APD Pilates, Northamptonshire (2026)

26/02/2026

Reformer for Horse Riders 🐎 I’ve got you!

After years in the saddle you will be familiar with the toll it takes on your body. Tight hips. Achy lower back. Rounded shoulders. Short and tight hamstrings.

My 1-2-1 sessions are a great way to
✔️ counteract these impacts
✔️ reduce injury risks
✔️ improve stamina
✔️ strengthen you core
✔️ improve posture in and out of the saddle

In a rider specific session we focus on:

✨ Footwork - to combat bowing knees and help strengthen around the knee joint and lower body

✨ Upper body & thoracic strength - opening up the chest, strengthening and retraining that upper spine to counteract rounded shoulders

✨ Deep core work - Improve our posture by strengthening the core reducing lordosis alleviating pain in this region

✨ Lengthening what riding tightens - hamstrings, hip flexors those usual suspects

✨ Pelvic stability and symmetry - most riders favour one side. We work to balance and realign evenly.

✨ Hips also don’t lie - Supple hips = better communication, better shock absorption and smoother riding!

Ready to saddle up? DM Rider to get started!

25/02/2026

Back after half term and ready to roll out the mat & hop back onto the reformer at 💫

My 1-2-1 Reformer studio at The Lambfold Rectory has availability:
✨ Monday & Tuesday evenings
✨ Early bird slots
✨ Afternoon sessions

Personal training with hands-on correction, tailored exercises designed specifically for you and your body. Whether you’re building strength, improving posture, rehabbing an injury or just wanting to feel stronger and more confident, sessions are completely personalised to your unique body and goals.

💙 NHS staff discount available.

🌷 Mother’s Day is fast approaching why not treat Mum to a 5 class pass? The gift of movement, strength and time for herself!

Where can you catch my mat classes?
📍 Blakesley Village Hall
🕛 Wednesday 12 noon
🕢 Thursday evening 7.30pm
PAYG | Mixed ability | Sessions tailored to all

DM for more details and to book your space ✉️
Let’s get moving again!

09/02/2026

Forget about a ChatGPT caricature here is a little bit about the real me beyond the instructor …

Hi, I’m Lexi aka APD Pilates. Pilates isn’t just my job—it’s my ❤️ love job

I’ve been teaching mat, reformer, and barre for 9 years, and I am specialised in common orthopaedics and pre- and postnatal exercise. I also do digital marketing for a number of SMEs 🤷‍♀️

My movement journey started early, ballet from the age of three, which shaped how I see strength, control, and alignment today as led to a few injuries that I have had to work on myself. I also recently got diagnosed with ankylosing spondylitis!

I’m a mum of two, and I lived in Sicily for 10 years so movement, culture, and passion are part of who I am. When I’m not in the studio, you’ll find me following motorsports, taking long walks with my pooch and dancing in the kitchen whilst cooking food for the people I love.

🥰 What I care about most?
 Helping people move more freely, feel stronger, and feel more confident in their bodies again.

Every class I teach is tailored to you, grounded in the true principles of Pilates because no two bodies are the same.
I teach Pilates with purpose as it isn’t about trends it’s about moving better for life.

11/01/2026

New Year New opportunities to be stronger and healthier! Sound like the the same old resolutions right? This year to me they feel all the more intentional. Keep reading 👇

2025 - the year of the 🐍 - one of the most challenging years in my life. From injury, to family illness to loss - a year that tested me from beginning to the very end.

Because of that stepping into 2026 feels especially meaningful. I’m ready to start afresh to move forward with intention, positivity and make real change. I’d LOVE to do this with you!

This year also feels like the right time to give something back. Having relied heavily on the over the past year, I’m incredibly grateful for the care and support received. As a small way of saying thank you, I’ll be offering discounted rates to staff members this year.

What’s New at APD Pilates? 🌱
I’m relaunching my 1-2-1 Reformer sessions in my home studio in Blakesley. Ideal for pre and postnatal clients, beginners who want strong foundations or experienced movers looking to deepen their practice with expert targeted guidance. Maybe you just need that extra nudge and someone in your corner! I’ve got you 💪 ✨

Group Classes are back 🧘‍♀️
Our much loved PAYG Mat Pilates sessions are starting again this week in Blakesley village hall Weds 12pm | Thursday 7.30pm Welcoming, inclusive and suitable for all levels

Barre lovers - your patience is appreciated. Working on an injury through Pilates

NHS discount 💙 if you work or have previously worked in the NHS please get in touch for discounted rates for Reformer Sessions

If you like me and ready to invest in yourself this year, gently consistently and with support and plenty of hands on correction 😉 I’d love to welcome you to a class

DM for more information or to book

Here’s to moving forward - stronger together! 💛

10/01/2026

New year! New opportunities to improve your overall strength fitness and wellbeing as you mean to go on! It might sound like the usual resolutions, but this year they feel more intentional

2025 - the year of the snake - was one of the most challenging years of my life in decades. From injury, to family illness, to loss, it was a year that tested me from beginning to the very end.

And because of that, stepping into 2026 feels especially meaningful. I’m ready to start afresh, to move forward with intention, positivity, and care. I’d love to do that with you! 🤍

This year also feels like the right time to give something back. Having relied heavily on the NHS over the past year, I’m incredibly grateful for the care and support we received. As a small way of saying thank you, I’ll be offering discounted rates this year.

🌿 What’s new at APD Pilates 🌿

I’m relaunching my 1–2–1 Reformer Pilates sessions at my home studio in Blakesley. These personalised sessions offer:
• Plenty of hands-on correction
• Exercises tailored specifically to your body and needs
• A supportive, nurturing environment

They’re ideal for pre- and postnatal clients, beginners who want strong foundations, or experienced movers looking to deepen their practice with expert, targeted guidance. Or maybe you just need that extra nudge and someone in your corner. Don't worry I’ve got you 💪✨ DM for time slots and more info!

🧘‍♀️ Group classes are back too!
Our much-loved mixed ability mat classes restart this coming week at Blakesley Village Hall, welcoming, inclusive, and suitable for all levels

Barre lovers - your patience is still appreciated. I am working on it!

💙 NHS Discount
If you are currently working for the NHS or have done so in the past, please get in touch for details of the discounted rates available for Reformer Sessions. It would be a genuine pleasure to give something back.

If you’re ready to invest in yourself this year, gently, consistently, and with support, I’d love to welcome you to class.

💬 Message me to book, ask about discounts, prices, or chat about what might suit you best. Here’s to moving forward stronger, together 💛

08/09/2025

Back to school and ready to get back to routine! SAME!!! Our friendly mixed ability term-time Pilates and Barre classes are back in Blakesley Village hall this week.

Who am I? My name is Alexis (Lexi) I have been teaching Pilates for over 7 years honing my skills with specialisms in common orthopaedics and pre and postnatal exercise. Having danced for many years, I leaped at the opportunity to add Barre to my teaching repertoire. I also teach Reformer Pilates 1-2-1

My mat Pilates sessions are tailored to suit all levels of experience and factor in varying degrees of mobility.

Our Barre classes are HAARRRD but that is why we grow to love them. No previous ballet experience or tutus required!

Classes cost £10 each. Thursdays double up - do two sessions back to back and buy one get one half price!

Please DM for more info or to block your space on the mat

07/05/2025

UPDATE…. Interested in reformer classes but not sure about large group environments? I am pleased to share that I am now able to facilitate 1-2-1 classes in my home studio in Blakesley.

With over 8 years of teaching experience, I am specialised in common orthopaedics, pre and postnatal exercise, classes can be tailored to your personal needs and goals. Please get in touch for more info.

21/01/2025

N E W S E S S I O N A L E R T - our popular mixed ability mid week Pilates mat class has changed location 🥁 🥁 🥁

You can NOW join us at Blakesley Village Hall for a midday session on Wednesdays during term-time. Tailored to all levels beginners through to advance it is the perfect midweek antidote.

Ready to improve your posture, strength and tone from the inside out? DM to secure your place on a mat! Sessions are £10 PAYG

Alternatively, you can still join us in the hall on Thursday evenings - Barre at 6.45pm or Mat Pilates at 7.30pm

06/01/2025

2025 here we come! Looking to move more freely, tone, strengthen up and generally feel better in your body this year? Why not join one of my local friendly pay as you classes!

About me: I’m Lexi. A Mat & Reformer Pilates and Barre instructor specialised in common orthopaedics and pre and post-natal exercise with several years of experience. Our Pilates classes are designed to suit all levels from novices through to more advanced and factor in modifications for all degrees of mobility and fitness.

Please contact me for more details and to reserve your space in a class.

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