Helping you find joy in movement…

…and loving
every second of it

Embodying strength:
Empowering you

 

We are two instructors, Louise and Laurie, who after having lived, loved and taught Pilates for some 30 years, are now incredibly privileged to have our own special space to teach others about the transformative effects of Pilates.

For us, Pilates is so much more than some exercises on a mat. It is about finding joy and strength in your movement, about enabling you to smile, to feel better, to live with less pain, and to uncover your own untold strength. Every day we see the incredible and positive transformation good Pilates practice brings about in people’s lives.

That’s why we took the decision to invest in becoming the only studio in our city to have all of the equipment and apparatus originally designed by the creator of Pilates, Joseph Pilates. And not only that, but we are also the only Studio in the city to offer Ballet Barre and Slings in Motion classes.

Finding joy. Finding you.
Whether you are a newcomer to Pilates, or an experienced practitioner, we will help you to find the best fit for your practice from our broad range of classes and private sessions.

We are passionate about making you feel better and stronger, no matter what your starting point is, or your reason for joining us. With over thirty years’ experience of Pilates, our instructors know that you are an individual. 

Your lived experience has created what we call your own movement fingerprint. That’s why we are passionate about prescribing a unique sequence of movements for you. Think of us as your own personal shopper for your future health!

Laurie Keegan Schneider
 

> Start your journey with Embodied today

Say goodbye to pain, stiffness, poor core strength and poor balance, and take steps to finding more strength, more joy, and more vigour. If you’re new to us pick an explore session but if you’re a regular you can book your class or private session.

 
 
 
 

Our Pilates Journeys…

 

Pilates
Anywhere

You can benefit from our classes or private /semi private sessions live in the comfort of your own home, garden or anywhere you like. All you need for these is an internet connection, a device (such as a tablet or laptop), a mat, pillow and chair.  

 
 

Our Pilates Studio Equipment

We are very excited to bring to the City for the first time, the full suite of equipment created by Joseph Pilates. Our BASI Systems apparatus comprising of the Cadillac, Reformer, Wunda Chair, Ladder Barrel, Spine Corrector, as well as smaller equipment, is sure to challenge and support you.

The apparatus is the cornerstone of the Embodied Pilates Studio system.  We utilise them to help you create balanced, strong, toned bodies. The springs can give assistance or resistance bringing you challenge or support depending on the exercise, your individual starting point and your individual needs.

 

  • Reformer

  • Ladder Barrel

  • Wunda Chair

  • Trapeze Table Cadillac

  • Spine Corrector

“Change happens through movement, and movement heals”

– Joseph Pilates

Some kind words…

  • “Taking up Pilates is the single best thing I have ever done for my health and well-being.  My Physio recommended Pilates with Louise to build up my fitness and core strength after sustaining a fracture.  I had always assumed it was just for younger people, but no, under Louise's patient direction I steadily built up my core strength and noticed the improvement within a very short time. I do a class once a week and practice exercises myself everyday and really feel (and some say look) 10 years younger.  The concentration involved in doing the exercises properly forces me into a state of mindfulness so the benefits are not just physical.  Life begins at 60 or whatever age if you adopt this life-changing discipline.”
    - Lesley, 65

  • “I have been doing Pilates regularly for 8 or 9 years and I do believe it keeps me supple and toned, able to move well and free from aches and pains in my joints - which are common enough at my age. I always feel better at the end of a class than I did at the beginning. For the past two years Louise has been my teacher (mostly online) and I can't recommend her highly enough. She explains each move very precisely, so you always know exactly what you should be doing. And if you have any difficulty she will analyse the problem and give you suitable cues to help you get there. She is always gentle and supportive in her approach but when you get to the end of the class you know that you have worked hard!”
    - Genevieve, 70

  • “I absolutely love my twice weekly pilates classes and have seen great benefits both on a mental and physical level. I feel toned and strong, plus no longer have back pain! I've never once regretted any pilates session, only the ones I didn't attend!! Louise is the most amazing and fun pilates teacher. The descriptive detail she provides for each pilates move ensures her clients get the best benefit with every movement. I would highly recommend Louise's pilates sessions.”
    - Mary, 50

  • “I have been taking regular Pilates classes with both Louise and Laurie for the past three years. I spent much of teens and early twenties unhappy in my own body. Going straight from school to college to an office job, I had regular lower back pain, stiffness and did not appreciate what my body could do. I started taking regular Pilates classes (both reformer, mat and online classes throughout the pandemic) with Louise and Laurie and the transformation has been second to none! Not only has my physical body improved, but also my mind-set and how I view movement.

    Louise and Laurie incorporate the perfect balance of strength and stretch meaning you always feel lighter leaving at the end of class. Not only that, but both Louise and Laurie are passionate about equipping their clients with the necessary knowledge and tools required to keep you feeling strong throughout the day.”
    - Ellen Sherry, 27