Move with intention
Live well

For a body that moves well, ages well, and lives well.
At Leseh Moves, movement isn’t about chasing perfection. It’s about learning how to move better, feel stronger, and live with greater ease.
It’s about building a body that supports your everyday life so you can do the things you love, for as long as possible.

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Leseh Moves is a movement space dedicated to helping you move with intention and live well.

Founded by Joanna, a STOTT Pilates instructor and pre/postnatal specialist, our approach blends mindful strength, mobility, and control to support your body through every stage of life.

Each session is guided with attention to detail, empowering you to build strength, find balance, and feel confident in how you move on and off the mat.
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Testimonials

Jocelyn Avril

The first time I went to Joanna’s session was on Mother’s Day around May last year. I was seven months postpartum and had diastasis recti, where my abdominal muscles had a gap due to my pregnancy. She taught me three simple exercises: Core Breath, Pelvic Floor, and Deep Core Activation. These exercises, along with her tips on posture, greatly helped with my condition. At that time, I was still breastfeeding and juggling my studies, but I made sure to follow these exercises. During a subsequent session with Joanna, she informed me that my diastasis had finally closed. She really helped me and opened my eyes to new perspectives on Pilates.

Zee Teng

I have chronic lower back pain from sedentary computer work and have tried physiotherapy, chiropractors, osteopaths, massage, accupuncture without lasting results. Joanna managed to do a good assessment of my posture and identified weakness in my glutes and hamstrings as well as hip mobility as being the cause. Her training and the regime of Pilates really helps me improve stability around my core and hip area to protect my lower back and bring lasting relief through better posture and support.

Peggy Hsu

I have been working out with Joanna since Aug 2022. I have been doing yoga and also Pilates with her. She is very patient and professional with postnatal recovery. I had 3 fingers gap of DR after giving birth and now after 2 years of exercise with Joanna, I can now fit in S size pants and non stretchable jeans. I will really recommend Joanna to all my mommy friends but please still reserve some time slots for me!

Carol Toh Shi Hui

I attended 1-on-1 Pilates classes with Joanna, starting one month after my delivery. Joanna's teaching is very detailed and encouraging, making each lesson a positive experience. When my energy levels are low, she adjusts the exercises to fit my needs for that session. Since starting with Joanna, I've noticed improvement in my recovery from diastasis recti, and I feel stronger and more confident. I would recommend training with Joanna 100%!

Sueanne Lim Sze Yuan

I’ve been attending postnatal Pilates with Joanna since July 2024, and I’ve learned so much during these two months. What I really appreciate about Joanna’s teaching is her dedication and the way she customizes each class to meet my specific needs. She adjusts the poses and equipment based on how I’m feeling each session, and I often find that my body aches are relieved after our sessions. After two months of Pilates with Joanna, I feel more connected to my body and my muscles feel more activated. I would definitely recommend training with Joanna. In fact, I think she should consider offering classes for teenagers to help them become more aware of their body’s muscle activation and how to use the right muscles for the right activities

Teng Chow

I've joined Joanna’s yoga and Pilates classes since my first pregnancy in 2022 and now for my second pregnancy plus mastectomy 2 years later! As it’s a private class, every session is tailored according to my needs and capabilities at different stages which was really very helpful! She also has in depth understanding of the different muscle groups and body mechanics giving which really shows in her approach to mobility work and rehab.

Elissa Azizi

I was 2 weeks pregnant, which meant I had to change my workout regime, so that’s when I met Joanna. A week later, we also discovered I was having twins! And so I continued my journey with her, trusting she would prep me for what was to come. Today, I’m still with her post-pregnancy, closing my diastasis recti to get my body connected again.
Joanna is extremely coherent when instructing and she’s understanding of what I need, and even of what I don’t even know I needed. It was my first time learning Pilates on a deeper level and I loved how it ensured me a safe and smooth pregnancy. One-on-one with Joanna is so rewarding because I really feel the difference it makes to my body, my mobility and my state of mind. Joanna taught me how to really breathe, feel my core, mould it and use muscles I never used before- which ultimately helped me through pre and post pregnancy.
Joanna is a must-have for anyone who wants to understand and recover their body, whether you’re pre or post natal or suffering from any bodily trauma.

Dr. Elaine Hong

As a movement practitioner, I value the interconnectedness of the holistic body and the need to incorporate varied training modalities into my practice. Hence, aside from my own practice of natural movement and organic strength, Pilates has been a staple in my routine.
I have been training with Joanna since 2021 and have benefited from what Pilates can truly offer. Jo has very high standards of herself and this is evident in the way she conducts the session. She is very meticulous in her delivery and ensures that I’m able to recruit every intrinsic stabiliser muscles during each movement. She is very sensitive to my specific needs and gives precise cues that help me connect with my body effectively.
Training with Jo has helped me become a better athlete and achieve my MovNat Level 3 certification smoothly and efficiently. Being a teacher myself, I understand the value of finding the right teacher and I would ONLY recommend learning Pilates from Joanna!

Betty Chan Seng Fong

I've known Joanna since 2024 when I first attended her Pilates training as a guest instructor in Kota Kinabalu. Since then, I’ve joined her classes in KL whenever I’m around. Joanna is highly knowledgeable, precise in her cues, observant, and skilled at tailoring classes to meet my goals.
I had long-standing lower back and wrist pain, which made me hesitant to try certain exercises. However, Joanna encouraged me, teaching me the correct techniques to avoid triggering pain. Thanks to her guidance, I now understand my body better, and my pain issues have been resolved. I’m truly grateful to know her and highly recommend her training to others.

Jihan Ariffin

I've been taking private Pilates sessions with Joanna since June 2024, mainly working on the Cadillac to challenge myself with more advanced movements. I really like how knowledgeable and passionate she is about teaching.She explains how different parts of the body work together and helps me understand what's needed to perform each exercise properly. She focuses a lot on fundamentals and body awareness, and I appreciate that she gives me space to figure things out instead of jumping in to correct me straightaway. She also doesn't let me get away with small habits or cheats (annoyingly!) and makes sure I build strength with proper form. Since training with Joanna, I've become much more self-aware in my movements and more confident trying different shapes, especially on the Cadillac. I always learn something new in every class, and it feels like I'm truly progressing in my practice rather than just going through the motions. I'd definitely recommend Joanna to anyone who wants to deepen and refine their Pilates practice.

What is Pilates

How could it help you?

Pilates is a form of low-impact exercise that aims to strengthen muscles while improving postural alignment and flexibility. Developed by Joseph Pilates in the early 20th century, this fitness system focuses on controlled movements that can be performed on a mat or using special equipment, such as a reformer, which is a sliding platform complete with a stationary foot bar, springs, and pulleys that provide resistance.

Pilates provides a balanced workout that can improve physical strength, flexibility, balance, posture, and mental awareness. Whether incorporated into a rehabilitation program, used as a primary form of fitness, or as an enhancement to other athletic activities, Pilates offers a comprehensive approach to health and well-being.

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  • Improved Flexibility and Mobility

  • Enhanced Muscle Tone and Strength

  • Reduction in Back Pain and Other Chronic Ailments

  • Enhanced Mental Well-being

What do we offer?

Our Classes

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Virtual Classes

Live online classes done via video calls, can be done remotely anywhere.

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1-On-1 Pilates

In person classes tailored to your fitness capabilities. Utilizes mat, reformer, tower, arc barrel, ladder barrel, chair.

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Post and Pre-natal

We offer specialized Pilates classes tailored specifically for pre and post-natal care, ensuring a safe and supportive environment for new and expectant mothers..

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Mat Pilates

Grounded in mindful movement, our group mat classes blend strength and mobility to help you feel connected to your body..

Our Studio

A unique blend of strength, flexibility, and mindfulness that rejuvenates the body and soothes the soul. Whether you're recovering from an injury, looking to sharpen your athletic edge, or simply seeking a balanced and healthier lifestyle, our expertly guided Pilates classes are tailored to meet your individual needs.