About Us
Founded in April 2024, Villa Pilates was born from a desire to offer more than just workouts — to create a space where wellness meets warmth, discipline, and connection.
In just over a year, Villa has grown from a single Carlton studio into a multi-location movement collective, with our flagship CBD studio opening in January 2025. Our refined interiors, globally-trained instructors, and holistic approach to Pilates make Villa a space to slow down, reset, and move with elegance.
What sets us apart:
Small group classes, high-touch instruction – Our boutique studio model means clients are never just a number.
Pilates as lifestyle – From community classes at Melbourne’s finest locations (Sapphire by the Gardens, Eureka Tower Penthouse) to thoughtful collaborations.
A studio that teaches the teachers – With over 70 instructors graduated through our Pilates Instructor Course, Villa is proudly shaping the next generation of mindful movement leaders.
Meet the Team
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Vivienne Choi
FOUNDER & OWNER
Villa Pilates Private, Group Reformer and Group Tower Reformer Instructor
FONV Academy Melbourne Founder and Owner
FONV Academy Assistant Educator
FONV Level One Mat & Reformer Pilates Certified
FONV Level Two Advanced Mat, Advanced Reformer, Cadillac, Chair & Barrel Pilates Certified
FONV Pre and Post Natal Pilates Certified
Cert IV Reformer & Mat Pilates
Dr Han Barre Method Certified
Cert IV Leadership & Management (Monash)
Bachelor of Pharmacy (Hons) / Master of Pharmacy (Monash)
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Winkie Yam
Villa Pilates Private Instructor
FONV Academy Melbourne Lead Educator
FONV Level One Mat & Reformer Pilates Certified
FONV Level Two Advanced Mat, Advanced Reformer, Cadillac, Chair & Barrel Pilates Certified
Prenatal and Postnatal Pilates Certified
Reformer for the Older Adult Certified
Pilates for Injuries and Special Populations Certified
Total Barre STOTT Certified
STOTT Pilates, Canada Certified Instructor for Matwork, Reformer, Cadillac, Chair, & Barrels
Bachelor of Social Science in Asian & International Studies (City Uni of HK)
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Annabel Koon
Villa Pilates Group Reformer Instructor
FONV Academy Melbourne Assistant Educator
FONV Level One Mat & Reformer Pilates Certified
FONV Level Two Advanced Mat, Advanced Reformer, Cadillac, Chair & Barrel Pilates Certified
FONV Pre and Post Natal Pilates Certified
FONV Herniated Disc Pilates Certified
Dr Han Barre Method Certified
Bachelor of Business (RMIT)
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Nini Kanazawa
Villa Pilates Group Reformer Instructor
FONV Academy Assistant Educator
FONV Level One Mat & Reformer Pilates Educator Certified
FONV Level One Mat & Reformer Pilates Certified
FONV Herniated Disc Pilates Certified
Total Barre STOTT Certified
Bachelor of Biomedicine (UniMelb)
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Annya Wong
Villa Pilates Group Reformer Instructor
FONV Level One Mat & Reformer Pilates Certified
Bachelor of Biomedicine (UniMelb)
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Shermaine Toh
Villa Pilates Group Reformer Instructor
FONV Level One Mat & Reformer Pilates Certified
FONV Herniated Disc Pilates Certified
Bachelor of Commerce (UniMelb)
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Sze Xuan (Scarlett) Ooi
Villa Pilates Group Reformer Instructor
FONV Level One Mat & Reformer Pilates Certified
FONV Herniated Disc Pilates Certified
Bachelor of Business (RMIT)
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Kayli Kwee
Villa Pilates Group Reformer Instructor
FONV Level One Mat & Reformer Pilates Certified
Bachelor of Law (Monash)
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Ashley Kellen
Villa Pilates Group Reformer Instructor
FONV Level One Mat & Reformer Pilates Certified
Bachelor of Animation (RMIT)
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Valerie Tan
Villa Pilates Group Reformer Instructor
FONV Level One Mat & Reformer Pilates Certified
Bachelor of Business (RMIT)
Master of Information Technology (RMIT)
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Sar Ratharny
Villa Pilates Group Reformer Instructor
FONV Level One Mat & Reformer Pilates Educator Certified
FONV Level One Mat & Reformer Pilates Certified
Dr Han Barre Method Certified
Bachelor of Psychology (UniMelb)
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Diana Xie
Villa Pilates Group Mat Instructor
Certificate IV in Mat Pilates
Bachelor of Commerce & Economics (Monash)
Chartered Accountant (Chartered Accountants Australia and New Zealand)
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Zher En Chong
Villa Pilates Group Reformer Instructor
FONV Level One Mat & Reformer Pilates Certified
Bachelor of Commerce (UniMelb)
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Vivian Chen
Villa Pilates Group Reformer Instructor
FONV Academy Assistant Educator
FONV Level One Mat & Reformer Pilates Educator Certified
FONV Level One Mat & Reformer Pilates Certified
Bachelor of Commerce (UniMelb)
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Sandra Tanaya
Villa Pilates Group Reformer Instructor
FONV Level One Mat & Reformer Pilates Certified
Bachelor of Psychology (UniMelb)
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Annie Matic
Villa Pilates Group Reformer Instructor
FONV Level One Mat & Reformer Pilates Certified
Bachelor of Global & International Business (RMIT)
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Rina Tse
Villa Pilates Group Reformer Instructor
Villa Pilates Group Barre Instructor
FONV Level One Mat & Reformer Pilates Certified
Dr Han Barre Method Certified
Bachelor of Arts (Journalism) (Monash)
Master of Journalism (Monash)
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Jill Chong
Villa Pilates Group Reformer Instructor
FONV Level One Mat & Reformer Pilates Certified
Bachelor of Design (Architecture) (UniMelb)
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Jasmin Lim
Villa Pilates Group Reformer Instructor
FONV Level One Mat & Reformer Pilates Certified
Bachelor of Science (UniMelb)
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Elva Zeng
Villa Pilates Group Reformer Instructor
FONV Level One Mat & Reformer Pilates Certified
Bachelor of International Business (Monash)
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Calista Gracia
Villa Pilates Group Reformer Instructor
FONV Level One Mat & Reformer Pilates Certified
Bachelor of Business/Marketing (Monash)
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Mia Liu
Villa Pilates Group Reformer Instructor
FONV Level One Mat & Reformer Pilates Certified
Bachelor of Commerce (UniMelb)
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Emelia Chia
Villa Pilates Group Reformer Instructor
FONV Level One Mat & Reformer Pilates Certified
Bachelor of Fashion Design (RMIT)
Instructors who make a difference.
Every instructor at Villa is committed to continuing education, peer mentorship, and weekly development. Our clients can expect classes taught by professionals who understand anatomy, intention, and the individuality of every body.
With team members who speak over 10 languages, we celebrate multiculturalism and strive to make everyone feel at home — whether you're stepping into your first class or your hundredth.
