Form and Function

Form and Function Level 4 Back Pain Instructor. Experienced bodyworker: Bowen, Remedial Massage. Clinical Hypnotherapy

Pilates: All classes are suitable for most abilities; beginners are welcome. Expert supervision is provided and encouragement to progress. Originally trained through Body Control I teach classical Pilates with an emphasis on function and movement. I have an interest in fascial release to ease pain and promote mobility and function and a personal interest in chronic fatigue and related conditions. Therapies: Every single treatment, whether you are new or a long-standing regular, will be tailored to you specifically to meet your needs on that day and in line with any treatment goals set. Details of therapies on here are brief because no two treatments will ever be the same.

Check your hot water bottles. I've recently learned it should have a flower with a number and bumps on the petals. The n...
05/01/2026

Check your hot water bottles. I've recently learned it should have a flower with a number and bumps on the petals. The number is the year of manufacture and the bumped petals denote the month. Mine is nearly 9 years old and thus 6 years out of date! Even if you dont use it often, the rubber can perish and cause scolds. Remember to fill two thirds full with hot not boiling water and gently release the air before stoppering. Check for leaks and always use a cover. OK. Mini lecture over. Be safe out there folks! 🥶

I think people assume I'm against sitting still as I am so pro-movement. I'm not. I'm against being static for too long....
04/01/2026

I think people assume I'm against sitting still as I am so pro-movement. I'm not. I'm against being static for too long. I'm not great at sitting still, partly my back doesnt like it but also I'm randomly busy with my work hours. However, I am all for finding a way to chill, and crafting is great. I don't have much crafty talent, so last year I did an embroidery of the blood vessels of the hand and i've just last night started the brain. So, make the most of hunkering down in winter, but watch your postures please 🙏

Research shows strength training is the best thing you can do for your body, and its never too late to start. I have spa...
31/12/2025

Research shows strength training is the best thing you can do for your body, and its never too late to start. I have space available in my Tuesday evening Pilates classes at 615pm and 730pm at Staple Hill Primary school. £54 ror a six week block and £10 for a trial lesson. Invest in yourself.

Feeling a bit wooden? I have space in my 615pm Tuesday Pilates class at Staple Hill primary school. Mixed abilities clas...
27/12/2025

Feeling a bit wooden? I have space in my 615pm Tuesday Pilates class at Staple Hill primary school. Mixed abilities classes taught by a back pain specialist instructor with over 22 years experience. Block starts 6 Jan and costs £54.

Im fully booked Tuesday 30th but hve availability for Bowen, remedial massage and hypnotherapy 27th, 29th and 2nd.
26/12/2025

Im fully booked Tuesday 30th but hve availability for Bowen, remedial massage and hypnotherapy 27th, 29th and 2nd.

I am feeling very blessed. Its like the twelve days of alcohol and chocolate here. 2 bottles of whisky; 13 red wine; 1 w...
23/12/2025

I am feeling very blessed. Its like the twelve days of alcohol and chocolate here. 2 bottles of whisky; 13 red wine; 1 white wine; 5 boxes lindt; 1 box milk tray; 14 bars dark choc; 1 planter; 1 garden plaque; 2 half bottles of red wine; 1 bottle Sloe gin. Phew. Thanks to my generous clients. I wouldn't make a living without you.

Frustrated by those awkward to buy for people? I have the answer! A gift voucher for Form and Function. Let's face it, w...
11/12/2025

Frustrated by those awkward to buy for people? I have the answer! A gift voucher for Form and Function. Let's face it, who doesn't have the odd ni**le ache and pain these days? Your gift to them can be a bit of freedom from that annoyance! Perfect 👌. They can book a one to one Pilates session, a remedial massage, a Bowen treatment, or for stress relief a session of hypnotherapy or a wellbeing hour. Seriously, what's not to love about a gift like that? Problem solved. You're welcome.

It's Christmas cupcake time! These are setting awaiting wrapping for my regular clinical clients who I am very grateful ...
01/12/2025

It's Christmas cupcake time! These are setting awaiting wrapping for my regular clinical clients who I am very grateful for through the year.

GET OUT!  Studies have shown that being out in nature, especially woodlands but any green spaces will do, for 20 mins ha...
29/11/2025

GET OUT! Studies have shown that being out in nature, especially woodlands but any green spaces will do, for 20 mins have a positive effect on your mental and physical health. Inhaling the air in these places changes the chemicals in the brain causing us to feel relaxed. Also the greenscape and certain colours of plants and flowers 💐 effect us positively. You can also recreate this in a small way by having flowers in your home, specifically pink and white, but whatever floats your boat really. I usually have flowers in my lounge and a spray of flowers in the bedroom. And they do indeed make me happy. So, off you pop for a stroll and to treat yourself to some flowers. Bloomin' lovely.

Through the year we have quizzes at Pilates. It often descends into chaos. Every Xmas I ask for the name of the reindeer...
27/11/2025

Through the year we have quizzes at Pilates. It often descends into chaos. Every Xmas I ask for the name of the reindeer. It's rare someone gets them all, so a lady in class last night bought a revision sheet ahead of next week's quiz. Someone wants a chocolate Lindt bear badly.

This bench was in the Castle Gardens in Leicester.  What a great idea. Let's remember to check in with people close to u...
24/11/2025

This bench was in the Castle Gardens in Leicester. What a great idea. Let's remember to check in with people close to us, especially this time of year, and to reach out to friends ourselves if we need to.

Don't wait until the New Year to resolve to get fit - start now! I have space in my 645pm Monday Pilates class in Kingsw...
17/11/2025

Don't wait until the New Year to resolve to get fit - start now! I have space in my 645pm Monday Pilates class in Kingswood, and in my 615pm and 730pm classes in Staple Hill. Do a trial lesson before Xmas and beat the rush to join in thr New Year. All classes are mixed abilities and taught by a Back Pain Specialist Instructor.

Address

Bristol

Opening Hours

Monday 6:45pm - 7:45pm
Tuesday 12pm - 4pm
6:15pm - 8:30pm
Wednesday 10:15am - 11:15am
6:45pm - 9pm
Thursday 3:30pm - 8pm

Telephone

+447815886798

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