PILATES & MINDFUL MOVEMENT

The Wellness Potion Pilates studio is a home-based studio in Bayfield, Ontario. With a focus on private client and small group sessions that call upon the classical dynamic movements of Pilates that instruct breath, balance, control, and centring. Along with relaxation for a sleeker, stronger, more graceful body that allows you to improve posture and decrease stress while enhancing overall health and wellness. The Pilates Method will leave you feeling amazing in your body and provide the space to live a more present life.

our mission

At the core of The Wellness Potion, Pilates Studio is my mission to inspire a more vibrant community connecting people with mindful movement and intergrative holistic wellness. The wellness potion studio is not just about Pilates. It’s a sacred space that invokes spirituality, conscious movement, mindfulness practices and more.

Pilates is a way of life that keeps you grounded and connected with yourself. It’s about staying present and slowing down, finding stillness in your body, and giving yourself the time to be mindful of your thoughts, feelings, and actions.

How Pilates Changed my Life

I discovered Pilates in 1998 and have been practicing it ever since. Initially, I was drawn to it for its physical benefits, such as a toned core and a firmer behind. However, as I continued my practice, I realized that Pilates offers more than just that.

Through Pilates, I have developed a stronger mind-body connection. This connection has allowed me to delve deeper into the world of mindful movement, fueling my passion for self-love and wellness. Pilates has helped me stay happy, strong, aligned, and flexible. I am convinced that Pilates has the power to bring confidence, joy, and freedom into our daily lives. As a woman, I am passionate about sharing the transformative benefits of Pilates with other women to help them feel empowered. To achieve this goal, I have combined my passion for fitness with holistic wellness education and launched The Wellness Potion Pilates.

My aim is to encourage women to prioritize self-care and experience the transformative effects of Pilates on their physical, mental, and emotional well-being. I have created a nurturing environment that promotes wellness and self-care, where women can feel good about themselves and support each other. My ultimate goal is to enrich the lives of women through a fitness community founded on healing, health, and wellness. Ensuring that my clients leave feeling rejuvenated, empowered, balanced, and energized is my top priority.

As a practitioner in the Classical Pilates method and a certified Integrative Holistic Health and Wellness expert, my primary objective is to provide my clients with a specialized wellness experience that empowers women to care for themselves while feeling good in their bodies. As a Pilates teacher, I emphasize the importance of connecting breath, rhythm, and flow to achieve mind-body-spirit alignment.

I want to share my experience with you and help you achieve your transformation so that you can enjoy the benefits of a healthier lifestyle.

Pilates Package Options

  • Join Maria for live Pilates classes taught via Zoom. These classes will include a variety of classical Pilates exercises, as well as fun and creative sequences designed to challenge and engage students of all levels. Whether you are a beginner or an experienced practitioner, Maria's classes will help you improve your strength, flexibility, and overall fitness. All you need to join is a Zoom account and a Pilates mat. During the class, Maria will guide you through each exercise and provide personalized feedback to ensure that you are doing them safely and effectively. Don't miss out on this opportunity to improve your Pilates practice from the comfort of your own home!

  • Pilates Mat classes are designed to teach you the fundamental principles of Pilates: core stability, proper breathing techniques, alignment, mobility, precision of movement, and flexibility. This class offers a balanced experience and challenges you to work out your entire body from head to toe, whether you are a beginner or an intermediate-level practitioner. Developing a solid foundation is crucial for gaining awareness and wholly experiencing the mindful benefits of Pilates. The Pilates class is conducted slowly and steadily, enabling you to focus on building awareness of your whole body, which will help you better understand Pilates and maintain a healthy back and body. Additionally, the class offers an excellent opportunity to enhance your practice and attain a deeper state of relaxation.

  • The Reformer is a popular and highly sought-after piece of Pilates equipment that uses spring-loaded resistance to help strengthen, lengthen, and uniquely work the body. It is known for its ability to change the shape of your body by working your muscles in an elongated state, which creates a long and lean look without adding bulk. Reformer classes are based on the principles of Pilates and aim to challenge your coordination, strengthen your core, enhance flexibility, and provide a unique full-body workout experience. By the end of each class, you will feel powerful, strong, and invigorated.

  • If you're looking for a more personalized fitness experience, you can easily create a group class with people you know. Whether it's your family, friends, or co-workers, you can enjoy a fun and effective workout together while staying motivated and accountable to each other.

  • “I’ve taken Pilates for years with various instructors but nothing compares with The Wellness Potion’s method of teaching. She makes every class fun and exciting while ensuring that I’m getting a workout that’s challenging. After a few weeks of taking classes with Maria I noticed a difference in my energy levels, mood and body. I always leave class feeling rejuvenated and carry that feeling through the rest of my day. ”

    Jaclyn S

  • I have been attending Pilates classes with Maria since 2018, who has been helping me to maintain and improve my fitness level as I am 73 years young. I've taken Pilates classes with other instructors in the past, but Maria is by far the best teacher I have had. The reason for this is that Maria prioritizes my safety and always asks me how I'm feeling before our sessions. She then modifies the class to suit my needs. Her encouragement and provision of various exercises maintain my motivation. Moreover, her enthusiasm and sense of humor make the hour-long session pass by quickly. I highly recommend Maria to anyone seeking to improve their fitness level.

    Carolyn B .

  • Since starting Pilates with Maria, I have seen a significant improvement in my flexibility, posture, and overall physical health. I have also noticed a reduction in stress and an increase in my energy levels. I have been practicing for about six months now, and I have come to appreciate how much Pilates has helped me both physically and mentally. It has been a challenging yet rewarding journey, and I look forward to continuing to improve and grow in my practice.

    Christa L