’s no one like Nico with positive energy and ever ready smile. Nico genuinely cares about each individual’s progress and is there to teach, correct and encourage while emphasising that each practice belongs to an individual. I particularly enjoy practising yoga at the Arches in Coldharbour Lane, the space is cozy and relaxing and the group energy works well together. The best lesson I learnt so far is not to judge myself but be kind to myself while learning to accept my limitations and work towards improving them. If you want to do something lovely for your body and mind, do come to one of Nico’s classes. Safija |
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| Gill ( Jan) |
Mar 11 2010 1:51 PM |
| I have been doing Nicolette’s classes for about a year now. I have experience of all sorts of classes, over many years, and I can say that Nico’s pilates and meditation sessions are fantastic. They have brought a whole new dimension to my fitness regime. Nicolette has also given me great practical advice in relation to migraine headaches. Putting that advice into practice has helped significantly - thanks N! Gill |
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| Neringa |
Mar 03 2010 6:07 PM |
| Nicolette is very good at explaining not only how to do something but also why and what the benefit of that exercise will be. I would strongly recommend here classes to anyone. I am taking a break from pilates because of pregnancy but i will be back as soon as I can after the baby is born! |
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| Claire Adamczyk |
Feb 22 2010 12:50 PM |
| I just had classes of Yoga and Pilates, 4 weeks in a row, with Nicolette. I must say her teaching is exceptional. She is precise, demonstrates very conscientiously each segment of movement and, most of all, she gives you the will to work for yourself and to go beyond your capacity. Her voice is smooth and very convincing. My body has changed in 4 weeks. I am going back home, to Montreal, Canada. I miss her already. Anyone who wants to follow a joyful and powerful classes of Yoga or Pilates, please run fast to Nicolette. She is the best ! Thank you Nicolette. Your spirit will be always with me in Montreal. Claire |
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| Saffron |
Feb 15 2010 11:24 PM |
Hi Nicolette, thank you for starting the Pilates & Yoga classes at Arch 468 on Coldharbour Lane. The first session was fun and the studio had a real nice ambiance. I enjoyed myself so much that those 3 hours just flew away! Honest to God, I used to hate working out and stuff like that. The only reason I took up Pilates was to make myself look good. Because you're such a fabulous teacher, I now enjoy working with my body. Look forward to attending more classes at Arch 468.
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| Kelly Trayes |
Feb 09 2010 9:34 PM |
Hi Nicolette!  I just want to thank you for helping to have faith in myself, to be able to improve in my flexibility, strength and move forwards in my journey of yoga. I really enjoy your classes and consider it to be one of my favourite and important times of the week as it makes me leave my general stresses and worries behind and offers a chance to refocus and have some valuable ME time! I have never been a flexible person and always carry stress on my body, but since your classes I have noticed the improvements and can't wait to come the following week to see what progress I have made that week! Thank you again With Love Kelly xxx |
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| Jo Balogun |
Jan 12 2010 5:26 PM |
 ear NicoIn spite of gloomy weather I hope there's fair turnout at movement class tomorrow(Wed eve) to kickoff jan2010. Due to xmas break my body as usual craves some creative exercise to keep bones from creaking, tweaking(god knows what else) & your class should help sort this! I also hope fair class turnout continues this season to keep class going. warmwishes JoBa. |
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| Samantha Murphy |
Jan 02 2010 2:45 PM |
| Hi Nicolette, Just to let you know that I've missed your Wednesday classes over the Christmas break and am looking forward to starting again in January. In the meantime I'm going to try your leek and carrot soup as recommended by Saffron! Thanks also to Southwark for sending us such an inspired and inspiring teacher. And all for free! May the funding continue! All the best for the new year, Sam |
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| Magdalena |
Dec 31 2009 1:16 AM |
| Hello, It's been quite a while since our last lesson and I really miss it: the energy, movement and people. Having said this I have to admit that my body and my mind remember to go straight, to use proper muscles to keep me going and keep tender peach under my chin. I look forward to coming back to our dance and yoga classes. I am pleased that Southwark Council has given us this opportunity and I hope we will be able to enjoy it during the hole Year 2010. Anyway, Dear All I wish you a Marry New Year 2010. And big hug for Nicolette
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| seray kamara |
Dec 19 2009 1:58 PM |
| Dear Nicolette, May i take this opportunity to thank you on behalf of the Muslim women cultural organisation who have benefitted immensely from your Pilates classes they attended.I am particularly grateful for teaching me exercises that would help with my aches and pains.We have really enjoyed your classes, partcularly your cheerfulness and encouragement. Have a lovely christmas and a happy new year. | |
| saffron |
Dec 15 2009 5:10 PM |
| Hi Nicolette, Just to let you know how I enjoyed your Leek & Carrot Soup. I even froze some for my work lunch. It was super easy to make and super lovely to eat! Look forward to reading some more recipes. By the way, I really hope that Southwark Council will continue to fund our classes on Wednesday evenings. The Dance Exercise and Yoga defintely light me up and make me chilled and happy.
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| saffron blake |
Dec 11 2009 11:41 PM |
| Hi Nicolette, just to let you know how fortunate and privileged I feel as a Southwark resident who get to attend your wonderful classes for FREE! Yes, FREE, like air, love and freedom. Your Dance Exercise and Yoga classes on Wednesday eveing at Jessie Duffet Hall is a real stress relief, much better than Prozac. The two hours spent with you and the fellow classmates are guaranteed to be full of fun and laughter. I am often amazed at how you help so many different people at various levels at the same time. I always feel much relaxed and calmer after doing the dance exercise and yoga with you. Fingers crossed, Southwark Council will continue the funding for your fabulous classes! | |
| Dawn |
Dec 03 2009 4:12 PM |
| Hi this is Dawn from Camberwell - Pat is sending this message on my behalf. I love the Wednesday dance exercise class has made to my motivation/movement thanks to Nicolette - a wonderful teacher | |
| Jo Balogun |
Nov 16 2009 4:53 PM |
| Hi Nico I hope you enjoyed a well deserved trip. I badly need your 1 hour flexible & inventive exercise! Hope to see you Wednesday. Jo xx
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| Sara Beatrice Larsson |
Oct 25 2009 6:09 PM |
| Hello Nicolette. I know I said I would write this Friday, but as it goes one thing lead to the next and then I wasn't home until after dinner. A nice dinner however, a little Greek restaurant in Ealing Broadway that served very tasty home-tasting food, and lots of it Now it is Sunday and another weekend passed, worked all day yesterday but today was able to smell the Fall Air and have a walk among the falling leaves. Just took the fruit scones out of the oven and will now have that coffee break we spoke about and read more on your website, lots of love
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| susan day |
Oct 20 2009 12:24 PM |
| Dear Nicolette I am enjoying your classes very much, and it is nice to meet new people. I feel very comfortable and knowing that I am not alone. thank you for helping me.
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| Magdalena Jakubczak |
Oct 19 2009 11:59 PM |
| I met Nicolette in Morley College. She was teaching pilates and I was totally beginner who didn’t know anything about the harmony between my muscles and my breathing. It was Nicolette who took me on the trip guided by her happy, optimistic and credible voice. Every time I discovered something new about the body, about my strength and about my possibilities. Last year I missed enrollment time in the college and I lost contact with Nicolette. Remarkably, after about half a year later whole me showed an urgent willingness to meet Nicolette and join her class again. I desperately sent her an email warring that she wouldn’t have time for me anymore. But the warm answer came very quickly with all information about her classes pointed out. Happily now, I am Nicolette’s “student” again and can learn about myself more and more. I have realised recently that I am much better prepared to do different sports and I am more aware of how to use my body properly. Thank you Nicolette. |
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| susan day |
Oct 19 2009 2:28 PM |
| Dear Nicolette Just to let you know that I am really enjoying your classes, I have never felt so relaxed. You have made fill so welcomed and happy. |
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| Pat Edmonds |
Oct 08 2009 11:08 AM |
| Hi all you Camberwell People I am a middle-aged diabetic with arthritis and did have a complete lack of motivation to do any kind of exercise and then along came Nicolette. Her dance exercise classes have eased my arthritic knees considerably, I can now walk upright instead of wobbling along - my ankles are no longer as swollen as they could be and I FEEL GREAT. Join us Jessie Duffett Hall, Wyndham Road every Wednesday. Pat |
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| Jo Balogun |
Oct 06 2009 5:57 PM |
| I've never used one of these blog type things before so here goes! Nico, I actually gave you my wrong email address so the correct on is here. Anyway I'm looking forward to tomorrow Wed evening. I'll write something more interesting when I've checked out how this kind of thing works!!
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| saffron blake |
Sep 19 2009 6:41 PM |
| After the summer break, going back to Morley College for the Pilates Class with Nicolette is a real treat. As corny as it sounds, meeting Nicolette is one of the best things in my life. I am one of the lucky students who get to learn Pilates, Yoga and Free-style Dance exercise with Nicolette. Through the training programme, I have corrected my posture and gained some muscles, and learned to de-stress using my breath. Nothing beats a class with Nicolette after work! | |
| mark |
Sep 17 2009 11:32 AM |
| I've been attending Nicolette's stretch and relaxation classes as well as the pilates for more than a year now and throughly recommend them. I'm not a gym rat by nature but slowly and surely I'm finding my flexibilty is increasing and I can do most of the things that are asked of - coaxed out of, in my case - us. Hell, I almost did the splits today.. A big thumbs-up from me. | |
| Andy |
Sep 14 2009 9:11 PM |
| Hey Nicolette wicked site will pass it on to me friends and hopefully you will get more business. looking forward to the recipes!! take care Andy x |
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