Work out in a gorgeous Southeast London studio, filled with a fresh breeze and bright airy sunlight.
With wood flooring, mirrors, a fixed barre and all the equipment you’ll need, the intentionally small class size gives you space to comfortably move your body, plus personal attention and thoughtful adjustments.
Combining deep fiery strength with calming flow, my pilates classes are mat-based and mixed ability. Each class has Joseph Pilates’ 34 classical movements at its core, but I intentionally weave in unique elements from my gymnastics, dance and flexibility and mobility training background to elevate your experience. Positioning, alignment, mobility, posture, function of the breath… pilates really is the glue that holds it all together.
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My strength class is designed to help you future-proof your body. Focusing on functional weight training, we’ll work through all the different key pillars of movement: push, pull, lift, balance, hinge, rotation and more. Every single move is compound, moving on different plains at the same time so you’re built for whatever life throws at you.
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Jane Fonda, eat your heart out. Inspired by the footloose vibe of a fun 80s aerobics class, my signature Dance Cardio is a dynamic full-body workout that doesn’t take itself too seriously. It can be as bouncy or intense as you want to make it: no strict rules or coordinated choreography, just feel-good energy and endorphins galore. Even though we’re dancing, we weave in whole body strengthening and stretching in a unique superpowered combo. Shake and shimmy your Monday blues off with me!
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All equipment provided
Beautiful studio space
Mixed ability classes
Full body
curated workouts
Fun and relaxed
environment
Adjustments and
modifications provided
Memberships
All memberships are rolling contracts.
8 classes: £105 per month
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Unlimited classes: £130 per month
All the barre, pilates and strength your heart desires, plus full access to the on-demand library.
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Unlimited Plus (the whole she-bang!): £140 per month
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Individual Classes
You can also pay for individual classes, or block bookings.
Block of 5 Studio Classes: £82
(valid for 3 months from date of purchase)
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Drop-In Studio Class: £18
(valid for 1 month from date of purchase)
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1:1: £95
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I have carefully chosen, cultivated, adapted and taught thousands of classes in order to offer a varied and sustainable fitness regime.
You might have spotted that every class is mixed ability.
My classes encourage you to really listen to your body, rather than just copying an instructor or the person next to you.
I don’t use phrases like ‘beginner’, ‘intermediate’ or ‘advanced’. That’s intentional: I shy away from putting anyone into brackets, as our bodies feel and move differently from one day to the next. Some days you feel as fierce as a warrior, ready to rise to any challenge. The next day, you slept a bit funny, your back feels tweaky, and you’re tired after a bad day at work. I encourage you to show up exactly as you are, and move in whatever way your body needs.
That being said, I’m also a stickler for correct form (a remnant from my competitive gymnast days!). I pride myself on paying attention, and I have a knack for remembering injuries. All of my classes are full of personal attention, hands-on adjustments and corrections: a luxury you don’t tend to get in huge gym classes, leisure centres and high-end health clubs. Having Rheumatoid Arthritis has given me a little insight into ageing and regular aching joints, and I’ve experienced first-hand how movement can help to alleviate pain.
Lastly… my classes aren’t an easy breezy walk in the park. They’ll kick your ass, make you feel the burn and force you to discover muscles you never even knew were there. But they’re challenging for good reason: because I know you can do it, and you’ll feel so much better for it. I guarantee you’ll discover you’re way more strong, powerful and capable than you thought. And let’s be honest, nothing beats that addictive feel-good energy you get from a challenging (read: sweaty) class.
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Mindful
WITHOUT THE
MEDITATION
The positive mental effects of working out are
unparalleled. My empowering, energetic and
athletic classes are the least Zen way to
meditate, while still reaping all those mindful
benefits and feel-good energy.
Small
CLASS SIZES
Intimate class sizes mean that you’re valued,
listened to, and understood. Injuries don’t slip
through the net, and we have the time and
space to ensure correct form and posture.
Experience
BEYOND THE
ORDINARY
I bring my unique background and knowledge
to enhance your class experience. Think
flexibility, mobility, strength, cardio and
rhythm combined.
Collective
EMPOWERMENT
Join an amazing, supportive fitness community. The people who attend my classes are incredible, strong, driven and know the importance of looking after their body… I’m in awe of them.
Join an amazing, supportive fitness community.
The people who attend my classes are incredible,
strong, driven and know the importance of looking
after their body… I’m in awe of them.
“Pumped Up Strength is my new favourite class! I was looking for something to push me a little bit harder, and this is it. Lots of modifications and opportunities to increase the resistance so I can build up weaker areas and I will never get bored. Such a good mid-week boost!”
–Megan–
“Tara has eyes at the back of her head, and even in the busy classes always finds the time to correct and challenge. Every session is different and she’s always thinking of new exercises. As a result, I’ve seen a very quick increase in my strength – especially with power weights. Having never had much upper body strength I wasn’t sure it would be for me, but I am getting rather addicted – especially as it doesn’t take much time to see progression.
I saw a huge difference in my all round strength and evenness. As a result of all of Tara’s hard work, I’m much fitter and stronger than I was when 10 years younger, and have the resilience that goes with that.”
–Aika–
“I contacted Tara to help me get stronger after a disc injury. I have a form of hypermobility of the joints, which made my situation a little bit more tricky to manage. We worked on a 1-1 basis for about three months, and I am amazed by the progress. Tara really listened to my needs, observed my posture in detail and remembered even the tiniest details. I could not not be happier to have found Tara, she is a star teacher.”
–Roberta–
1:1 Sessions
Need a little
more attention?
If you’re on your own personal healing journey
dealing with an injury or condition, or simply
want to work towards specific goals, a private
session could be just what you need.
No matter your ability or situation,
eel free to reach out and we can chat
about what will work best for you.
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Want a taster?
Test out the studio classes before you become a member, with 2 in-person classes for just £25.
FAQs
Studio classes can be booked via the MindBody app. Individual on-demand classes can be rented, or you can access unlimited classes with a membership.
Booked on to a class but can no longer make it? Simply log into your MindBody account (which you would have created when you booked your first class) and hit the Cancel button. Cancellations must be made 6 hours prior to the start of class, and it will simply pop back onto your account. If you cancel with less than 6 hours before the class, you may still be charged.
From the date of purchase, drop-in classes are valid for 1 month, intro offers are valid for 1 month, and blocks of 5 are valid for 3 months.
Nothing but your body, a good attitude and some water! Wear something comfortable to move in– these are not ‘lie down and relax’ classes, I’ll work you and you’ll love it! If you’re coming along to Pumped Up Strength or Dance Cardio, please wear trainers. All equipment, including mats, bands and weights, are provided in the studio.
The studio is located at 136 Hither Green Lane. The studio is in the back building: the entrance is through the black gate along Radford Road, and just a short walk from Hither Green train station. There are bike racks just outside and there is limited on-street parking in the surrounding roads– I recommend that you download the PayByPhone app in advance!
Absolutely beginners welcomed and cheered on! All classes offer modifications and variations to make the exercise most suitable to your body on any given day. Some days, even the most advanced person doesn’t want to burpee… trust me, I get it. We’re here to encourage and support all abilities.
Everyone's pregnancy and birth is different. It’s a no-brainer that staying fit and healthy both physically and mentally is one of the best things you can do for you and your baby, both during pregnancy and after. However, you may not be feeling babe-like atm– which is totally normal. If you’re feeling well and up for exercise, by all means have at it. If not, listen to your body and join when you’re feeling more up to it.
Please consult your doctor or midwife before beginning an exercise programme during pregnancy. It is not advisable to try a new, strenuous activity and we suggest using caution during the first 12 weeks (first trimester).
Postnatal mamas are welcome to join once given the 6-week all clear from their GP or midwife. If you have any questions or concerns, you can contact me directly: pilatesandtara@gmail.com
My Barre classes are for the most part suitable during pregnancy and postnatal, with a few caveats:
- The abs section is not suitable past the first trimester, and may need slight adjustments post natal depending on c-section, ab separation and other variables. There are a number of gentle re-engagement exercises that can be done postnatally to work back into the abs section. You might instead choose to welcome a little rest here (which is often what many of my pregnant and postnatal mamas choose to do).
- The hormone relaxin will make you stretchier than usual, which may seem like a plus, but we can easily overdo it so it’s best to work within a smaller range of movement.
- Jumping: there is on occasion some hopping in Barre. There is nothing wrong with jumping or hopping during or post pregnancy – IF your body is used to it and you feel okay with this. There is always a low-impact option, if jumping feels off the table for you.
Please reach out to me directly for advice in participating in Pilates, Strength Training and Dance Cardio classes.
Injuries present in different ways on different bodies, so it’s best to get in touch with me to discuss if you’re unsure as a 1-2-1 session might be more suitable to begin with. I’m not medically trained, but I do have pilates and fitness-specific training for a number of common injuries.
Absolutely not. My classes are about functional movement and mobility, not whether you can do the splits or not!
Definitely, definitely not. There is some coordination involved, but having two left feet won’t affect your enjoyment or stop you improving your strength and mobility! If anything, you’ll find your coordination naturally starts to improve.
