Kate Ward Massage & Pilates

30/06/2025

And when the going gets hot, the conservatory is abandoned for the more comfortable and breezy environment of the patio for both massages and 1to1 (or at 1to2) Pilates.

02/06/2025

It’s a modest space but a lovely backdrop on days like this (or in any weather tbh) to chart the progress of my 1:1 Pilates clients. It’s always satisfying - and rewarding for their investment of time and money - to get into the nuances of what each client needs to take them to better body comfort and strength. Love my job! ❤️💪

23/02/2025

Here's the mat Pilates weekly timetable for drop-in classes with me, Kate Ward and a bunch of other lovely folks.

Starting again this half term from Tuesday 25th Feb they are suitable for beginner to intermediate level.

We build strength,flexibility and stability from the inside out with kindness to our bodies and our minds in these hectic times.

Message me to join us at any class!
07729 276817
katewardmassage@gmail.com

14/02/2025

Whilst making yourself feel better isn’t always this straightforward I love this handy list of such simple things that can shift the dial. They cost nothing, take very little time and you can combine more than one - I find that cold showers and singing are somehow inseparable!!!!
Also many of them can be even more impactful if you do them with someone - a friend, family member or colleague…though maybe not the cold shower one…😆

01/01/2025

Whatever your plans are for 2025, if they include reconnecting to your body and to movement then I invite you, as a beginner or returner to Pilates/exercise to rebuild the foundations of your strength and body confidence. A purposely gentle class it is suitable for those rebuilding after time out from exercise whether due to injury, illness or life changes (e.g. little ones).

Join me for this 10-week Pilates Programme reconnecting you to moving with balance and purpose in a relaxed, supportive environment downstairs in the Clubroom At The Chapel*.

DM or call me to book in or find out more: katewardmassage@gmail.com/ 07729 276817
You can also visit my website for more information about me too: www.katewardmassage.co.uk

* The first session will be held at Bruton Community Hall on Silver Street due to the impact of bakery refurbishment works taking place at the Chapel on the week of 6th Jan.

01/01/2025

NEW YEAR'S RESONATIONS
These days, it seems that making New Year’s resolutions is out of fashion, an out-moded tradition. This didn’t stop me asking my kids what their resolutions would be. My 11 year old daughter declared in her wisdom that no-one keeps their New Year’s resolutions and are a waste of time. My seven year old son apparently intends “to be more naughty, more mischief-making and to try less at maths” – (sorry Mrs Newbury)!

Making New Year’s resolutions does indeed feel like a recipe for forgotten or broken promises to ourselves (although fingers crossed for this with my son) and potentially another thing to beat ourselves up about. And yet…with the change in year-digit on the clock comes a tingling of possibility and a mark in the dirt to (re)start from.

Of course by the distinguished age of nearly 50 years old (yes, that’s coming up this Spring!), I know that challenging, deflating and hard times crop up without plan or expectation to derail our resolutions. But I also know that in those times the breaking of our resolve has much to teach us about our limits, our barriers to progress and contentment and truly what is important to us. I also know that I am so, so lucky to have the sustenance of a fortunate life.

So, rather than making promises, I am turning to another end-of-year rumination to look back over 2024 (and beyond). I am remembering times when I have felt strong, more energised and connected and aim/hope to do more of that in 2025. I started to list these out and was happy to recall that my blessings are many from evenings with friends and cuddles with my family, to teaching Pilates with a class full of delightful people that feel like friends and the lift that comes from helping massage clients just feel easier in their bodies. From these choice nuggets the mark in the dirt seems clearer, to start from where you already are each, single day not where you think you ‘should’ be and follow what resonates with who you are now.

19/12/2024

2024 - what a year that seemed to whizz by in a flash.
A huge thank you to all my very lovely Massage and Pilates clients - I am very fortunate to be doing a job I love.

2025 - there is so much to look forward to.
I am taking bookings now for January 2025 and am delighted to share the information attached to this post about Massage and Pilates options available with me. Please visit www.katewardmassage.co.uk to book or message/call me direct to find out more.

Wishing you a peaceful and Happy Festive Season.

Kate

22/09/2024

I am pleased to share details of my next Pilates Foundations programme for Beginners and Returners to Pilates.

The programme starts on Monday 30 Sept downstairs in the Clubroom At the Chapel.

I will also be there tomorrow morning (23rd Sept) 9-9.30am where I'd love to meet you and chat about how the programme can help you. Do just pop down!

Take care,
Kate

31/07/2024

Oh my goodness what about that Alex Yee?!!! A lesson to all of us that just when you think you have nothing left to give, just maybe, there is some gold still in there!
Incroyable! 🇬🇧🇬🇧🇬🇧

11/06/2024

09/06/2024

The Monday Mat is back tomorrow and dedicating the rest of June to introducing (or re-introducing) Pilates into your life.

This short series is ideal for those who want to dip their toes into Pilates for the first time or the first time in a while.

The pace will be low and slow whilst we cover the basics of core engagement, breath, control and more.

Prices are £10 or book all three sessions for £25. Do get in touch if you would like to book in.

Thanks and enjoy the sunshine!
Kate