PILATES
with Krissie
Keep doing the things you love, with strength and vitality.
Move better, feel better
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What to expect
Do you want to move better and feel better?
Are you wondering how to keep your body strong, mobile and flexible?
Do you want to have your individual needs met with relevant movements that will help you in your everyday life?
If so, you've found the right place!
I offer a friendly, warm and welcoming, no judgement class where you can make connections (stay for a cuppa after class if you like!), whilst finding ease within your body, through functional movements. In my sessions you'll experience a full-body workout designed to improve your strength, mobility, flexibility, posture & balance. So you can continue to do all the things you love to do!
I firmly believe that whatever your age or fitness level you can find more ease in your everyday life by practicing the right movements.
It's never to late to make a fresh start.
Move better, feel better.
Client testimonial
Krissie Oldroyd- Pilates Instructor
All fitness levels and abilities are warmly welcomed here—zero pressure, so come exactly as you are!
I have 'Align & Thrive' classes and 'Ageless Strength' classes (coming soon). See the descriptions below.
Wear whatever feels comfortable; no Lycra required (but if you love a cute Pilates set, go for it!).
I’ll guide you through every move with care, ensuring your practice is safe, effective, and empowering. Whether you’re a total beginner or more experienced, every exercise includes layers and options to suit every mover.
Come as you are; wear whatever feels comfortable
Align & Thrive Class
standing, seated on floor (mat) & lying on mat
A mat Pilates workout, introducing the fundamentals of Pilates. We will focus on functional movements to help you find alignment, balance, strength, flexibility and ease in your everyday life. We will exercise in standing, seated and lying down on the Pilates mat.
Suitable for anyone (from beginners to Pilates pros) who is comfortable getting up and down from floor level. I will meet you wherever you are with your fitness. You will be encouraged to work at your own pace.
Courses run in termly blocks of 6-7 weeks. It's highly recommended to book for the full term of classes to gain the full benefits as we will build on our movement experience week to week. If there are spaces available you are welcome to book a drop in class.
Ageless Strength Class coming soon
mainly standing on the floor & seated on chair
Following the Pilates principles, we'll focus on functional movements needed to build & maintain strength for everyday movements, like getting in and out of a chair easily. We will exercise in standing position and seated on a chair. Later in the course optional matwork will be offered if and when ready. Variations for those needing to sit or stand will still always be available. I'll meet you where you are and you are encouraged to go at your own pace.
In our Ageless Strength classes, we aim to improve your performance of tasks such as:
getting out of a low chair with more ease
walking further and with better steadiness
improving balance to reduce risk of falling over
Getting up off the floor with more ease
Courses run in termly blocks of 6-7 weeks. It's highly recommended to book for the full term of classes to gain the full benefits as we will build on our movement experience week to week. If there are spaces available you are welcome to book a drop in class.
Pilates class: everybody welcome
What to bring to class
water bottle
comfortable clothes that you can move in
grippy socks if you are borrowing a mat (available to buy on the day if needed)
If you prefer to use your own mat please feel free to bring it along, otherwise you are welcome to use the mat provided
About me
After experiencing the profound physical and mental benefits of Pilates myself, I knew I had to share this practice with others.
As a 50+ instructor, I bring maturity, deep empathy and life experience to every session.
My mat classes are thoughtfully designed for every body and age to enjoy. I offer progressions and layers within exercises, so all movers from the absolute beginners to more experienced Pilates practitioners can have an effective movement experience.
I'm qualified to teach all ages of adults including those navigating the unique needs of midlife and beyond, having recently taken a continuing professional development course in Pilates for Older Adults.
My goal is to help you move with more ease, feeling strong and confident in your own skin.
I believe that being an instructor means being a lifelong learner. I am constantly researching the latest scientifically-backed exercise guidelines to ensure that every move we make on the mat is safe, effective, and modern.
Move better, feel better.
Qualifications & Professional Memberships:
Level 3 Diploma in Instructing Pilates Matwork
Active IQ, The Fitness Group, Ofqual regulated
Pilates for Older Adults Future Fit Training, CIMSPA
Pilates Instructor Associate CIMSPA (professional body for UK's sport and physical activity sector)
Trauma Informed Care Thrive LDN
Client review:
“before I started doing Pilates with Krissie, I’m not sure I knew what core strength meant and I’m certain I didn’t have much if any of it!
Through my sessions with Krissie I’ve not only learnt about what core strength is but perhaps more importantly I’ve been guided through ‘doable’ movement which has led to a significant change in my overall strength - not only in my core but my upper body strength too - all over really.
Krissie has an instructor’s eye and notices changes and celebrates the incremental improvements. It’s so motivating. If anyone is thinking about getting back to movement and like me struggles to motivate to do it alone, I highly recommend sessions with Krissie; she’s not only knowledgeable but also super friendly and welcoming- she meets you where your at and guides you through movement that works for you."
Kate, age 47
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