D&B

We hobbled into your studio on a bad hip and a damaged knee. You cheerfully, steadily and scientifically put us back on our feet. Thank you so much.

SH

Hi Miranda
Just thought I'd drop you a line to let you know how much I appreciated taking your Pilates course at lunch hour. As a single working Mom I find it hard to carve out some "Me-Time" for exercise. This class provided me a great opportunity for:

  • Me-Time
  • Back-strengthening
  • Improved flexibility
  • Increase in my energy level
I have a weak back and sitting at a desk all day doesn't seem to improve it. As well I am prone to inflamed SI joints. So I am a regular visitor to the physiotherapist's office. As a result of your Pilates class I haven't seem my physiotherapist in a very long time.
The couple of classes I have missed during this session have made it really obvious to my body. When I don't take Pilates on a regular basis I feel my flexibility decrease and my back starts to bother me.
Miranda, you are an excellent teacher. I don't have to strain my neck to look and see what you are doing because you're instructions are very descriptive and make it easy for me to learn new exercises.
My only negative comment is that I'm not doing this 3 times a week.

AD

The weekly class really reduces the muscle strain I develop at the computer, especially so in my upper back and shoulders.
After class I feel relaxed, it's easier to breath and I know I am getting stronger without hurting my joints. It's great for shaking off the cobwebs.

DK (Information and publications) 54

Before taking Pilates I honestly did not know what it was all about although I had heard stories... turns out it was not as scary as I had heard.
Due to a neck injury I have to be selective in what type of exercise I participate in and much to my delight Pilates is perfect for me and perfect for anyone who sits/stands all day.
It is composed mostly of stretching and toning those flabby muscles. I feel taller whenever I leave class.

Christine (Chiropodist) 60

Pilates has totally altered my life! I love it. They gym was boring. Pilates is never boring. I often hurt myself in the gym, but after Pilates I just feel better - LOADS better.
I no longer have lower back pain and my posture is better, I no longer have to get up two or three times a night to visit the bathroom, so I feel better rested. I also feel that I am in control of my arthritic body now, not that it's controlling me.

James (Lawyer) 42

I've suffered from chronic lower back and neck pain for over a decade. I've tried most cures, seen endless doctors and had weekly treatment with physiotherapists. It was a physio who recommended Miranda to me and I am very glad I took their advice.
I've been doing individual weekly Pilates sessions with Miranda for about 3 months now and I'm really beginning to feel the benefits. After a few weeks I started to notice the positive effects and as my core strength has improved my lower back pain has significantly diminished.
In general I'm alot more flexible and limber - to the extent that although I still do daily exercises myself I have not needed any physio since I started the Pilates.
Miranda is an excellent teacher and I really look forward to my weekly sessions.

Anna (Policy Advisor)

Miranda’s Pilates classes are a really good de-stresser both mentally and physically. I feel myself slowly unfurling over the course of the class and leaving the day behind me. Even if I feel sluggish and think I might give it a miss I’m always glad I attended as I have much more energy afterwards.

Rachel (Administrator)

Classes are easy to follow and fun - have been coming for a year now and would really miss not doing it!

Barb (Communications Manager)

Since coming to Pilates my posture has improved ten fold and I think I have gained overall strength. It has also whittled down my waist and I feel much more toned and defined. I would, and have recommended it to all of my friends and family as a great way to invest in your body for the future. I will be lithe and mobile into my twilight years with Pilates!

On Pelvic Floor and Pilates Basics

Extremely informative and clear

Very helpful, now I understand how to do pelvic floor exercise in a way that I hadn’t when it was explained to me after having my baby 11 years ago. After just 4 classes I already notice an improvement. It is so encouraging and empowering to know that I can effect change.

This class has been a real revelation to me. After just a few sessions I already feel more confident. Information is clearly communicated and I am at ease in the class. Pelvic Floor exercise isn’t something ‘other’ anymore but part of me and part of my life.