Essence Studio

01/06/2026

The view from your Pilates mat 🌳

Step into the Garden Studio, roll out your mat, and take a moment to soak it all in. Surrounded by greenery, birdsong, and natural light, it’s a space designed to help you move, breathe, and reconnect.

Whether you’re strengthening, stretching, or simply enjoying a little time for yourself, there’s something special about practicing Pilates with a view of the garden. 🌿

A space created to calm the mind, and strengthen the body with nature right outside your window.

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30/05/2026

Summer Pilates Term Starts 1st June! 🌿

I’m delighted to share that my Summer Pilates Term begins on Monday 1st June and runs through to Friday 25th July.

This term offers a wonderful variety of classes to suit all abilities, energy levels, and schedules. Whether you’re looking to build strength, improve mobility, or simply carve out some time for yourself, there’s a class for you.

☀️ Busy over the summer?

Drop-in spaces will be available throughout the term, making it easy to fit Pilates around holidays, work, and social plans.

💻 Prefer flexibility?

My Online Monthly Pass allows you to stay connected to your Pilates practice wherever you are, as long as you have an internet connection and space to roll out your mat.

💥 Bonus for full-term bookings:

Clients booking a full term of in-person classes will receive the online subscription completely free as part of their course package.

Summer Timetable

Monday 7:30pm – Mixed Ability Pilates (Garden Studio)
Tuesday 5:30pm – Gentle Flow Pilates (Garden Studio)
Tuesday 7:00pm – Mixed Ability Pilates (Garden Studio)
Wednesday 7:00pm – Mixed Ability Pilates (Bisley Forest Studio)
Wednesday 8:00pm – Foam Roller Pilates & Guided Relaxation (Bisley Forest Studio)
Saturday 8:15am – Pilates for Back Care (Garden Studio)
Saturday 9:15am – Gentle Flow Pilates (Garden Studio)

I look forward to welcoming you to your mat this summer, whether in the studio or online. ✨

28/05/2026

✨ A Little Reminder About Term Bookings & Missed Classes ✨

As we head into a new term I am so grateful to everyone who joins my Pilates classes each term, your passion and energy make every sessions such a joy.

To help everything run smoothly, here’s a quick reminder of how our term bookings and missed‑class options work:

📌 Term Booking Policy
When you book a space for the term this is reserved for the full term for you. The terms and conditions outline that the course booking is non‑refundable and non‑transferable. Missed classes can be made up within the same term, as long as there’s space in another session.
Missed classes can’t be carried into a new term or half‑term.

Think of it like a gym membership, if you miss a week, a fortnight or even a month at the gym you do not expect a refund from the gym. We’ve all been there, done that and probably got the gym branded T-shirt in the back of our cupboard to prove it. 🫣

However I do offer options to help you keep up with your pilates practice when life gets in the way of you attending your normal class.

💛 Flexible Options for You
I always want you to feel supported in your practice, so term clients also receive:
💻 Free access to all online classes (this is a monthly subscription for non‑term clients)
🧘‍♀️ I offer the option to attend catch‑up classes during the same term, space permitting

Your wellbeing and progress matter to me, and these options are here to help you stay consistent even when life gets busy.

If you ever need help arranging a catch‑up class or accessing the online library, just let me know, I’m always happy to help.

See you on your mat next week.

04/05/2026

She may huff, puff, roll her eyes and tell me she hates every second of a move… but her top says “pilates is my happy hour” and honestly, I’m holding her to it 😆🙌🏼😆. Absolutely love the banter we have in my classes.

25/04/2026

Love these bags some of my Saturday crew have; they’re perfect for their Pilates paraphernalia 🙌🏼

23/04/2026

Prioritising Staff Wellbeing at Fullbrook School 🧑‍🎓

Teaching and working in education is one of the most rewarding professions, but it can also be one of the most demanding. That’s why creating space to pause, breathe, and reset isn’t a luxury, it’s essential!

Today I taught a free staff Pilates session to my colleagues at Fullbrook School and 6th Form and it was exactly what everyone needed as we approach the end of another busy week. A chance to stretch, unwind, and let go of the noise that builds up during a busy teaching day.

Investing in staff wellbeing isn’t just about one session, it’s about building a culture where people feel supported, valued, and able to look after themselves as well as they look after their students.

Pilates is just one small way the staff wellbeing team are helping colleagues reconnect, and reduce stress, whether that be through pilates, our sewing club, our book club or simply letting your colleagues know you are there for a cuppa and a quick chat at the end of the day.

Here’s to more moments that help us breathe deeply, and taking time out to take care of the people who take care of so many others.

20/03/2026

✨ I’m so excited to share this… ✨

This Autumn I will be teaching at a truly special Wild Swimming & Pilates Retreat in the heart of the French Pyrenees, and I would love for you to join me.

For five slow, soul-restoring days, we’ll step away from the noise and sink into nature, movement, stillness, and the simple joy of being immersed in water and landscape. Think:

• Daily Pilates + relaxation sessions with me
• Cool, glassy lakes and hidden mountain pools
• Gentle hikes, wild dips, and breathtaking scenery
• Space to read, journal, wander, or simply be
• Nourishing meals and beautiful accommodation

You don’t need to be an expert in Pilates or wild swimming, this retreat is open to all bodies, all abilities, and all levels of curiosity. It’s an invitation to reconnect with yourself in the most grounding, peaceful setting.

📍 South of France
📅 4 nights, all-inclusive
💧 Wild swimming, movement, nature, rest
💛 Women-centred, supportive, and deeply restorative

If this sounds like the reset you’ve been craving, you can explore the full details here:

https://zeroneufcycling.cc/wild-swimming-retreat/

Let me know if you’re thinking about coming, it would be such a joy to share this experience with you. 🌿💦✨

Wild Swimming and Pilates Retreat October 17th – October 21st, 2026 Step away from the noise and sink into five slow, soul‑restoring days in the heart of the Pyrénées. You don’t need to be an expert in Pilates, nor do you need any experience with wild dipping / swimming. This retreat is open...

15/03/2026

Throw back to May 2020 where I filmed this Pilates Pole class; an oldie but a goodie!!

When you sign up for my group classes for a term you also receive access to my online library of classes. Over 300 classes at your fingertips 24/7; a great way to support your Pilates practice at home.

Spring term mat spaces are now available to book; visit my website for more information - link in bio

08/03/2026

Drop in / catch up classes this week:

Tuesday
5:30pm Gentle Flow Pilates

Wednesday
7pm Mixed Ability Pilates

Saturday
8am Pilates 4 Back Care

3 weeks remaining of this current term to make up any missed classes.

Spring term starts on 11th April, and is open to book.

See you on your mat 🧘🏽‍♀️

26/02/2026

Today I’m celebrating 14 years since becoming a qualified Pilates Mat Instructor.

What an incredible journey it’s been!

Over the past 14 years, I’ve had the privilege of building a strong and loyal client community, many of whom have been with me since that very first year. I’m so grateful for the trust, commitment, and consistency my clients bring to every session.

Watching their strength, confidence, and resilience grow has been the most rewarding part of this career. Without my clients there would be no Pilates Essence, so thank you! Thank you for sharing this journey with me, for trusting me, for believing in me!

🙏 💗