My first Pilates matwork class in London sparked my passion for its intelligent, flowing movement. Pilates transformed my fitness and performing arts training, and inspired me to train with the Pilates Foundation in 2004, later earning Reformer and Pre/Postnatal certifications with Rachel Rafiefar (a founding member of the Pilates Foundation and the UK's 1st Pre/Postnatal course for Pilates teacher). My full Pilates studio equipment training was completed at Pilates Tree in London. As a Pilates Foundation and Society for Pilates Method teacher, I continuously update my skills with leading global Pilates Method teachers, many of them 1st and 2nd generation teachers.
Mark started teaching with me in 2016 after qualifying with BASI Pilates (Body Arts and Sciences International), and his matwork group classes have proved hugely popular ever since!
We bring both classical and contemporary influences to our teaching, and believe Pilates is at its best when approached as a whole method - one which offers numerous possibilities for each individual. Our students have many different goals - from tennis players looking to up their game, new mums, singers and musicians enjoying the improved vocal production and breath support, and people recovering from injury who want to get stronger and stay well. More and more, we are also welcoming people who have heard about the benefits of Pilates and want an exercise they will enjoy that they can make part of their routine.
Joseph Pilates started as a boxer and gymnast, opening his famous New York exercise studio with his wife Clara in 1926. Joe and Clara taught many prominent dancers and choreographers as their work became widely sought after. The Pilates method has been passed down by Joe's proteges, among them Eve Gentry, Kathy Grant, Romana Kryzanowska, Ron Fletcher, and Carola Trier. Pilates was brought to the UK in the 1970's by Alan Herdman. Still popular today with dancers and athletes, it is now also enjoyed by millions of people worldwide from all walks of life.