pilates
I'm a Hackney-based Pilates teacher, trained in Reformer at East of Eden and currently completing my Mat certification with BASI, graduating August 2026.
I teach regular weekly classes, do covers across multiple studios, and offer 1-2-1 sessions on the Reformer in Finsbury Park.
I also teach yoga, which you can find out more about here.
My Reformer training
My Reformer Pilates training was at East of Eden, a London studio that's had Reformer on its schedule for well over a decade, with a faculty experienced across different methods.
The course was 108 hours, completed over six months. It is an NCFE-endorsed qualification and I completed over 30 hours of teaching practice alongside the observation and personal practice requirements. Community classes post-graduation have been weekly.
My training was led by Robin Kendall, who has taught BASI Pilates for over 20 years; Abby McLachlan, who runs East of Eden and brings STOTT training to the faculty, with over a decade of teaching experience herself; and Sally-Anne McConnell, who has taught for over 20 years and specialises in pre and postnatal and special populations work.
My Mat training
I'm currently completing my Mat Pilates certification through BASI (Body Arts and Science International), a comprehensive teacher training programme covering the full classical mat repertoire, anatomy, and teaching methodology, with a final written exam, a recorded teaching evaluation, and a practical exam. I expect to graduate in August 2026.
What is BASI?
BASI (Body Arts and Science International) is a Pilates teacher training system rooted in the original classical method. Its founder, Rael Isacowitz, trained directly under Kathy Grant and Romana Kryzanowska, two of Joseph Pilates' own students. BASI classes follow the traditional full repertoire with structured, progressive sequencing, offering a more classical and comprehensive style of Pilates compared to some of the newer, more modification-heavy approaches.
What to expect in a BASI class
Classes follow a clear, logical structure, starting with breath and core connection, moving through abdominal and spinal work, then into side-body and back-strengthening exercises, finishing with a settling stretch. Expect full-body, flowing sequences drawn from the classical repertoire, with an emphasis on precision, control, and correct alignment over speed or intensity. As you progress, classes may incorporate small props like the Magic Circle to add variety and challenge. Suitable for all levels — exercises can be adapted, but the underlying sequence and technique stay true to traditional Pilates.
Training and lineage
Reformer Pilates, 108 hrs, East of Eden (June 2026)
Mat Pilates, BASI, Graduation August 2026
Where I teach
I teach Reformer Pilates at a few studios across north London, including East of Eden, plus 1-2-1 privates on the Reformer at LIM. I'm also currently teaching Mat Pilates classes at Work + Play as part of my BASI mat training.
