Kate Taylor
How did you get into Pilates?
I have been practising Pilates for 17 years and first discovered Pilates after developing chronic shoulder tension and pain when training as a nurse. Looking for some relief, I tried different therapies and treatment options, which led me to an osteopath who advised I was hypermobile and needed Pilates for the rest of me!
Initially, I was very sceptical and didn’t really feel any different, then after five or six sessions, something clicked. As I walked home, I felt taller, more at ease, almost like I was floating on air, and that was the beginning of my love affair with Pilates!
What do you love about Pilates:
Over the years, Pilates has helped Kate keep her chronic pain under control; it has supported her through two pregnancies and births, house moves, career changes, running a marathon, and all of life’s ups and downs. No matter what her body needs, Pilates has something to offer.
Training as a teacher has deepened my understanding of and love for Pilates. It continues to provide better pain relief than anything else I’ve tried, but it has also given me friendships, a greater sense of self, and tools that I use daily to calm both my body and my mind.
Your experience with Pilates:
As a teacher, I cannot do the work for you, yet I’m there every step of the way to guide and support you, no matter what your body needs. I love helping people find joy in movement and always aims to make my sessions calm, fun, and respectful.
