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PILATES AND MOVEMENT FOR EVERY BODY

Intelligent movement that supports strength, mobility, and confidence - at every stage of life.

Movement has been a key part of how I’ve learned to live alongside chronic pain. Not as a fix, but as a way to rebuild trust, strength, and confidence in my body over time.

My approach to Pilates and movement is thoughtful, adaptable, and whole-body. It can be gentle or challenging depending on the day, and always respects where someone is starting from - particularly when pain, fatigue, injury, or hormonal change are part of the picture.

This pillar isn’t about pushing through or chasing perfection.
It’s about learning how to move with your body, not against it.

My Background and Approach

I am trained in the STOTT PILATES® method - Matwork, Reformer and Cadillac, with experience over the past few years teaching group classes, 1:1 and duet sessions at studios in Tetbury and Cheltenham and now, through 1:1 sessions from my home studio.

Pilates became part of my life long before I trained as an Instructor, initially as a way to manage Fibromyalgia pain and stiffness. Over time, it helped me understand my body more deeply and shaped how I now approach movement as a whole. 

Pilates isn’t something I teach separately from how I live. It’s part of my own regular movement and wellbeing practice; alongside walking, simple but effective cardio, and progressive strength training - particularly important in midlife and menopause, to support muscle mass, joint health, energy and resilience.

PILATES & MOVEMENT RESOURCES - COMING SOON!

Pilates Sessions

I currently have availability for a limited number of Reformer sessions at my 1:1 home studio.

Sessions combine Reformer with Cadillac Tower, which adds even more versatility for support, challenge, and creative movement options. Where appropriate sessions may also include the Jumpboard, small equipment (such as the fitness circle and mobility ball) and weights.

I often integrate Matwork at the beginning or end of a session - either to gently prepare the body and / or to cool down. This allows clients to leave with simple exercises they can confidently practice at home.

If you live locally (GL2) and are interested, please contact me via the Contact Form or DM me on Instagram.

Client testimonials

Testimonials collected over recent years from studio-based teaching and home sessions.

  • “Rachel has been exceptional in planning a bespoke rehabilitation exercise programme for me after experiencing acute pain in my neck and shoulder for many years.

    A carefully tailored experience which I find fun, invigorating and beneficial, not to mention vastly improving my mobility, strength and motivation to exercise again.

    Rachel is a brilliant instructor and her knowledge and personalised care is exceptional. I have really started to notice the difference in my strength, posture and muscle tone.

    Reformer Pilates is a game changer”

    Belinda B

  • “Rachel is a very friendly welcoming Pilates instructor. She’s keen to keep each group session fresh and interesting, with new exercises and equipment each week.

    She will adjust the difficulty of exercises to suit people’s abilities, so if you want to be challenged, you can be.

    It’s great that Rachel is constantly upskilling and sharing more advanced moves.

    I love reformer Pilates and that’s down to instructors like Rachel who make it fun and interesting as well as challenging.”

    Yvette S

  • “I really enjoy Pilates classes with Rachel as they're always varied and challenging. Rachel introduces new moves, exercises and equipment, which leads to progression and a sense of achievement.

    Rachel is very attentive to the strengths and weaknesses of individual class members.”

    Georgina H

  • “Rachel’s a really good Pilates teacher, I’ve been going to her classes for a long time now and love them.

    Her classes are always varied and creative, using all the different aspects of the reformer to keep it interesting.

    Rachel pays close attention to technique to make sure we’re always in the right alignment and making the most of our practice.

    She has a lovely manner and we work hard but always with a joke and some laughs along the way.”

    Jane H

  • “I’ve really enjoyed Rachel’s classes and know that they are doing a lot of good.

    She is very encouraging and knowledgeable, sensitive to issues in the body, and always ready with a suitable alternative exercise.

    Rachel is constantly surprising us with new moves on the reformer so the classes are varied too.”

    Mel G

  • “Rachel is incredibly attentive, knowledgeable, and supportive. Her classes are always varied, thoughtfully planned, and adapted to individual needs. They’re a highlight of my week.”

    Emily H

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