Pilates Foundation

Members join Mike Perry for his two Sunday online classes - Secrets of the Boomerang, and the rock/roll exercises.
19th & 26th April 2026 - 10am -11.30am.
Prompted by a conversation during the Push Up focused classes last year, this workshops will aim to dissect the Boomerang, Open Leg Rocker, Seal and (if everyone’s in the mood) even the Crab. The Boomerang has long been my favourite exercise - for me it’s the most fun and I believe it’s accessible to a wider population than we might imagine…

We’ll explore the component parts - range of movement, control and psychological safety of each of the exercises, and use prep exercises and mobility drills (learned from Ido Portal and FRC particularly) to see what we may need more of. 
It’s my hope that this will lead to greater freedom and self-efficacy in taking on these exercises, and more joy too.
Open to Members: £18 for 3 hours over two Sundays.
See the link in bio for more info and to book..

Members join Marguerite Galizia on 8th March at 10am for a one-hour class - Organising from the Breath

The body’s inherent asymmetry has a particular impact on the breath. We have three lung lobes on the right and only two on the left, with asymmetries echoing down into the diaphragm’s crura and movement. This matwork session aims to reveal the subtle difference between left and right lung breathing as a means of unlocking better organisation at the core level of breath. This class is loosely based on the work of Ron Hruska (Postural Restoration Institute) and Pilates teachers Donna Parise Byrne & Dr Sarah Petrich (Re-Balance Pilates). 
 
Marguerite Galizia is a dance artist-researcher and a Pilates teacher. Marguerite has been teaching Pilates matwork since 2007 and she completed her equipment apprenticeship in 2016. Marguerite combines a detailed teaching approach with a genuine love for movement. Her work is informed by her own ongoing training in somatic movement practices.

See the link in our bio for more info & to book.

www.margueritepilates.com

Join James Earls on this one-day immersive in-person workshop on Saturday, 16/05/26 in Bristol 10am-4.30pm // Open to All // Designed for movement therapists who want to refine their understanding of how the human body truly moves.
Understanding the Anatomy of Movement bridges anatomical knowledge with practical movement observation, helping you develop a clearer, more accurate lens for assessing and guiding movement in your clients.
Participants will explore the overall structural blueprint of the human body and how form supports function. You’ll learn to use precise anatomical and biomechanical terminology to describe movement with confidence and clarity, enhancing both professional communication and clinical reasoning. The workshop also examines how muscles and fascia work cooperatively during different types of actions, highlighting coordinated patterns rather than isolated parts.

This is the workshop that we all should have had at the start of our training journey. // Limited places // Don’t miss out. // See the link in our bio to book.

Join James Earls on this one-day immersive in-person workshop on Saturday, 16/05/26 in Bristol 10am-4.30pm // Designed for movement therapists who want to refine their understanding of how the human body truly moves. 
Understanding the Anatomy of Movement bridges anatomical knowledge with practical movement observation, helping you develop a clearer, more accurate lens for assessing and guiding movement in your clients.
Participants will explore the overall structural blueprint of the human body and how form supports function. You’ll learn to use precise anatomical and biomechanical terminology to describe movement with confidence and clarity, enhancing both professional communication and clinical reasoning. The workshop also examines how muscles and fascia work cooperatively during different types of actions, highlighting coordinated patterns rather than isolated parts.

This is the workshop that we all should have had at the start of our training journey. // Don’t miss out. // See the link in our bio to book.

Members! We are pleased to announce our next free Book Club: The Body by Bill Bryson -
Wednesday 28/01/26  8-9pm
 
Ever wondered what’s really going on inside your amazing body as you move, stretch, and breathe? Our next free Pilates Foundation Book Club is diving into Bill Bryson’s The Body: A Guide for Occupants — a fascinating (and funny!) journey through the human body, from head to toe.

Bryson unpacks the incredible systems that keep us alive — and reminds us just how miraculous it is to be in motion. It’s full of facts about how our bodies work (and sometimes don’t). Perfect reading for anyone who loves Pilates, movement, and a bit of science served with wit.

Come chat with us about it at our next Pilates Book Club — we’ll chat, laugh, and maybe learn a few new things about these amazing bodies we move in every day. // To sign up see the link in our bio.

Members, Trainees and Non-Members join Jillian Hessel on the 28/02/26, 16.30 - 18.00 for her online Vertical Pilates Workshop. 

Many First Generation Pilates Teachers incorporated the Wall into their teaching repertory for added support, alignment and balance. This Master Class with Jillian Hessel will provide a unique take on both Classical Pilates exercises using the Wall, as well as new innovations, using the Wall for both support and creative balance challenges. Whether you’re seeking a fun change of pace for your own daily Pilates workout, or looking to expand the teaching repertoire you offer your Clients, this session will challenge you and get you thinking “out of the box!”

Member £35 / Trainees £25 / Non-members £60

To sign up (and for more information) see the link in our bio.

Members, Join Anna Ronayne for an Online Class on Sunday, the 25th January 2026, 10.00am. A gentle somatic movement class exploring developmental movement patterns. Through sensing with ground, gravity and space, discover new pathways of support and fresh insights to enrich your Pilates practice // £6 // See the link our bio to book ⬆️

Members & Trainees, Join us for our annual end-of-year celebration with something for you! 🎉
Some of you got to experience Cat’s Hanna Somatics teachings at the book club back in July, and with a bit of a twist of her arm she has offered this up as a fuller experience for our festive gathering. 
You are a soma. Your soma is self-regulating, self-monitoring, self-assessing, self-correcting, self-renewing and ultimately self-healing. Join us for an hour on the 7th December at 9.30am for a treat….  See the link in our bio to register your place.

Join Mike Perry for his two Sunday online classes - Push Ups for Christmas

The Push Up is the final exercise in Return to Life and, as an expression of peak strength, mobility and stability, it makes a wonderful and natural conclusion to any class. However, we know that it’s an extremely challenging movement for many people.
The Push Up Masterclass will examine the common obstacles to performing the Push Up. As well as exploring the Push-Ups relationship to the preceding classical exercises, we will also address the common obstacles with a variety of drills and prep exercises that will be applicable to all levels and progressions. These will span those three components of strength, mobility and stability. You will be invited to think differently about this exercise, and you will learn tools and strategies to help you and your clients get closer to mastery.

Open to Members and Trainees, £18 for 3 hours over two Sundays.
Sunday 16th and Sunday 30th of November, 9.30am - 11am.
To register see the link our bio

📚✨ Pilates Foundation Book Club ✨📚
This Month’s Read: How We Walk by Matthew Beaumont
This bold, thought-provoking work invites us to consider how walking, movement, and posture are shaped by our history, social and political experiences.
As Pilates lovers, we’re always thinking about the body — alignment, awareness, and presence. Beaumont’s book challenges us to think about movement in a broader cultural and political context. What does it mean to walk with intention? How is the act of moving through the world never neutral?
Let’s bring our embodied practice to the page and explore how our physical selves are connected to the stories we carry.
🗓️Discussion Date: Wednesday 24th September 8-9pm
📍Location: Online
📖 Grab a copy, start reading, and prepare to move — mind and body. See our bio to view our website // sign up for FREE // to purchase the book.

Members! We have a new date for our postponed Book Club - Exploring Somatics by Thomas Hanna. Sunday 13/07/25 10-11am

Looking to deepen your understanding of body awareness and neuromuscular re-education? Somatics by Thomas Hanna dives into the world of Somatics. A transformative book that explores the connection between body movement and mental well-being. This ground-breaking book explores how chronic tension and movement patterns contribute to pain and stiffness—and, more importantly, how to reverse them.

The end of the session will be 15/20 minutes of Somatics movement lead by our very own Board Member Cat Proudfoot.

* Learn how your body’s habitual patterns impact your posture, mobility, and overall health.
* Integrate the principles of Somatics into your Pilates practice for improved alignment, flexibility, and muscle control.
* Engage with Like-Minded People: Share insights, experiences, and ideas with fellow Pilates enthusiasts in a supportive and enriching environment.
* Discuss key concepts from the book and how they apply to our movement practices.

Whether you’re new to Somatics or already a fan, this book club offers a deeper dive into how you can enhance your Pilates journey through conscious body awareness.
Join us for our next free book club and embark on a thoughtful exploration of Somatics.
Sign up today (see the link in our bio) and let’s start moving with intention!