Room for Movement Pilates Studio

Fantastic experience: Fabulous Pilates and people. I highly recommend Pilates at RFM. The team are highly experienced and super friendly. The classes are tailored to my needs so I come out feeling stronger (after my major operation) each time. Thanks team. See you soon. Xxx

Fantastic experience: Love this Pilates studio and the level of professionalism and experience that all teachers have.

Fantastic experience: I started my pilates journey just over a year ago. I am a woman in my 70s who at the time had a series of ongoing health issues. Thanks to the skilled and caring instructors at Room For Movement my body and my psyche have made a lot of progress. I do a regular semi-private session and now find that I can do things that I wasn't able to prior to starting pilates. My posture and balance have improved and I feel stronger when walking. The warm inviting atmosphere in the studio makes me feel safe and happy. I still have a long way to go and look forward to continuing my journey with Room For Movement.

Fantastic experience: This is an amazing studio. I go to the reformer classes in the especially equipped room, twice a week. The room itself is warm and welcoming, and fully equipped, with reasonable street parking nearby. All the instructors I have met have been wonderful, my regular two instructors are Lilly and Rachael, both of whom are amazing, warm, and knowledgeable. They are also very experienced and easily adapt their instructions for people that are new or have an injury that needs to be taken into consideration for instructions. I recommend them highly.

Fantastic experience: Pilates has been important in my life for many years I’ve attended different studios and with a variety of styles Hands down Room for Movement is one of the best Pilates studios I love my mix of Private 1:1 sessions with Christine and small group Reformer sessions with Lily & Rachael Their approach to movement & strength & the all important aspects of balance makes for a terrific experience It’s obvious that ongoing professional development is important because they bring new knowledge & scientific information to their sessions Thank you ☺️

Fantastic experience: Wonderful studio with experienced teachers and a friendly and inclusive environment.

Fantastic experience: After a friend suggested I try out reformer pilates to support my physical and mental health, I googled local studios and came across Room for Movement. I was not sure what to exoect as I had never done any type of pilates before, but I am so so pleased I signed up. The small classes, the clean and inviting studio, and the attentive, professional, and lovely Room for Movement team have made a significant and positive difference to my well being. Thanks Rachel and co!

Fantastic experience: I have attended Room for Movement Pilates for quite a while and just completed my 100th semi-private class with Christine, and I can't recommend it enough! Christine's expertise and dedication shine through in every session. The semi private class is in a peaceful environment, and each participant receives personalised attention. Christine's classes are meticulously planned, demonstrating her deep understanding of Pilates principles and techniques. Her considerate approach makes every session both challenging and rewarding. If you're looking for a well-rounded Pilates experience that combines expert instruction in a supportive and calm atmosphere, Room for Movement semi-private classes are the perfect choice.

Fantastic experience: I feel so grateful to have found Room for Movement Pilates! Rachael and the team offer so much guidance and support and warmly cater to all different body needs. My body always feels well worked and renewed after every session.

Fantastic experience: All the teachers are amazing.

Fantastic experience: I've been doing both semi-private and mat classes at RFM for over 12 months. I joined the studio to provide me with variety in my exercise program. As a distance runner I find the classes at RFM invaluable. I always feel both energised and relaxed after my sessions. They help keep me injury-free and to manage any niggles that I have.

Fantastic experience: I began semi private lessons with Rachael when she first opened Room for Movement. Over the years I have attended sessions with various members of Rachael's team. They are all fabulous.

Fantastic experience: Without fail after every session my body feels more aligned, flexible, strong and energised! It's amazing how dynamic pilates is. Regardless of how I feel or what weird twinge I have, Amanda always has an exercise that will help. You can do many of the stretches at home, but having that subtle adjustment makes such a difference. Even during our Zoom classes, where everyone had different resources, Amanda would tailor to our particular set up and still be able to give us specific and clear instructions. It was a flaweless transition to online classes during lockdown. Because the instructors do continuous professional development, Amanda always has a new technique to try on us! RFM is a lovely studio, where everyone is nice and knowledgeable, however I do call them smiling assassins as they will make you use muscles you didn't know existed and push you when needed, all with a smile!

Fantastic experience: I’ve been attending Room for Movement semi private lessons weekly for around 4 years and in that time have appreciated the professional and experienced instructors as well as the friendly and welcoming environment. I’ve suffered from back issues over many years and has spent many sessions with osteopaths. Since taking part in regular sessions I can feel a real difference and rarely suffer from flare ups in my back any more. So not only are the classes enjoyable, the targeted sessions have helped me to build up my core strength. I can’t recommend Room for Movement enough. Many thanks to Rachel and the whole team.

Fantastic experience: I have been attending Room for Movement for 3 years. The facilities are excellent. The staff are knowledgeable, caring and supportive. Pilates is the best way to maintain a pain-free and comfortable body. Improving balance and strength.

Fantastic experience: Fabulous teachers who know what they are doing. I have been coming twice a week to a semi-private class for a year now. The teachers listen to what I say and understand the quirks of my body - including my dodgy spine that has had 2 major operations on it. I am stronger and have less pain with the added bonus of being smug afterwards as I excercised!!! I'd highly recommend this studio in particular if you have specialised physical needs.

Fantastic experience: I have been attending pilates at Room For Movement for the past 6 months. After being recommended by my osteopath for my back and other issues, I started with a few initial private sessions and then moved into the semi-privates. From the get go, I felt encouraged and supported by the beautiful teachers and my class is a highlight of every week! The personalised care ensures I always feel safe but challenged, leaving a great sense of accomplishment, after years of not being able to move my body much. Thank you!!

Fantastic experience: Room For Movement are amazing at what they do. I’ve been attending for over 10 years including during pregnancy and post birth and have worked with many of the teachers. The staff are amazing at modifying exercises depending on your needs and check at the beginning of each class how your body feels and how you’d like to move. It has absolutely helped with strengthening my core to support my back (and decrease back pain and migraines) and use my joints the way they’re meant to move. I have learnt so much in my time at RFM and do not hesitate to recommend to others.

Fantastic experience: great studio, great teachers - highly recommend.

Fantastic experience: I have been a mover for 5 years at Room for Movement (RFM). I had researched and moved at other studio’s but found RFM aligned with my thoughts on how my body and mind were capable of exploring Pilates. Currently I attend semi private studio sessions with a maximum of 3 students per 1 hour class so each mover has individual attention given by the instructor. I sought the right Pilates studio for my health as I needed to improve my balance, strength and breathing capabilities. What I have discovered at RFM is that I can do more than I thought, wholly supported by all the instructors (a special shout out to Amanda and Christine). You may walk into a session feeling tired, exhausted and generally feeling within yourself that you want to be anywhere other than doing a session BUT I can assure you after your 1hour session you leave feeling elated, body and mind aligned and happy with what you were able to complete. For me personally, having started my journey with RFM you can’t put a value on regular movement and the endorphins you release whilst in a session. My balance and strength have greatly improved and I’ve been able to maintain having less surgeries for my breathing this past year. If you are looking for a group of people who support, encourage and go on the journey with you to reach your goals then RFM is for you! My husband was so inspired by my achievements that he has also been attending sessions at RFM and has noticed his posture has been greatly helped by the targeting of his areas of concern. A studio that looks at you as an individual, listens to what you are saying with respect, to how you/body feels before a session and then modifies moves to suit your situation all the while building you up to being able to achieve a personal goal then I cannot recommend Room For Movement more highly.

Fantastic experience: Room for Movement Pilates Studio team thank you for keeping my body moving pre, during (online) and post covid. With max 3 participants to 1 instructor there is plenty of focus on my individual needs, professional advice and with a variety of equipment I walk out feeling great and cannot wait for the next week. I highly recommend talking to Rachael and the team who make you feel comfortable and have a real passion for what they do!

Fantastic experience: I reached a milestone this month; one year of regular weekly sessions at RFM. Prior to starting Pilates, I’d been having weekly Physio visits for back issues with no real improvement so it was recommended I do Pilates. Best advice, and I’m a convert thanks to the very capable team at RFM. Kelly is my regular instructor, each week she plans a session taking into account any areas that needs focus, setting a challenge & mixing things up so it’s different each week. And fun too. I feel great after each session and can also feel the long term benefits, & no more back pain.

Fantastic experience: RFM is amazing. I’ve been having weekly sessions at RFM for nearly two years and the difference it has made to my body (and my mind) has been incredible. I’m a complete Pilates convert (having only practiced yoga previously). I started at RFM on the recommendation of a health practitioner after having my second child. I was fairly deconditioned after two pregnancies and had a lot of hip and pelvis pain and tightness. I had done nearly zero formal exercise for about 5 years. The focussed semi-private sessions at RFM are tailored to my needs and I see for myself the strength and control I’ve gained, even by going only once a week. If I miss a few sessions, I notice the (negative) impact straight away. I feel so much stronger and aware of my body and the hour each week is so important to my health and well-being. All instructors I’ve had are highly committed to providing an individualised approach and really listen to their client’s needs. They also push you to progress and no one session is the same. I highly recommend Lilly who I’ve been seeing for most of my time. Racheal S, Laura and Joyce are also wonderful. They all work you hard, but with safety, care and attentiveness. I also really appreciate the flexibility in the studio and understanding that sometimes you need to change plans at short notice, especially with a young family. Semi private sessions aren’t cheap, but I feel they are totally worth it as I get so much out of it, much more than I would from a $20 class with 20-30 participants. Highly highly recommend RFM!

Fantastic experience: Rachel and the team are brilliant at what they do - service is always caring and personal. They have transitioned well to running fantastic classes online now we are all at home, and it's fantastic to be able to keep moving even without being in the studio!

Fantastic experience: I was recommended Rachael's new online classes and I'm so glad I logged on! After a week in isolation it was great to be online with such a friendly group to get moving again. I was really impressed how well the class translated to the online forum and I really felt like I got great personal attention from Rachael who corrected my technique and graded the class beautifully to have everyone working to their best ability. I'm a Physio and have always had so much faith in using movement as medicine. Rachael's skill in cueing movement and applying a therapeutic approach to strengthening really impressed me. I would have no concerns recommending her to anyone who is new to pilates or recovering from an injury as I a confident they would be in good hands in a supportive environment. I will definitely become a regular, the online forum was so easy and really suits my busy work schedule.

Fantastic experience: I have been a client of Room for Movement for, wow, 3 years now. Rachael is an exceptional instructor who only has equally talented people in her team. The private sessions are amazing … and the semi-private sessions provide excellent attention in a friendly small group atmosphere. My initial reason for seeing Rachael was to improve my posture, and general well-being. I was actually seeking a new place to return to Pilates after a long absence. Having been in various Pilates environments before, I appreciate what a unique and special studio Rachael has created. Her team truly care about helping each individual. I always feel nurtured there. Little did I know I would have a fall in 2019 causing injury to my shoulder. Sarah has been wonderful in treating this problem with ever inventive varieties of movements … never a dull moment! The team at Room for Movement are professional, friendly, and well trained. Each visit is a great experience and I always feel happier in mind and body when I leave. Thank you, Rachael and Sarah,!

Fantastic experience: After a year of Pilates with Room for Movement I have found that my balance, the length of time between surgeries to keep me breathing and my overall health has improved immensely. My enjoyment to go to 4 sessions a week has not waived and now my husband attends 2 sessions a week and trust me this was not his preferred form of rehab/exercise but he now tells everyone what he has been doing when they comment on his posture. Cannot recommend more highly Sarah, Amanda and Lily who take me through my sessions over the week and Rachael who first took me on as a client and worked with my limited abilities. Thank you.

Fantastic experience: Room for Movement is a supportive and welcoming community. A great place to do Pilates!

Fantastic experience: Great hands on pilates - nurturing and restorative classes done with attention and care! This is not your average smashy-smashy pilates class - Racheal is amazing. I feel so confident sending my clients there, and also for myself!

Fantastic experience: Such a warm and inviting studio, with fantastic instructors! The semi-private session is a highlight of my week. Highly recommend to anyone wanting to give Pilates a try.

Fantastic experience: Pilates with Rachael feels like medicine. Hugely grateful for the semi private sessions which allow for seriously personalised movement fests. I always walk out feeling taller, and more in my body.

Fantastic experience: Large clean calm space, which is perfect to concentrate on yourself. Excellent instructors who ensure you use the equipment correctly and you feel it in the right muscles. Many people attend of various ages and fitness levels, making the studio an inclusive and supportive environment. The semi-private classes are perfect as you get to meet others who are focused on becoming stronger and physically more stable. Pilates is an excellent exercise for those who do not like exercise!

Fantastic experience: One of THE best Pilates studios that I have ever used. Pilates does not work if you do not have a good instructor and all the instructors that I have experienced in this studio are excellent.

Fantastic experience: I'd never really 'got' Pilates before coming to this studio through a friend's recommendation. Rachael is a fantastic teacher - intuitive, warm, adaptable and creative. The studio space is friendly and non-intimidating. Highly recommend Room For Movement - your body (and soul) will thank you!

Fantastic experience: Rachael and her pilates studio are like a breath of fresh air that I look forward to every week. I would certainly recommend her to anyone looking for a pilates instructor with a love of pilates, care for patient wellbeing and a genuine interest in getting the most out of your body! Of all the pilates studios and instructors I have tried over the years, there is no one quite like Rachael.

Fantastic experience: Rachael is a fantastic teacher that is not only across the details of Pilates and anatomy but really teaches you as a person. She is intuitive and knows when to challenge you and when to support you. I love sessions with Rachael because I feel strong by the end- and we manage to have a laugh through the session as well!

Fantastic experience: Room for Movement is a fantastic studio and Rachael and her team are truly wonderful Pilates instructors.

Fantastic experience: A fantastic space with great equipment. Rachael is absolutely brilliant as a Pilates instructor. She actually cares about her clients. Highly recommend this Pilates studio!!!