L 1 Introduction to Pilates: Beginner’s 5-week course 

with Clare Bannister 

We run this course regularly throughout the year. This 5-week course is the perfect place to begin if you’re new to Pilates or have not practiced Pilates using the Pilates apparatus classes we offer at the studio: Reformer and Tower.

The course runs for 5 consecutive weeks. On the first 3 weeks of the course you will work on the Pilates Reformer. The Pilates Reformer is a great place to start as it provides feedback on body alignmnet and teaches you how to connect with the deep muscles of the core. You will learn some of the essential repertoire of exercises.

On week 4 and 5 we will work on the Pilates Tower and matwork. Practicing on all pieces of Pilates apparatus provides a depth, variety, and specificity of movement that simply cannot be replicated with just one piece, or with mat work alone. Pilates is not about individual exercises or apparatus, it’s about how you move. Practicing across apparatus ensures you achieve the basic principles of Pilates and will give you confidence to attend the full range of classes we offer at the studio.

On completion of the course you can start to attend the ‘Open level’ or ‘Open/beginners’ classes on the timetable.

Introduction to Reformer Pilates (2 hour workshop)

with Clare Bannister 

Yoga-Breath-Sound

with Kat Yousefi ✨

This is a 90 minute class fusing together the movement of a gentle vinyasa flow class, the stillness of yin postures and the healing and soothing sounds of a soundbath. The class will include meditation and breathwork and will provide a nourishing and nurturing practice that will allow you to get out of your head and into your body. You’ll get to leave feeling stretched, grounded and calm. Each month we’ll focus on a different theme.

Nervous System Nourishment

with Karren Cook

Ease gently into the new year with this restorative, breath-led workshop designed to release tension and restore balance after the excesses of the festive season.

Through a calming blend of gentle pranayama (breath practices) and deeply restful Yin postures, you’ll nourish your nervous system, regulate your energy, and reset body and mind. A slow, nurturing practice to help you return to yourself to feel grounded, peaceful and calm.

Postnatal Pilates 5-week Course

with Clare

Advanced Reformer Pilates Workshop.

with Clare

Spring Revival: AnEquinox Rest-Shop

with Sophia Tupy.

Open yourself to deep relaxation and leave winter behind as we transition into springtime with this soothing rest-shop. Like a workshop, but with zero “work”, this extended session is designed to revive your nervous system and ready you for the longer days ahead after a proper rest.

Sophia will guide you through a gentle check-in and open up a discussion around our resistance to rest. This arrival will be followed by optional breathwork and nervous system regulation techniques, allowing you to find a greater sense of calm embodiment. Next, drop into longer-held, static poses: starting with peaceful yin yoga stretches then transitioning to restorative yoga with a focus on ultimate comfort. Finally, Sophia will guide you through a calming nidra meditation, a form of deep rest that will help restore both body and mind, leaving you refreshed and revitalised for the season ahead.

Shake off Winter and Flow into Spring

with Karren Cook .

Reawaken your body and spirit with this uplifting Vinyasa and somatic movement workshop designed to melt away winter stagnation and invite fresh spring energy.

Through fluid, expressive sequences and mindful embodied movement, you’ll release heaviness, and be open to renewal, and reconnect with your natural vitality.

A joyful, energising practice to help you shake off what’s been and flow into what’s next. An energy that is lighter, brighter, and full of possibility.