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09/03/2026

Hi 👋🏼
I’m Mel.

I’m your friendly Pilates & Yoga teacher… or I COULD be! I’m also a Breathwork Facilitator, too.

Here are some interesting facts about me...

I’ve recently discovered leggings feel dated on me - if you still love them, you do you, Boo!
But I am now obsessed with parachute pants😆🪂

I love colour & I used to be an interior designer when I lived & worked in London 🎨🖌️

I love riding horses, usually crazy, wild, children’s ponies suit me best, as I’m only 5’2.

I’m always cold, so I cannot wait for summer! I’m definitely solar powered ☀️

I’m a solo parent to a 15 year old. He was born at home, in a birthing pool & I used hypnobirthing to prepare for his arrival & bring him into this world.

I like to do things a little bit different to the norm & I have a sauna room in my house 🧖

I love a charity shop & clothes. Some of my best outfits are charity shop discoveries!

I was born in Leeds & gravitate back there regularly to hang out with my friends & drink (decaf!) coffee. I bloody LOVE Leeds.

I haven’t drunk alcohol in 18 years. People think it’s weird but I love being a non-drinker.

I was born in 1977 - that makes me 48 (and a half!) years old.

So that’s me… Pilates teacher, pony rider & parachute pant enthusiast🧘🏼‍♂️🐴🪂

If we haven’t met yet… maybe we will one day soon.

Come say hi 👋🏼

08/03/2026

Right now, the world needs women more than ever.

I’m lucky enough to work with them every single day!

95% of my clients are women.
Strong.
Brave.
Determined.
Resilient.
Compassionate.
Powerful in ways they don’t always see themselves.

They show up.
They hold families together.
They build businesses.
They carry responsibility quietly.
They keep going when things feel heavy.

And still, they carve out space to move, to breathe, to reconnect with themselves.

Pilates.
Yoga.
Breathwork.

Not just for strength in the body,
but for strength in the mind.
In the nervous system.

To every woman in this community…
YOU inspire me, daily.

Today, we celebrate you 🎉
And every day, we continue to support you.

Right now, the world needs women more than ever 🤍

Happy International Women’s Day, 8th March 2026 🌿

06/03/2026

You’re missing out if your Pilates class doesn’t contain standing exercises…

Why? You’re missing out on the opportunity to work on your pelvic floor!

The pelvic floor can weaken or deteriorate at several key stages in a woman’s life, usually when the tissues are under increased load, hormonal changes occur, or muscle support declines. Pregnancy, childbirth, peri-menopause & menopause & aging can all contribute to a less than effective pelvic floor.

However, pelvic floor function can still improve at any age with appropriate exercise and whole-body movement training.

During my Pilates classes, we usually spend at least half the class practicing standing work.

Strong feet, calves & legs play a bigger role in pelvic floor health than many people realise.

In Pilates (and life!) we often work from the ground up. When the feet are active & aligned, the arches lift & the muscles of the lower leg engage. This creates supportive tension through the body’s fascial lines & can even stimulate a reflexive response in the pelvic floor.

Exercises like heel raises, controlled weight shifts, squats & single-leg work strengthen the calves, hips & glutes. These muscles help stabilise the pelvis & support the pelvic floor during everyday movements like walking, climbing stairs & lifting.

Standing Pilates exercises also train balance & coordination, which encourages the pelvic floor to respond automatically to changes in load & movement.

The goal isn’t just isolated pelvic floor contractions… it’s helping the pelvic floor work as part of a whole-body system.

We don’t require stability when we are laying down, we need balance, coordination and stability when upright, moving, walking, running, transiting up & down stairs & steps. So we train in upright positions to ensure we are stable when standing in real life.

Strong foundation.
Responsive core.
Better support from the ground up.

Does your pelvic floor need some work?
Come chat to me about joining Pilates to improve pelvic floor health, along with a whole host of other benefits.

02/03/2026

It’s not just Pilates.

It’s connection.
It’s courage.
It’s community.

It’s showing up — for yourself and for each other.

It’s shared strength.
Shared understanding.
Shared breath.

It’s belonging.

And that changes everything.

Join our Pilates community.
Drop me a message 💌

24/02/2026

Need help getting back to exercise?

Lacking in confidence due to injury, condition or issues?

Tried other classes or other forms of movement & it wasn’t for you?

Then read on!

I help people of all ages, from all walks of life get back to moving & being their best selves in a calm, supportive & friendly environment.

I offer different levels, modifications & alternatives where needed so you’re always working at a level that suits you.

Improve mobility, strength, stability, coordination & manage pain.

Pilates is for EVERY BODY! 🤵🏼

Drop me a message to work with me 💌

help getting back to exercise?

Lacking in confidence due to injury, condition or issues?

Tried other classes or other forms of movement & it wasn’t for you?

Then read on!

I help people of all ages, from all walks of life get back to moving & being their best selves in a calm, supportive & friendly environment.

I offer different levels, modifications & alternatives where needed so you’re always working at a level that suits you.

Improve mobility, strength, stability, coordination & manage pain.

Pilates is for EVERY BODY! 🤵🏼

Drop me a message to work with me 💌

23/02/2026

For almost 17 years, I’ve had the privilege of guiding people to feel stronger, more mobile & more at home in their own bodies. I truly believe movement should feel supportive, not punishing & breath should feel empowering, not complicated.

My classes combine strength, softness
& nervous system support - because true wellbeing isn’t just about muscles, it’s about balance.

If you’re looking for a space where you can move intelligently, breathe deeply & feel genuinely supported, you’ve found it.

I’m so glad you’re here.

Want to join me & others in a class?

I honestly believe my classes are unlike any others you’ve tried before.

I have face to face classes in the community, plus my online class, weekly, that just fits into your busy life whenever works for you.

Drop me a message to join us 📩

21/02/2026

The conversation usually goes like this:

“I really didn’t want to come out this evening, but I’m SO glad I did. I feel so much better now!”

Mind/Body exercise is excellent for reducing stress, anxiety & depression while boosting mental clarity. These practices improve physical strength, flexibility, balance & heart health. They work by lowering cortisol levels, enhancing brain plasticity & promoting emotional regulation, creating a holistic sense of well-being.

Not to mention the benefits of moving as a collective in a group setting.

When you exercise with others, your brain releases more oxytocin than when you train solo.
This hormone lowers cortisol & makes you feel safer & calmer.

Anxiety often comes with a feeling of being alone in your experience.

Exercising with others interrupts that.
Shared effort tells your brain you’re part of something, not isolated.

Your brain tracks whether you belong.
When you move in sync with others, even strangers, it registers as social bonding.

That sense of belonging directly reduces anxiety.

The presence of others changes how your brain processes the effort.

Want to belong to one of our community classes?

Dm me to claim your spot 📩

18/02/2026

Undergoing surgery or having an injury doesn’t mean you can’t ever exercise again.

We take the advice of your consultant or health care provider and also take into consideration the way you feel in your body and we go from there.

I teach Pilates based on physiotherapy style exercises, which are used to rehabilitate and strengthen the body. 1-1 Reformer Pilates is also a tool I use with some clients to correct issues too.

Confidence is the one thing that leaves people feeling wary to return. Once you’ve made it into a session, confidence usually skyrockets and clients wonder why they didn’t do it sooner 🎉

If you’d like to get back to exercise following a set back, drop me a message to talk about how we can move forward in a way that’s right for you 📩

17/02/2026

Did you know a mind/body practice like Pilates or Yoga can help improve the quality of your sleep?

Breathwork practices are also a fantastic tool for calming the nervous system & helping you sleep.

Combine the two together?

Movement AND Breathwork?

That’s the MAGIC ✨✨✨

Drop me a message to discuss your needs & sign up to a class to help improve your sleep 📩

14/02/2026

You won’t see ‘before’ & ‘after’ photographs on my profile like you might on others 🤳🏼

I can’t take before & after photos to showcase my work because you can’t photograph a feeling, a sensation or a mood!

It’s impossible to capture effects of a long-term, regular practice of Pilates or Yoga & how it can make you feel, especially because everybody’s benefits will be different. Everybody’s aims & goals will differ too. It’s impossible to measure.

Some of the less obvious benefits of a regular mind body practice such as Yoga & Pilates are:

♥️ Improved sleep - The meditative effects of a mind/body practice help soothe the mind, making it easier to fall into a deep, restorative sleep.

♥️ Better mood - we work on BREATHING, which is essential for accessing the para-sympathetic nervous system & creating calm in the body, helping reduce stress, anxiety & depression

♥️Managing pain - specifically in conditions like arthritis.

♥️ Improve cognitive function - improving concentration & memory.

♥️ Improves balance & coordination - Regular practice enhances body awareness (proprioception) & stability, which is particularly useful for preventing falls, which become more common as we age.

Of course, Pilates has many physical benefits too, some of them are visible even, but how you feel in life is the MOST important thing!

What I create isn’t just something you see. It’s something you carry with you long after you leave. It lives in the way you breathe deeper, stand taller & feel more like yourself again. Some transformations don’t show up in photos… they show up in energy, in presence, in the quiet confidence that returns when everything finally aligns. That’s the kind of work no camera could ever truly capture ✨

Want to work with me? I have spaces for Yoga & Pilates in face to face classes, Virtual Pilates, 1-1 Reformer Pilates & 1-1 Breathwork too.

Drop me a message to chat or get started 📩
All welcome ♥️

12/02/2026

Who I’ve taught recently as a Clinical Pilates teacher, Yoga teacher & Breathwork Facilitator ⤵️

💥People with joint issues
💥People with back pain
💥People with Parkinsons’s disease
💥People with neurological conditions
💥People who are underweight.
💥People with MS
💥People who have had surgery
💥People who are over 70
💥People who are under 20
💥Men
💥People with arthritis
💥People who have lost stability
💥People who are over 90
💥People with Ehlers Danlos Syndrome
💥Amputees
💥Peoples with joint replacement
💥Women
💥People with Ménière’s disease
💥People who have had falls
💥People who don’t have any speech
💥People with Osteoporosis
💥People who have lost muscle strength
💥People who struggle to get down on the floor
💥Children
💥People who have recovered from cancer
💥Neurodiverse people
💥Visually impaired & blind people
💥Peri-Menopausal & Menopausal women

I’ve taught them Yoga, Pilates, Breathwork, online, in-person, on the reformer, in groups & 1-1.

My favourite thing is FINDING A WAY. When things aren’t straight forward, there are ways & means of getting there.

So you see, there really is something for everyone here.
I teach people of all ages, genders, abilities & in different states of health.

Not One Type of Client. Every Type of Human.

Specialist, safe movement for complex bodies.

I don’t teach perfect bodies. I teach EVERY BODY.

If you’ve ever felt like movement isn’t made for you, I want you to know that it is.

There is always a way & I will help you find it.

Drop me a DM 📩📲💗

11/02/2026

Can’t commit to a class at the same time every week?

But want to join us for Pilates?

My online Pilates class has been running for almost 6 years now & is suitable for EVERYONE!

Everyone can make progress & see benefits from a Pilates practice.
Pilates makes you better at… LIFE!

Better movement.
Better mobility.
Happier in your body.
Improved balance.
Less aches & pains
Improves joint health

Everyone needs it.
Everyone can find 60 short minutes a week to move their body in an intentional way.

Booking is easy.
Accessng your class is easy too.
Just a click on a link & you’re in!

The link for more information on my virtual sessions is in the bio above.

Address

West Yorkshire Pilates & Yoga Normanton Methodist Church
Normanton
WF61AG

Telephone

+447795165047

Website

http://www.westyorkshirepilates.co.uk/

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F e a t u r i n g: P I L A T E S A relaxing and gentle method of exercise that works to condition the body and mind from the inside out. Increasing core strength and balance. Protecting joints. Creating a stronger mind/body connection. Correcting muscle imbalances. General Matwork, Pregnancy Pilates and Post Natal are all specialities.

Y O G A F O R A U T I S M & S E N S O R Y Y O G A Improving fine motor skills, reducing anxiety, increases muscle tone and balance, assisting all systemic functioning, helping concentration and focus, balancing the nervous system, organising the vestibular system... Suitable for all children.

Y O G A Improving strength and balance. Creating focus and bodily awareness. Finding calm. A mental, physical and spiritual practice.

Y O G A F O R C H I L D R E N Providing children with the opportunity to connect with their mind and body in a fun and safe way.