My story with Pilates didn't begin in a studio — it began in pain. From the age of 25, I lived with constant, severe back pain. By 29, things took a frightening turn: I became temporarily paralysed and had to undergo emergency spinal fusion surgery. It was one of the scariest moments of my life. The months that followed were grueling – learning to walk again in a body brace, on crutches and extensive hydrotherapy.
During my recovery, I was introduced to Pilates by an exceptional NHS physiotherapist named Dan. This introduction marked a turning point in my life. Over the next six years, I immersed myself in Pilates, attending weekly classes and integrating its principles into my daily routine. This practice not only facilitated my physical recovery but also ignited a passion to share its transformative benefits with others. In 2007, I became a certified Pilates instructor and Power of PIlates was born.
Today, 18 years after qualifying as a Pilates instructor, I lead what has become Berkshire's longest-running and most trusted Pilates studio. Every day at the studio, clients of all ages discover that same power – improving posture, core strength, flexibility and confidence. Our expertise has eaned us local and national acclaim (we were even voted Berkshire's Best Pilates Studio in 2025!), but our greatest pride is seeing each person transform through Pilates.
Our mission is simple: to empower everyone who walks through our doors with the same confidence and strength that Pilates gave me.
"With a fused spine and years of pain behind me, Pilates felt impossible. But it gave me my strength back—and it can do the same for you"
For me, one of the greatest privileges of running Power of Pilates has been building an incredible team of instructors who share my passion for personalised care & excellence. Each of our instructors brings something special — some are experts in working with osteoporosis or arthritis, others guide women through pre- and post-natal Pilates, and many specialise in easing back pain, sports injuries and rehabilitation. Together, we focus on giving every person the truly individual attention they deserve, ensuring each client feels heard, supported & empowered on their Pilates journey.
We’re also honoured to be one of only 4 studios in the UK chosen as a BASI Pilates Host Studio — a real testament to our commitment to the highest standards of quality & care. You can see that dedication in everything we do — from our bright, welcoming studio & top-of-the-range equipment, to the way we live out BASI’s core values of quality, care & integrity. Hosting BASI instructor training courses here at our studio means we get to help train & inspire the next generation of Pilates professionals, and that’s something we’re incredibly proud of..
