I teach Pilates in a way that’s grounded, thoughtful, and rooted in real bodies and real lives — because that’s what I needed myself.
My journey into Pilates didn’t begin with flexibility or fitness goals. It began with pain, confusion, and a body that felt unreliable.
After years of living in a much larger body, I entered my forties having lost a huge amount of weight but dealing with persistent back and hip issues, including a lumbar disc injury and SI joint dysfunction. Movement felt complicated, frustrating, and often unsafe.
Like many people, I tried to push through. I ran and discovered yoga. I ignored pain because I thought that’s what “strong” people did.
It wasn’t until I was firmly guided towards Pilates — repeatedly — that something shifted.
At first, I resisted. Pilates felt slow. Subtle. Unimpressive.
But it turned out to be exactly what my body needed. With careful guidance from an amazing teacher, and time, Pilates helped me rebuild trust in my body.
I learned how to support my spine, how to move without bracing or forcing, and how to listen rather than override. Within weeks I felt a difference — not just physically, but in how I related to myself.
Pilates didn’t just help me move better. It helped me understand why my body struggled, and how to work with it rather than against it.
Not long after, I was diagnosed with Multiple Sclerosis. I’m very fortunate to be in remission, but the diagnosis deepened my interest in neurological health and the role of intelligent, adaptable movement. Pilates has since become an essential part of how I care for my body — supporting strength, coordination, balance, and nervous system regulation.
My body still has opinions. Some days are easier than others. But I no longer see that as failure.
Pilates taught me that bodies don’t need fixing — they need understanding, patience, and appropriate support. That philosophy sits at the heart of how I teach.
Today, my classes are calm, inclusive, and adaptable. There’s no pressure to perform, no expectation to look a certain way, and no hierarchy of “good” or “bad” bodies. Whether you’re new to Pilates, returning after a break or injury, or simply wanting to move with more confidence and clarity, you’re welcome.
I teach because Pilates changed my relationship with my body — and my life — and I want others to experience that same sense of support, possibility, and ease.
If you’re curious, unsure, or just wondering whether Pilates might be right for you, please get in touch and we'll find your practice, together.
I believe movement should support your life — not compete with it.