Testimonials

"The Bikini Contest is Phenomenal, in eight weeks you will learn how to push yourself to your limits. I would have never lost 10.5 nches in such a short time without the help from Marla and the heartbreaker crew. Losing all those inches has been motivational to continue working out and with all the knowledge I gained during the Bikini Contest I can do it safetly and effectively. I am now healthier and slimmer than I was 6 months ago before had my daughter."
Sarah

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Hi! My name is Heather;
I was the Bikini winner for the September to October bikini contest class.  I was overwhelmed by my success during this class.  A couple of my friends and I joined and had the best time. 

 In the summer I could not even run the bases on my ball team without using my inhaler. Now I can easily run 5 Km without a second thought. 

Marla has taught me so much in such a small period of time.  I now love to exercise and will never go back to my old ways.  I ended up losing 14 pounds and 9 1/2 inches in only eight weeks with just, believe it or not; diet and exercise. 

I could not have done it without Heartbreaker fitness or Marla pushing me to WORK HARDER! 
Heather

I wanted to tell you how grateful I am for all your inspiration.  When I joined Heartbreaker just over a year ago, I was in the worst shape of my life.  I went back to University when I was a "mature" student and got my engineering degree.  I have three kids so needless to say I had little time for myself.  I got a job in Medicine Hat right after grad.  Once again, my job was so demanding that I never had time for me.  Last year I got a job with the City of Medicine Hat as a Development Engineer in the Petroleum Resource Group.  As it turns out, our office is a block away from the Hearbreaker Studio, and the rest is history.... I love my life again!!  I feel 20 years younger, so thank you, thank you, thank you!!!  I love you Marla!
Nancy

My name is Francine Hill and I have known Marla for years and have been ever since trying to pick her brain as to the ‘Secret’ of diet and exercise. After years of gym memberships that I never used and endless fruitless classes, I decided to sign up for bikini. Marla and Janine both took time with  all of us and got to know each one of us individually and each of our needs physically. They actually notice if you missed a class and were there for us when it came to help with our eating plans or any personal struggles. And when they would notice you were not working to your potential, they were there with a ‘firm word or spank’  to get you to work harder to achieve your results! As far as I am concerned, these women are brilliant and how generous to share their knowledge and want to help women in Medicine Hat to feel successful, beautiful, and strong?  Since I began this journey, I have to date lost 12lbs and am down a few sizes more and I feel sexy, strong, and more confident than ever  and can’t wait to do it all over again!!!!!
I love you guys! Thanks for everything!
Francine Hill

I look and feel better after having lost over 20 pounds since I joined Heartbreakers. I’m so happy with my results and owe it all to Marla and Janine!  Heartbreakers makes exercise fun yet challenging for all levels of fitness.  I receive so much encouragement from the staff; I look forward to each workout. Marla and Janine truly care about the members and their success. I can’t thank them enough!
Michelle

When i started this i never thought that i would end up feeling so good.  I wanted to do this so that when my children get older i can make sure they are active and stay healthy.  I really appreciated the support that i got from Marla, she's not only a teacher but she believes in each and everyone that signs up.  It gives that extra push to work harder because you don't want to not only let yourself down but also her. 
Jaimie

Who knew you CAN live without fast food!  Honestly Marla, this has been such a great experience for me - it's been so fun to watch the transformations of everyone in the class and so cool to see how much further I can push myself than I ever thought.  I had a co-worker tell me the other day that working out 5 - 6 days a week and running on top of that is obsessive.  I just thought whatever and left it at that and a couple days later I got an email from a client that had a quote under his signature that says "obsession" is the word the lazy use for the dedicated and then I thought, ok lady you were right, I'm obsessed
Mandy

Bikini Boot camp has been a new year resolution that I actually could stick too.  By having some set guidlines and going to class 4 times a week, my body has changed dramtically.  The first change I noticed was my lower back lovehandles were sore and by the end of the 8 weeks the fat was tight, strong and streamlined.  My whole body has tightened up and feels great.  After christmas I was feeling depressed about my body and now I love the way I look. I also learned about nutrition, how to eat heathly and it is something that I will use for the rest of my life.  I also feel strong now at the begginging of the class I could do 3 good mens push ups.  Now I can do 30 and it feels great.  Now I have no worries about fitting into my wedding dress in a month.  Thank you Marla and Janine, your class works wonders and next time I feel out of shape or after I have a kid, I'll be back!!!
Rosanna

In choosing one word to sum up my experience at Heartbreaker I would choose FABULOUS!   With a lot of desire and dedication Marla will help you work harder and push you to your limits while your body will transform before your eyes!  The Bikini Contest is for anyone that wants to better themselves while having all the support you could ever dream of.  This has been the most fun I have ever experienced while working my butt off, not only is Marla an amazing instruction but a great 80’s dj!  Marla is there for you every step of the way and wants to see you succeed as much as you do.  This studio is not about fad dieting but about teaching proper nutrition and healthier lifestyle choices. Let Marla and the heartbreaker crew be an inspiration to all of us, there is no one too busy for fun and fitness!
Suzanne

I have spent many dollars over the years on gym memberships, and all had the same result... go for a week or two, then lose all interest.  That wasn't the case with Marla's classes at Heartbreaker Dance & Fitness... I actually enjoyed it!!!  Marla and her crew are an inspiration to everyone who goes there.  The service that Heartbreaker provides is definitely best practice!  WORK HARDER!
(A best practice is a technique or methodology that, through experience and research, has been proven to reliably lead to a desired result.)
Michelle

I looked at the definition for Marla and it said soft spoken and gentle so I decided that actually in a past life your name was Marlowe. I am sure this is not your testimonial you were looking for but I is my way of saying "Thank you"
Jill

The bikini contest has been an absolutely incredible experience for me, I didn't realise or remember how much I LOVE to challenge myself and have someone KICK MY BUTT and keep me on track when needed. Thank you Janine and Marla for the physically hardest 8 weeks of my life, I haven't had this much fun out of the bedroom in a long time!! OH YES, I LOVE IT! I LOVE IT! I LOVE IT!
Janine and Marla jokes aside you are both awesome at what you do! Thank you soooooo much for helping me to get to the next level of my lifestyle change,I am very happy and excited to be a part of the HEARTBREAKER FAMILY and look forward to the upcoming classes. I will definitely be up for having my butt ass kicked around that studio at the next bikini challenge SIGN ME UP!!!!!!!!
Brandie

I started the Bikini Bootcamp to lose weight, and little did I know that by the end of it, I have now changed my eating and lifestyle for good, I'm addicted to running, addicted to eating well, and especially addicted to Bootcamp...after only 8 weeks! The bootcamp was extremely inspiring to push myself to the fullest, and prove to myself what I'm capable of, I can now do things that 8 weeks ago, I couldn't even dream about! It will change your life!
Brittany

The bikini contest was such a great experience!  It encourages you to strive to achieve your personal best,  increases your self-confidence and best of all, leaves you with a hot body! The best and most enjoyable part of the entire experience is having such great instructors to motivate and inspire you. They make you laugh and working out all of a sudden seems like a fun get together rather than a painful, boring and dreadful experience.  I greatly enjoyed these last two months, you meet some great people and have some great memories. 
Candice

In September of 2005, I had a tragic turn of events, healthwise. I  had major surgery, in which my whole digestive system was changed. A tumor was found and yes, it turned out to be cancer. I went through 3 chemo treatments and the last one nearly killed me. This past year I have been learning to rebuild my strength and trying to change my lifestyle. It has been a struggle but I am learning along the way. I have started exercising everyday and have found it does wonders to your body and mind. The day I stepped into Heartbreakers, I felt very welcomed. I love how everyone at Heartbreakers are all, so approacable, enthusiastic and encouraging  about what they do. If we need to be pushed to work harder they are there. I love to come everyday, knowing that it is going to be different. I joined the Bikini contest mainly to regain some strength and give myself some goals to work toward.
I have gained so much knowledge about nutrition and exercise and I feel so much stronger and healthy. I love the muscles, too!!!
I know that exercise must be a part of my life!!!!
Kim

When I started the bikini boot camp I was terrified! I didn't know what to expect and was scared for what was to come.  But after the first day I knew it was going to be something I was going to enjoy.  After a few days not only did I enjoy it but I looked forward to it ALL DAY long! I loved the challenge of it and being taught how to eat in a healthy way, it's not exactly something people learn on a daily basis.
The first couple weeks I didn't notice a whole lot of physical changes but I felt great and definitaly had more energy.  By the 5th week, totally different story!  It was the first time since having kids that I looked in the mirror and actually liked what I saw.   It gave me so much confidence to work that much harder for the last 3 weeks.  I have gone down 2 sizes in jeans and one cup size in my bra but I still have no idea how much I weigh!
So to rap things up Marla and her studio were the best thing that happened to me!
It was Crazy AWESOME!!!!
Christa

Okay you asked for it you got it, may be a little drawn out but truthful. Feel the love!!!! although my body hasn't always agreed, I am beginning to covince it. Your program has changed the way I eat and given me the kick start I needed to begin to change my lifestlye for the better. I plan to get all my excess weight off this year and you have given me some much needed tools to get myself in line.
To sum it all up I think you are a natural in your field with passion for what you do. It has been great, have thoroughly enjoyed it, and will do it again. I think your ideas and the variety of things you are teaching will take you a long way. Thanks for all your efforts.
P.S. Still haven't set up a time or date for you to come visit our work and give a small presentation, but will let you know when they want to do that.
Sam

I needed a kick in the butt and Marla and Janine were happy to land one my way.  I used to work out and eat right (used to being the operative words) - but kids, job and life in general steered me off the righteous path.  Marla and Janine steered me back and for that I'll be eternally grateful.  I just wished they hadn't kicked me quite so hard! OUCH!
Gail

I just wanted to quickly touch base, I don't feel comfortable doing it at the studio, so here it goes.....AAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHH!!!!

I absolutely cannot believe it! I met and surpassed my goal by double! I am extremely happy.  I got in my car after class and started crying...of course happy tears....I couldn't believe I did it.  I had the baby a year ago now, so I can't use that as an excuse anymore... and finally its working!

I have changed my lifestyle, I run every morning before my fiance goes to work, and it totally changes my whole day,  I feel it gets me motivated for the workout in the evening.  I loved the bootcamp, it was awesome, so thank you both for the motivation, and the advice and bumping me to the front (love it now) and everything else.  I am one very happy woman, and hopefully happier tomorrow when I go try on the wedding dress. 

Thanks for letting me brag a little, you two and my fiance are the only ones I feel comfortable saying any of this to, so thanks for letting me!! ( Guess you really didn't have a chance)

Thanks again,
Brittany

Heartbreakers classes are not like the other I’ve taken.  They are a blast, you work your butt off, and you learn a lot while you’re doing it.  I did the bikini contest and loved everything about it.  Marla taught me a whole new way to eat and was always there when I needed her for questions or just support.  Now I’m hooked on her classes.  I’ve never laughed so hard and sweat so much at the same time.
Jamie

"The Bikini Contest is Phenomenal, in eight weeks you will learn how to push yourself to your limits. I would have never lost 10.5 inches in such a short time without the help from Marla and the heartbreaker crew. Losing all those inches has been motivational to continue working out and with all the knowledge I gained during the Bikini Contest I can do it safetly and effectively. I am now healthier and slimmer than I was 6 months ago before had my daughter."
Sarah

When I first heard about Heartbreaker's Dance studio having regular fitness classes, I was a little apprehensive to sign up as I have no rythmn and two left feet!   Marla assured me that I could do it and I haven't looked back since May.  I love the professionalism, fun yet relaxing atmosphere.  I love a good sweat (and yes even that day after stiffness)  it proves you have done something.  Joining the Bikini Bootcamp was the best experience, not only for my physical health, the friendships that you make in the class with other people going thru the same weight struggles as you are helps so much to stay focussed.  Marla has been an amazing role model and I urge anyone to sign up for one of her classes anytime.  That said, anyone wanting a challenge, GO FOR IT, what do you have to lose?
Tanya

Sitting wondering how I could get myself motivated to get back in shape again. My sister mentioned Heartbreakers and I thought well lets give it a whirl and hope for the best. Not only was I extremly pleased with the results, Marla and her staff are the best, giving great advice on nutrition and fitness but motivating beyond belief, not to mention the humour and many friends I made along the way. THANKS MARLA AND THE HEARTBREAKERS crew you have started me on my way to a healthier lifestyle.
Jenn

I was never really an active person...not very motivated but I took a chance on Heartbreakers and now, I can't wait for the next class. Always new challenges to strengthen myself and feel better about me. Marla is an inspiration to her students as she makes time for each and every person to be there for all of your questions and concerns while still running a business, and a family too. There is great nutritional advice available. She gives you the tools, you bring the determination and you will get results!!
Sherri

I have been working out at Heartbreakers for about six months now. In that time, I have lost 27 pounds and have gone from a size 18 to a size 10. The classes are great, they are so much fun and there is always something different so I never get bored. Everyone I talk to asks me how I've lost the weight and I tell them all to go see Marla!
Darcey