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.
Timestamps
00:00 Introduction to today’s episode
01:34 Nic’s first encounter with Pilates and the impact on her health
06:33 How Nic went from practising Pilates to teaching it
11:50 The leap from marketing to opening her first studio
16:50 The early years of Soul Pilates and the realities of being a solo studio owner
19:45 Shifting from teacher to business owner and the challenges of growth
22:25 Opening her second studio while starting a family and navigating COVID
27:01 Financial struggles and transition to a membership model
28:28 Lessons learned from masterminds and the importance of mentoring
34:40 Burnout, efficiency, and finding ease in movement
41:45 What’s next for Soul
44:59 The biggest shifts in the industry over the last 10 years
48:28 Quick-fire questions
As 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 Instagram
- Soul Pilates Instagram
- Soul Pilates Education
- Nic’s Instagram
- Join Soul at Home
- Book a Pilates Class
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