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I have been teaching Pilates 25 years and Pilates is without doubt my specialist subject! 

 

I teach Pilates ‘Studio’ sessions. The ‘Reformer’ has become a popular piece of apparatus however Joseph Pilates didn’t just create reformers he created a studio of apparatus and the sessions I offer include all of them. 

 

I work with a variety of clients from different fitness backgrounds with different needs and goals. Anyone can do Pilates. 

 

I love learning and regularly train both in the UK and overseas.

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ABOUT
US

I have been teaching Pilates for 25 years, always using Pilates apparatus. The ‘reformer’ is probably the most well known piece of kit at the moment however Joseph Pilates didn’t just create the reformer, he created many different pieces of apparatus. Because the studio contains all of these pieces, I teach what is classified as ‘Studio Pilates’. Every client gets the opportunity to work using all of the apparatus which I believe makes it much more interesting, more challenging and more functional then using just one piece.

I am comprehensively trained (I am trained on all the apparatus) initially in 2000 with Alan Herman and subsequently in 2004 with Polestar Pilates UK. I am certified instructor in both courses. this means that I didn’t just do the course but I sat both the practical and theory exams as well as completing the required number of teaching and observation hours to sit the exams. 

Because I am a certified instructor I have to follow a code of ethics, this stipulates that I have to complete the relevant hours of training every two years. I love training with different people, companies and disciplines to offer a broader spectrum of information and knowledge to every client I teach. I have trained in the UK and abroad. I have also trained or attended seminars with first generation teachers (and second generation teachers) these are teachers who worked with the man himself Joseph Pilates. 

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what we
offer

Body Perfect Pilates is no ordinary pilates class. Our classes are either ‘One to One’ or in small groups, to allow you to feel confident in what you are doing and receive the guidance you require to meet your goals.

Each client follows a personalised training programme that can be carried out in the studio.

From anxious movers, those who haven’t worked out in a while, those recovering from accidents, injuries, illnesses and operations to professional sports persons, amateur sports persons, as well as pre and post natal and those wanting some ‘me’ time.

 

*Please note it is recommended that you attend two Private Sessions before entering a group Semi-Private Session.*

 

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PILATES FOR
EVERYONE

Pilates can be used to help recover and improve a number of specialised or specific conditions and needs. 

Here are some of our most common advanced services that we assist with.

Anxious
Movers

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Athletes & Sports

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Pre & Post
Natal

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Postural Restoration

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injuries & recovery

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Read more about the benefits and history of pilates here.

The Studio

The Studio contains Pilates apparatus from Balanced Body in California who have been making high quality Pilates equipment since the 1980’s.

studio
reformer

Perhaps one of the most popular pieces of kit, simply because it is so versatile and suitable for anyone from those post rehabilitating to professional athletes.

trapeze
table

 This supports fitness and rehabilitation for all ages and abilities. A variety of spring assisted exercises can be performed using the Trapeze Table to help move or challenge the participant as they work out.

combo
chair

This evolved from Joseph Pilates ‘Wunda Chair’ as a space saving piece of kit to target muscle groups not as easily reached using other equipment. Don’t be fooled by its size, it’s a challenging apparatus!

ladder
barrel

This is for advanced core strength and stretching exercises.

Core
align

You can perform easy to learn exercises on this to improve balance, posture and functional movement.

FIND US

About kelly

 I have been teaching Pilates 25 years. I first started Pilates in 1995 whilst at university studying dance and rehabilitating from a knee injury. Using at the time what I thought was ‘a funny little studio with funny little equipment, without a doubt enhanced my dance training and made me even more interested in movement.

Having obtained a BA(hons) in dance, I taught dance for many years before finding a Pilates Studio in Oxfordshire to begin my training. My original comprehensive certification in 2000 was with Alan Herdman and Jane Paterson, I completed a Studio certification with Polestar Pilates UK in 2004 and the advanced Pilates qualification with NCPT (Nationally Certified Pilates Teacher) formally known as the PMA, in 2008. I have been fortunate to train in both the UK and abroad and I have trained with many of the ‘Pilates Elders’ and continue learning and training each year.

I love helping people to move and I have had the privilege of working with students from all backgrounds; from beginner movers to advanced movers, children and adults, professional and amateur athletes, dancers, actors, musicians, pre and post-natal, those with back pain, arthritis, scoliosis, hip replacements, trainee teachers and more both in the UK and overseas, online and in person.

 

 

 

Body Perfect Pilates is a ‘Practice Studio’ for Polestar Pilates trainees. 

 

 

 

Anxious
movers

Not everyone is confident at moving. Maybe it doesn’t come natural to you or it’s not something you have done often enough to feel at ease. As we are working with each client, everyone is treated individually so you can access the exercises at an appropriate level. We want to help you acheieve.

AThletes

If you’ve ever seen Pilates on social media you’ll know that many famous athletes do Pilates! Pilates can be a great addition to your training whether your job or hobby is a sport or activity that requires you to move.

Pre & Post
natal

Pilates is a safe and gentle system of exercise that can performed throughout pregnancy. Pilates is great at focusing on strengthening your abdominals, back and pelvic floor allowing for an easier pregnancy, delivery and recovery.

 

The exercises are catered to each individual to support your changing shape. You’ll find the use of the apparatus will not only save you from having to get up and off the floor, it will provide you with a variety of exercises to keep your enthusiasm going.

postural
restoration

Postural Restoration is an unique approach that addresses the body’s position and potential muscle imbalances. Learning to work with our asymmetries rather than trying to be symmetrical.

 

When properly positioned, aligned and balanced, the joints and muscles can work in a more effective and efficient manner. Postural Restoration explains how all the pieces of the body – the shoulder, the neck, the back, the hip, the knee and the foot … have to work together to function properly. It also includes the systems involving the rib cage and diaphragm, pelvic muscles and position, foot stability, tooth contact, vestibular system and balance. Key in Postural Restoration is the relationship of various parts of the body to the diaphragm and rib cage. How we breathe determines how the rest of the body works. The position of the pelvis is extremely important as well.

Injuries and
recovery

Pilates is great for post-rehab. Once your doctor/physio/osteopath/chiropractor has given you the ok to exercise, Pilates can aid your recovery further. From back pain sufferers, those recovering from hip/knee replacements, ACL injuries, whiplash and more, using the Pilates apparatus can provide your body with support where it needs it whilst you are training or strengthening a particular area.