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Meet Audrey D’Cotta.
She is a pioneering movement educator with over 20 years of experience in mind-body fitness.
She’s also a beloved figure in the Pilates and Gyrotonic communities, a deeply loyal friend, a dedicated mentor, and a mother of two (and a corgi puppy!)
Known as Singapore’s first Gyrotonic Master Trainer, a Master Trainer for Balanced Body, and a revered Women’s Fitness Specialist as a faculty member of The Centre for Women’s Fitness (the Carolyne Anthony Method), Audrey is deeply committed to supporting women through every life stage. You may know her as your first mentor in Pilates, or the voice that introduced you to holistic health.
Throughout her rich career, Audrey has continually deepened her understanding of body mechanics, complementing this knowledge with studies in psychology, the Franklin Method, and ongoing fitness education. Driven by her belief in the brain's power to enhance physical function, Audrey’s comprehensive and passionate advocacy has established her as a respected authority in Pilates, Gyrotonic, and Gyrokinesis methods across Asia.
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Audrey’s journey in Pilates began in 2004, after she achieved certification as a Polestar® Pilates Instructor, launching her career across prestigious studios in Singapore like Ivana Daniell Pilates Studio, Focus Pilates, and Sky Pilates. In 2009, she channelled her extensive experience into founding The Moving Body studio, blending fitness, functional training, Pilates, and the Gyrotonic method. As a trailblazer in the field, Audrey also co-founded Singapore’s only Balanced Body Pilates training centre, significantly shaping the landscape of Pilates education in the region. She has been instrumental in training and certifying a new generation of instructors throughout Singapore and Asia. Audrey’s expertise has also taken her to international stages, presenting at the Asian Fitness Conference in 2012 and the Balanced Body Pilates Around the World Conference in 2020.
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Audrey’s proficiency with the Gyrotonic method is marked by significant achievements and an ongoing commitment to mastery. As of 2023, she is recognised as Singapore’s first Master Trainer, a testament to her deep expertise and dedication to the discipline. Her journey in the Gyrotonic method began as a Pre-Trainer in 2009, evolving significantly over the years. Audrey’s dedication to excellence has led her to train under renowned first-generation Master Trainers, including Gyrotonic founder Juliu Horvath. This extensive training has honed her skills in using specialised equipment and adapting the Gyrotonic method for diverse groups such as golfers, dancers, and prenatal and postnatal clients. In addition, Audrey is also pursuing an apprenticeship to become a Master Trainer in the Gyrokinesis method, aiming to deepen her knowledge and influence in movement education further. Her continuous pursuit of education and certification underscores her unwavering commitment to the Gyrotonic and Gyrokinesis methods, ensuring she remains at the forefront of the movement education field.
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Audrey’s passion for women’s health is deeply personal and professionally cultivated, influenced by her own experiences as a mother of two. She has continuously expanded her knowledge and expertise through ongoing training with The Center for Women’s Fitness (The Carolyne Anthony Method), where she is a Faculty Educator as of 2024. Audrey has experienced firsthand the significant benefits of exercise through pregnancy and beyond, influencing her dedication to educating others in the same field. As a certified Women’s Health Specialist, she provides holistic support to women at various life stages, addressing physical, emotional, and mental changes, including premenopause. Her role as a mother deeply enriches her approach, allowing her to connect with and guide her clients through their health journeys with empathy and expertise.
A teacher and mentor who truly cares.
HER STORY INTO MOVEMENT EDUCATION
Audrey D’cotta ’s journey into fitness began in 2003, spurred by personal struggles with back pain and scoliosis, fueling her dedication to Mind-Body Fitness and leading to her transition into movement instruction.
Her extensive certifications in Balanced Body Pilates, Gyrotonic, and Gyrokinesis methods have shaped her unwavering commitment to clients' well-being, grounded in a deep understanding of anatomy, biomechanics, and the mind-body connection in movement.
In 2009, she founded The Moving Body. leveraging over a decade of diverse movement experiences, including Fitness, Functional training, Pilates, and the Gyrotonic method.
Her expertise extends to Women’s Health, where she specialises as a certified Women’s Health Specialist and Faculty member of The Center for Women’s Fitness, catering to women's holistic well-being through various life stages, informed by her role as a mother of two.
Notably, Audrey’s Gyrotonic accomplishments stand out as she achieved the milestone of becoming Singapore’s first Master Trainer of the Gyrotonic Method in 2023. Her pursuit of excellence led her to study under esteemed first-generation Master Trainers of the Gyrotonic Method, including Juliu Horvath, solidifying her expertise in specialized equipment and diverse populations, such as Golfers, Dancers, and the Pre-Post natal population. Her commitment to advancement continues as she pursues a Gyrokinesis Master trainer apprenticeship, exemplifying her dedication to constant growth in movement education and instruction.
Qualifications
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Certified Fitness instructor under Singapore sports council 1998
Certified Polestar Pilates Instructor 2004
Certified Gyrotonic Instructor 2007
Certified Gyrokinesis Instructor 2007
Certified Gyrotoner Instructor 2009
Certified Gyrotonic Level 2 Program 1 Instructor 2010
Certified Gyrotonic Level 2 Program 2 Instructor 2010
Certified Gyrotonic Jumping-Stretching Board Instructor 2010
Certified Gyrotonic Leg Extension Unity Instructor 2010
The Center for Women’s Fitness Women’s Health Specialist 2022
Diploma in Biomechanics Coaching
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Master Trainer Qualifications:
Balanced Body Pilates Educator 2011
Balanced Body Anatomy in 3D Educator 2012
Balanced Body Core Align Educator 2013
Balanced Body MOTR Educator 2015
Balanced Body BODHI Educator 2015
Gyrotonic Pre-Trainer 2009
Gyrotonic Master Trainer 2023
Gyrokinesis Pre-Trainer 2017
Gyrokinesis Master Trainer Apprentice 2023
Franklin Method Level 1 Educator 2021
Franklin Method Level 2 Educator 2022
The Center for Women’s Fitness Faculty Educator 2024
What is working with Audrey like?
“No words can describe how dedicated, helpful, passionate and amazing Master Instructor Audrey is! I was a Polestar Pilates instructor, bridging to Balanced Body. She is more than a teacher, she is a mentor!”
— Gamze Öztürk, Pilates Instructor
“I had a debilitating L5-S1 injury that had me in immense pain for months. I found Audrey, and within four sessions, my pain was gone. She is an outstanding, kind and warm teacher.”
— Shannon Elizabeth Wee, Pilates Client
“All the knowledge and skills I’ve gained from her has made me a better clinician and therapist.”
— Cesar Seguban, Physiotherapist
“Audrey has also seen me through my pregnancy and helped me recover from post natal diastasis recti. She has numerous qualifications under her belt and is constantly seeking to learn more and share her knowledge and experience with both her clients and students.”
— Felicia Koh, Client

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