Pilates - Rachel Collett

Why Pilates?

Pilates is a powerful means to restore good posture, strength and flexibility to the body. Pilates works on strengthening and training the deep structural muscles that support our skeletal system, whilst addressing muscle imbalances. The Method is profound, thorough and life enhancing, something worth practicing for the rest of your life. Pilates also contributes positively to well-being by releasing stress and increasing energy.

Rachel is a highly experienced Pilates teacher, having taught for over 20 years. She completed a fully comprehensive Pilates training with The Pilates Foundation UK, which upholds the highest standards in Pilates training. Her training was extensive and rigorous in both Studio Apparatus and Matwork, where she gained extensive knowledge of the Pilates Method as well as rehabilitation of specialised conditions.

Studio Apparatus Pilates

Rachel offers one to one or duet bespoke Pilates lessons in her fully equipped apparatus studio in Coombe, Kingston upon Thames, KT2, personalised to your own needs and level in strength and fitness. The studio has two cadillacs, a reformer, a wunda chair and small Pilates equipment. The one to one or duet classes allow Rachel to pay attention to the smallest of details and accuracy of movement.

An initial one to one appointment is required before joining a shared lesson so Rachel is able to go through your medical history, carry out a postural assessment and answer any questions you may have.

Rehabilitation

The Pilates Method is beneficial for the rehabilitation of an injury or following an operation, as it is gentle in its approach. Rachel is known for her rehabilitation work and has helped clients with pain, postural weaknesses and many of the conditions listed below.

‍Pilates is particularly beneficial for the following conditions:

Lower back pain/sciatica/herniated disc
Hip, ankle and knee injuries
Shoulder injuries including frozen shoulders
Bursitis
Osteoarthritis
Post operative rehabilitation following knee and hip operations
Scoliosis and many more conditions
Pregnancy: Pre and Post Natal

Online Pilates

Rachel offers one to one or small group online Pilates mat classes.
Please contact for further information and timetable.

Pricing

Initial Pilates session and assessment (one to one): £75

Private studio equipment Pilates Lesson (one to one): £65

Shared equipment studio Pilates lesson (two to one): £35

Testimonials

I have been doing equipment Pilates for over 35 years and Rachel is without doubt one of the best teachers I have ever had. She was recommended to me when I was recovering from a long period of medical treatment and had not been able to exercise. With her care, attention to detail and impressive knowledge of how our bodies function, I have made great strides in regaining my strength, flexibility and confidence. I am extremely grateful to Rachel and I look forward to continuing to improve under her tuition.

– CB

Rachel has an encyclopedic knowledge of Pilates. She pays painstakingly detailed knowledge to the execution of Pilates movements leading to the discovery by the client of small muscles one never knew existed. The results are a huge improvement of posture, muscle tone and related problems.

– CL

Rachel has been my Pilates teacher for the last ten years. In that time, she has always been looking to further her knowledge by doing courses so that she is up to date with all there is to offer. She has always helped me through my injuries and changes the exercises accordingly. She is very professional and an easy person to be around. I always enjoy my sessions and feel so much better afterwards.

– SJ

FAQ

I am seeing a physiotherapist/osteopath, will you be able to liaise with them?

Yes, Rachel is very happy to liaise with your specialists. It is always beneficial to have as much information on your injuries/issues as possible.

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If I share a lesson, do I need to be the same level as the person I am sharing with?

No, Rachel teaches you both individually. You work on your own specific needs, but just share her time.

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What should I wear to my Pilates lesson?

Please wear what you are comfortable in, perhaps something similar to what you might wear to a gym.

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How long is the Pilates lessons?

Lessons last between 60 and 75 minutes.

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How often should I come to lessons?

Consistency is the key. Weekly or twice weekly sessions are advised. You will begin to feel real benefits after around 10 sessions.

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Please do not hesitate to contact me if you have any further questions. We can arrange a brief chat on the telephone, if required.