Meet the Team
A team of experienced instructors passionate about intelligent, strength-based movement and helping you move well, feel stronger and feel confident in your body.
A team of experienced instructors passionate about intelligent, strength-based movement and helping you move well, feel stronger and feel confident in your body.
At Ocean Studio Pilates, we focus on strength, control and intelligent movement.
Every instructor brings their own style, but all share the same commitment to precise coaching, inclusive teaching and progressive training for every body.
Wendy Tapia
Owner & Teacher
Wendy brings over a decade of experience in Pilates and movement training, specialising in strength-based, functional programming. Her classes are fun, structured and dynamic, with a strong focus on technique, control and helping you feel stronger and more confident in your body.
Expect thoughtful, flowing sequences that work the whole body, with options to suit different experience levels and abilities. Wendy’s classes are challenging when you want them to be, but always supportive, purposeful and focused on moving well.
Teaches: Monday & Friday mornings
Emily Grant Instructor
Emily has a background in exercise physiology and six years of industry experience, delivering intelligent, form-focused Reformer classes designed to build strength safely and effectively.
With a strong focus on injury prevention and postural alignment, her classes are structured, encouraging, and ideal for beginners or anyone wanting a slower-paced, more precise approach to movement.
Teaches: Wednesday & Sunday mornings (Reformer)
Derrick Leduc
Instructor
Derrick brings nearly 20 years of global fitness experience across strength training, yoga and functional movement. His classes focus on improving strength, mobility and overall movement quality.
Known for his in-depth knowledge and educational coaching style, Derrick focuses on the “why” behind movement, helping clients understand how and why they are training in a certain way. His sessions are supportive, purposeful and designed to help you learn as you move.
Teaches: Thursday & Saturday mornings (Reformer, Strength & Yoga)
Meg Crampton Instructor
Meg brings over seven years of teaching experience, with a strong focus on helping clients move better, build strength and find balance.
Her classes combine thoughtful, flowing sequences with a focus on strength, control and endurance. Her calm, focused coaching style allows clients to stay present in the movement while feeling supported and guided throughout.
Teaches: Tuesday mornings (Reformer)
Jess Simpson
Instructor
Jess brings a warm, uplifting energy to every class, creating a supportive environment where clients feel comfortable, encouraged and included.
Passionate about helping people move and feel better, she focuses on building confidence, connection and enjoyment in movement. Her approachable and positive teaching style makes her classes welcoming for all levels.
Teaches: Tuesday & Thursday evenings
Chloe Tuck Instructor
Chloe delivers strong, effective workouts with a supportive and motivating approach.
With a Certificate III in Fitness, she leads dynamic classes designed to build strength, confidence and endurance. Her sessions focus on effective full-body movement, with options to suit different experience levels.
Teaches: Monday & Wednesday evenings (Reformer & Strength)
Join us for a class and experience our approach firsthand. Explore the timetable and find a class that suits you.
We focus on intelligent, sustainable movement that helps you feel stronger, more capable and confident in your body.
We don’t believe in one-size-fits-all Pilates. Our instructors meet you where you are, helping you build strength, awareness and control at your own pace - so you can keep progressing and enjoy moving well for life.
Experience a class and discover an approach to movement that helps you feel stronger, more confident and good in your body.