Bespoke Pilates - Our Instructors

Cheralyn Hill

Master Instructor and Fully Certified

Cheralyn founded Bespoke Pilates Studio back in 2005 but her teaching and love of Pilates goes all the way back to 1999.

The Studio came to fruition from Cheralyn's experience working in health clubs and leisure centres where she saw first-hand how poorly equipped they were for Pilates and how the focus wasn't always on the client and their requirements. Knowing she would and could do things differently she started by hiring a small room but all the while desperately wanting to create a 'bespoke' professional environment where clients could take their Pilates seriously.

Bespoke Pilates Studio has enabled Cheralyn to take her members' training to whole new level, rather than just be Matwork with a few props. The fully equipped Studio allows members to progress, rather than be restrained; the dramatic changes that Pilates can make to your body need to be achieved through both Matwork and the Reformer, both of which are available at Bespoke Pilates Studio.

Many of Cheralyn's original customers from the small room are members of the Studio along with many more members, all reaping the rewards of what Bespoke Pilates Studio has to offer. But don't just take our word for it, have a look at the testimonials written by our members. We know that when you walk through the door of Bespoke Pilates Studio, you will know you've made the right choice and you have Cheralyn's personal guarantee that you will always feel like a valuable member of the family and not just a number that is swiped through at reception.

Cheralyn's has spent many years training to achieve her certification. To become a qualified Stott Pilates instructor you must build up many hours of observation and self-practice as well as attending courses, classes and studying for theory. So rest assured you're in the hands of fully qualified instructors and not someone who's simply completed a weekend course.

It's important to remember that Pilates isn't a quick fix. By looking at our website it looks like you're someone who's in tune with their body and is ready to make an investment in themselves. All you need to do is give yourself a little time to understand the philosophy behind the principle and the results you'll achieve will be extraordinary.

Level 1 Instructor : Matwork - Refomer - Stability Chair - Caddilac - Barrels ISP (injury for special populations)

Level 2 Instructor : Advanced Refomer - Stability Chair - Caddilac - Barrels.

BTEC Diploma level 4 - Sports and Remedial Massage Therapy

Helen

Certified

Helen's background is in dance; from the age of four she studied Ballet, Tap and Modern, all up to Grade 8. She danced semi-professionally up until the age of 23, performing Solo's, Duo's and Group Ensemble.

Helen then studied to become an Exercise to Music Instructor through the YMCA and taught for several years. She started attending Cheralyn's classes back in 2002 and the natural progression with her knowledge of dance and exercise was to study to become a teacher of Pilates herself. Helen is the longest standing instructor at the studio, having been there since it opened its doors in 2006.

Level 1 Instructor : Matwork

Level 1 Instructor : Reformer

Lydia

Certified

Lydia's background is in dance; from the age of 5 she excelled in Ballet, Tap, Modern and Spanish dancing. Throughout her dance career she performed in shows and competed at dance festivals.

Whilst at university, Lydia qualified in Exercise to Music and taught aerobics whilst also working for the local authority, promoting healthy lifestyles and providing health assessments in the community. She further qualified to teach body conditioning, torso training & stability and the Bosu Balance Trainer.

Like Helen, Lydia got her first taste of Pilates over 10 years ago at Cheralyn's Matwork classes. After many years of attending classes, Lydia finally trained with Stott Pilates and completed her Matwork certification in 2009, followed by Reformer in 2010.

Level 1 Instructor : Matwork

Level 1 Instructor : Reformer

Amy

Fitness and exercise have played an important role in Amy's life since her school days; she learnt very early on the benefits to be gained from keeping fit. Amy regularly works out whether it be a long bike ride, a work out with weights or a Pilate's class.

Amy was introduced to Pilates by Cheralyn in June 2007 shortly after the birth of her second child and was amazed by the results. She's been hooked ever since!

Of her qualification, Amy says "having completed my Stott Pilates training, I look forward to passing on my new found knowledge and teaching at the studio."

Level 1 Instructor : Matwork

Tracy

Tracy has been working at Bespoke Pilates Studio since it opened its doors in 2006. Tracy is the friendly voice answering the phone and the person who greets you as you walk into our reception area. She prides herself on her customer service and we think she knows pretty much all of the members' names! She's extremely knowledgeable and will answer any questions you have and take your bookings.

Tracy is also a qualified Spinning Instructor and takes Spinning classes at Core Fitness Spinning Studio.