Group pilates
Mat, reformer, and livestream sessions in a supportive, energising group setting.
About Made to Move: Who We Are
Made to Move: Who We Are
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Pilates, dance & movement in our Puteri Harbour space
Our mission is to empower moms and their communities through fearless movement with joy, precision, and excellence.
At Made to Move Studio, we offer Pilates, contemporary & jazz dance, and movement sessions in-person and online — amidst a nature-filled space in Puteri Harbour, Johor, Malaysia.
Whether you're a grandparent looking to stay strong longer, a dancer finding your way back to class, or a pilates teacher in need of guidance, you're welcome here.
How we move
Class experiences
Contemporary & jazz dance
Expressive dance classes for movers of all levels — scheduled and booked just like our studio sessions.
Specialised private
One-on-one pilates and movement sessions tailored to your individual needs.
Founder & Lead Teacher
Joanna Koleth
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Joanna Koleth
Founder and lead teacher at Made to Move Studio
As a life-long mover, BASI Pilates Assistant Faculty member and dance-artist educator, she's taught various students globally, from the USA to Hong Kong and Kuala Lumpur to Milan. Joanna brings a detailed eye to the Pilates method.
“I'm here to encourage you to overcome challenges that have attempted to make a home in your mind, cheer you on throughout your movement practice, and remind you that it's not too late to start Day One!”
Certifications
- Power of Aging: Pilates for Seniors (BASI)
- Pilates for Injuries & Pathologies: Orthopedics (BASI)
- Pilates for Pregnancy and Postnatal (BASI)
- BASI Pilates Comprehensive Teacher Training with Dance Specialisation 500-hours
- Master of Fine Arts in Dance
- Bachelor of Arts in Dance
Continuing education
- Scolio-Pilates (M1-2): Pilates for Scoliosis
- BASI F2 System
Client stories
What our clients say
From visiting families to lifelong movers — hear from people who have trained with Joanna in pilates, dance, and movement at Puteri Harbour and beyond.
Alison A.
“We were on holiday visiting family in Johor Bahru and when I heard about Joanna I decided to take a class with her. I am so glad I did — it was hard work (!) but really fun. She has a beautiful studio space, with a great view and I appreciated her encouraging teaching style.”
Stuart S.
“Joanna's comprehensive anatomical and biomechanical knowledge, combined with her studio's equipment and aids meant I was put through a slightly different programme every week which focused on every muscle and joint of my body. The repetitions I did were perfect and did not once cause me to regret committing to Joanna's programme… which has enabled me to again sit, dress and live a much-improved agile lifestyle.”
Claire S.
“Calling all friends in Johor Bahru. Reach out to Joanna and experience a rewarding Pilates session that strikes the perfect balance between gentle and challenging.”