Meet Our Team
A worldwide network comprising top-tier gyms, pilates studios, educational institutions, psychologists, consultants, fitness experts, coaches, and health and wellness professionals is at your service. Together, we craft personalized solutions for individuals, communities, executive boards, and corporations, united in our mission to instill sustainable health and wellness cultures, values, systems, and practices for the betterment of society on a global, local, and individual level.
Nika Muller
Nika’s personal journey of health and wellness started following childhood car accident injuries which led her to the practice of pilates where she received miracle results. Encouraged by the progress she was able to make on her own journey, she has since devoted thousands of hours to studying, researching and teaching in the field of exercise and psychology science and has a uniquely broad cross-section of qualifications with some of the best certification providers globally.
Nika has been involved in various humanitarian projects and was introduced to the mechanics of effective teaching whilst volunteering her weekends to teach literacy at a men’s prison and then decided to qualify to teach Pilates to help people on their wellness journeys.
Nika takes a science-backed evidence based approach and has a Masters of Science in Psychology (awarded Distinction) with a special interest in neuroscience and the mind-body connection.
In her pursuit of a holistic understanding of life, she complements her scientific approach with a BA (Hons) degree in philosophy, exploring the profound meaning that underlies our existence and is a certified coach with a special focus on purpose and peak performance.
Whilst certified as an Advanced Mat and Equipment Pilates teacher, Nika has been interested in several exercise modalities and her teaching certificates also include ballet barre and fascia-based deep stretch techniques to bio hack the parasympathetic nervous system and engage peak performance results. Nika is certified in anatomy, and looks at the body from a functional anatomy bio-mechanical perspective.
Nika has also had a successful corporate career with 20 years global leadership experience, and is well established in the field of ESG (Environmental Social Governance). Certified by Harvard University in improving business through a culture of health, Nika is just as passionate about serving communities, governments and Corporations to create health and wellness programs at scale as she is about helping individuals whether they be athletes, executives, post birth mums, MMA fighters or people with special needs.
Gabi Dekenah
Gabi is an exceptionally gifted sports science specialist with three degrees, including a Master of Science. Awarded Distinction for her research and holding various professional designations in her field, she is the go-to specialist for Olympic athletes and professional sportspeople. Working with Gabi is like collaborating with a joyful, kind, and tenacious brainiac who isn’t happy until she exceeds your goals.
Also a pioneer and lecturer in lynotherpay/fascia, Gabi’s innovative approach ensures unparalleled success. More recently Gabi has become passionately involved with research around how trauma is stored in the body and in 2025 this arena will be a key focus of Gabi’s work.
Abigail Ireland
Abi is a sought-after international coach and compelling public speaker, known for helping others achieve their highest potential. She founded Third Planet Collective, a non-profit dedicated to protecting the environment. Exceptionally bright, Abi has won awards for academic excellence, graduating top of her class with First Class Distinction.
Abi began her career transacting and originating billion-dollar private equity deals and has had an impressive career in international corporate leadership and strategy. With a key strength in people and a passion for health, she combines studies in nutrition, exercise science, and psychology with her extensive experience in top-performing teams and innovative research to unlock peak performance. As a qualified personal trainer with an impressive array of experience and training in Barre, Pilates, and kickboxing, she excels in her field. Known for her down-to-earth, calm, kind, and compassionate nature, Abi is a top performer and dedicated peak-performance strategist.
Dr Sonali Chandi
Dr. Sonali is a distinguished British professional with a degree in dental surgery and post grad certificates in adult dental care and aesthetics. With an extensive background in serving diverse clientele, including British Special Forces soldiers, Sonali enriches our team with her unique perspective and invaluable knowledge base. Sonali was well ahead of the curve when it comes to plant-based nutrition, boasting three decades of experience in this domain. As a lifelong vegetarian, she brings a wealth of lived experience and passion for plant-based living to every interaction. Sonali is warm, kind and gentle in her communication approach but an absolute beast in the gym with her heavy weightlifting skills, often rivaling her male counterparts! What truly sets Sonali apart is her high level of integrity, genuine empathy, and kind-hearted nature. With a passionate interest in sports science and physical fitness along with her impressive level of education, we are delighted to have her as part of the team.
Phil Elder
Phil hails from NZ where he completed a bachelor’s degree in Sports Science followed by a Post Graduate Diploma in Sports Medicine. Alongside his degrees he has amassed many specialist qualifications from top industry regulators including Personal Training qualifications from the American Council on Exercise and National Academy of Sports Medicine.
Phil is a specialist practitioner in Rehab Training, Injury Recovery, Functional Movement Systems and many other top courses. He has spent many years coaching the coaches as an international lecturer, master trainer and educator across a variety of courses and qualifications. He has also worked alongside Doctors, surgeons and medical professionals in medical settings, leading rehab programs.
For years he played football in NZ at a National level. More recent outstanding highlights include Winner of the Ice Warrior Challenge 2020; summiting Kilimanjaro; Oman by UTMB 53km, finishing the Fiordland NZ Chapter of GODZone Adventure Race, and 70.3 Dubai Ironman in 2021. His current main sport is Spartan racing where he has many age group winners medals.
At the core of Phil’s approach lies a genuine desire to serve, driven by a heartfelt commitment to uplift and empower individuals. A devoted husband and father, his dedication to his family fuels his determination to positively impact lives.
Amanda Provençal
With an impressive academic background—a degree in psychology, a master’s in health communication, and an MBA focused on sustainability—Amanda offers a unique combination of empathy, strategic vision, and data-driven decision-making to the corporate world.
As a psychologist, Amanda refined her skills while working with underprivileged communities, gaining a profound understanding of the complex nature of health and resilience. This experience nurtured a deep compassion within her and a steadfast dedication to making a meaningful impact on people’s lives.
Amanda then brought her psychological expertise to the high-pressure realm of global finance. Working at leading investment banks and financial institutions, she acquired valuable knowledge of corporate dynamics, stakeholder expectations, and the strategic imperatives that drive business success.
This distinctive background establishes Amanda as a transformative leader in the fast-evolving landscape of corporate wellness and ESG initiatives. She is fluent in the language of boardrooms and financial statements, but her message centers on holistic prosperity—where employee well-being is the foundation of sustainable growth.
While it’s impossible to showcase every exceptional individual we collaborate with, the profiles above offer a glimpse into some of our key players. Our approach is to carefully curate a dedicated team for each project. What sets our team members apart is not just their impressive professional accolades and wealth of experience, but their unwavering passion, commitment to making a positive impact, and their foundation of empathy, kindness, and compassion.