WE ARE RE:FORM PILATES

Meet Steph, one of the original founders alongside Alison. A passionate powerhouse behind transformative workouts. Don’t be fooled by her warm and relaxed demeanor—Steph is all about getting results. With a focus on deep strengthening through healthy alignment and functional exercises, she brings a wealth of anatomical knowledge to every session. Steph is determined to help you achieve your best, and you’ll feel the benefits long after the class is over!

With a background as a sports therapist since 2003, Steph has a solid foundation in rehabilitation techniques, which she skillfully integrates into her Pilates method. Her journey with Pilates began in 2011 in Auckland, where she quickly fell in love with the practice. During her time in New Zealand, Steph had the privilege of working with top-tier athletes in rugby, CrossFit, and cricket, enriching her expertise.

Steph’s classes are anything but routine—each session is fresh, exciting, and designed to keep your body guessing. Whether you’re looking to strengthen, rehabilitate, or simply try something new, Steph’s dynamic approach will keep you engaged and coming back for more.

Meet Ginny, a dedicated Pilates instructor with a deep passion for mindful movement and an additional certification in Yoga instruction. Ginny’s journey into Pilates was personal. After managing chronic pain for years, she experienced the transformative benefits of Pilates firsthand. She was then inspired to train with Balanced Body and share the power of Pilates with others.

With a calm and attentive approach, Ginny creates a welcoming space where clients feel challenged and confident in their bodies. Her teaching blends the breath and flow of Yoga with the precision and strength-building focus of Pilates. Her classes emphasise core stability, alignment, and mobility, always encouraging clients to move in a way that feels supportive and sustainable.

For Ginny, Pilates is more than a workout, it’s a pathway to lasting wellbeing. She believes movement should feel empowering and that small, consistent changes can have a lasting impact in your everyday life. Join Ginny in her personalised sessions to discover the joy of becoming stronger from the inside out.

Olivia, a highly skilled and experienced instructor with a rich background as a former professional ballet dancer. Trained at the prestigious Royal Ballet School in London, Olivia brings over 10 years of teaching expertise to her role as a BASI Comprehensive Pilates Instructor. Her passion for movement and deep understanding of the body led her to further specialise by completing the BASI Injuries and Pathologies course.

In addition to her Pilates qualifications, Olivia is a certified ballet teacher with the Royal Academy of Dance, having completed the Professional Dancer’s Postgraduate program. She specializes in Pilates for dancers, offering a unique blend of Pilates and ballet coaching that enhances strength, flexibility, and injury prevention for dancers.

Olivia’s teaching is deeply informed by her professional ballet background, making her sessions both precise and effective. Whether you’re a dancer looking to refine your technique or someone seeking the benefits of Pilates, Olivia’s expertise and dedication ensure you’ll receive the highest level of instruction tailored to your needs. Join her to experience the perfect harmony of Pilates and ballet and discover how this powerful combination can elevate your movement and well-being.

Meet Steph, a dedicated and comprehensively trained Pilates teacher who has practiced Pilates throughout her adult life. Her journey with Pilates began as a personal passion, enjoying the way it helps to restore, realign, and strengthen the body. This deep appreciation led her to pursue teaching, earning her mat certification with Polestar in 2018. Her love for teaching has only grown since, driving her to complete the comprehensive Polestar Pilates program, which now allows her to teach clients across all the Pilates equipment.

Pilates has profoundly enhanced Steph’s own body awareness, strength, and flexibility, helping her maintain a happy and well functioning body. As a teacher, her mission is to help her clients unlock their body’s potential and move more efficiently through everyday life.

Steph finds great joy in working with clients and witnessing the transformative journeys they embark on through Pilates. She loves seeing the positive changes this practice brings, whether it’s alleviating lower back pain, improving posture, or cultivating an inner strength and glow that shines through in her clients’ lives. Join Steph to discover how Pilates can help you achieve a stronger, more aligned, and balanced body.

Introducing Casey, a versatile and passionate fitness professional with over 12 years of experience in the industry. Her diverse background includes working as an International Dance and Cheer Coach, Personal Trainer, and Group Exercise Instructor, where she has taught everything from Pilates and Cycle to Aerial Yoga and Strength and Conditioning. Recently, Casey has expanded her expertise by delving into Hormone Nutrition, and she loves sharing her knowledge to help those dealing with hormone imbalances or related conditions.

Casey has worked with a wide range of clients, addressing issues such as multiple sclerosis, hormonal imbalances, thyroid conditions, eating disorders, and various forms of pain including back, knee, and shoulder discomfort. Her passion lies in helping people make exercise a daily habit, empowering them to feel long, lean, and strong, while also saying goodbye to aches and pains.

She is dedicated to making exercise accessible for everyone, regardless of their starting point. She is passionate about showing you that, no matter what challenges you face, effective movement is possible and can help you achieve your goals. Join Casey’s sessions to discover how you can transform your fitness routine, improve your well-being, and reach new heights in your personal health journey.

Meet Agata, a dedicated Pilates instructor with a deep passion for movement and a rich background in sports. Agata was introduced to Pilates in 2006 while living in London and quickly became a regular student. As a long-distance runner and avid cyclist, she discovered that Pilates was the perfect complement to her cardiovascular exercises and recognised its crucial role in injury prevention.

Sport has always been a central part of Agata’s life. From her early days as a gymnast to her later pursuits in running and cycling, her love for exercise has only grown over the years. In 2010, she completed her Comprehensive Pilates Teacher Training with Balanced Body and also holds REPS Level 2 qualifications, with specializations in Core Stability and Group Indoor Cycling.

With a background in psychology, Agata integrates aspects of sports psychology and coaching into her sessions, using her skills to motivate and inspire her clients. She strongly believes that a healthy body is the foundation for a healthy mind and that exercise can bring meaningful change to everyone’s life.

Agata’s sessions are carefully designed to meet the individual goals of each client. While she enjoys working with a diverse range of clients, she has a particular interest in supporting already active individuals who seek additional challenges, low impact exercises, and highly effective injury prevention routines. For Agata, Pilates is not just a workout, it’s a long term investment in your health and well-being. Join her sessions and experience how Pilates can elevate your fitness journey and enhance your quality of life.

Meet Valeria, a highly skilled and compassionate Pilates instructor with a wealth of experience. Specialising in pre and post-natal training, Valeria has successfully guided countless clients on their journey to wellness, helping them achieve their fitness goals during these crucial stages. Her versatility truly shines, as she has also worked with athletes from a variety of sports backgrounds, expertly tailoring Pilates routines to meet their specific needs.

Valeria effortlessly infuses enjoyment and excitement into her sessions, making sure they are both fun and invigorating. As a stickler for form and technique, she prioritizes her clients’ safety while encouraging them to reach their full potential. With her enthusiastic and open nature, Valeria is the ideal choice for anyone looking to enhance their physical and mental well-being through Pilates. Join her sessions and experience the perfect blend of challenge, support, and joy in your fitness journey.

Meet Amber, a passionate Pilates instructor whose love for movement has been a constant throughout her life. Pilates played a vital role in supporting her formal dance training from a young age and continued to be her go to exercise as she embarked on a successful performing career in West End shows like The Sound of Music and Billy Elliot.

With a deep understanding of the anatomy of movement, Amber took the next step in her journey by earning her Pilates certification. Now, she’s thrilled to share her passion for Pilates and the incredible benefits it can bring to your body.

Amber believes that everyone can discover and enjoy fitness, whether you’re a total beginner or an accomplished athlete. She’s dedicated to setting goals with you and tailoring each session to meet your individual needs, ensuring that you achieve your best.

Join Amber in her personalised Pilates sessions, where her enthusiasm, expertise, and commitment to your fitness journey will help you unlock your full potential and fall in love with movement.

Meet Barry, a dynamic fitness professional whose journey began as a world-traveling dancer, performing in film, music, fashion, and theatre. His impressive career includes work with the musical Billy Elliot, X Factor, and performances alongside global icons like Gloria Estefan, Robbie Williams, Emma Bunton, and Boy George.

Barry’s passion for movement led him to Pilates, where he became captivated by the Reformer. This apparatus resonated deeply with him, embodying the fluidity, functional movement, and precision he honed during his dance training. He remains fascinated by the endless variations and possibilities the Reformer offers.

Barry firmly believes that regular, diverse exercise not only enhances physical health but also contributes significantly to mental balance. He’s committed to infusing his sessions with positive energy, helping clients develop a strong, can-do attitude.

In Barry’s tailored training sessions, expect a blend of professionalism and a touch of demanding challenge, all while keeping the experience entertaining and productive. He’s dedicated to helping you push beyond perceived limits, ensuring each session is both enjoyable and effective. Join Barry and discover the transformative power of Pilates through his expert guidance and engaging approach.

Meet Jelica, a dedicated Pilates instructor with a lifelong passion for movement. Growing up as a dancer, Jelica developed a keen eye for observing how people move, which naturally led her to study the Pilates method. Since training with the Pilates Foundation and beginning her teaching journey in 2008, Jelica has been sharing her love for Pilates with others.

Jelica has a special affinity for both matwork and the apparatus repertoire. She loves the way matwork encourages flow and brings people together, while the apparatus exercises offer a rich, graceful experience that blends deep strength, agility, balance, advanced technique, and complex dynamics. Stepping into the apparatus studio fills Jelica with excitement, and she’s eager to introduce others to its wonderful possibilities.

Influenced by her dance background, Jelica’s teaching style integrates various movements alongside the original Pilates repertoire. She firmly believes that regular exercise and movement not only make you feel healthier and happier but also help you express your true purpose in life.

Join Jelica in her dynamic classes and discover the joy of movement, where each session is a journey towards greater strength, balance, and self-expression.

From a young age, Nina found joy and expression through the movements of the human body. Dance became her medium for conveying emotions, telling stories, and revitalising the entire being through strength, flexibility, and rejuvenation. Nina recognised the similarities between dance and Pilates, leading her to embark on her Comprehensive Classical Pilates training with Equinox in 2017. This training deepened her understanding and expertise in the transformative practice of Pilates.

Today, Nina is dedicated to helping her clients unlock their full potential. She focuses on building deep functional strength, improving movement patterns, and enhancing mobility and flexibility simultaneously. With Nina as their guide, individuals can tap into their innate capabilities and experience a remarkable transformation. Nina firmly believes that mindful movement is the catalyst for healing. Through her conscious and intentional approach, each session becomes an opportunity for self-discovery, self care, and self improvement.

Meet Serkan, a seasoned Pilates instructor with over a decade of experience in tailoring Pilates to support your body, whatever your life stage or situation. Serkan’s passion for sports and movement began in early childhood and led to a 10-year career as a professional handball player. His love for adventure then took him to new heights, becoming a certified mountaineer with climbs in Kyrgyzstan and China.

Certified by Balanced Body and with a deep specialization in anatomy, Serkan has accumulated over 20 certifications in biomechanics and functionality. His expertise allows him to understand how Pilates can be a powerful tool for injury recovery, managing health conditions, and helping top athletes reach their peak performance. Recently, he has developed a keen interest in cycling and is exploring how Pilates can enhance this sport.

In Serkan’s classes, you can expect personalized training tailored to your unique needs and goals. He also offers customized lessons for individual athletes and teams, ensuring that each session supports your specific sport and helps you perform at your best.

Join Serkan and experience a Pilates practice that’s truly dedicated to your body’s potential, whether you’re looking to improve overall fitness, recover from injury, or optimize your performance in your favourite sport.

Introducing Barbara, a seasoned professional with a rich background in acting, music, and decades of dance training. Her extensive career spans the West End stage, feature films, and television, showcasing her passion for performance and movement. Alongside her artistic pursuits, Barbara has always been dedicated to fitness, yoga, and Pilates, which naturally led her to retrain as a fully comprehensive BASI Pilates instructor.

Barbara’s journey with Pilates took on new meaning after a horse riding accident in her late teens left her with an injured left elbow. This experience taught her the importance of adapting physical work to suit individual needs, and she is now deeply committed to bringing Pilates to all bodies, regardless of their challenges.

With a warm and positive approach, Barbara’s classes are infused with a deep understanding of the mind-body connection central to Pilates. As she continues to immerse herself in her studies while growing her teaching practice, Barbara’s passion for helping others shines through in every session.

Join Barbara in her welcoming and empowering classes, where her unique blend of experience, empathy, and enthusiasm will guide you on your journey to a stronger, more balanced body.

Meet Bethany, a passionate advocate for fitness and well-being with a unique background in classical ballet. Originally from Australia, Bethany’s journey has taken her around the globe, living and working professionally in the US, Asia, Europe, and the UK. Her experience as a ballet dancer taught her the importance of incorporating Pilates into her daily routine, a discovery that greatly enhanced her technique and helped prevent injuries in her demanding profession.

After transitioning from ballet in 2018, Bethany pursued her passion for Pilates, training with Polestar Pilates UK and becoming a comprehensive studio instructor. Her deep understanding of movement and body mechanics, honed through years of ballet, now informs her Pilates practice.

Bethany has a special interest in working with clients with scoliosis, spinal fusion and other pathologies of the spine. In 2022 completed the ScolioPilates®️ certification becoming one of the only instructors in the UK, driven by a desire to help those with scoliosis find functional and comfortable ways to exercise. Her goal is to empower her clients to reduce pain, improve their quality of life, and get back to doing what they love.

Join Bethany in her dynamic and supportive classes, where her dedication to personalised care and her passion for movement will guide you toward a stronger, healthier you.

Introducing Meryem, a passionate Pilates instructor whose journey began with a personal quest for healing. When Meryem was diagnosed with degenerative disc disease at just 20 years old, her doctor recommended Pilates to help ease her pain and discomfort. Through her own experience, Meryem discovered the transformative power of Pilates as a remedial exercise. Inspired by the profound benefits, she made a life-changing decision in 2013 to turn her newfound passion into a full-time career as a Pilates instructor.

In 2019, Meryem brought her expertise to London, where she continues to share her love for Pilates with others. Known for her patience and determination, Meryem is dedicated to helping her clients achieve their personal goals, no matter their starting point. Her empathetic approach, rooted in her own journey, makes her sessions both supportive and empowering.

Whether you’re seeking relief from discomfort or looking to strengthen your body, Meryem offers a path to wellness through mindful movement and expert guidance. Join Meryem and discover how Pilates can transform your life, just as it did hers.

Meet Kristina, a dedicated Pilates teacher whose journey began over 20 years ago when she first explored every class at the gym – and then discovered Pilates. Drawn in by its unique blend of movement, breath, precision, and control, she quickly realised that Pilates was unlike any other exercise, transforming not only her core strength and flexibility but also serving as an essential tool in managing her scoliosis, a condition she’s battled since childhood. Initially qualifying as a fitness instructor out of her sheer love for movement, Kristina’s passion led her to pursue Pilates more deeply. In 2023, she became a certified BASI mat Pilates teacher and has since advanced to become a comprehensive BASI Pilates instructor, enabling her to teach clients on any piece of equipment. Embracing Pilates philosophy – which centers on correct alignment, mindful movement, and the transformative power of breath – she honours Joseph Pilates’ legacy and his vision that this method is for everyone. Whether working with beginners, athletes, or those in rehab, Kristina is inspired by the profound changes Pilates brings to her clients, and she’s even encouraging her three children to share in this life-enhancing practice.

Meet Chandni, a dedicated Reformer Pilates instructor with nearly a decade in the fitness and wellness industry. Since 2017, she has specialized in Reformer Pilates – the method she loves most for its precision, flow, and ability to transform the body. Her teaching style blends calm, patient guidance with sharp observational skills, ensuring every client feels supported, challenged, and empowered.

With a background that spans personal training, yoga, and sports nutrition, Chandni takes a truly holistic approach. Her sessions emphasize full-body strength, core control, and spinal mobility – helping clients move with confidence and ease.
Whether you’re new to Pilates or an experienced mover, she adapts each class to your unique needs, working with clients of all age groups to guide safe progress and lasting transformation.

For her, Pilates is a mindful practice, and she loves seeing clients find strength and confidence through movement.

Naoka is a BASI Comprehensive Teacher with a certificate in Pilates for Scoliosis. She trained and performed as a professional ballet dancer in Germany for more than a decade. During her dance career, she was introduced to Pilates as a method of body conditioning and fell in love with it as a way to strengthen both body and mind. Naoka also holds a BSc in Health Sciences from the Technical University of Munich, bringing a well-rounded, personalised approach to her teaching.

During her dance career, she experienced several injuries, which deepened her understanding of injury recovery as well as building a body that prevents future injuries. She also loves to challenge her clients to truly feel their bodies and discover their full potential.