ABOUT

TEACHING STYLE

My approach to teaching is technical. I love diving into the nitty gritty of the work and honing in on seemingly small details that have a huge impact on execution.

I’m a huge advocate of the fundamentals; setting a strong foundation by focusing closely on form, and not rushing the process. I often emphasise slowing down in order to find greater precision and stability in the body, which can help clients work with more control. Once the foundations are in place, THEN we can play with pace and flow.

I also believe in quality over quantity when it comes to reps: rather than chasing a burn or working to fatigue, we’re instead working to improve the quality of movement. Each rep should be better than the last! Pilates is all about the details and mind-body connection.

It might sound odd, but the more you practise and improve your mind-body connection, the stronger the work feels. You get back what you put in!

TEACHER, NOT INSTRUCTOR

To me, the best sessions are those that feel collaborative, where the client and I keep up a dialogue about the practice. I meet clients where they are on the day, and offer a warm, supportive learning environment so they can practise and make progress with confidence.

As such, I prefer to use the team ‘teacher’ rather than ‘instructor’, as I’m not simply telling you what to do. Instead, I’m helping you find the work and control in your body. Pilates is very much about inner focus, which requires concentration. If clients listen to cueing, take adjustments, give feedback, and consistently strive to challenge themselves, they’ll find a much deeper connection to the practice. That’s what it’s all about.

TRAINING & WORK HISTORY

I am comprehensively certified through BASI Pilates, which is an internationally renowned contemporary school with headquarters in Newport Beach, California. The school was founded in 1989 by Rael Isacowitz and is known for its precise, form-focused approach that teaches the original Pilates exercises, honouring the work of Joseph and Clara Pilates, while integrating updates following modern scientific research.

I trained as a mat teacher first, in 2023, then undertook the BASI Comprehensive Global Training Program in 2024. Comprehensive training involves teaching across large apparatus including the Reformer, Cadillac, Wunda Chair, Ladder Barrel, Spine Corrector, F2 System and more. This is a rigorous qualification that involves a minimum of 500 hours of teaching, observation and practice, two written exams, a case study, and two practical exams. I attained full comprehensive certification in May 2025.

Prior to teaching Pilates, I trained and worked in the arts (fine art, publishing, design) and toured/recorded as a musician. I like to apply this creativity to my Pilates teaching through flow, movement and programming.

CONTINUING EDUCATION

• Pilates for Athletes — Nicky Lal workshop (Fuerza Pilates)

• Pre and Postnatal Pilates — Leah Stewart workshop (BASI Pilates / Pilates Anytime)

• Pilates for Scoliosis — Madeleine Black workshop (Pilates Anytime)

• Achieving the Athletic Edge — Rael Isacowitz workshop (BASI Pilates/ Pilates Anytime)

CURRENT OFFERINGs

I work with clients from all walks of life: beginners, fellow teachers, footballers, dancers and gym goers, people dealing with chronic pain and injuries, and more. Every person is different, and it’s my job to work to the body in front of me. The beauty of private sessions is that we work collaboratively, taking into account the individual’s needs. As such, we build our practice together over time.

In addition to in-person privates, I teach group mat classes over Zoom. Joseph Pilates considered mat Pilates to be the crown jewel of the system. I wholly agree!

If you have any questions, or you’d like to work with me, get in touch here.