Bodywork-Pilates Ltd

22/03/2026

There are certain things you will always see in our classes 👍
And certain things you absolutely won’t 😲
We pride ourselves on delivering classes that are both effective and safe, with a real focus on how the body moves and functions - and how that carries into everyday life.
So you won’t ever see us teaching moves for ego… or simply because we learned them years ago.
Because we’ve changed.
We’ve got older.
We’ve learned more.
And we’ve evolved how we teach.

What we want for you is simple:
🔹 strength that truly supports you
🔹 mobility that lasts
🔹 balance that translates into real life
🔹 confidence in how your body moves

Because it’s not ‘for the ‘gram’. It’s not about doing more. It’s not about sweating, or making you ache.
It’s about doing what matters. And doing it really well.

22/03/2026

Today is World Water Day 💦

We often talk about movement, strength and mobility…
But something as simple as hydration underpins it all.
Water supports:
💧 Joint health
💧 Muscle function
💧 Energy levels
💧 Concentration
💧 And how our whole system regulates itself

Even mild dehydration can leave us feeling tired, stiff, and not quite ourselves.
Yet it’s one of the easiest things to overlook.
A few more glasses of water across the day can make a quiet, but noticeable physical
and mental difference.
Years ago, we opted to cease selling bottled water, instead providing filtered, energised water if needed. So, this is also a gentle reminder to think about how we hydrate.
💧 Choosing a reusable bottle.
💧 Refilling rather than replacing.
💧 Being a little more mindful of the resources we use.
Small changes, but they add up.
Simple things, done consistently.
Supporting both our own wellbeing
and the world around us 🌍

21/03/2026

The IFS (International Fitness Showcase) in Blackpool has been running since 2010, and this is one of the very rare years that I’m not there 😟
Although it covers every aspect of group fitness you can think of, over time it’s become, for me, something much more specific - an opportunity to learn from some of the very best in the Pilates industry.
Workshops, masterclasses, lectures…
Up-to-date research, new ideas, progressions, different ways of thinking.
I always came away with something that shifted my perspective and subtly changed the way I taught. Even after 40 years! 😬
A huge part of how I’ve evolved has come from learning from others.
Countless hours of study.
Listening. Reading. Applying.
I’m really just an amalgamation of lots of small moments where I’ve thought ‘that makes perfect sense’.
And I know those who’ve been with me for years would agree. How I teach now is nothing like how I taught all those years ago.
I’m incredibly grateful to those who share their knowledge so generously.
And I’m proud to see that what I share on SM goes on to inspire others, influencing how they teach, and the information they then pass on 😊

21/03/2026

It’s just a Pilates class.

Four walls, a floor and a roof.
Springs, mats, breath and movement.
Quiet focus.
Controlled precision.

It’s just a Pilates class.

Things are built here-
Stronger bodies.
More mobile bodies.
More confident bodies.

Things are lost here-
Tension.
Holding.
The things we didn’t realise we were carrying.

… but it’s just a Pilates class.

Connection is found here.
Community grows quietly.
We support each other in the harder moments.
We share in the lighter ones.

… but it’s just a Pilates class.

We learn to understand our bodies.
We find space in our minds.
We move with greater ease.
We begin to feel more at home in ourselves.

… but it’s just a Pilates class.

It’s the time we carve out for ourselves.
The pause in a busy week.
The place where we can soften, strengthen and reset.
It becomes part of how we live.

It’s not just a Pilates class.

(Inspired by something written in lockdown by Lauren McDowall)

20/03/2026

𝗖𝗮𝗻 𝗣𝗶𝗹𝗮𝘁𝗲𝘀 𝗵𝗲𝗹𝗽 𝘀𝘄𝗶𝗺𝗺𝗶𝗻𝗴? 🤷🏻‍♀️

As an avid swimmer, I can confidently say… yes. 🏊‍♀️
Many swimming injuries come from overuse or overtraining, with the shoulders, back, hips, knees and ankles often taking the strain.
This is where Pilates fits beautifully.
The combination of strength, mobility and control helps support the body through repetitive movement, reducing the risk of overload.
Pilates also develops the posterior chain, the muscles along the back of the body, which are essential for maintaining a strong, supported position in the water. Without this support, the lumbar spine can become compressed, particularly with less efficient technique.
And then there’s the breath 😮‍💨
Pilates encourages efficient, controlled breathing, which translates directly into smoother, more fluid swimming.
In simple terms…
Move better on land, and you’ll move better in the water.

20/03/2026

Spring Equinox;
Sunrise 6.15am
Sunset 6.25pm

It’s that lovely turning point where:
🌞 mornings feel lighter
🌞 evenings stretch just a little longer
A real sense of the season shifting

19/03/2026

19/03/2026

𝗔 𝗹𝗶𝘁𝘁𝗹𝗲 𝗽𝗮𝘂𝘀𝗲… 𝘄𝗶𝘁𝗵𝗼𝘂𝘁 𝗮 𝗹𝗼𝗻𝗴 𝗮𝘄𝗮𝘆 😌
Saturday 27 June, 10am – Sunday 28 June, 6pm, £300
caenantglamping, Mid Wales

Our 2-day, 1-night retreat is designed for those who know they need a reset…
but can’t quite justify two nights away.
And that’s often the sweet spot.
Long enough to properly step out of everyday life.
Short enough to feel manageable and doable.

Over two gently paced days, you’ll experience:
• Pilates to restore strength and ease
• Yoga to soften and lengthen
• Meditation and relaxation to quiet the mind
• A deeply calming sound bath
• A relaxed movie night
• Wild swimming (for the brave!)
• Hammock time… doing very little at all
• Hot tubs under open skies
• Delicious, nourishing food
All set in spectacular Mid Wales surroundings, with:
• Beautiful shared dome accommodation
• Or a camping option if you prefer your own space ⛺️

This isn’t about packing more in.
It’s about slowing everything down.
Creating space to breathe, move, rest and simply be for a while.

You’ll leave feeling:
• lighter in your body
• calmer in your mind
• more connected to yourself
• and quietly restored
Sometimes you don’t need a full week away.
Sometimes one night is enough to make a difference.
If you’ve been thinking about a retreat but haven’t quite taken the step…
This might be the one that fits 🥰

18/03/2026

Apologies
7.30pm Pilates mat class at Gresford is cancelled tonight.

All other classes running as normal

🤒

17/03/2026

Did you know, I’m half Irish (from my father), which probably explains a few things…
🍀 My love of a good story.
🍀 My ability to chat to anyone.
🍀 A slightly questionable sense of humour.
🍀 A Celtic pull that has found its heart home in Wales.
There’s a lovely Irish phrase — ‘anam cara’ — meaning soul friend.
The kind of connection that goes a little bit deeper. The people you can be yourself with, laugh with, and just be with.
And I think that’s something we’re all looking for, in one way or another.
A bit of connection.
A bit of warmth.
And maybe a good story along the way.

Happy St. Patrick’s Day ☘️