About Chris

Uncoil Pilates and Health Solutions was established by Sydneysider Christine Ritchie. Chris has more than 29 years experience in the Health and Fitness industry and a passion for exercise, travel, good health and wellness.

In 1993 Chris swapped her late nights in the Advertising industry for early mornings in the Fitness industry. She found it to be a seamless transition as she was truly passionate about her new career. More than 29 years on, she is still excited to be able to combine her active lifestyle with her ‘job’ and is very proud to have helped many people commit to workout schedules that assist them in sustaining healthy lifestyles.

Fully trained in the STOTT method of Studio Pilates and Yogalates™ and a certified Personal Training Exercise Specialist, Chris offers individual and high quality Studio Pilates sessions on the Lower North Shore and Northern beaches of Sydney. She has successfully designed and delivered health and wellness exercise programs for the corporate sector in Sydney, and co-hosted active-lifestyle wellness retreats locally and overseas.

Client Experiences

“Chris has extensive knowledge around movement and functional patterns of the body..”

“As a chiropractor I met Chris Ritchie in my earlier years of practice through my colleagues at Complete Health Chiropractic. Chris has extensive knowledge around movement and functional patterns of the body and has been a great person to refer to for our practice members. On numerous occasions our practice members have mentioned Chris provides a safe environment and that they feel more stronger, more flexible and have more confidence with their bodies through movement. We highly recommend her!

Personally I saw Chris Ritchie as I was experiencing a lot of stiffness particularly in my hips and found it quite difficult to get into a deep squat and I also had a long standing issue in my left knee. After following Chris’ program needless to say my hips have never felt so free and I feel a lot more comfortable in a deep squat. Also my knee does not bother me at all. With Chris’ extensive knowledge I can report to her how the past week has been and she is quickly able to come up with exercises that leaves me feeling free after our sessions.”

— Dr Louis Jen, Chiropractor

“Exceptional level of personalised instruction..”

“I have been attending a weekly Pilates session with Chris for the past few months mainly for lower back stiffness. I had been to group Pilates sessions using reformer equipment but found the lack of individual attention and instruction on the use of the machines to be lacking. Chris provides an exceptional level of personalised instruction and assistance to ensure that the equipment is used safely and effectively. Her many years of experience in exercise training and her knowledge of exercise physiology are obvious and impressive, and she freely shares this knowledge with her clients to maximise their understanding of their bodies. From the first visit where Chris quickly and accurately assesses individual needs and capacity, the private sessions have proved to be highly effective in addressing my specific back problem as well as further enhancing awareness of my strength, balance and mobility. With the tool box of exercises that Chris has provided through her teaching and genuine interest in her clients, I am able to bring a heightened mindfulness to my daily activities and movement.”

— Dr Michelle Clark

“I was first introduced to Chris through my son having no idea what I was getting myself into. Chris has shown lots of patience with me and has given me new found confidence in my body. I would often think I would going to just a stretch class but after a few months in, I realised I have grown stronger and it has even helped my endurance while playing the drums in my marching band. With this I also feel my body is lighter and I can move more freely”

— Angela Jen

“Chris is an energetic and knowledgeable pilates, yoga and fitness professional that shares her knowledge and enthusiasm with her clients through innovative and creative ways. The program she has established is well regarded and is integral to our Health and Wellbeing program.”

— Paul N, Head of Human Resources

“After my very first Pilates Session I felt so nimble, I could have skipped home!”

“Every day, my 78 yr old body is indeed thankful that almost 5 years ago and just by chance, a friend recommended Christine at Uncoil Pilates. At the time I understood very little about Pilates but I did know a handful of aficionados who raved about the benefits, including my orthopaedic surgeon.
Firstly I chatted with Christine about my body condition and she patiently explained the benefits of Pilates and how it could help me. No word of a lie, after my very first Pilates session I felt so nimble, I could have skipped home. My mobility, posture, core connection and strength and general well-being continues to improve.
Christine is local, she’s ultra professional and has an amazing ability to structure each Pilates session specifically to address my body’s exact needs.
I have no hesitation is recommending Christine Ritchie at Uncoil Pilates. She is an approachable, knowledgeable and dedicated skilled practitioner. I guarantee your body will thank you”

— Jeanette Savage