ABOUT US
Your Wellness, Our Passion
A Mother-Daughter Mission to Inspire and Empower Women Through Pilates
About Us!
ROUX Wellness was born from Rouxchelle Denton-Cooke’s unwavering passion for wellness and her dedication to helping women achieve personal excellence. With over 20 years of experience in the fitness industry, Rouxchelle has cultivated a nurturing environment where women feel confident, strong, and supported in their journey toward transformation.
Her daughter, Candice, trained under her expert guidance, shares her vision of empowerment. With a double degree in Business and Commerce and a Master’s in Finance, Candice brings a powerful edge to the team. Together, they combine Rouxchelle’s unparalleled movement expertise with Candice’s business acumen, offering not only guidance in Pilates but also tools and strategies for students to build successful businesses.
This mother-daughter duo is more than just a team—they are a community built on the values of strength, connection, and growth, dedicated to helping women thrive in every aspect of life.
ROUXCHELLE DENTON COOKE
The Heart and Soul of ROUX Wellness
Rouxchelle Denton-Cooke is the visionary behind ROUX Wellness, driven by her unwavering passion for wellness and her dedication to helping women achieve personal excellence. With over 20 years of experience in the fitness industry, Rouxchelle has become a trusted leader and mentor, creating a supportive environment where women feel confident, strong, and empowered to transform their lives.
Her expertise extends beyond Pilates instruction; as a highly qualified trainer and contributor to the development of cutting-edge fitness programs, Rouxchelle has cultivated a legacy of excellence. Her ability to connect personally with each individual and her commitment to their success make her a true force of inspiration.
Rouxchelle’s mission is simple but profound: to help women embrace their strength, find their confidence, and achieve their full potential through movement and wellness.
MORE ABOUT ROUX
Rouxchelle is a distinguished member of a globally renowned team of instructor trainers, made up of highly qualified and internationally sought-after educators celebrated for their dedication, professionalism, and precision. Known as a “trainer of trainers,” Rouxchelle’s expertise and commitment to excellence have solidified her as a leader in the Pilates community.
For more than 20 years, Rouxchelle has certified instructors across the full Pilates repertoire — mat, reformer, Cadillac, chair and barrel — alongside barre, fascial movement, and mindful movement training, contributing to program development that has shaped the industry on a global scale.
Rouxchelle has also played a pivotal role in the wellness journeys of elite athletes, including Australian Olympic kayaker Naomi “Floody” Flood and Canadian Olympic kayaker Emily Fournel, supporting their pursuit of excellence and fitness.
Driven by a passion for empowerment, Rouxchelle is dedicated to making you feel seen, celebrated, and supported. Her personalized approach ensures that every individual she works with feels connected, inspired, and confident in achieving their wellness goals.
MY SCHEDULE
2026 Schedule
16-24 January – IMP @Vitruvian Bali
26 Jan – 5 Feb – IR @Vitruvian Bali
7-8 Feb – Workshops @Hotel Komune Bali
16-24 Mar – IMP @Blute Hong Kong
26-27 Mar – Mindful Movement Mat & Equipment @Movement Taiwan
29 Mar-8Apr – ICCB @Body + Beijing
10-12 Apr – Fascial Movement Foundation Course @Guiwei Pilates Beijing
14-15 Apr – Barre Foundation Course & Workshops @Orange Room Shanghai
17-19 Apr – Pre & post-natal workshops @M Pilates Shenzhen
20-21 Apr – Halo Foundation Course L1 & Workshops @Moksa Xiamen
23-25 Apr – Yonion Festival Xiamen
18-28 May – ICCB @Vitruvian Bali
12-22 June – ICCB Jakarta
24-25 June – Workshops Jakarta
2-5 Aug – ISP @Pilates 2021 Banten
7-9 Aug – Pre post natal @Pilates 2021 Banten
10-20 Aug – IR @Pilates 2021 Banten
31 Aug- 5 Sep – AEF @Hotel Komune Bali
7-15 Sep – IMP @Hotel Komune Bali
16-26 Sep – IR @Hotel Komune Bali
5-22 Oct – ICCB, ACCB & ISP @Halcyon Surabaya
2-10 Nov – IMP @Inna Essence Brisbane
11-21 Nov – IR @Inna Essence Brisbane
2-13 Dec – AR, ISP, AM, ACCB & 3 Workshops @Blue Sky Pilates Sydney
CANDICE VAN DER MERWE
The Business Mind Behind ROUX Wellness
Candice, the daughter of Rouxchelle Denton-Cooke, embodies the same passion for empowerment and wellness that inspired ROUX Wellness. Trained under Rouxchelle’s expert guidance, Candice brings a unique and invaluable perspective to the team.
With a double degree in Business and Commerce and a Master’s in Finance, Candice blends her academic expertise with a deep commitment to supporting women in their movement journeys. Her sharp business acumen enhances ROUX Wellness by equipping students with the tools, strategies, and confidence to not only excel as Pilates professionals but to also build thriving, sustainable businesses of their own.
Candice is the founder and visionary behind The Method by ROUX — a new certification pathway she created to train the next generation of instructors. Pairing her expertise in business and finance with the decades of teaching experience within the ROUX Wellness team, Candice has built a program that develops not just exceptional teachers, but thriving, sustainable careers.
Candice’s role is more than just leadership; it’s about fostering growth, creating opportunities, and empowering women to achieve success in all aspects of their lives.
