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Intan Abas (1on1)

Intan is a dynamic Pilates instructor known for her fun, laughter-filled classes and a devoted following. She combines expert guidance with warmth and energy, making every session both effective and up-lifting. 

Intan Abas (1on1)

Intan is a powerhouse of energy and warmth, creating a unique Pilates experience that blends expert guidance with an infectious sense of fun. She has built a devoted following, with students returning for her dynamic, laughter-filled classes that leave them feeling both challenged and uplifted.

Her teaching style is engaging and inclusive, making Pilates accessible for all levels while ensuring each session is both effective and enjoyable. With a keen eye for technique and alignment, Intan balances structure with spontaneity, making every class fresh and exciting. Her warmth and positivity foster a strong sense of community, turning her classes into more than just workouts—they’re an experience.

Whether you're looking for a great sweat, a confidence boost, or simply a joyful escape from your day, Intan’s classes deliver. Be prepared to work hard, laugh harder, and leave feeling empowered.

Intan Abas (Group)

Senior Group Fitness Instructor
8+ Years of Teaching Experience

Melisa Khew (Group)

Senior Group Fitness Instructor
10+ Years of Teaching Experience
APPI Matwork 

Takiko Nair (1on1)

Takiko brings a grounded, thoughtful presence to her work at Body in Common, where she combines a strong foundation in physiotherapy with her expertise in Pilates instruction. Her quiet dedication, precision, and genuine care shine through in every session. 

Takiko Nair (1on1)

Takiko brings a grounded, thoughtful presence to her work at Body in Common, where she combines a strong foundation in physiotherapy with her expertise in Pilates instruction.

Her clinical background includes experience in cardiopulmonary care, stroke rehabilitation, and exercise therapy for elderly and comatose patients. Today, she focuses primarily on musculoskeletal conditions, using exercise-based rehab and gentle manual techniques to help clients reduce stiffness, regain mobility, and improve overall function.

Since completing her Pilates training in 2023, she has steadily developed her teaching skills, now guiding clients through movement with a focus on body awareness, alignment, and strength. Her sessions often blend physiotherapy principles with Pilates techniques, creating a safe, supportive space for both recovery and long-term physical well-being.

Takiko’s quiet dedication, precision, and genuine care shine through in every session—making her a trusted and calming presence for those looking to move better, feel stronger, and reconnect with their bodies.

Takiko Nair (Group)

Takiko brings a grounded, thoughtful presence to her work at Body in Common, where she combines a strong foundation in physiotherapy with her expertise in Pilates instruction. Her quiet dedication, precision, and genuine care shine through in every session. 

Takiko Nair (Group)

Takiko brings a grounded, thoughtful presence to her work at Body in Common, where she combines a strong foundation in physiotherapy with her expertise in Pilates instruction.

Her clinical background includes experience in cardiopulmonary care, stroke rehabilitation, and exercise therapy for elderly and comatose patients. Today, she focuses primarily on musculoskeletal conditions, using exercise-based rehab and gentle manual techniques to help clients reduce stiffness, regain mobility, and improve overall function.

Since completing her Pilates training in 2023, she has steadily developed her teaching skills, now guiding clients through movement with a focus on body awareness, alignment, and strength. Her sessions often blend physiotherapy principles with Pilates techniques, creating a safe, supportive space for both recovery and long-term physical well-being.

Takiko’s quiet dedication, precision, and genuine care shine through in every session—making her a trusted and calming presence for those looking to move better, feel stronger, and reconnect with their bodies.

Fara Ling (Group)

Fara is a BASI-certified Pilates instructor with a background in dance and exercise science. Inspired by her own rehabilitation journey, she offers calm, precise cueing and progressive sessions grounded in anatomy—helping clients move with confidence and agency.

Fara Ling (Group)

Fara is a BASI certified Pilates instructor who believes deeply in the power of movement to heal and transform. In adolescence, Pilates helped Fara mitigate mild scoliosis. Later on, it helped her rehabilitate an acute back injury and lower leg chronic overuse injuries, enabling her to move and dance sustainably, without pain. After earning her Bachelor of Arts in Dance and Minor in Exercise Science from Hope College, MI, USA (summa cum laude) in 2023, Fara worked as a professional dancer and dance teacher, teaching students aged 5-82 in both Malaysia and the USA. 

Her extensive movement background in dance helped herdevelop a keen eye for form and discover creative ways to communicate effectively to a diverse range of people. Fara creates structured, progressive exercise plans for private and group sessions, drawing from practical knowledge acquired in undergraduate laboratories inhuman anatomy (cadaver lab), kinesiology, physiology, and biomechanics. Clients have often described her as an attentive, calm, and kind instructor who provides excellent cues. In an increasingly disembodied world, Fara seeks to help her clients understand, appreciate, and exercise agency in their bodies. She looks forward to supporting your wellness journey!

Fara Ling (1on1)

Fara is a BASI-certified Pilates instructor with a background in dance and exercise science. Inspired by her own rehabilitation journey, she offers calm, precise cueing and progressive sessions grounded in anatomy—helping clients move with confidence and agency.

Fara Ling (1on1)

Fara is a BASI certified Pilates instructor who believes deeply in the power of movement to heal and transform. In adolescence, Pilates helped Fara mitigate mild scoliosis. Later on, it helped her rehabilitate an acute back injury and lower leg chronic overuse injuries, enabling her to move and dance sustainably, without pain. After earning her Bachelor of Arts in Dance and Minor in Exercise Science from Hope College, MI, USA (summa cum laude) in 2023, Fara worked as a professional dancer and dance teacher, teaching students aged 5-82 in both Malaysia and the USA. 

Her extensive movement background in dance helped her develop a keen eye for form and discover creative ways to communicate effectively to a diverse range of people. Fara creates structured, progressive exercise plans for private and group sessions, drawing from practical knowledge acquired in undergraduate laboratories inhuman anatomy (cadaver lab), kinesiology, physiology, and biomechanics. Clients have often described her as an attentive, calm, and kind instructor who provides excellent cues. In an increasingly disembodied world, Fara seeks to help her clients understand, appreciate, and exercise agency in their bodies. She looks forward to supporting your wellness journey!

Stephen Raj (1on1)

Stephen has been a practising physiotherapist since 2013, working with children and adults across diverse needs. He focuses on restoring efficient movement, stability, and confidence, guided by clinical reasoning and a strong belief in the body’s capacity to adapt and improve.

Stephen Raj (1on1)

Stephen has been a practising physiotherapist since 2013, with experience working across a broad age range, from children to adults. His clinical approach centres on assessing movement quality, restoring functional capacity, and supporting long-term physical resilience. Grounded in evidence-based practice, Stephen believes the human body has a significant ability to adapt, recover, and perform when guided appropriately. As a committed lifelong learner, he continues to refine his understanding of human movement to deliver precise, individualised, and outcome-driven care in alignment with Body in Common’s integrated approach.

Rachel Han (Group)

Rachel is a certified Pilates instructor passionate about helping people move with confidence. Her classes are enjoyable, supportive and fit for all fitness levels. Her goal is to empower clients feel stronger, healthier, and more connected to their bodies through Pilates.

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