I just want to say that I love the class, not only for the great pilates but for the laughter and kindness. No matter how I feel when I start, I always feel better when I leave.

I have been on my Pilates journey with Ellie for over 10 years now, Pilates really helps to support my running by improving and building my core strength and my overall flexibility which has helped me achieve some fantastic personal goals with my running. Pilates also helped me to get “back on my feet” after breaking my leg several years ago ( nothing to do with running!)

Ellie’s classes are my weekly haven for me, time to focus on myself, shut out the rest of the world, relax and have a bit of a giggle too.  Thank you Ellie

18 months ago I was unable to walk more than a few yards before seizing up with back and leg pain. I had a swift referral for spinal decompression surgery and after rehab I was able to attend pilates classes run by Ellie. Since then I have achieved such strength and flexibilty and have a strong pain free spine. The classes have also strengthened my pelvic floor muscles. Many thanks indeed for your encouragement and teaching.

Ellie is one of the best teachers of exercise I have ever known. She gives clear, easy to follow instructions, offers adaptations for anyone who needs a slightly easier – or harder – version of the exercises and keeps an eagle eye to make sure you are doing it right (!)

And – best of all – has a wicked sense of humour!

You made me feel so comfortable as soon as I arrived and the class its self was exactly what I have been looking for! There was no pressure and so enjoyable as well as rewarding!

I’m feeling it in certain places today so I must of been doing something right! Thank you again for being so great!

I came to Ellie’s class a complete novice 8 years ago, in my 40 years of breathing, I had never been able to touch my toes.

Well. I’m now 48 1/2, a deputy black belt in mixed martial arts and my flexibility is my super power. Pilates has become a baseline for me, as you can always work to your ability, work around injuries, illnesses and physical changes. Pilates helps me understand what I can do, and what my body needs on any given day.

Thanks to Ellie, I can still touch my toes, my MMA kicks extend over 6 feet high, and I always have a baseline fitness, flexibility and general wellbeing on which I can build my other fitness practices.

Could not recommend Ellie’s special Pilates/stretch combo more!

Update from lastnight.  Woke up this morning feeling amazing. Same as I have said before.  All my bones and frame feel great, no aching back or stiff joints.  After just one session.  Thank you so much for all you do for us.

I have really noticed such a dramatic change in my physicality since I’ve been.

I will continue to tell everyone that there is no better anti-aging product for your physical health than Simply stretch.

Wanted to drop you a line to say how much I am enjoying your classes, good fun and very well organised. So refreshing to have a whole body workout without days of pain afterwards! More importantly, it’s working  as I feel so much better. Also, I get to spend an extra hour with the missus.

Come and try pilates, or as I like to call it pirate leg waggling, it’s a fabulously energising way to spend an hour! Oh and it’s great for your back and general well being. Ellie is an amazing teacher. You do  you, classes are challenging,  but always at a level that you can manage, you tailor the routine to ypur capabilities and there’s absolutely no judgement, you wont regret giving it a go.

Thank you Ellie for being there for me and all your support. I will not be there, wherever I’m now, without you.

I feel different and it’s amazing to see what my body can do. Some things I couldn’t do for 15+years! Still long way to go and have to sort my thoracic back in the meantime (and lose some weight) but I think will get there on the end

Just wanted to thank you for another great block of classes. I think Pilates has been one of the best things I’ve done for myself in the last couple of months for my well-being. Can really feel my strength coming back and starting to feel like myself again.

So thanks for your brilliant instruction and lovely classes! Looking forward to the next block

I run, practice MMA, child wrestling and of course Pilates! I think I’m strong and I’m usually pushing myself puffing and sweating through to the bitter sweet end of every exercise.

That said, last week I struggled. I kept losing the details: my tummy would dome, my lower back kept lifting, I struggled to do decent plank raises. I had to keep reeling it back in, resetting and  in some cases take extended rests.

But that’s ok! You always remind me to do what’s best for yourself on that day. I really feel form is more important than obvious progress and dropping it back for a day might be necessary.

This week I’m back, to the burning end of every exercise, maxing out all the extras, progressing and strong!

Thanks for reminding me that i don’t have to work at Olympic standard every day to do what’s best for my body.

I can’t believe what a difference 2 days a week simply pilates and stretch makes. 1 day is lovely and I feels good at the end of a session. 2 days though is totally different. You can really feel a change in your body.

I’ve gained better posture, strength and I can put a sick on without falling over!

Totally recommend 2 days if you have the time.

Thank you again for the fabulous classes and your support.

As much as it is a mission to leave the house on a dark, wet evenning, l’m moving more happily in my body and mind today. All thanks to last night’s session and the effect of more refreshing sleep.

I’ve been going to Ellie’s Pilate and stretch classes for 8 months now and I love them!!

I have noticed a number of improvements in myself and my fitness – including my core strength, toning up, losing weight and huge improvements to my mental health.

I was so anxious about attending my first class and thought I would be completely useless but all the classes are friendly, a good sized group and include all abilities. I felt very welcomed.

To be fair, I was pretty useless on my first few classes but 8 months in and I’m so impressed with how much my strength and fitness has improved.

I couldn’t be without my weekly classes now,  highly recommend Ellie! Great friendly and fun teacher!!

I’ve been going to Ellies Pilates and Stretch classes for over a year now, initially to help recovery from a badly broken leg. They have made such a significant improvement to my recovery as well as keeping my whole body suple. Ellie also has a great sense of humour which helps!

Attending Ellie’s Pilates classes over the past two years hugely helped to maintain my mobility throughout the duration of my pregnancy and has massively helped to increase my strength and flexibility postpartum. The classes also provide a sacred hour of calm and relaxation where you can escape the day to day; a highlight of my week!