“Personally for me, Pilates has in my opinion been the best thing I could have done for my lower back. I very rarely suffer with lower back pain, my core strength is very strong and my body shape has changed for the better.
I think Dawn is very inspirational, very professional, and I hope will continue to teach the way she does.”
Dawn has been my Pilates teacher since 2006.
In 2005 I was diagnosed with Degenerative Disc Disease, and informed that my back, posture and mobility were in poor condition. I decided to try Pilates and this has been so worthwhile.
Dawn has been a great support and is extremely knowledgeable. If a member of her class has any injuries Dawn ensures they only undertake exercises to suit their condition.
Personally for me, Pilates has in my opinion been the best thing I could have done for my lower back. I very rarely suffer with lower back pain, my core strength is very strong and my body shape has changed for the better.
I think Dawn is very inspirational, very professional and I hope will continue to teach the way she does.
“I love the progress I have made. When I first started Pilates there were things I just couldn’t do, and with perseverance, guidance and practice, my strength, movement and flexibility have improved and are continuing to improve no end. I would definitely recommend Pilates to anyone, I love it!”
In 2010 I injured my lower back. I had two prolapsed discs which were causing me excruciating pain. I had dreadful sciatica and was on a daily high dose of anti-inflammatory medication. My consultant offered me spinal surgery which I wasn’t keen on. He also recommended that I take up a regular form of exercise to strengthen my back.
I had heard about Pilates being really good for this type of thing, so I contacted Dawn and booked a place on her course. 12 years on, I am thoroughly enjoying the classes. Dawn is an excellent teacher who makes the class fun, in a really friendly and relaxed atmosphere.
Dawn always makes adjustments where needed, and makes sure everyone’s individual needs are well catered for. Most importantly I have managed to avoid having back surgery and I am off the strong medication.
I love the progress I have made. When I first started there were things I just couldn’t do, and with perseverance, guidance and practice, my strength, movement and flexibility have improved.
Helen Jones
‘I have been attending Dawn’s pilates classes for several years now and can honestly say I have loved each and every one. Unfortunately as time has moved on I have developed a few age related and muscular issues, but Dawn is absolutely fantastic at tailoring her exercises for everybody by introducing modified or more challenging movements which anyone, whether total beginner or more advanced, can benefit from. I have always felt completely safe and in good hands. Doing pilates with Dawn and the other lovely ladies is not just exercise …….it’s fun, and you come out of class feeling much better than when you went in’
“Dawn knows every class member’s ability and any underlying injuries and adapts exercises to individual needs.”
“Dawn is a very knowledgeable and reassuring instructor, knowing when extra encouragement is needed to push you to the next level.”
Having injured my knee in the gym I felt I had reached the age when a ‘gentler’ form of exercise was needed. I saw an advert for Dawn’s classes (many years ago now), and right from the start was made to feel part of the Pilates family. I soon realised that Pilates was not as gentle as I had imagined, yet the benefits were quickly noticed.
Dawn is a very knowledgeable and reassuring instructor, knowing when extra encouragement is needed to push you to the next level. She knows every class member’s ability and any underlying injuries and adapts exercises to individual needs.
Even in the depths of winter when it is so much easier to curl up and hibernate, you feel you must go along to class, knowing that when you have worked out and had a laugh you will come away feeling in Dawn’s words “AM-A-ZING!!!”
Pauline Hill
