My Story

I discovered Pilates following an injury to my lower back.  Pilates became part of my life for physical and mental well-being and after 15 years of regular lessons learning from fantastic and inspiring instructors, I was encouraged to train myself as an instructor. As I was already a primary school teacher, I was quickly able to introduce Pilates into the curriculum and it was a real success. Children of all ages and abilities enjoyed the physical challenges but were also able to learn strategies to regulate their own emotions thereby making themselves feel better inside and out. I then decided to set up Motivate to Move. This is a Pilates programme closest to my heart as it is designed specifically for engaging neurodiverse children. Highly motivating, structured sessions focusing on functional pilates exercises and key social skills. These sessions included many exciting and motivating resources and it was at this point I wrote Animals Move, a book of pilates exercises adapted just for children.  

Now I have my own business Pilates for Life where I teach children, teens and grown-ups online and in person in my garden studio called The Hut.

Everyone is welcome, age or ability is not an issue. Pilates is for all.

Please look through my website or give me a call, I would be happy to talk to you about Pilates. 

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Kate