Rae Wells Pilates

It’s a week since I arrived home from the most wonderful retreat in beautiful Tarifa with and

It was an amazing week with like-minded teachers, some of which I’ve known for several years and others I’ve only just met. It always seems like we’ve known each other forever and I loved spending time with them all.

The whole week was jam packed with Pilates classes, workshops, swimming, walking, fun and laughter. Although we worked hard it felt like I had a week of resting and re-charging.

This week there have been two recurring questions from everyone:

Question 1: Did you have a good week?

Answer: Absolutely, I never doubted I wouldn’t. How can you not have a good week in beautiful Tarifa with and a group of fantastic Pilates teachers?

Question 2: Did you learn lots?

Answer: Where do I begin? I’m still busy trying to digest all that I’ve learnt through the week.

🌞We explored using neuroscience and Pilates, discovering what a great complement they are to each other. It was brilliant to work together through this. We also had practical homework to do throughout the week and to continue now we’re home.

🌞We looked at different approaches to help ourselves and our clients find better movement.

🌞We discussed the history of Pilates and took part in classes ‘in the flavour’ of different elders. This is one of my favourite things to do.

In summary, the whole week filled me with more knowledge, inspiration and love of Pilates to bring back to my classes.

This week is always special for me and I hope there will be many more to come. Thank you to Jo for organising the week and offering such a diverse week of Pilates and fun. Thank you to everyone else for being such great company. I can’t wait to do it all over again 🌞

Brand new week - brand new class.

This afternoon I’ll be rolling out the mats for a group of beginners.

I always enjoy introducing people to Pilates. They come with their own reason to start Pilates and I love helping them to discover how to build their strength, flexibility and confidence in the Pilates way.

Sometimes starting something new can feel daunting but I think there are a few keys to success with Pilates and I’m going to start with these:

☀️Relax and enjoy the session.

👂Try to listen and tune in to the cues but don’t worry if you don’t understand right away. It will soon become second nature.

🌟Try to feel the movement in your body and forget about anyone else around you.

What piece of advice would you have for a beginner?

This weekend I’m heading to the Winter Convention. I love spending the day with Jo and all my Pilates friends, sharing our love of movement and Pilates.

As always I’m sure there are going to be sessions to energise and challenge us, sessions that will stimulate and enrich our creativity and workshops to update our knowledge and skills.

What a fabulous start to the New Year.

Thank you to my lovely community for a wonderful year in the studio, for trusting me to help you with your movement and allowing me to guide you with your Pilates practice. Your consistency, your energy and your willingness to learn have been overwhelming.  

Wishing you all a peaceful and healthy Christmas and a happy New Year.

Rae x

Are you curious about Pilates and wanting to start a new class in 2026?

I have a new class beginning on Monday 12th January at 4.15pm.

Whether you’re new to Pilates, returning after a break, recovering from illness or injury, or simply want to improve your health and fitness then this class is for you. The focus will be on the fundamentals of Pilates and setting a strong foundation on which to build your Pilates practice.

Pilates is a wonderful way to start exploring movement and I’ll be there to guide you all the way.

If you’d like more information please send me a private message or give me a call.

Are you looking for a thoughtful gift for someone who deserves a little time to move, strengthen and reset?

It’s easy to give the gift of movement with a
Rae Wells Pilates voucher. They’re available for classes or private sessions.

This year you also have the option of presenting your voucher in this gorgeous bauble.

Please send me a direct message if you’d like to make a purchase.

Are you looking for a thoughtful gift for someone who deserves a little time to move, strengthen and reset?

It’s easy to give the gift of movement with a Rae Wells Pilates voucher. They’re available for classes or private sessions.

This year you also have the option of presenting your voucher in this gorgeous bauble.

Please send a direct message if you’d like to make a purchase.

Let’s spread the Pilates magic with a Christmas GIVEAWAY. Your chance to win a four week class pass for January.

Closing date is 20th December at 6pm and a winner will be randomly drawn and announced on 21st December.

Good luck