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Pilates Classes AND PHYSIOTHERAPY IN SOUTHERN SUBURBS CAPE TOWN
Physiotherapy Constantia Cape Town
Cheryl Moolman
Simone Burgesmeier
Cheryl Moolman
B.Sc. Physio (UCT)
Cheryl graduated with a B.Sc. Physiotherapy from the University of Cape Town in 1982 . She worked locally in hospitals before moving abroad to Canada in 1989. Various adventures in the prairies followed before relocating to Vancouver in 1991.
There, she continued to train and gain experience in the musculoskeletal field and also certified as a hand therapist.
In 1996, Cheryl moved to the UK for what was meant to be a short six months. Eight years and two children later, she returned home.
Whilst in the UK, Cheryl managed a private hospital’s physiotherapy department and also trained as a Certified Pilates instructor through the Australian Physiotherapy and Pilates Institute.
In 2005 she began working with well-respected physiotherapist, Shari Rosenberg where she shaped her interest in spinal work. It is with Shari that Cheryl became interested in working with chronic pain and Mindfulness.
Cheryl eventually branched out on her own opening a studio in Constantia Cape Town. She has kept a loyal following of patients and her exercise classes have grown from strength to strength.
More recently and through personal interest, Cheryl started exploring Mindfulness Interventions and has subsequently completed a two year certification as a teacher of Mindfulness Based Intervention (MBI). This form of practice is very helpful in treating stress, anxiety and chronic pain.
In 2021 Cheryl became part of Discovery's Spinal Care Program
Cheryl comments with passion for her profession: “I believe in a multifaceted approach to healing including :
education on the function and movement of the body, mindfulness based practices; rehabilitation and hands-on treatment. Beliefs, fears and habits all need to be explored on this path to healing.
Healing occurs best in a participatory environment where the patient is guided towards healing themselves.
Cheryl is still passionate about the outdoors and can be found mountain biking across the wilds on weekends.
Carla Mowat
Simone Burgesmeier
Cheryl Moolman
BPhysT (University of Pretoria, 2014)
OMT course (2016)
Lymphoedema Management (2022)
Carla studied at the University of Pretoria, graduating in 2014. She then completed her community service year on the East Rand of Johannesburg at Far East Rand Hospital where she worked in various wards and with rehabilitation of out-patients. As a student and graduate, Carla was involved in road running races as first aid and post-race management.
Carla subsequently worked 5 years in Private Practice in Pretoria in the areas of cardiothoracic postsurgical rehab in hospital, sports injuries, general hospital rehabilitation and lung physio. During this time, Carla did the OMT qualification, a year-long course on the treatment of spinal conditions, as well as dry needling and courses on chronic pain conditions.
During Covid, Carla and her husband, Sean, decided to move their little family down to Cape town. Carla initially worked 3 years in an out-patient based private practice focusing on back and neck pain, foot surgical rehab and general sports injuries. She also did a specialization in Lymphoedema Management as well as a Pilates teacher course.
Over the last 14 years, Carla has discovered a love of running and has completed 3 half marathons and several 10km distances. Her enthusiasm doesn’t only lie in her own running, but also in learning about the mechanics, training and education surrounding the running sport. Following on this, she has developed a passion for foot rehab and education of the biomechanics of foot and ankle with relation to sports as well as the more sedentary patient
Carla is deeply rooted in the importance of spending quality time with her family. When she is not running or working, you can find Carla exploring the green belts, forests and mountains with Sean and their 2 little busy boys Aiden and Tristan.
With all the different aspects of physiotherapy that Carla has worked in, she has come to appreciate that movement and exercise are valuable tools in helping patients to get better and gain more awareness of their bodies. Working at Body Moves has given her the opportunity to educate patients and guide them into managing their conditions and improving their quality of life with regards to health and movement.
Simone Burgesmeier
Simone Burgesmeier
Simone Burgesmeier
B.Sc. Physio (Wits)
Simone Burgesmeir is passionate about Physiotherapy and has special interests in Spinal and Sports Physiotherapy rehabilitation focusing on returning patients to all activities of daily living pain-free.
Simone loves sports and played Springbok Indoor Volleyball from the age of 17. She was awarded a four-year scholarship at Vanguard University in California and completed a degree in Marketing in 1995.
Subsequently she played Beach Volleyball for South Africa and overcame numerous injuries. Simone decided to study Physiotherapy full time at the age of 35 and graduated with a BSc Degree at the University of the Witwatersrand in 2005.
She completed her community service year at the Johannesburg General Hospital the following year. She has supervised 3rd and 4th year Physiotherapy students and been working in Private Practice. Simone established her own Physiotherapy Practice in Johannesburg working closely with a Sport Physician. She also passed a one year specialisation course in Osteo-Manipulative Therapy (OMT) and participated in extended Sports Physiotherapy Courses.
Simone relocated from Johannesburg to Cape Town in January 2017 and if you do not find her working as a Physiotherapist in Constantia, you will see her either on the mountain, walking her dogs or on a bicycle.
Robyn Hawes
Louise de Jonge
Louise de Jonge
B.Sc. Physio (UCT)
Robyn studied at the University of Cape Town, graduating in 2012. She subsequently did her community service year in Barberton in 2013, before returning to Cape Town in 2014. Robyn has worked in various areas of physiotherapy, gaining experience in Upper limb postsurgical rehab at Constantiaberg Mediclinic and out-patient back and neck treatment in private practice as well as various sports teams at amateur and elite level.
Having worked in sports practices since 2011, Robyn has on-field experience in Cricket, Soccer and Rugby. She has been involved with training the players and staff of Masters Cricket at 2 World Cup events in 2020 and 2023.
Similarly, Robyn has been involved in rugby in various formats over the years, from the Milnerton High first team rugby for 2 years, to Western Province rugby and Masters Touch Rugby on a national level. Correspondingly, she has been involved in Touch Rugby, attending and being valuable as a physio and manager of the SA Masters Touch Rugby Mens team and attending the World Cup in 2019 in Malaysia with an excellent result of Bronze at the tournament. Again, she was involved in the training and management of the team in 2024, attending the World Cup in Nottingham, UK, where the team earned another Bronze medal achievement.
Subsequently, Robyn has been involved in back and neck postsurgical rehab in Constantiaberg Mediclinic, as well as her own home-based rehabilitation practice and out-patient practice. Since having her little girl, and having time to be involved in research and rehabilitation, Robyn has become interested in pain management and rehabilitation of surgical and non-surgical conditions across the spectrum of patients, from more sedentary patients to elite athletes.
Robyn has developed a deep respect for movement and exercise and the contribution this has to health and wellness. She is an integral member of the practice and takes care of our in-hospital patients post-surgery. Her friendly nature and bubbly personality makes our patients feel at ease because they know they are in good hands! In her free time, Robyn prioritises family time with her husband and 4 children and they enjoy exploring the outdoors together
Louise de Jonge
Louise de Jonge
Louise de Jonge
B.Sc. Physio (UOVS)
MA Physio (Wits)
Louise de Jonge – Physiotherapist in Orthopedic Manipulative Therapy, Chronic Pain Management, and Holistic Rehabilitation
I graduated from the University of the Orange Free State (UOVS) in 1989 and completed a Master's degree in Orthopedic Manipulative Therapy at the University of the Witwatersrand (WITS). I also hold a diploma in Interdisciplinary Chronic Pain Management, allowing me to provide a well-rounded approach to pain relief and functional recovery.
With a strong focus on spinal conditions, shoulders, knees, and hips, my practice integrates a variety of therapeutic modalities, including dry needling, manual therapy, and Pilates. I utilize these techniques to promote healing, enhance mobility, and support long-term wellness.
Passionate about encouraging movement, I believe in the power of an active lifestyle as a cornerstone of health. I enjoy running, hiking, and cycling, which informs my holistic approach to patient care. I strive to empower my patients to stay active and engaged in their recovery through personalized treatment plans, education, and supportive guidance.