Our Team
Renee Ellis | Owner, Personal Trainer, Pilates & Yoga Instructor
Renee is a dedicated business owner, personal trainer, and instructor in both Pilates and Yoga. Her approach to fitness is holistic, driven by a desire to empower others to forge deeper connections with their bodies.
Inspired by a lifelong passion for movement cultivated through her background in sports and dance, Renee has consistently found fulfilment in physical activity. Since entering the fitness industry as a personal trainer and group fitness instructor in 2014, she has remained committed to continuous growth and learning. Over the years, Renee has had the privilege of working with diverse clients, from individuals to sports teams, teaching Pilates in various settings, and founding two successful businesses.
Her journey of self-discovery has inspired Renee to emphasise the importance of mental, emotional, and spiritual well-being alongside physical fitness. She believes fostering presence, acceptance, and vulnerability as essential elements of self-care, not only for ourselves but also for the planet and all its inhabitants. Renee is confident that through movement, we can cultivate and apply these values in our lives. Her classes serve as a platform for this transformative practice, inviting participants to explore and embody these principles on their wellness journey.
Alicia Osborn | Pilates & Yoga Instructor | Studio manager
Alicia’s Pilates journey began 10 years ago at her aunt’s chiropractic clinic, where she taught rehab-based Pilates. Drawn to the way Pilates makes her body feel, she has always had a deep passion for body-weighted movement, making Pilates a natural fit. Fascinated by human physiology and the healing power of physical practice, Alicia went on to teach a mixture of traditional and HIIT mat Pilates at various gyms across Adelaide, refining her own unique style along the way.
Her curiosity about the human body led her to study naturopathy and nutrition at Endeavour College. However, when COVID hit, she realised she wasn’t suited to a desk job—she needed movement to feel fulfilled. She graduated with a Diploma in Nutrition and soon after enrolled in her 200-hour Vinyasa Teacher Training. More recently, she also completed a degree in Viticulture and Oenology, driven by her deep passion for working outdoors in nature and connecting with Mother Earth. Since completing her initial yoga training in 2020, Alicia has expanded her knowledge by studying Meditation, Yin, Nidra, Sound Healing, Reiki, and Kids Yoga.
She is passionate about creating a space where people feel seen, supported, and connected to themselves. Alicia’s classes are creative and strong, always centered around the breath. She hopes students leave feeling empowered and balanced, believing that both Pilates and yoga help us connect with our most authentic selves. She is honoured to share the wisdom of these practices with the community at The Loft.
Mara Coldwell | Yoga & Sound Healing Instructor| Consultant
Mara is an ISHTA-trained yoga teacher who creates a welcoming space for growth, connection, and transformation. ISHTA—short for the Integrated Science of Hatha, Tantra, and Ayurveda—is a yoga practice that’s all about meeting your unique needs. Hatha is the physical practice, balancing and strengthening the body while helping it prepare for higher levels of consciousness (yes, bliss!). Tantra is the philosophy that sees the perfection in all beings, and Ayurveda is the ancient science of healing that promotes long-lasting health. ISHTA means “that which resonates with the individual spirit,” and Mara’s teaching is all about personalizing the practice to suit you.
Mara is also trained in yoga nidra, guiding you into deep relaxation and inner calm, and is diving into the world of kirtan, learning to play the harmonium and explore the power of sound. Her classes blend intention, playfulness, and respect for yoga’s traditions, helping you honor your body, breathe deeply, and have fun on the mat.
Whether you’re a seasoned yogi or brand new to the practice, Mara’s classes are designed to support you where you are, creating space for strength, balance, and calm. Her goal is to help you feel empowered, connected, and ready to bring the best version of yourself into your everyday life.
Shelby Sharland | Holistic Therapist, Reiki & Breathwork Facilitator | Admin support
Shelby is a holistic therapist & healer through her business A Touch of Clarity, which bridges the gap between science & spirituality.
Shelby began her career by graduating with a bachelor of behavioural science degree (psychology) in 2019 & began her journey of personal healing & self development. Through this experience she realised that there was more to the healing process than just a traditional therapeutic approach & that what we can consciously understand & process through the mind, is only a small piece of the healing puzzle.
This realisation led Shelby to become trained as a reiki healer, breathwork & meditation teacher, sound healer, EFT practitioner, NLP practitioner & hypnotherapist. She is also currently enrolled in her yoga teacher training, with hopes of adding that to her offers in the future.
Shelby has a huge passion for the mind, body & soul connection & helping her clients to not be caged by their past experiences. A lot of the work Shelby does is about how the body holds trauma, emotion & experiences & teaching clients how to process, release, heal & regain their personal power.
Find out more about Shelby's business A Touch of Clarity.
Tayla Williams | Pilates Instructor
Tayla is a passionate believer that pilates is for EVERYBODY and that nurturing physical movement can profoundly enrich one's life.
Her journey began through dance, where she recognized the vital role of a strong core and the profound mind-body connection, leading her to embrace Pilates.
With a passion for diverse forms of movement, Tayla has embraced various styles of Pilates and empowers her clients to pursue their goals with assurance.
In her classes, Tayla emphasizes engaging the entire body in a manner that feels personally satisfying and beneficial.
Pilates holds a significant place in Tayla's life, evident in her radiant presence at The Loft, where she shares her expertise with a contagious smile.
Steve Cutts | Yoga Instructor
Steve has been a student of yoga for about 5 years. He fell in love with the practice after visiting Nepal in 2020. Over this period Steve has learnt so much about his own body and the vitality that came from incorporating these practices into his life daily.
Steve’s passion for yoga also stemmed from an interest in all aspects of the mind which led him to study psychology at university. He completed his 200 hour vinyasa teacher training in 2023, which sparked his passion for anatomy and philosophy.
“For me, yoga has always been about coming home to myself. Having the opportunity to spend part of my day bringing awareness to my breath has really helped me navigate the chaos of modern living.”
Steve’s teachings will offer you strong dynamic movements with a sense of fluidity throughout your practice. These elements of āsana will always be intertwined with pranayama, ancient wisdom and playfulness.
Nicole Horochoski | Yoga Instructor
Nicole’s journey into movement and mindfulness began early in life. She trained in ballet from the age of four until fifteen, then transitioned into martial arts, dedicating over a decade to karate. Her passion led her further into the disciplines of Jiu-Jitsu, Muay Thai, Capoeira, and boxing, both in Brazil and after moving to Australia. These practices nurtured a deep respect for discipline, structure, and resilience.
Yet, despite the physical mastery, Nicole sensed something was missing—a deeper connection to the mind and spirit. Her exploration into meditation began at just twelve years old in a Buddhist temple in Brazil. A transformative Vipassana retreat later revealed the path ahead: she pursued her yoga teacher training, followed by advanced studies in meditation and Tantra. These profound teachings continue to shape both her practice and her life.
Nicole is equally fascinated by neuroscience and is passionate about weaving modern scientific insights into ancient traditions. Her teaching style reflects this integration, offering students a space to explore awareness and presence.
In her Flow and Yin classes, Nicole encourages participatory observation—a gentle, grounded way to return to the Self. Her students often leave feeling centered, relaxed, awakened, and inspired.
Mackenzy Richardson | Yoga Instructor
Mackenzy loves to create inclusive, multilevel classes that invite everybody to feel good in their body - regardless of experience, ability, or age.
After completing her yoga teacher training in Sri Lanka, Mackenzy’s appreciation for both the physical and emotional layers of the practice only strengthened. She’s especially passionate about helping students connect to their breath, nervous system, and inner awareness.
With a background in Marine Biology and a love for nature, Mackenzy brings a grounded, holistic approach to her classes.
Her teaching blends a playful and fun energy with thoughtful cueing and variations, encouraging students to move in a way that feels right for them.
Her classes offer a grounded space to show up exactly as you are, pause, reconnect, and cultivate a deeper mind-body connection.
Steph Hausler | Yoga Instructor & Breathwork Facilitator
Steph completed her Yoga Teacher Training in India back in 2019, a life long dream after welcoming the practice of Yoga into her world over 10 years ago. Weaving wisdom from traditional eastern philosophy, Steph’s goal is to share the gifts of this ancient practice in a way that leaves her students feeling more connected to themselves and the world around them.
“Yoga has been such a powerful tool when it comes to my own journey. Through yoga we not only build physical strength and flexibility, but more importantly mental strength and a deeper sense of resilience. I believe in order to show up as the highest version of ourselves we need to positively nourish our mind, body and soul - which for me is through the practice of Yoga”
Steph is super passionate about holistic health, sustainable living and is currently studying to become a Naturopath. She is also a qualified breathwork facilitator with Cool 2be Conscious.
Her mission is to support people to feel empowered, safe and connected to their bodies and the world around them through a mindful and compassionate approach. Steph has also completed her Trauma informed Yoga Teacher Training, which explores ways that Yoga can be used as a tool for those experiencing challenges around anxiety, depression and body image.
Lee Glew | Personal Trainer
Lee is a certified personal trainer with an interest in small group training. Starting out on her own fitness journey 10 years ago, she knows how daunting the gym can be, so aims to bring a space of inclusivity, guidance, and encouragement to her professional practice. Lee trains with a focus on producing a body that can work with efficiency and longevity and with an educational background in neurosciences, her programming uses evidence-based tools to do so.
After years of her own training in high level dance and sport including power-lifting and rugby, the greatest barriers Lee faced came down to the value she placed in the physical and mental limits she could break to reach a predefined version of success. She has since deciphered that movement and fitness is rather an act of service to the one body and mind that is simply You. To care for our bodies allows us to bring more to all aspects of our lives.
Lee’s teaching will guide you in finding strength and resilience to carry you through all aspects of your life.