Our Instructors
Wendy Drew - Founder
Wendy is the passionate force behind XSNRG, bringing over 15 years of Pilates experience and a deep commitment to helping women feel strong, capable, and confident in their bodies. Her teaching blends Pilates with fascial stretch therapy, assisted mobility work, and pelvic floor rehabilitation, offering a unique, results-driven approach tailored to each individual.
Every client begins with a personalised assessment, ensuring they feel safe, informed, and ready to move with clarity and purpose. With a strong background in injury recovery, pelvic health, and functional movement, Wendy meets you exactly where you are—whether you’re just starting out, returning from injury, or managing challenges like prolapse or incontinence.
Wendy also facilitates specialised workshops in Lymphatic Drainage, Vagus Nerve Reset, and White Tiger Qigong—designed to support deeper healing and nervous system regulation. She’s passionate about educating women on how to care for their bodies in a way that’s sustainable and empowering.
Beyond the studio, Wendy fosters a warm and supportive community through her Embrace the Pause Facebook group and podcast, creating space for women navigating perimenopause and menopause to feel heard, seen, and supported.
Lana– Pilates & Yoga Instructor
Lana brings a wealth of international experience and heart to every class she teaches. Originally from Ukraine, she spent over a decade in Spain, where her journey as a movement professional began. It was there she completed her Pilates training with the Spanish Sports Federation, laying the foundation for a career dedicated to helping others feel stronger, more mobile, and more connected to their bodies.
Now living in Karratha after several years in Perth, Svetlana has over 10 years of experience in both Yoga and Pilates. She has worked with people of all ages and abilities, designing low-impact, accessible programs that support you—especially if you're returning to exercise, just starting out, or navigating midlife changes.
Lana believes movement should be enjoyable and empowering. Her calm, encouraging style and focus on progress at your pace mean you'll always feel supported as you work toward your goals. She’s committed to ongoing learning, recently completing her Cert III & IV in Fitness with Fit College in Perth, and continues to grow her skills to better support her clients.
No matter your age or ability, Lana is here to help you discover that it's never too late to move, grow, and thrive.
Maria Fayad - Pilates Matwork and
Pre / Postnatal Instructor
and Personal Trainer
Meet Maria (aka Marzy or Marzymar) Hailing from the west coast of Canada and now proudly calling Australia home for over seven years, Maria brings a refreshing, grounded approach to wellness. With a Bachelor's Degree in Health Education and over five years in the fitness industry, she blends her passion for movement with a deep respect for the body’s natural rhythm.
Maria’s philosophy has evolved to centre on longevity—choosing energising movement that supports a vibrant, sustainable lifestyle. She’s all about helping clients feel more like themselves through classes that are dynamic, fun, and yes, just a little bit spicy. Her sessions might start with a smile, but don’t be surprised if you feel that satisfying booty burn by the end!
An outdoor enthusiast at heart, Maria thrives near the ocean and finds inspiration in its ever-changing energy. Whether she’s teaching mat or reformer Pilates, you’ll feel her calming confidence and genuine care.
Words Maria lives by:
Remove the strictness but not the discipline, remove the pressure and bump up the passion, remove the comparison and amplify the confidence.
Emma – OT & Pilates Instructor
Emma brings a gentle strength and a thoughtful approach to every session she leads. A qualified Occupational Therapist with a Bachelor of Health Science and a Masters of Occupational Therapy, she’s passionate about helping women move in ways that feel supportive, empowering, and sustainable.
Mat certified since 2021, Emma blends her clinical knowledge with her love for functional, everyday movement—making her classes feel both grounded and rejuvenating. As a busy mum of two, she truly understands the juggle, and creates space for her clients to reconnect with their bodies, breath, and sense of self.
Originally from rural NSW, Emma has always felt at home in wide open spaces. A lover of travel and all things outdoors, she brings a grounded, adventurous energy to the XSNRG community.
Whether you’re brand new to Pilates or getting back into movement after time away, Emma’s classes are a welcoming, supportive place to start.
