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I am passionate about the physical, emotional and mental benefits that regular movement brings. Come and move with me and see for yourself.

Wherever you are, whatever your history, adding Yoga, Pilates or both to your week will leave you feeling better. I have always loved to exercise from the simple joy of taking a walk and connecting with nature, but my particular passion lies in the power of connecting mind, body and breath which you will find in practicing Pilates and yoga. I am a level 3 qualified Mat Pilates instructor and Yoga Teacher and have also completed my 200 hour Yoga Teacher Training. I am registered with the Chartered Institute for the Management of Sport and Physical Activity and am a Registered Yoga Teacher with Yoga Alliance. I love to share the joy that movement, breath work and meditation can bring. I have been teaching locally for a number of years and hope to do so for many more!

01/12/2025

There are now just two weeks of my Monday evening Watermead Pilates and Yoga classes left this year. Whether you’re already booked in or thinking about joining us (or returning), you’re always very welcome. At the time of writing there is still space in all 4 classes.

Classes will then restart at the start of January. Details coming soon.

For any questions or if you would like to book please email me at barbarasyogaandpilates@gmail.com

24/11/2025

I don’t know about you but I’m definitely noticing I am much busier and my diary fuller as we move towards December. I know that this can make it very tempting to either drop your existing Pilates or Yoga practice or put off starting until the new year. It is easy to think it won’t matter but actually each time does.

Here are a few reasons why:

1) The benefits are cumulative. Every time you move your body you lay down and reinforce neural pathways that help improve not only physical but also mental well-being.

2) The more we do something the easier it becomes to do it the next time. It can then become an integral part of your week (or day!) and no longer an effort to fit in.

3) It gives us time and space for ourselves. A short investment of time where we focus on moving and how it feels in our body can really help get out of that constant stress cycle.

These are just a few of the many reasons to come along. I still have space in both Pilates at 6.30pm and Yoga at 7.45pm tonight and for the following two weeks (after which classes will take a short pause). All classes are held in the Watermead Village Hall.

To book, or for any questions please email me at barbarasyogaandpilates@gmail.com

Best wishes
Barbara

17/11/2025

Yesterday I briefly went out shopping (mad I know) and it felt like the entire world was there with me. It brought it home to me that we really are moving into “that” time of year where a little time to ourselves becomes even more precious.

Luckily I have the prefect antidote to all that hurry and stress with what I hope are two beautiful classes. I still have space in both classes (Pilates at 6.30pm, Yoga at 7.45pm) tonight so you’re not too late to book. To do this, or for more information, please email me at barbarasyogaandpilates@gmail.com.

I hope to hear from you! Classes for 2025 run to 8 December and all are bookable now.

10/11/2025

It’s a busy time of year so it’s easy to make excuses not to exercise. “I don’t have time”, “How will I get [xyz] done if I come along?” or whatever reason your mind hooks onto. Add to that this endless striving for perfection that society increasingly pushes us to feel “I’m not flexible/strong/young/experienced enough” (fill in your own) and it’s just easier to stay at home and collapse in front of the TV. But this is just a little trick our minds like to play on us. Mostly you do have time and you definitely do not have to be perfect. All you need to be is open and ready to experience the joy and release that comes from a little movement.

So why not come along tonight? I still have spaces in both my classes (Pilates @ 6.30pm, Yoga at 7.45 pm, both at Watermead Village Hall). I’m also now booking for the remaining classes of the year (every Monday to 8 December inclusive).

To book or for any questions please email me at barbarasyogaandpilates@gmail.com.

I hope to see you later
Barbara

03/11/2025

We all know that exercise is good for us, but if you need a little motivation to come and join me in class here are a few specific benefits.

Why Pilates? Those of you who do Pilates regularly know it benefits you. Some of its proven benefits are increased core strength, which helps you move and feel better, improved body awareness (known as proprioception), which means you are less likely to injure yourself, improved mobility and flexibility and better balance. All of this adds up to moving better and feeling better.

Why yoga? Like Pilates yoga will help you tune in with your body and improve mobility, flexibility, balance and strength. With its focus on connecting mind, body and breath yoga has an even greater impact on your mental and emotional health too and helps redress the impact of the stresses of modern life.

Whichever you choose you will walk away feeling better (although I can’t promise you won’t ache!) all for an hour of your time. I still have spaces in both classes so, if you haven’t already, why not email me at barbarasyogaandpilates@gmail.com to find and more or even better, to book and come along tonight.

27/10/2025

Yesterday we had an extra hour in bed as the clocks went back. Whilst that extra hour under the duvet was rather lovely, the nights drawing in can have a negative impact on our mental health, and, of course, the darker nights make it harder to simply get up (or out) and move.

The good news is that an hour of movement will not only benefit you physically but also mentally. The even better news is that you can do so without travelling far by joining me at the Watermead Village Hall for Pilates at 6.30pm tonight and/or Yoga at 7.45pm.

For more details of how to book (or to make a booking) please email me at barbarasyogaaandpilates@gmail.com. I’m currently taking bookings for the next 4 weeks (to 17 November).

20/10/2025

Happy Monday everyone, I’m now back from my holidays and so are my Yoga and Pilates classes. If you haven’t already, book in and come along tonight. As the nights draw in it’s so tempting to hibernate but you will feel so much better for a little movement and get to meet some other lovely people too. If you’ve taken a break from classes or haven’t yet got started, don’t wait for the new year, now is an ideal time to get started.

Bookings are currently open for the 5 Mondays to 17 November (bookings for the period to Christmas coming soon). Any questions about the classes or how to book, requests or anything else please get in touch at barbarasyogaandpilates@gmail.com.

I hope to hear from you, and even better, see you later.
Barbara

18/10/2025

In advance of tomorrow‘s community bulb planting event I’m excited to announce that there are 2 raffle prizes available of a place at either Pilates or Yoga Monday evening class with me (winner to choose) to be taken any time up to the end of January.

If you’d like to know more about my classes please get in touch.

29/09/2025

I can’t believe another week has gone by.

I’m still taking bookings for Pilates & Yoga tonight so, if you haven’t already, please do get in touch to reserve your place on the mat. After that classes will pause for two weeks but I will be back in three weeks time as usual.

Good news! Bookings are now open for the five weeks from 20 October - 17 November inclusive. I will release further dates shortly. Let me know if you have any questions about how to book (or anything else) by emailing barbarasyogaandpilates@gmail.com

Best wishes
Barbara

22/09/2025

It’s Monday so it’s time for some Pilates and Yoga. To quote Kino MacGregor (a well known yoga teacher) “Change only happens in the present moment. The past is already done. The future is just energy and intention.” So whether you’ve been on your mat recently or not, why not show up for yourself tonight (and next week) and make that change?

If you have any questions about how to book or anything else just get in touch by emailing barbarasyogaandpilates@gmail.com.

17/09/2025

Reminder: Yin Yoga tonight, 6.30pm @ Watermead Village Hall. Why not take an hour to reset and restore.

For book or for more details please email me at barbarasyogaandpilates@gmail.com or send me a message.

I hope to see you later.
Barbara 🧘🏻‍♀️

15/09/2025

It really does feel like we are moving into autumn this Monday morning doesn’t it?

Don’t let that become an excuse for spending your evenings sat in front of the TV. You have three opportunities to move with me this week. Pilates @ 6.30 pm and Yoga @ 7.45pm tonight and Yin Yoga @ 6.30pm on Wednesday (a yoga practice which provides a deep stretch and restorative experience through long

All are welcome - my classes are all mixed ability so why not get booked in? If you have any questions, whether about logistics, the timetable or the classes themselves please do get in touch at barbarasyogaandpilates@gmail.com

I hope to see you later and/or on Wednesday.
Barbara

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