Mindful Pilates and functional movement to support you through recovery, life transitions, and everyday wellness.
Hello, I'm Michelle, a movement teacher based in Bournemouth specialising in Pilates and Foundation Training. My teaching philosophy emphasises a mindful, holistic approach to movement. I combine my formal training with hands-on experience to help my clients feel stronger, move better, and live well.
My journey with Pilates began in my early 20s following a lower back injury. I used Pilates to rehabilitate my own body and found a true passion for the practice. In 2016 I turned that passion into a career as a Pilates teacher by completing a comprehensive year-long Matwork training programme with the Pilates Foundation. My enthusiasm for learning continued and in 2019 I trained in Foundation Training; a rehabilitative and functional movement practice focused on correcting poor movement habits to move and live well. I became a qualified Foundation Training instructor in 2020 and have since integrated these two approaches to enhance my teaching.
Through my own pregnancy and C-section recovery I developed expertise of appropriate exercise and adaptations for this unique group. I completed the 'Pilates for Menopause' program with The Australian Physiotherapy & Pilates Institute, allowing me to further refine my approach for peri and post-menopausal clients. Most recently I completed the Reformer equipment training with Body Control Pilates and look forward to being able to offer 1:1 tuition from my home studio soon.
Whether you're new to exercise or looking to deepen your practice, I'd love to work with you and support you on your movement journey.
Client Testimonials
"Michelle is an excellent teacher, her classes are always well prepared and she is friendly and very patient. I have noticed a big improvement in my flexibility and core strength since going to Michelle's classes."
"I've been doing Pilates with Michelle for approximately 8 years and love the 1:1 sessions we do together. She's thoughtful, attentive and creative with the classes she teaches and adapts to suit your needs and capabilities. Every week is different and you feel you're making real progress. Can't recommend her enough!"
"Value for money. A good workout under the guidance of a true professional. Michelle is a kind, gentle, approachable and knowledgeable person. The classes are fun, packed full of a variety of exercises that make you feel invigorated and toned while helping you to forget the busy world around us."
Small group matwork classes in Poole and Sopley. Join a community of likeminded people for a fun and effective workout.
Private 1:1, 1:2 and corporate classes available at various locations and online. Classes tailored to match your movement goals and meet your individual needs.
1:1 Reformer tuition from my home studio coming soon.
"Physical fitness is the first requisite of happiness"
Group Mat Classes
Tuesday 9.30 - 10.30 Beginner
Tuesday 10.45 - 11.45 Intermediate
Canford Cliffs Village Hall, Poole
Wednesday 9.30 - 10.30 Beginner
Thursday 10.30 - 11.30 Beginner
Sopley Parish Hall, Sopley
Thursday 18.00 - 19.00 Intermediate
Thursday 19.15 - 20.15 Back Care – Coming soon
Canford Cliffs Village Hall, Poole
Private sessions and corporate classes available by arrangement.
Pricing
Group mat classes
£12 pay-as-you-go
or
Enjoy a discounted rate of £10 per session when you commit to a month of weekly classes upfront. For example, 4 weekly sessions are only £40 when booked as a block.
Private Sessions
1:1 or 1:2 lessons from £50 / session
T&Cs:
Bookings are secured on receipt of payment and are non-refundable. For Private sessions full payment is charged for cancellations within 24 hours of the scheduled session