Working as an Advanced Level 3 Pilates teacher, Level 3 Fitness Instructor and Nutritional advisor and chair based exercise leader (for older clients) in and around Cambridgeshire, I meet many people with varying levels of fitness and various exercise needs. I work with people of all ages (18-91!) and I understand how exercise can change lives, allowing the young to look and feel fit and healthy and enabling older people to maintain independence and quality of life.  

As Pilates is a progressive exercise method, ideally you need to practise regularly and persevere in order to see and feel the many benefits it can offer. I want people to be able to benefit from exercise without having to pay a fortune for it, so my classes are reasonably priced.

It is important that you are discerning when seeking a Pilates class. All teachers should be happy to provide appropriate evidence that they are trained, qualified and insured, so don't feel embarrassed to ask for this information when booking. Please see my Certificates section.

Your instructor should ask you about any past or present injuries and any postural concerns you may have, and then work with you, giving you individual attention in each class to help with these problems - not to make them worse! 

My class numbers are limited to ensure individual attention and I aim to provide safe, effective Pilates classes with clear, understandable instructions and a motivating, ‘down to earth’ approach.

'Jo's classes are fun and she makes the exercises easy to understand. She is able to pitch them at the right level for the abilities in the group.'

Jan Gooden

'Joanna is a fantastic Pilates teacher, she really personalises her teaching for you and recognises the areas you need help with. Pilates has really improved my overall muscle tone which has made me stronger in sports in general, especially running.'

Fran Smith

'Joanna has shown me that as a complete beginner you can exercise according to your ability and build up strength in core muscles to relieve a bad back and aching neck caused my sitting at a computer all day; I walk better now; people have commented on my improved posture.'

Josie Ciborowska

'Jo’s Pilates classes are brilliant. She is very competent and knowledgeable about the method. For each exercise, she explains its purposes, benefits and the different difficult levels that can be done allowing the participants to tailor the exercises according to their abilities.

Taking Pilates on Sunday mornings is a great start to a day that otherwise is a lazy day for me. It also brings diversity to the workout I do during the week.’

'Pilates gave me back a waistline. I am now in my 60s, but my muscles and deportment have improved and continue to improve with Pilates. It is great in that everyone can go at their own level; any small effort is a step forward.'