CORE by Laura - Tavistock Pilates

08/03/2026

A big thank you to all the wonderful women who joined me this morning for our Pilates for Women’s Aid event. 💜

It meant so much to come together — to move, relax, chat and raise funds for a life-saving charity — and to be reminded of the power of women supporting women. This cause is very close to my heart, making it a truly special morning.

In true Pilates class fashion, I was so engrossed in teaching (and enjoying a good natter and some homemade flapjack afterwards!) that I completely forgot to take any photos — so here’s one of me post-class instead.

To all the women who come to Pilates with me each week, thank you. The kindness, encouragement and friendship you share is what makes CORE by Laura such a special community

Here’s to lifting each other up and celebrating the strong, resilient women in our lives.

Happy International Women’s Day. 💜

01/03/2026

Precision is at the heart of Pilates. It guides every adjustment you make as you learn and refine each movement. It’s about both activating individual muscles and coordinating them together to create controlled, effective movement. The details matter — precision can be the difference between truly engaging a muscle and missing it, and between progress and plateau.

15/02/2026

My favourite way to spend a Sunday evening.✨

This is the Bottom Lift on the Cadillac — a wonderful exercise for developing spinal articulation, shoulder extensor control, and hip extensor control.

Curious to learn about the full Pilates method? I have 1:1 studio sessions available this Friday at 12pm and 1.30pm.

Book via the website — I’d love to guide you through a comprehensive Pilates experience.


DevonPilates

29/01/2026

I know many of you have found this week’s classes challenging, even as we’ve been going back to the fundamentals. Don’t be disheartened!

Pilates can feel tougher the more skilled you become – and that’s actually a great sign. As your body awareness grows, your movement patterns improve, and you start recruiting the right muscles more efficiently, exercises become more precise… and yes, more challenging!

With every class, you’re building strength where it counts and training your body to move smarter!

24/12/2025

As the year draws to a close, I want to say a heartfelt thank you to everyone who has moved, stretched, and strengthened with CORE by Laura this year.

Whether you’ve been in class every week, attended whenever you could, or joined 1:1 sessions in the studio, I’m so grateful for your support.

Building a small, welcoming community around mindful movement is something I truly love—it wouldn’t be possible without you.

Wishing you a very Happy Christmas and a New Year full of wellness and ease.

— Laura

11/11/2025

Pilates that keeps you moving and feeling great for the long haul.✨

Pilates isn’t a sculpting class.
It wasn’t designed for abs, booties, or bikini bodies.

Joe Pilates didn’t create Contrology to help people tone up. He designed it “to develop the body uniformly, correct posture, restore vitality, invigorate the mind, and elevate the spirit.” It was never about chasing aesthetics — it was about restoring function, balance, and true wellbeing.

Yes, your body may well change.
But the goal? It’s not to sculpt — it’s to support your body to move well and feel good, for life.

If you’re looking for a class that honours the original Pilates method — taught with contemporary, science-informed knowledge — you’ll find it here.

07/11/2025

✨ 5 things I love about CORE by Laura ✨

🧡 1. The people. The laughter, the chats before and after class, the effort and commitment — it’s the people that make it so special.

🧡 2. The calm. That moment when everyone settles onto their mats, the world outside fades, and the focus turns inward — finding that mind–body connection, fully present, everything else on pause.

🧡 3. Watching progress. The subtle shifts — a stronger, more stable core, better posture, moving with greater ease, and a little more confidence each week. It’s such a joy to see.

🧡 4. The flow. Every class has its own rhythm — shaped by the group, the energy, and what everyone needs that day. No two sessions are ever quite the same.

🧡 5. The afterglow. That feeling when class ends — grounded, balanced, and just… better.

Thank you for being part of it 🧡

02/11/2025

A little moment I’m proud of! 💫
I had the chance to chat on BBC Radio Devon about CORE by Laura and my journey so far. If you’d like a listen, you can find me at around 19 minutes in.
Enjoy 😊

📻 https://www.bbc.co.uk/sounds/play/m002kzcw

Join John for fun, great chat and all you need to start your day in Devon.

12/10/2025

💬 “Wow! I’m actually taller than at the start of class!”🌱
💬 “I’m not missing Pilates due to traffic — even if I have to do it in my jeans!” 🔥
💬 “I’m feeling this everywhere, is that normal?” 🙌🏻
💬 “Thank you for trying to kill us!” 🤣

Just a few gems from this week’s classes!

Love the effort, the laughs, and the commitment — you make teaching such a joy every single week! 🤗

Here’s to another week of moving well, feeling great, and standing a little taller. 💪✨

30/09/2025

Another 5⭐ Google review 💛

Hearing feedback like this is always so uplifting. Pilates really can make such a positive impact — not just for strength and posture, but for easing long-term issues and improving day-to-day movement.

At CORE by Laura, my classes are all about small groups, individual attention, and helping you feel your best. ✨

29/09/2025

✨ This time last week I was travelling back from London after completing the Pilates for Injuries & Pathologies course with the brilliant Samantha Wood at BASI Pilates!

It was an incredible few days of learning how to better support clients with specific injuries and conditions such as disc disease, post-surgical rehab, rotator cuff syndrome, osteoarthritis, and so much more.

I’m so grateful to Sam for sharing her expertise and wisdom — I’ve come away inspired and equipped with even more tools to help people move with freedom, build strength, and live without pain through Pilates! 💪✨

BASI Pilates UK

21/08/2025

✨New to Pilates? Begin with confidence.

Pilates Foundations is a 3-week beginner-friendly mat Pilates course designed to help you build core strength, improve posture, and move with confidence—step by step.

✔️ Learn the fundamentals
✔️ Small, supportive group
✔️ Perfect if you’re new to Pilates or getting back into it

🗓️ Starts Wednesday 10th September at 9.30am
📍 The Printworks, Tavistock

After the course, the class continues weekly for all levels—so you can keep building on what you've learned.

Ready to feel stronger, more balanced, and aligned every day? Visit my website for more information and to book your spot: https://www.corebylaura.co.uk/pilates-foundations

Spaces are limited, and early booking is recommended.

I’d love to welcome you to the mat.
– Laura