Testimonials
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Ian Goodwin B.SCPT, FCAMPT, DipManipPT, cGMIMS, MATS Calgary Core Physiotherapy tel: 403.455.4010 |
"I have had the distinct pleasure of working with Kathleen Keller over the past few years. Prior to working with Kathleen, I had met and worked with many highly qualified Pilates instructors while touring with Cirque du Soleil. I can easily state that Kathleen is a preeminent expert and teacher in her field. Kathleen has enhanced my appreciation of postural correction and movement control. She has adapted a complete program that combines her Therapeutic Ball Techniques with modern Pilates. On a daily basis, I apply principles and exercises from The Keller Method into my clinical practice. Kathleen has gained the trust and respect of the physiotherapists in our clinic. She is an essential part of our team. I do not hesitate to recommend my patients or physiotherapy colleagues to work with and learn from Kathleen.” |
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Dr. Melissa Kotkas Calgary, AB B.SC, M.D. C.C.F.P., F.C.F.P. |
I am a physician and around 7-8 yrs ago I herniated a disc in my lower back skiing. I tried everything including physio, massage, personal trainers and prolotherapy, all with some degree of success. But I was still left with a lot of pain and tightness in my muscles and my experts felt it was myofascial pain. I saw Kathleen to do Therapeutic Ball and she taught me how to roll on various balls to release muscle tension and pain mainly in my lower back, buttocks and legs. Recently I saw her again to do upper body and feet. She has an incredible knowledge base and is passionate about what she does. For those of us with busy lives she provides a way to treat ourselves at home, releasing the days tension and pain on our own time. Therapeutic ball has given me a sense of control over my own pain and hope in knowing that I can control it myself. |
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Dr. Miriam Berchuk Calgary, AB M.D., F.R.C.P.C..
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I came to Kathleen following years of neck and upper back tension. I'd tried yoga and several forms of massage therapy but it hadn't helped. Kathleen, with her years of experience with rehab, was able to teach me to access specific muscle groups in an entirely new way. I now move and exercise differently, and the tension in those areas has almost fully resolved. I believe that training with Kathleen will allow me to remain injury free and stay strong and fit as I age. |
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Catriona Peggie B.SC (HONS) PT University of Calgary Sports Medicine Centre Calgary, AB |
“As a physiotherapist I have found Kathleen Keller’s treatment techniques on self myofascial release with balls to be an extremely powerful tool. This treatment modality comes out of my toolbox on a daily basis helping my patients from the young elite athlete to the elderly patient on the path of recovery, maintenance and injury prevention. I highly value the therapeutic ball techniques along with her myofascial release stretches derived from her extensive background and knowledge in the world of Kinesiology, Pilates, Dance, and general fitness. To empower a patient with a new, innovative and powerful tool/treatment technique, which provides them with greater autonomy is very beneficial." |
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Stacey Kardash RMT, Reiki Master, Yoga Instructor Triskele Wellnes Centre Calgary, AB |
"As a Registered Massage Therapist, I value Kathleen’s ability to integrate her excellence in technical expertise, exceptional knowledge of anatomical structure and function and passion for Pilates and Release Techniques into high quality sessions. Kathleen simultaneously creates Pilates sessions which are challenging, enjoyable and inspiring in an environment of safety and acceptance. I appreciate how she has taught me as a student how to bring Pilates principles into my daily life to improve the overall function of my body. This has resulted in improved postural habits and movement patterns, improved strength and an increase of body awareness. I highly recommend TKM Pilates and Therapeutic Ball sessions to all of my clients, colleagues and friends”. |
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Dr. Kerry Korber B.A., DVM Calgary Avian & Exotic Pet Clinic, Calgary, AB |
I have spent the last several years trying to manage a chronic shoulder and elbow problem and have explored countless modalities of treatment and exercise regimes to help the healing and strengthening of my arm. My physiotherapist suggested I seek the help of Kathleen Keller and The Keller Method™. Kathleen’s knowledge of Pilates and of stretching are exceptional and her patient and countless corrections of positioning and technique are helping me correct years of body compensation and incorrect technique. I am relearning correct posture and gaining skills that can be worked into a home practice or taken back into the group class setting, whether that be Pilates, yoga, weight training or basic stretching. However, it is Kathleen's application of Therapeutic Balls that sets her apart and that has made such a big difference for me. There isn't a body part that Kathleen can't stretch, relieve and improve with her collection of balls and for me, this has translated to relief of pain, an easy to do regime outside of the studio, and a travel friendly work out. The Keller Method™ has worked for me. I can attest personally to the benefits of The Keller Method™ and would highly recommend Kathleen’s one on one instruction for anyone working through a new or old injury, for someone looking to start a core strengthening program or for someone who routinely goes to classes and just wants to polish their technique. |
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Ardis Tingy RMT, RMTA Edmonton, AB |
“As a Massage Therapist and President of the RMTA (Remedial Massage Therapists Association of Alberta), I am acutely aware of how my body needs to be in balance in order for me to continue to work. I heard about The Keller Method through a colleague who had taken Kathleen’s courses through the Alberta Kinesiology Association and raved about them. Our association has now brought her in twice for our annual retreats for our member’s continuing education. These courses were the best techniques we could have learned! Kathleen instructed so beautifully and explained everything in simple terms. The balls really helped my feet as well as other parts of my body. I now no longer wear orthotics and I show a lot of my clients how to use the balls to help them avoid injuries“. |
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Adam Wood Bkin. CSCS Strength & Lifestyle Coach, Calgary, AB Director A.I.R. Training System Inc. |
As a result of years of injury and training on the Canadian National Bobsleigh Team with coaches that lacked an understanding of wellness in combination with performance, I really appreciate passionate movement experts. It is on this note that Kathleen Keller’s expertise shines, she is one of the rare professionals that knows what makes the difference. Kathleen is a highly inspiring movement expert. Her ability to evaluate postural compensations, correct them, and provide hands on integrated anatomical knowledge in movement makes me smile as I write this testimonial. I would highly recommend one-on-one sessions with Kathleen for athletes as well as business people who are looking for wellness and performance. My sessions with Kathleen have noticeably improved my daily posture and my maximal strength. |