06/03/2026
Client of the Month: Belinda Allen
Why you choose Rauform: Before I started coming to Rauform like a lot of people I had become consumed by family life and work. Not doing anything for myself had left me feeling pretty unhappy and resentful. I also didn’t like how unfit I had become. At the start of 2023 I vowed that I would finally make sure I did something for me each week. Pre covid I had done Mat based Pilates which I really enjoyed so initially I searched for somewhere I could do Mat Pilates again. But I couldn’t find anywhere that had a timetable that suited me or felt right. In all my google searching I came across Rauform. The location and timetable worked for me so I thought I’d give it a go. I have always felt intimidated by fitness equipment and had never tried reformer Pilates before so it was with a lot of apprehension and nerves that I walked into Rauform for my intro class. Sandy was so friendly and welcoming though she immediately put me at ease. She took time to explain things and never made me feel silly if I got things wrong or didn’t understand something the first time around. Three years since that first class and my weekly Rauform classes are now an integral part of my week. After much encouragement from Sandy I even branched out and now also do cardio and strength classes. Something I never thought I would ever do!
Motivation: My main motivation is to get stronger, stay strong and improve my functional fitness. Attending classes regularly at Rauform helps me do all the other things in life I want to and has definitely also helped me cope better with all the stressors of work and life.
Best thing about Rauform: Sandy and the welcoming, inclusive, judgement-free community she has created. Everyone can genuinely be themselves at Rauform. It is my happy place and I love the chats and laughs I always have whenever I come to class.
Least Favorite exercise: Sliders, but pretty much any core exercise. My heart sinks when Francesca says “Legs in tabletop, two hands into one...”
Favorite exercise: Boxing! Great way to let out all that frustration