This is Hunter,
our studio dog.
He is a Bulldog.
He likes Pats.
meet our team
Kylie barclay
Owner • Pole & Bungee Instructor • Personal Trainer
Studio Owner, Kylie is a qualified Personal Trainer and Pole Instructor with years of experience in fitness and aerials.
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Studio Exhilarate is the culmination of her passion and tireless planning combined with a desire to support and educate people about the benefits of Pole & Aerial fitness.
Kylie's energy, expertise, desire to lift others up and true passion for Aerials and fitness are at the core of her business.
"I want people to walk in and learn body confidence, not feel judged or out of place. Studios can be intimidating...I want to show clients what Pole & Aerials can be all about. Our bodies are quite incredible and are capable of anything with a bit of hard work and consistency"
KYLIE
BUNGEE & POLE & FITNESS INSTRUCTOR
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DESCRIBE YOURSELF IN 3 WORDS
Loud, Positive & Determined
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FAVOURITE MUSIC
Jimmy Barnes, Fleetwood Mac or anything 80's.
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WHAT DO YOU DO WHEN YOU'RE NOT AT STUDIO EXHILARATE?
I am a Wife and Mum of 2 teenagers so you can safely say I don't slow down when I'm not at Studio Exhilarate.
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WHAT DO YOU LOVE MOST ABOUT STUDIO EXHILARATE?
I love watching students confidence and strength grow as the weeks progress and watching the friendships build. I love watching my little Lara studio I created turn into something so many people call their "safe place" and somewhere you can walk into and leave everything else out the door..
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DO YOU HAVE ANY PETS?
My whole life I wanted a British Bulldog because my parents used to breed them. It took me 40 Years but I finally have the naughty boy Hunter. I also have a rescue dog, Misty, who is Kelpie x Staffy x Bull Mastiff.
SHARNA
BUNGEE & KIDS CIRCUS INSTRUCTOR
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DESCRIBE YOURSELF IN 3 WORDS
Strong, Smart, Caring
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FAVOURITE MUSIC
Anything really...but mostly the 80's.
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WHAT DO YOU DO WHEN YOU'RE NOT AT STUDIO EXHILARATE?
I am a Wife, Mum of 2 girls, Barista and a student.
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WHAT DO YOU LOVE MOST ABOUT STUDIO EXHILARATE?
I love the welcoming and supportive environment.
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DO YOU HAVE ANY PETS?
I have a dog named Ella, Cat named Fern and 2 fish: Selma & Pattie
LYNN
POLE INSTRUCTOR
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DESCRIBE YOURSELF IN 3 WORDS
Calm, Caring & Compassionate
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FAVOURITE FOOD
I love anything clean and healthy but I have a bit of a sweet tooth.
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WHAT DO YOU DO WHEN YOU'RE NOT AT STUDIO EXHILARATE?
I am a Wife and Mother of 2 boys and 2 fur babies. My "day job" is in Community Care in an Administration Position.
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WHAT DO YOU LOVE MOST ABOUT STUDIO EXHILARATE?
I love having the opportunity to be a part of an environment where you have a real sense of belonging, that feeling is good for the soul.
I love as a group we face challenges and together we celebrate our triumphs. I love the way we are all growing and most of all I love the feeling of being a part of something that is making a difference not only in my life but in so many others.
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DO YOU HAVE ANY PETS?
I have a Labradoodle Called Lunar - She is 3. We also have a baby, Scout, she is a Border Collie x Lab and is 10 months old.
CARINA
POLE INSTRUCTOR
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DESCRIBE YOURSELF IN 3 WORDS
Outgoing, Caring, Determined
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FAVOURITE FOOD
It would have to be Scrambled Tofu.
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WHAT DO YOU DO WHEN YOU'RE NOT AT STUDIO EXHILARATE?
I do a few things. Seasonally I am a Field Ecologist, but I also do Garden and Landscape Maintenance. I am currently studying to be a Registered Yoga Teacher.
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WHAT DO YOU LOVE MOST ABOUT STUDIO EXHILARATE?
I love the community we have built and continue to build. All the instructors and students are so supportive and uplifting, continually pushing one another to be our best and welcoming everyone with open arms. Nothing excites me more than seeing students progress in streng\th and confidence and the joy that comes with nailing the tricks they've been working on.
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DO YOU HAVE ANY PETS?
I wish! Plants are my equivalent of pets at the moment.
AIMEE
POLE & KIDS CIRCUS INSTRUCTOR
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DESCRIBE YOURSELF IN 3 WORDS
Loud, Sassy & Passionate
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FAVOURITE FOOD
I love food too much to choose a favourite, although I love anything that is sweet. I'm a massive fan of desserts.
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WHAT DO YOU DO WHEN YOU'RE NOT AT STUDIO EXHILARATE?
I work full time as an Education Support worker and study Part Time completing my Bachelor of Teaching (Primary).
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WHAT DO YOU LOVE MOST ABOUT STUDIO EXHILARATE?
I love watching people come more confident in themselves, making classes fun for all ages and having a good time while teaching or training. I love the lasting friendships I have created with people from the studio.
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DO YOU HAVE ANY PETS?
I have a 15 year old Black Labrador named Ninja
FELICITY
LYRA INSTRUCTOR
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DESCRIBE YOURSELF IN 3 WORDS
Independent, Honest & Persistent
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FAVOURITE MUSIC
Modern Pop songs that reference the 80's but I'll listen to anything depending on my mood.
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WHAT DO YOU DO WHEN YOU'RE NOT AT STUDIO EXHILARATE?
II am a leading teacher at a secondary school..
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WHAT DO YOU LOVE MOST ABOUT STUDIO EXHILARATE?
The easy and fun vibes.
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DO YOU HAVE ANY PETS?
No, but I want a Golden Retriever really badly!
JO
LYRA & KIDS CIRCUS INSTRUCTOR
DESCRIBE YOURSELF IN 3 WORDS
Calm, Friendly, Honest
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FAVOURITE FOOD
Italian and Mexican
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FAVOURITE MUSIC
80's, 90's & Musicals
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WHAT DO YOU DO WHEN YOU'RE NOT AT STUDIO EXHILARATE?
I’m a bookkeeper for a commercial bricklayer, a mum to 7 year old twins, and a calisthenics coach.
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WHAT DO YOU LOVE MOST ABOUT STUDIO EXHILARATE?
I love the feeling of family, everyone is so welcoming and I love spending time here.
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DO YOU HAVE ANY PETS?
No Pets.
COURTNEY
BUNGEE & FITNESS INSTRUCTOR
DESCRIBE YOURSELF IN 3 WORDS
Habitual, laid-back and funny (sometimes)
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FAVOURITE FOOD
It changes all the time. At the moment it is probably Mexican or Italian.
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FAVOURITE MUSIC
Everything from 80's pop to indy rock. If I like it I like it! Except maybe death metal!
WHAT DO YOU DO WHEN YOU'RE NOT AT STUDIO EXHILARATE?
Relaxing on my couch, trying to learn Spanish, or planning my next trip away.
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WHAT DO YOU LOVE MOST ABOUT STUDIO EXHILARATE?
The support the team offers its members. The growth in my personal strength and confidence since joining has been crazy. I still have a way to go, but knowing the instructors and the other members are always there to help keeps me motivated.
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DO YOU HAVE ANY PETS?
No, I am definitely not an animal person!!
CHRISTINE
DANCE FITNESS INSTRUCTOR
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ELLIE
ADMIN / SOCIAL MEDIA / MARKETING
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DESCRIBE YOURSELF IN 3 WORDS
Creative, Funny & Bright
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FAVOURITE FOOD
Vietnamese and Mexican.
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FAVOURITE MUSIC
Hip-Hop & female rap, 90's Alternative and oldies - anything I can bust a move to!
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WHAT DO YOU DO WHEN YOU'RE NOT AT STUDIO EXHILARATE?
I run 2 graphic design businesses, Ellie McGrath Graphic Design specialises in design for business (Logos, branding etc) and
Call You George! specialises in design for Events and Home (weddings, parties, art, cards).
I am also a (bad house)Wife and and mother to Clover, our relentless primary schooler.
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WHAT DO YOU LOVE MOST ABOUT STUDIO EXHILARATE?
The acceptance. It's unconditional. Height, weight, race, gender - it just doesn't matter here. The teams main concern is your purpose. your "why" and helping you to achieve that purpose. I feel safe and respected whenever I'm in studio - whether that is while I am working or working out.
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DO YOU HAVE ANY PETS?
A giant Staghound - his name is Byron and he is an old boi at 15.