Testimonials

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“So grateful to have been working with Tawna of Wanaka Body. Over the first sessions I immediately felt empowered to achieve body strengthening goals she tailored to suit my general lifestyle. The most important aspect was her understanding of the rhythm of my overall well-being. I needed to feel connected to my body again. Her calm supportive demeanour made my journey as a postpartum mum an absolute joy. Prior to this work it had been months of very little strength in core areas, with small slow steps each week I saw results. Tiny improvements came, more motivation, and awareness to connect to my body. Tawna explained the importance of breath. The tiny bits of strength amalgamated to a much greater sense of fulfilment; to continue with everyday”

“Our first meeting Tawna I was in denial and in fight or flight mode. I originally reached out to begin some PT sessions but Tawnas intuition on what I actually needed in that moment was not PT. I was so exhausted and at wits end that I took her lead and leant into her knowledge and wisdom. The warm trusting understanding connection that Tawna greeted me with allowed me to let my guard down and start a healing journey I never knew I needed or existed. My nervous system so dis regulated I was navigating a scary foreign space that was highly detrimental to my wellbeing. The support Tawna has provided me has literally saved my life! It's now been around 4months and only now am I in a strong enough space to start the PT sessions and start building my strength, confidence, mind, body and soul. On a serious note if I hadn't met Tawna I don't know where I would be...”

“When I started boot camp with Tawna more than two years ago I had no idea how much I was punishing myself, my body, my soul.. I felt instant trust and connection when I met Tawna, I love how open she is about her journey and that she shares her insides and personal story with us. It helped me not to feel alone, not to feel broken, not to be the "problem" and that was huge for me. To finally understood that there was nothing wrong with me was so healing. And man boot camp was fun !!! During my first year of training with Tawna I finally felt and got to understand that exercise isn't a punishment but a celebration of the strength of your body and what it can achieve and how much it can support you if nourished and looked after well. That was a grounbraking realisation for me . I love working with Tawna, she speaks from her heart and experience, she has lived through what she is sharing and teaching and it has such power, as it's real. Don't hesitate, chose yourself and let Tawna help guide you with her magic on your personal journey. And gosh she is so funny miss her yarns!”

“I signed up to work with Tawna not really knowing what to expect and also not knowing exactly what I needed but holy moly am I glad I signed up. I never knew just how much past trauma and emotional baggage could impact my energy levels and ability to move my body the way it needed to be moved. Tawna gave me tools to help release trauma and stress held in my body and also supported me to come back to myself mentally, emotionally, spiritually, and physically. I now have a morning routine that I love and makes me feel energised and I have different ways of moving my body based on my daily needs.”

“Thanks to the skills Tawna has taught me, I now feel confident doing weight training and strength circuits knowing I’m using the correct form and technique, which has made me feel so strong and empowered! I’ve noticed an improvement in my strength, flexibility, and can complete daily tasks with more ease, which has been huge for me after recovering from an injury. I definitely recommend signing up to Wanaka Body with Tawna if you’re feeling stuck or don’t know where to start like I was!”

“I love everything you do, you are such great inspiration Tawna ! I follow you journey that you so generously share with us which helps me to continue with my one. I definitely felt so much resistance this morning lying in bed, sore and tired after multiple days of not listening to my body or choosing to go against myself.. But I went to the class with a promise that if it doesn't feel good I'll listen and that I will try to move but gently. And just like that, after the class, the aches were gone and I felt more energy, my body happy for once for being listen to. Thank you looking forward to this Challenge and all I can learn, bust mostly for the reminders to listen x”

"To be honest- I was a little scared going in to the class seeing the word ‘cardio’ in the description. Tawna made me forget any fear the moment we started. Grounding and connecting us in to our bodies- focusing on form, technique and breath- you instantly feel safe to give these classes whatever you’ve got and not to mention have fun and laughs while doing it. Never have I experienced such precision and care from an instructor when it came to walking through the workout with options for all no matter if you were a first timer or looking to push yourself. Not only did I feel accomplished after it, there were so many golden nuggets Tawna gave us to take home for our health and wellness in and outside the gym! If you are looking for a safe space to move and make waves in your fitness journey, with the support of community, Tawna’s classes are the one!!"

Hi Tawna Just wanted to say thank you for tonight. I was close to not coming as both the mind and body wasn’t feeling it but I’m so glad I came. You have the knack of getting me motivated and by the end I didn’t feel useless but I stead felt better about myself as I managed to get through the class with just a few changes. So thank you xx

“Thank you SO MUCH for this. I was hesitant to join into a class when I was at my weakest physically, but I thought I’d give it a go. This is the best balance of movement and mindfulness through a class, I didn’t know how much I needed it. x”

“Tawna and Pia, Oh. My. Gawd!!!

I recently completed Tawna and Pia’s 30-day reset, and honestly, it was one of the most transformative experiences of my life. From the very first day, I felt completely supported. This journey wasn’t just about losing weight or getting fit—it was so much more. It changed the way I speak to myself, how I show up for myself, and how I set and achieve my goals.

Tawna has been an incredible motivator, super professional, and we’ve shared such deep conversations about growth, fitness, and life. The reset is thoughtfully broken into four weeks, with one-on-one time with Tawna during the first and third weeks, and Pia during the second and fourth. It’s designed to help you grow, challenge yourself, and change your mindset.

When I first started, I felt weak—physically and mentally. After just one week, I started noticing a pattern that Pia helped me uncover during our hypnotherapy session. (Don’t worry, it’s not like the stage shows where you turn into a chicken!) It was an eye-opening experience, and I highly recommend it.

Every workout was tailored to my fitness level, pushing me to my limits but never to the point where it felt impossible. The progress I made over 30 days blew my mind—my strength, endurance, and overall fitness surpassed my expectations.

What truly sets this reset apart is the empowerment and knowledge Tawna and Pia bring. They’re both so inspiring, creating a space where you can fully commit to your growth. The daily reflections, goal-setting, and building positive habits helped me get stronger—not just physically, but mentally too.

By the end of the 30 days, I felt like a new person—confident, energetic, and with a healthier relationship with both my body and mind. I’ve gained strength, endurance, and tools to continue this journey.

I can’t recommend Tawna, Pia, and this 30-Day Reset enough. If you’re ready for real change and to become a better version of yourself, this is the perfect place to start!”

“As an overweight mid menopausal wahine, I was pretty sceptical about the 30 day challenge. I had accepted my lot, that at this age and stage I’d become invisible, whilst feeling betrayed and separated by and from my body. However two things got me on board 1. My trust and confidence in Tawna and the process. 2. I was scared I was going to die if I kept on going without changing something. Tawna lead me through in an incredibly supportive way, (of course, as she’s is also a dope, epic human!). I was nervous to do hypno but Pia is the loveliest person and it was an amazing experience, feeling deeply rested through the process. 60+ days in and I feel like the old me is returning, it’s shifted my lifestyle choices dramatically, including no longer emotionally eating and taking the path of learning to feel my feelings. It really is when 30 days turns into a way of life.”

“Hey Tawna, sorry for the early message but I just want to thank you for yesterday. I’ve been going through a lot lately and I just want to thank you for accepting me and having an understanding like no other. Breath work makes all of my emotions rise and I feel sadness and the only thought that comes to mind is “I’m going to be ok”. You make me feel like there’s a way out of this and I can’t thank you enough for the opportunity. It’s been hard for me to show up for myself but yesterday really let me realise that I am strong, I am powerful and I am the creator of my choices. I never realised how much I needed this. I want to talk to you about continuing on with you personally after the 8 week challenge because I think I need to delve deeper in connecting my mind, body and soul and really getting to the roots of my problems. Again, sorry for the long message, I think you’re going to help a lot of people, I’m so grateful for this opportunity x”