Instructor

Pilates premium Place

Nancy van de Munckhof
Mat Pilates Docent, Reformer Docent

“I started Pilates in 2006, after the birth of my second daughter, to get back in shape. I soon noticed that I not only lost the pregnancy weight, but also the physical complaints I had before, and that I started to feel stronger and fitter. Inspired by the principle of ‘A healthy mind in a healthy body’, I decided to follow the Pilates Link training. Since then I have further developed myself by following additional training, education and workshops, including psoas relaxation (Liz Koch), fascia massage and biomechanical movement (Katy Bowman). What I love about my profession is that I can help people get the most out of their body by balancing effort and relaxation.”

Diani, December 2019: “Nancy is a great asset to Pilates Premium Place. Her years of experience and energy are clearly reflected in her teaching style, both on the Mat and with the Refomer.”

Olga Rongen-Chyzhova
Mat Pilates Docent, Reformer Docent

“My motivation is to support others in improving both their mental and physical well-being. With years of experience as an instructor, I offer Pilates mat and Reformer classes with dedication, using a mindful approach. My strength lies in accurately assessing the needs of the participants and tailoring my classes to this. I graduated from the AALO Yoga Academy and completed the Pilates Trainer training at Start2Move. In 2020, I followed the Classical Reformer training at JBM in Woerden. I also attach great importance to making people aware of the importance of a healthy lifestyle and converting unhealthy habits into positive, sustainable choices.”

Diani, September 2020; “Olga is an extremely skilled instructor who has been working in our studio for several years and perfects her teaching every year thanks to her constant curiosity. She ensures that you experience an intensive training in a calm manner and go home with a satisfied feeling.”

Hanny Schaaf
Mat Pilates Docent, Reformer Docent

“In 2016 I was looking for a new way of exercising. I was used to mainly working on my fitness and wanted to try something different. I found this in Pilates and ended up at Pilates Premium Place. After a few years I am still enthusiastic about the combination of strength, flexibility and control that Pilates offers. When Diani indicated that they were looking for teachers, I didn’t have to think long. The idea of ​​doing something in addition to my work in primary education had been on my mind for a while. At the beginning of 2020 I started the basic training in Classical Pilates with Marjon van Grunsven and discovered that teaching Pilates suits me perfectly. Thanks to my sports background, my interest in teaching and the support of those around me, I started this new path full of enthusiasm and energy. In 2023 I delved further into the Reformer and am happy with the possibilities it offers to enrich my lessons and develop myself further. I enjoy teaching Pilates lessons in the studio!”

Diani (August 2020): “It is great to be able to inspire someone so much that they take action and follow a training course. We are therefore very happy that Hanny has chosen the classical training, which fits in perfectly with our studio. In her lessons you experience Pilates as Joseph Pilates intended. Hanny will guide you from head to toe in learning the correct movement form and posture during the exercises.”

Anja de Brouwer
Mat Pilates Docent

Sports have always been an important part of my life. They challenge me, give me energy and bring balance. Group classes in particular appeal to me – not only to participate in myself, but also to teach. My journey as an instructor started with aerobics and step classes, but now I focus entirely on Pilates.

I recently completed the Balanced Body mat training, which has further deepened my knowledge and skills. In addition to my work as an administrative employee, I am also an ergo coach. This unique combination of sports, teaching and coaching allows me to share my passion for health and movement with others – both in the studio and on the work floor.

Diani December 2024: “Welcome Anja!

We are very happy that we have found Anja to strengthen our team. Her classes are a perfect combination of precision and calm. With her calm and thoughtful way of teaching, she ensures that everyone feels at ease and leaves the class with a satisfied feeling.”

Linda de Smet
Yin Yoga Teacher

I have my roots in Buddhist Tantra, but have always been fascinated by yoga. After practicing Ashtanga yoga for ten years, I discovered Yin Yoga. Working with connective tissue – the essence of Yin – offers many physical benefits: Yin helped me heal from a chronic back problem and a torn meniscus. Opening the fascia provides strength to the deeper structures of the body and builds a healthy, strong skeleton, tendons and ligaments. Moreover, Yin is a deepening addition to the Pilates technique.

What I also appreciate is the experience itself: the silence, the letting go, the deep but accessible layers, and the dynamics of each posture that subtly attunes to what the body needs at that moment. But most of all I want to share with my students the journey inward, where a different world opens up. Yin offers a gentle way to be in the present and find a place that is completely in harmony with all that IS now.

Diani 2025, “ “Linda is in a class of her own in teaching Yin Yoga. The peace, patience and knowledge that she shares with you during her lessons are incredibly pleasant and soothing. You simply have to experience this yourself. We are very happy that Linda is giving this 75-minute lesson in our studio on Mondays at 5:30 PM.”

Diani Schoofs
Eigenaresse, instructrice en drijvende kracht achter Pilates Premium Place.

Since 1992 I have been active in the sports world, where I have given various group lessons with great passion and dedication, including BBBB, Steps, Tae Bo, Zumba, Pump lessons and fitness training. My interest in Pilates arose when I was looking for a way to get back in shape after an intensive pregnancy. In the years that followed, I completed the international “Comprehensive” training of Peak Pilates and I continue to develop myself by following additional training courses and workshops, so that I can guarantee the highest level.

It is a true satisfaction for me to work with people every day, to make them aware of their body and to make them fitter. Seeing the process of growth and change in my clients is a special experience. In 2016 I founded Pilates Premium Place and I am proud to announce that we will be expanding with a larger studio as of 2025.

Our slogan, “Give yourself the gift of attention, start with Pilates,” is therefore not without reason. We invite you to work with us on a more flexible and conscious training level.

See you soon in one of our classes.

Kind regards,

Nancy, Hanny, Olga, Anja, Linda and Diani