"Vanessa's class is very suitable for me, as it is neither too difficult nor too easy.

I feel the benefits both physicaly and mentaly at the end of each class. Even if I don't always feel or see my progress, it makes me feel good. It teaches me to have a better understanding of the limits of my body, and to try to surpass myself.

 

Vanessa keeps an eye on everybody and personalizes the classes and adapts the exercices to everyone's pace.

It is a highly recommended place for its welcoming vibes and for the quality of the courses given by Vanessa, who respects each and everyone regardless of one's level."

"From the moment we enter the studio, Vanessa gets to know her students, their strong points and their weak points, the aspects that need to be worked on or strengthened. 

I appreciate that she corrects her students; it is an important, fundamental even, aspect of her role as a teacher. She is demanding (and she is right to do so) but she knows also how and when to recognize the accomplishment and to encourage her students. She is also willing to anwser questions, and specifiy aspects of anatomy for instance.

The courses taught by Vanessa calm me down. At the end of the class, I get a sensation of wellbeing and healthy fatigue.

Besides, the atmosphere in classes is very good: the seriousness still allows some moments of relaxation and humor! As for the studio itself, it is a beautiful place, bright and spacious.

 

I like everything in Vanessa's courses, even the more challenging exercices!"

"When I started the classes with Vanessa, I immediately appreciated the kindness and the careful attention that Vanessa gives to each and everyone. She knows us personally and knows how to lead us beyond our personal limits with energy and gentleness at the same time. All this with great warmth.

Whether be the Do-In course or the Pilates course, it teaches me a better knowledge and control of my body and mind, and it helps me find inner peace when the vicissitudes of life cause me to lose ground. The classes are helping me as a "general maintenance".

I haven't tested other Pilates or Do-In teachers, but I practiced other disciplines (postural stretch, Yoga, Taï Chi). And you don't find so easily teachers who are as receptive, as attentive, as knowledgeable as Vanessa is. She has an understanding of the body and its limits that I trust completely."

"Classes in small groups, individualised advices. Beware slackening and laziness: Vanessa sees it all! There is no room for approximation.

We laugh and it feels good in this too serious world.

The surroundings of the practice is very pleasant: the attention to aesthetics and to harmony contributes to the wellbeing.

Friendly and relaxed but professional atmosphere... It is pleasant to enjoy tea beafore or after the practice.

Thanks to the Pilates course, my lower back has softened and my abdominal muscles get stronger. I see visible progress week after week. The Do-In practice got me more flexible in the arms and legs.

An incredible and beyond compare wellbeing after the class that became a drug... Soft of course!"

"More than 4 years since I discovered the Pilates class taught by Vanessa Luckx. The wellbeing provided by each course is a real source of energy, as soon as I pass the treshold of this haven of peace, being the studio KokyuDo in Brussels. It is also very agreeable to meet regularly other motivated people who, like me, participate weekly to the Pilates classes.

With her good spirit, her dynamism, and her positivity, Vanessa manages to make the participants fully aware of the existence of some (deep) muscles, and their important role. This awareness allows oneself to control how to stand in a good posture; it allows oneself to perform physical efforts, without damaging one's body. 5 to 10 minutes of exercices are already enough to release stress, cerebral or physical fatigue, and to let go of all worries.

In this world where pressure, tension and stress are omnipresent, I can only advice you to reserve one hour in your schedule to experience the zen atmosphere that reigns at KokyuDo. You will feel even more fullfilled and energized."

"It was the first time I discovered Pilates and Vanessa is, for me, a wonderful instructor. Her teaching method is rigorous while keeping a light atmosphere. She allows me to test my limits and to go smoothly beyond them.

 

I re-discovered my body and the pleasure of bodywork. The most impressive for me is the phase of preparation for the abdominal work, by systematically decomposing the different steps. I know we are in good hands!

I also appreciate the atmosphere of the studio and the underlying philosophy, to which I agree. Ending the class with a cup of tea (always different) and the philosophical quote of the week is an essential moment of relaxation for me."

"I discovered the Do-In course in 2013 and I immediately got hooked.

The stretching exercices, facilitated by a deep breathing and combined with acupressure points, allowed me to find flexibility and wellbeing. With a regular practice, the benefits are felt not only during the class but also on the long-term, as it reinforces my immune system.

Taking part in a Do-In class means benefiting from Vanessa's kind support and supervision. Her teaching approach and her sharing of knowledge on the Traditionnal Chinese medecine principles give meaning to the exercices. And it becomes a pure moment of re-connection between body and mind.

My greatest satisfaction is to progress in the stretching exercices that seemed at first insurmountable and to feel the sensation of relaxation. The philosophy that underlies this practice is now an integral part of my daily life."

"After researching and testing Pilates classes in other studios, I immediately felt good in Vanessa's class. 

The studio is bright, clean and welcoming with a cup of tea and the quote of the week. The atmosphere is nice and relaxing.

Vanessa's course is dynamic. After 1 hour of Pilates, I feel full of energy. I develop my concentration, my breath, my muscle tone and I feel more flexible. Even when some exercices are hard, Vanessa helps everyone to master them, at its own level, and helps to improve little by little." 

"I was seduced by the Do In course. I discovered the self-massage and the benefit of the Shiatsu points, from which I get a feeling of relaxation. And the stretching exercices loosen my body and complement my practice of riding.

I am sensitive to the personalization of the classes, as Vanessa remembers the name of all the participants, and many more details about them.

KokyuDo is "zen" and nicely arranged. A pleasant atmosphere and always joyful, due to the personality of Vanessa.

We let go of the stressful daily life when we come here."

" It is on the recommendation of an osteopath, that I started Pilates with Vanessa to work on a sciatica and stifness.

I am vey satisfied with her way of teaching, her attentive support. Vanessa corrects our inaccuracies or error in a joyous and relaxed atmosphere.

I became aware of the fundamental importance of the good critical eye of the teacher on what I'm doing.

The courses include regular exercices and also new postures, new stretching in every session. It is with great pleasure that I come every week in this pleasant place to exert myself in a good mood.

At KokyuDo, I've found the support for a training both serious and joyful, thanks to the competence of our teacher and the cheerfulness that Vanessa shares with us."

"Five years now that I drives across the entire city of Brussels at least once a week to benefit from a course of Pilates... while there is certainly one much closer to me. But this is not any course of Pilates: a varied and tonic course in a beautiful bright space under Vanessa's particular and kind eye, always attentive and mindful. A warm atmosphere where we are welcomed with a cup of tea and a philosophical quote to read, even to meditate, before centering oneself on one's breathing and body.

Some good reason to continue driving through Brussels for many more years to come!"

"I love the classes of Vanessa, because she is always attentive to everyone (there is not a single thing that escapes her), she is mindful, of good advices and never jugdemental. It is the first time I manage to be so consistent and regular to a course.

Pilates is necessary for me at least once a week to free my back, to feel better inside and out.

The atmosphere at KokyuDo is very friendly. Vanessa is present, firm but gentle, good-humored.

She knows well her job, knows how to re-position everyone correctly. And mostly, I never feel pressured in my practice; everyone follows its own rythm."