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“ I have thoroughly enjoyed the Pilates classes as I have never done anything
like it before. Your classes have really helped the mobility in my ankle and given me more confidence to try things again. I have even had a game of badminton!

You explained each exercise well, especially for a novice. I have also noticed that my balance has improved which has helped with my walking.
Thank you for being so patient with me!" Julie, C

"After a few weeks of coming to
your classes I felt that the exercises where benefiting my lumbar spine and giving me more flexibility although I know it was particularly rigid to begin with. " Richard, B

"We have been participating in Sophia's classes for a few years. She considers everyone's individual needs and offers an alternative exercise if necessary. Every class is different so that you don't get bored".

Peter and Jane, F

"Sophia has been helping me for over 8 years as part of an ongoing treatment for back and hip pain and a general desire to be more flexible. She has taken the time to understand my particular needs and has always adapted her routines to accommodate my limitations. Sophia’s boundless enthusiasm and knowledge have supported and encouraged me to the point where I no longer regularly have back pain and have also been able to recover speedily from a shoulder injury. Although I’m now older, I am much fitter and stronger than when I started her classes. Having a desk-bound job, I realise how much my tense muscles need the stretching and strengthening Sophia’s routines provide. I now regard Pilates as an important part of my everyday life, not just a remedy for injuries or a boost for fitness. I would definitely recommend Sophia as a teacher; her focus on breathing, correct technique and the variety of her routines are all hugely beneficial and she creates a welcoming and friendly environment for people of all ages and abilities". GILLIAN N,L.

“Before starting Pilates I have been experiencing lower back pain when standing still for more than a few minutes. I knew that I would benefit from Pilates, but put off signing-up with a variety of excuses.

I needn't have worried as Sophia is a lovely, friendly person, and she makes sure that every one is doing as they should and things are taken nice and gently!
I nervously went along to my first class, where Sophia introduced the newcomers and everyone made me feel very welcome.

Class sizes are reassuringly small and Sophia keeps an eye on everyone; instructing us to make minor changes to posture or to a movement, and walks around the room making small adjustments that make all the difference!

Sophia "talks in pictures" so that her instructions really resonate; her analogies are legendary! It's now eight months since my first class and I am now a complete Pilates fan! Not only are Tuesday evenings "me-time" where
I can relax and forget about work, family, worries etc, but I really feel that muscles are being worked in a way that isn't going to do any damage and at the same time improving my core strength. Even when I'm really tired after a long, busy day at work, I always feel so much better and energised after a class. Sophia is one of life's genuine. lovely people and I can honestly say that
I feel so much better for joining her class. " Helen, C

"After a few weeks of coming to your classes I felt that the exercises where benefiting my lumbar spine and giving me more flexibility although I know it was particularly rigid to begin with. " Richard, B

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“Before starting Pilates I have been experiencing lower back pain when standing still for more than a few minutes. I knew that I would benefit from Pilates, but put off signing-up with a variety of excuses.

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I needn't have worried as Sophia is a lovely, friendly person, and she makes sure that every one is doing as they should and things are taken nice and gently! I nervously went along to my first class, where Sophia introduced the newcomers and everyone made me feel very welcome.

Class sizes are reassuringly small and Sophia keeps an eye on everyone; instructing us to make minor changes to posture or to a movement, and walks around the room making small adjustments that make all the difference!

"After a few weeks of coming to
your classes I felt that the exercises where benefiting my lumbar spine and giving me more flexibility although I know it was particularly rigid to begin with. " Richard, B

I needn't have worried as Sophia is a lovely, friendly person, and she makes sure that every one is doing as they should and things are taken nice and gently!
I nervously went along to my first class, where Sophia introduced the newcomers and everyone made me feel very welcome.