Shapesmith & well Pilates - (Near , UK)

stellag1100 Our son started swimming lessons at Poolside Manor just over a year ago. He was 3 and a half and had only been in a swimming pool on holiday, splashing around the baby pool or holding us tight in the big pool. When he started I wasn’t sure he would get in to the swimming pool without a parent with him, but the staff were so lovely to him, giving him the confidence to just walk off and he went straight into the pool without us, while we watched from the parents area. His swimming teacher is Francesca and she is absolutely amazing, we can’t thank her enough. She has pushed him (within his ability) and he can actually swim and is doing far better than I ever imagined one year on. Francesca is encouraging and patient and explains everything to the children in a way that makes his lesson engaging and fun. At the end of each term they have a fun swim session with pool toys and floats which he absolutely loves. The whole team, especially Vicky are wonderful and so lovely to the children. We couldn’t be happier with our son’s progress and that’s mainly down to Francesca. Even the reception team are great, Sharon is wonderful and so accommodating when we had to change swim days. They are all so helpful and the clean changing rooms and spacious car park also help to make for a lovely swim session experience. Thank you Poolside Manor, it’s an amazing swim school and has enabled our son to accomplish an excellent life skill.

Deirdre Harding Zoe Bonnett is a brilliant, empathetic and encouraging Pilates teacher, who adapts all of her exercise sessions to an individuals needs, so clients with hip or knee replacements, back or shoulder issues can fully participate in her classes, without feeling discriminated against. As well as stimulates those who are very good or hypermobile to upscale their abilities. A truly personalised service. She explains each exercise, demonstrates it and monitors how individuals are doing. Her price is reasonable for the individual support she offers and I thoroughly recommend her Pilates classes. I have had to miss a few lessons recently but attendance has kept me pretty supple, despite a total hip replacement, a wrist that is plated and screwed and a history of lower back problems, as well as having increased my core strength, balance and stamina. I can cope with working as well as looking after a very energetic 3 year old grand child who expects me to participate in his soft play, swimming etc. Plus, I believe Zoes Pilates lessons help me to stay in shape so that I can, if I wish, wear my vintage clothes that are 50 years old.

ali jafarifar Great Pilates studio. Instructors are knowledgeable and the studio is always clean. Only been there few sessions so far and I clearly feel the change. Classes are always challenging and teachers help individual students to do the workouts correctly. They run very good offer and I can say prices are reasonable Highly recommended

Caroline Chopra I have attended Tina’s group fitness classes for the last four years and they have had a big impact on my fitness level and overall well being. As an office worker, I rely on these classes to relieve shoulder strain and build core strength. I’ve been to Tina’s strength (weights) classes, fitness Pilates and the Saturday morning mix tape class which is a full body workout to well known songs. The classes are inclusive and well structured, building up gradually which really reduces the risk of strains and injuries. They are fun and you don’t notice the time go by, which is really important if you want to build good habits and stick with an exercise plan. Tina often suggests a range of ways to exercise particular muscle groups to accommodate a range of fitness levels and abilities. These are excellent classes, don’t hesitate to give them a go!

Tatiana Karagioz Journey to Yourself: Gift of Self Love Gong & Sound Journey Yesterday, I experienced an incredible practice—Gift of Self Love Gong & Sound Journey, where the fusion of sound vibrations and meditation helped me dive deep within myself and fill up with the energy of love. It all began with soft, soothing music, setting the atmosphere and preparing the mind. Then, Tijen, with her incredibly warm and powerful energy, guided us through a meditation, speaking words of self-acceptance and unconditional love. Her voice wrapped us in a sense of calm, creating the feeling of complete harmony and reassurance that we were exactly where we needed to be. As the singing bowls began to play, everything around me seemed to come alive. The vibrations filled the space, resonating through every cell of my body, carrying my consciousness beyond the ordinary. I completely disconnected from my thoughts and simply allowed myself to feel. My sensations became more refined and profound—I noticed tension points in my body and observed how energy flowed freely, filling me with lightness and a sense of freedom. This experience was more than just meditation; it was a true journey within—a world of stillness, vibrations, and love. Tijen is a remarkable guide on this path. Her energy, voice, and gentle presence create an atmosphere of complete trust and harmony. If you wish to gift yourself a moment of deep relaxation, reset, and self-love, I highly recommend this practice. You won’t regret it!