TESTIMONIALS
Here are some testimonials from my satisfied clients:
Testimonial 1
Hi Hisham
I heard about the benefits of practicing Pilates from friends but did not really believe it till I signed up for your Pilates class about 5 months ago at Toa Payoh West CC. Being a relatively tall woman at 1.67cm, I have the habit of “hunching” my back/shoulders when I walk and hence developed a problem somewhat like “kyphosis”, over the years. At your Pilates classes, we were always reminded to “pull back our shoulders” when we executed the moves. These regular regimes have subconsciously helped to improve my bad posture and I feel and look less “hunched” nowadays. This benefit really came as a pleasant surprise to me. In addition, your emphasis on the exercise and control of my 4th quadrant muscles have also helped to strengthen my otherwise weak core muscles. I used to drag going for the exercise due to laziness but always feel “energized” after each Pilates lesson. In fact, I have grown to look forward to the lessons. Your fun and informal instruction style helps to “liven” the class and now that we are into the 3rd session of your class, I have always enjoyed your classes.
Regards
Elvina Tan N L
Testimonial 2
Dear Hisham,
I enjoy your pilates class very much. Thank you. Your class actually inspire me to do things I never thought I could do. 1st time in my last 18 yrs, taming myself to gym..
1st time in my last 20 yrs taming myself to do my morning walk almost daily!
1st time in the last 22yrs finally took up swimming lessons. After 8 lessons now I can do breaststroke on my own, tons of satisfaction! But all the above events occured when you asked me, “How come my muscles are so tight! ?” during my 1st pilates class with you! Whatever you’ve taught me and that I can remember & can do within my limits, I practice them every single day !!
Thanks again,
Janet Cheung
Yishun
Testimonial 3
Testimonial 2
Dear Hisham,
I enjoy your pilates class very much. Thank you. Your class actually inspire me to do things I never thought I could do. 1st time in my last 18 yrs, taming myself to gym..
1st time in my last 20 yrs taming myself to do my morning walk almost daily!
1st time in the last 22yrs finally took up swimming lessons. After 8 lessons now I can do breaststroke on my own, tons of satisfaction! But all the above events occured when you asked me, “How come my muscles are so tight! ?” during my 1st pilates class with you! Whatever you’ve taught me and that I can remember & can do within my limits, I practice them every single day !!
Thanks again,
Janet Cheung
Yishun
Testimonial 3
Dear Hisham,
Just want to let you know that my friend - Ms Cheah Ee Lin and I enjoyed your pliates class very much. Before joining the class, I am not flexible at all (can't even touch my toes when I bent down!!) after attending about few sessions, I can feel that I am more flexible and by the end of the last session I can finally touch my toes! The breathing technique that I have learnt has also enchance my regular exercise regime.
Mr Hisham is very encouraging and always push me to achieve my goals. He gives personal attention and guidance. We are looking forward to his next intermediate class.
Best in health,
Caris Lim
Testimonial 4I have a chronic lower back problem which has become more severe lately due to degenerating discs. It is from an injury some 20 years ago, when I practice Aikido. I did Yoga a couple of years ago, but I have found Pilates to be much more effective in alleviating my discomfort. (Not that I mean to degrade Yoga in anyway. The Yoga instructor probably had a different emphasis then.) What impressed me was the emphasis on strengthening of the other core muscles supporting the back and especially the tucking in of the inner core abdominal muscles. Now I know: When I straighten up after bending over, tightening those core muscles greatly relieves the strain on my lower back. I also do tai-chi seriously. Proper breathing with the tucking in of the same inner muscles seems to give a better and more stable posture to my tai-chi stances. I appreciate that Hisham’s lessons are always very well paced, neither overly strenuously (which you probably don’t want after a hard day’s work at the office), nor too easy (no training effect). I finish each session feeling energised . . . my back and especially my posture feels perfect. Hisham is a caring trainer who also understands various injuries and their related Pilates postures – whether they are good or bad for you. You wouldn’t want to practice a posture that aggravates your injury. Here’s some info to share with anyone with back problems (these are from my personal experience and from having consulted some specialists):- One of the major problems contributing to the discomfort are tight muscles. It’s also a ‘chicken and egg’ thing – your back hurts due to the tight muscles and vice versa - your muscles are tight due to your back problem – they are working extra hard to keep you upright; coupled with unequal tension and strength, they tend to pull in an unbalanced manner, hence, the pain.You’ll be surprised at the muscles involved:
muscles along your entire back ( I heard of people with slipped-disc with backs that are as hard as laundry boards, due to excessive tension) buttock muscles, front thigh muscles, and rear thigh muscles (your hamstrings).Stretching these muscles is of paramount importance. It greatly relieves the pain and strain I feel in my lower back. So, forget about stretching postures you learnt during PE in school or during your NS. You’ve got to stretch those muscles in an isolated manner whilst maintaining proper posture. That’s where Pilates come in. Pilates mat-work to me is about:-Proper breathing
Strengtening deep abdominal muscles
Exercising other core muscles which are normally little used.
Keeping the right posture (alignment of the spine) during all stances
Stretching tight muscles So, I am lucky to have discovered Pilates through Hisham. Thanks!Regards Ken
Testimonial 5
Testimonial 5Mr. Noor Hisham was my Pilates instructor, having signed up for lessons at the Yio Chu Kang Sports Council.
Despite the short length of the lesson, Hisham was able to ensure that every session was thoroughly enjoyable and enriching. His instructions clear and precise, Hisham ensured that every student was able to comprehend the complex movements before proceeding on with the lesson. It is this patience and his ability to accommodate students from all walks of life and abilities that is truly appreciated by the majority of his students.
Patience and plain old-fashioned fun mark the cornerstone of his teachings, and I undoubtedly look forward to Hisham’s next Pilates lesson.
Rosie Wong Moi Kwai
Pilates student, 2007-2008Testimonial 6 I join Pilates by chance and Mr Hisham is my instructor. I truly enjoy his class and he has kept me in Pilates thus far.
He is motivated and he ensures he meet the needs of every student in term of physical endurance as each individual student has different physical tolerance level.
His instruction is clear and precise and his teaching goes beyond the technicalities. He is caring and committed as he takes the pain to stretch the time beyond the lesson just so that all students have master the technique he teaches on that day.
He is delicates to his teaching in Pilates and I recommend him to anybody who has the temptation to try out Pilates.
Student from Tampines Community Centre
Evelyn Ho
Testimonial 8Testimonial 7I had attended other pilate classes and none of the instructors could understand my body limitation (having back problem) like instructor Mr Hisham does. He is able to guide me through the classes with the rest of the students whom some also face other sets of problem. Despite all these challenges, Mr Hisham managed it patiently and guided us throughout with steps that were modified to individuals’ ability and needs.
Thumb-up to his professionalism and I certainly look forward to the start of his new class.
Student Monica Best Regards,Monica
Testimonial 8Testimonial 8
I was in Hisham's beginners and intermediate mat pilates classes at both Jelutung and Chong Pang Community Centres. I found him to be a caring instructor, not only does he make it a point to know each students' injuries but he makes an effort to help them during classes. His instructions are clear and easy to follow. Being in his classes is fun and interesting because he is "quite a character"!
Regards
Susan Sim
Marketing Services MgrAmazon Papyrus Chemicals Singapore Pte Ltd
TESTIMONIAL 9
I have attended Hisham's Pilates class on and off for almost three years.
I must say he is a very good and disciplined instructor. I have become more aligned and at the same time much more flexible.
His sense of humour makes the class fun and interesting & I strongly recommend him to anybody who would like to take up Pilates.
Mrs Glen Eric Angus.
TESTIMONIAL 10
Noor Hisham is a good Pilates instructor.
Learn a lot about body posture from him.
It’s a pity he does not want to teach us anymore.
Good Job. Keep it up.
Best Regards
Margaret Tan
Group Corporate Finance
Testimonial 11
Dear Hisham
Thank you for your strengthening & fun pilates lessons and you enhanced it with ballet stretching.It makes my childhood dream of learning ballet (even if it's just stretching in front of the mirror with the parallet bars) and adult dream of pilates come true!
With Appreciation,Szu-tien
Here are some testimonials from my satisfied clients:
Testimonial 1
Hi Hisham
I heard about the benefits of practicing Pilates from friends but did not really believe it till I signed up for your Pilates class about 5 months ago at Toa Payoh West CC. Being a relatively tall woman at 1.67cm, I have the habit of “hunching” my back/shoulders when I walk and hence developed a problem somewhat like “kyphosis”, over the years. At your Pilates classes, we were always reminded to “pull back our shoulders” when we executed the moves. These regular regimes have subconsciously helped to improve my bad posture and I feel and look less “hunched” nowadays. This benefit really came as a pleasant surprise to me. In addition, your emphasis on the exercise and control of my 4th quadrant muscles have also helped to strengthen my otherwise weak core muscles. I used to drag going for the exercise due to laziness but always feel “energized” after each Pilates lesson. In fact, I have grown to look forward to the lessons. Your fun and informal instruction style helps to “liven” the class and now that we are into the 3rd session of your class, I have always enjoyed your classes.
Regards
Elvina Tan N L
Testimonial 2
Dear Hisham,
I enjoy your pilates class very much. Thank you. Your class actually inspire me to do things I never thought I could do. 1st time in my last 18 yrs, taming myself to gym..
1st time in my last 20 yrs taming myself to do my morning walk almost daily!
1st time in the last 22yrs finally took up swimming lessons. After 8 lessons now I can do breaststroke on my own, tons of satisfaction! But all the above events occured when you asked me, “How come my muscles are so tight! ?” during my 1st pilates class with you! Whatever you’ve taught me and that I can remember & can do within my limits, I practice them every single day !!
Thanks again,
Janet Cheung
Yishun
Testimonial 3
Testimonial 2
Dear Hisham,
I enjoy your pilates class very much. Thank you. Your class actually inspire me to do things I never thought I could do. 1st time in my last 18 yrs, taming myself to gym..
1st time in my last 20 yrs taming myself to do my morning walk almost daily!
1st time in the last 22yrs finally took up swimming lessons. After 8 lessons now I can do breaststroke on my own, tons of satisfaction! But all the above events occured when you asked me, “How come my muscles are so tight! ?” during my 1st pilates class with you! Whatever you’ve taught me and that I can remember & can do within my limits, I practice them every single day !!
Thanks again,
Janet Cheung
Yishun
Testimonial 3
Dear Hisham,
Just want to let you know that my friend - Ms Cheah Ee Lin and I enjoyed your pliates class very much. Before joining the class, I am not flexible at all (can't even touch my toes when I bent down!!) after attending about few sessions, I can feel that I am more flexible and by the end of the last session I can finally touch my toes! The breathing technique that I have learnt has also enchance my regular exercise regime.
Mr Hisham is very encouraging and always push me to achieve my goals. He gives personal attention and guidance. We are looking forward to his next intermediate class.
Best in health,
Caris Lim
Testimonial 4I have a chronic lower back problem which has become more severe lately due to degenerating discs. It is from an injury some 20 years ago, when I practice Aikido. I did Yoga a couple of years ago, but I have found Pilates to be much more effective in alleviating my discomfort. (Not that I mean to degrade Yoga in anyway. The Yoga instructor probably had a different emphasis then.) What impressed me was the emphasis on strengthening of the other core muscles supporting the back and especially the tucking in of the inner core abdominal muscles. Now I know: When I straighten up after bending over, tightening those core muscles greatly relieves the strain on my lower back. I also do tai-chi seriously. Proper breathing with the tucking in of the same inner muscles seems to give a better and more stable posture to my tai-chi stances. I appreciate that Hisham’s lessons are always very well paced, neither overly strenuously (which you probably don’t want after a hard day’s work at the office), nor too easy (no training effect). I finish each session feeling energised . . . my back and especially my posture feels perfect. Hisham is a caring trainer who also understands various injuries and their related Pilates postures – whether they are good or bad for you. You wouldn’t want to practice a posture that aggravates your injury. Here’s some info to share with anyone with back problems (these are from my personal experience and from having consulted some specialists):- One of the major problems contributing to the discomfort are tight muscles. It’s also a ‘chicken and egg’ thing – your back hurts due to the tight muscles and vice versa - your muscles are tight due to your back problem – they are working extra hard to keep you upright; coupled with unequal tension and strength, they tend to pull in an unbalanced manner, hence, the pain.You’ll be surprised at the muscles involved:
muscles along your entire back ( I heard of people with slipped-disc with backs that are as hard as laundry boards, due to excessive tension) buttock muscles, front thigh muscles, and rear thigh muscles (your hamstrings).Stretching these muscles is of paramount importance. It greatly relieves the pain and strain I feel in my lower back. So, forget about stretching postures you learnt during PE in school or during your NS. You’ve got to stretch those muscles in an isolated manner whilst maintaining proper posture. That’s where Pilates come in. Pilates mat-work to me is about:-Proper breathing
Strengtening deep abdominal muscles
Exercising other core muscles which are normally little used.
Keeping the right posture (alignment of the spine) during all stances
Stretching tight muscles So, I am lucky to have discovered Pilates through Hisham. Thanks!Regards Ken
Testimonial 5
Testimonial 5Mr. Noor Hisham was my Pilates instructor, having signed up for lessons at the Yio Chu Kang Sports Council.
Despite the short length of the lesson, Hisham was able to ensure that every session was thoroughly enjoyable and enriching. His instructions clear and precise, Hisham ensured that every student was able to comprehend the complex movements before proceeding on with the lesson. It is this patience and his ability to accommodate students from all walks of life and abilities that is truly appreciated by the majority of his students.
Patience and plain old-fashioned fun mark the cornerstone of his teachings, and I undoubtedly look forward to Hisham’s next Pilates lesson.
Rosie Wong Moi Kwai
Pilates student, 2007-2008Testimonial 6 I join Pilates by chance and Mr Hisham is my instructor. I truly enjoy his class and he has kept me in Pilates thus far.
He is motivated and he ensures he meet the needs of every student in term of physical endurance as each individual student has different physical tolerance level.
His instruction is clear and precise and his teaching goes beyond the technicalities. He is caring and committed as he takes the pain to stretch the time beyond the lesson just so that all students have master the technique he teaches on that day.
He is delicates to his teaching in Pilates and I recommend him to anybody who has the temptation to try out Pilates.
Student from Tampines Community Centre
Evelyn Ho
Testimonial 8Testimonial 7I had attended other pilate classes and none of the instructors could understand my body limitation (having back problem) like instructor Mr Hisham does. He is able to guide me through the classes with the rest of the students whom some also face other sets of problem. Despite all these challenges, Mr Hisham managed it patiently and guided us throughout with steps that were modified to individuals’ ability and needs.
Thumb-up to his professionalism and I certainly look forward to the start of his new class.
Student Monica Best Regards,Monica
Testimonial 8Testimonial 8
I was in Hisham's beginners and intermediate mat pilates classes at both Jelutung and Chong Pang Community Centres. I found him to be a caring instructor, not only does he make it a point to know each students' injuries but he makes an effort to help them during classes. His instructions are clear and easy to follow. Being in his classes is fun and interesting because he is "quite a character"!
Regards
Susan Sim
Marketing Services MgrAmazon Papyrus Chemicals Singapore Pte Ltd
TESTIMONIAL 9
I have attended Hisham's Pilates class on and off for almost three years.
I must say he is a very good and disciplined instructor. I have become more aligned and at the same time much more flexible.
His sense of humour makes the class fun and interesting & I strongly recommend him to anybody who would like to take up Pilates.
Mrs Glen Eric Angus.
TESTIMONIAL 10
Noor Hisham is a good Pilates instructor.
Learn a lot about body posture from him.
It’s a pity he does not want to teach us anymore.
Good Job. Keep it up.
Best Regards
Margaret Tan
Group Corporate Finance
Testimonial 11
Dear Hisham
Thank you for your strengthening & fun pilates lessons and you enhanced it with ballet stretching.It makes my childhood dream of learning ballet (even if it's just stretching in front of the mirror with the parallet bars) and adult dream of pilates come true!
With Appreciation,Szu-tien
Testimonial 12
I was in a senior citizen class and many of the students in the class had knee pain , back pain, hip pain and shoulder pain. Some of them have never attended Pilates class before!
Hisham was undaunted by all these.. in fact with his experience he is able to modify the workout to suit those who cannot follow his original blueprint workouts.
He was very encouraging and lightened the mood of the whole class with his witty jokes.
He even went to the extent of teaching those with specific acute conditions as to how to relief their pain and symtoms!
After each workout, most of us felt very light and flexible nad less pain.
Yes we all felt very much younger after every Pilates workout conducted by Hisham.
I recommed Hisham to anyone who needs a 1-2-1 or any group classes conducted by him.
Its worgth every penny!
So try it
rgds
LESLEY
Yio Chu Kang
