About us

                        Hali
Hali first fell in love with the Pilates apparatus in 2011 following an acute injury. Adding regular Pilates practice to keep her body moving pain free, Hali finally realised she wanted to live and breath Pilates so after a lot of research, chose Polestar Comprehensive training and graduated in 2017. To complete the training, Hali committed to over 450 hours of in course training, self mastery, observation and apprentice teaching.
Hali is passionate about Pilates and wants to share her knowledge to help others discover the endless benefits.
Hali has helped people gain confidence and strength following a variety of issues, including knee replacement and hip replacement.
Favourite exercise: Too many to count but Mermaid on the Reformer is up there in the top 10 and Swan on the Ladder Barrel.

Flavia
Flavia started teaching in 2015. After her initial Matwork qualification and Equipment Diploma, she got hooked exploring all things Pilates related, from Biomechanics to the different ways Pilates can support specific body needs, from Pregnancy to EDS and hypermobility to stroke rehab.
What she loves most about Pilates is the integration and the precision of form, which is where the incredible transformative potential of the method lies, as many of her clients have personally experienced.  
Favourite exercise: everything with legs overhead and everything Arm.
Least favourite exercise: leg pull prone on the mat, Swan dive on the Reformer.

Melissa
Melissa became a Comprehensive Pilates Instructor with BASI UK in 2020, driven by her passion for functional movement. After a 19-year ballet career, she credits Pilates for keeping her injury-free. She now helps dancers, athletes, and everyday movers improve performance and reduce pain. Melissa has experience working with a wide range of conditions, including Parkinson’s, MS, osteoporosis, arthritis, spinal fusion, scoliosis, joint replacements, hypermobility, shoulder issues and pre/postnatal. She values the precision of Pilates and how small adjustments can have big impacts.
Favourite exercise: Breathing on the Cadillac.
Least favourite: Teaser on the Reformer.

Marcela
Originally from Argentina, Marcela discovered her passion for Pilates while studying Music Theatre. What began as a complement to her performance training soon became a lifelong love. Drawn to the balance of freedom and precision that Pilates offers, she appreciates how the practice challenges both body and mind. 

Marcela completed her Mat and Reformer Pilates Instructor certifications last year and is excited to share the method with others. Her approach emphasizes mindful movement, strength, and alignment, helping clients connect deeply with their own bodies.
Favourite exercise: Long Spine massage on the Reformer.

Taryn
Taryn discovered Pilates in 2003 when a studio opened close to her home in Brisbane, Australia. She immediately fell in love with mat Pilates, and the practice quickly became a non-negotiable part of her life, something that has continued for more than 20 years.
After moving to London and, more recently, with her children flying the nest, Taryn decided to take a step further and deepen her understanding of the method. She completed her teacher training with BASI UK and is currently working towards her Comprehensive qualification.
Taryn loves that there is always something new to learn and refine and will forever be a student on her Pilates journey.
Favourite exercise: Boomerang on the Mat and Mermaid on the Reformer.