Meet the Expert Team Behind PilateStar
All our teachers are fully qualified, through accredited Pilates training programs. This means they understand the 8 fundamental pilates principles: Alignment, Breathing, Centring, Co-ordination, Concentration, Flow, Stamina & Relaxation.
They've also been chosen to teach for Pilatestar because of their warmth, approachability, their sense of care & duty to you, the client & their curiosity to keep learning more & sharing that knowledge. They endeavour to create varied lesson plans that will keep you coming back.
We deliberately make the classes welcoming & friendly, so you can feel part of something, as well as spend an hour looking after your body & mind.
Get to Know Our Pilates Instructors and Specialists
Sophie C
Owner & Teacher (based in Spain)
You can find my full story on the About Owner page. But basically I teach from absolute beginners through to advanced. My passion is to make you feel stronger, more mobile, more confident & to relieve those aches & pains which we get through general daily activities or sport. Classes will be varied, fun, & will challenge your personal fitness level.
Pippa
Teacher at Camber LTA & Dulwich Golf Club, SE21 - Tuesdays 9am & 10.30am, also at St Stephen's Church, SE21, Mondays 10am & Fridays 9.45am
Pippa's journey started with a mix of psychology & business, but she found true passion in Pilates & its amazing ability to change lives. After practicing for years, she became a certified Body Control Pilates teacher, ready to share her love for movement In her classes, you'll find a fun and energizing atmosphere focused on building strength, improving posture, & boosting your overall well-being. Pippa is all about creating a safe & supportive space where you can enjoy every moment of your Pilates journey!
Alexia
Teacher at Dulwich Golf Club, SE21 - Wednesdays 1.15pm
"I have been practicing pilates for 20 years and I feel very passionate about its strengthening and healing powers.
Pilates is also a great way to increase our understanding of the human body - on both a general and a personal level.
My classes strive to offer rounded work-outs, aiming to improve core and general strength, stamina and balance."
Sophie T
Teacher at St Stephen's Church, SE21 - Mondays 6.30 & 7.30pm, & Thursdays 9.30am
Sophie discovered Pilates as a powerful remedy for improving her physical & mental health. Sophie aims to share the benefits she has enjoyed from Pilates with all her clients, from relieving lower back pain & improving mobility to managing stress & anxiety. Sophie teaches well-rounded classes that encompass balance work, strength and stamina-building with mindful movement.
Imogen
Teacher at St Stephen's Church, SE21 - Wednesdays 5.45pm
Imogen first came to Pilates as a teen whilst training as a high level figure skater. For six years she worked as a professional contemporary figure skater. Pilates improved her body awareness, flexibility and played a significant role in keeping her strong and injury-free.
Expect classes with a calm, caring and concentrated atmosphere, with challenges mixed in. She aims to help you feel stronger and more mobile, whilst improving your general wellbeing.
Lois
Teacher at Dulwich Golf Club, SE21 - Saturdays 9.30am
Lois found pilates in the early 2000’s, finally finding a form of exercise she really enjoyed - She loves how pilates makes her feel stronger & walk taller and loves the positive impact it has on her body & mind. When the stars aligned favourably for a career change she took the plunge and trained to teach with Body Control Pilates.
Lois’ classes are fun & inclusive and she’ll help you enjoy all the elements of Pilates she does - you’ll leave having been challenged but feeling great about it.