About
at body by berner, we do fitness differently.
We believe exercise is not a chore. You should feel excited, not apprehensive. Energised, not exhausted. we provide a holistic experience that works out the mind as well as the body. Founded by Bernadette Sukkar, Body by Berner will push your expectations of what a total body workout is. A fitness studio that doesn't feel like a typical fitness studio, Body by Berner offers Pilates, Yoga, Meditation and Breathwork classes that makes you feel good while you're working out. Every ‘body’ is welcome at Body By Berner, at all fitness levels.
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Located in an intimate setting in the heart of Sydney’s iconic Bondi Beach.
In a light-filled space designed to inspire, the studio has a temple-like feel — blending elements of spirituality, design, and art. A striking feature wall filled with art, objects, and offerings creates a setting where clients feel uplifted, grounded, and ready to ‘Feel the Bern.’
The studio is thoughtfully stocked with small apparatus and functional movement tools to support strength, mobility, and mindful movement.
Meet Bernadette
the founderBernadette’s journey with movement began over a decade ago in a packed yoga class in New York City — a moment of stillness amidst the chaos of her high-paced career in fashion PR.
At the time, she was leading global campaigns for some of the world’s most iconic brands, but wellness had taken a back seat. That first class sparked something deeper: movement wasn’t just physical — it was a creative, energetic release.
What began as a side passion soon became something more. On a trip home to Australia to renew her visa, the world paused — and so did she. The timing aligned with the COVID-19 lockdowns, offering a rare opportunity to slow down and reconnect with the body. She leaned in, completing her training with the internationally recognised Polestar Pilates and launching Body by Berner from her home in Tamarama.
What started with a few mats in a living room quickly evolved into one of Sydney’s most sought-after studios — now permanently located in the heart of North Bondi.
Today, Bernadette is a certified Pilates Mat and Reformer teacher, Yoga instructor, and breathwork facilitator known for her hybrid, high-energy style. Her sessions blend strength, stretch, breath, and mindfulness — often layered with scent, sound, and intention — to create a holistic, sensory-led experience.
At the heart of her teaching is a simple belief: movement should feel good — not punishing — and presence is the most powerful practice of all.
Bernadette in her own words…“I always remember exercise feeling like a chore and something I had to get through. Since discovering Pilates and Yoga, I have never felt a deeper connection between my mind and body and physically I'm in the best shape I’ve been. My hope with Body By Berner is to help people find that connection too.”