Meet The Team

Catherine first opened The Pilates Studio in 2018. Following initial apparatus training with MBodies, Catherine has since become a BASI qualified comprehensive instructor. Her commitment to ongoing training has recently seen her complete the BASI Legacy Programme.

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Training: 

BASI Pilates Global Comprehensive Programme

BASI Mentor from BASI Legacy Programme

BASI Master 1 from BASI Legacy Programme

BASI Master 2  from BASI Legacy Programme

BASI Honors from BASI Legacy Programme

BASI Matwork 

MBodies Equipment Teacher Training

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300 Hour Yoga Teacher Training 

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CPD:

BASI: The Power of Ageing with Rael Isacowitz

BASI: Pilates for Pathologies & Injuries with Sam Wood

BASI: Pilates for Triathletes workshop

BASI: Pilates for Parkinsons workshop

BASI: Pilates for Abundant Bodies workshop

APPI: Kids & Teens

APPI: Pilates & Osteoporosis

APPI: Pilates & Shoulder Rehabilitation

APPI: Pilates for Hypermobility

APPI: Stretch Therapy for Pilates

MBodies: DFUZZ 

Manchester Pilates: Pilates for Pregnancy

Victoria has been practising Pilates for over a decade and, in 2018, took the plunge to train as a teacher—encouraged by those who recognised how deeply the method resonated with her. She trained with BASI Pilates, widely regarded as the gold standard in comprehensive Pilates education. For Victoria, it’s never been just a qualification—it’s a commitment to understanding the body, movement, and the transformative power of Pilates.

She’s passionate about helping people move better, feel stronger, and reconnect with their bodies—especially when life throws curveballs like injury, chronic conditions, or hormonal shifts. Pilates isn’t just exercise for her; it’s an anchor.

Victoria’s approach is rooted in curiosity and humility. She believes in being forever a student, continuing to expand her knowledge with specialist training, including Injuries & Pathologies. Importantly, she still goes to class herself—because teaching is only half the story. Staying connected to her own practice keeps her grounded, inspired, and honest.

Her teaching style is down-to-earth, inclusive, and practical. Whether someone’s brand new to Pilates or returning after a break, Victoria meets clients where they are—with no jargon, no judgement, and plenty of encouragement.

 

 

 

Qualifications

BASI Comprehensive Certified

BASI Matwork Certified

Additional CPD

Pilates for Injuries and Pathologies Part 1 - BASI Sam Wood

Power of Ageing - BASI Rael Isacowitz

Pilates for Menopause - BASI Ashley Ritchie

The Feet - Our Base of Support - BASI Markella Kefallonitou

Pilates for the Mature Client - BASI Ashley Ritchie

Introduction to Scoliosis - BASI Rika Brixie

Optimising Shoulder Mechanics - BASI Theo Botha

Pilates for Osteoporosis - BASI Ashley Ritchie

Pilates for Children - BASI Tash Barnard

Find and Fix Movement Faults - BASI Theo Botha

Pilates for the Triathlete - BASI Ashley Ritchie

Pilates for Hypermobility - BASI Ashley Ritchie

Pilates for Men - BASI Inge Pretorious

Face and Neck - BASI Carme Farre

Pilates for Golfers - BASI Monique Martinengo

Leah is a comprehensively trained Pilates instructor with a background in dance and

yoga, offering inclusive, strength-based classes that focus on mobility, alignment,

and mindful movement. She holds a First Class Honours Degree in Dance and a

Master's in Dance Anthropology, alongside certifications in Mat and Reformer

Pilates, pre/postnatal care, scoliosis, and neurological conditions.

Her sessions draw from years of experience across dance, yoga, and fitness,

blending technical precision with creativity and care. Leah teaches group classes,

online sessions, and 1:1s, supporting students of all levels to move with strength and

confidence.

Qualifications Include:

Comprehensive Pilates Teacher Training – BASI (2024)

Pilates for Neurological Conditions – APPI (2025)

Pilates for Scoliosis – BASI (2025)

Pilates for Injuries & Pathologies – BASI (2023)

Pilates Through Pregnancy & Beyond – BASI (2021)

Reformer Pilates – BarreBody (2021)

Matwork Pilates – BASI (2020)

Dance Conditioning with Pilates – BASI (2022)

Therapeutic Yoga for Stress & Anxiety – 100hr (2020)

Yin Yoga & 200hr Yoga Teacher Training – Yoga Alliance Certified

Barre & Barreless Certifications – Bootybarre® & Bbarreless

BA (Hons) Dance – Edge Hill University (First)

MA Dance Anthropology – University of Roehampton (Distinction)