The Move into Wellness Pilates Team

“To state that ‘I love Pilates’ is a bit of an understatement as I really love Pilates and it’s a massive part of my work & personal life now. I practice what I preach as know it makes me a much better teacher, and I can’t live without doing Pilates myself. I’ve suffered from back and shoulder issues in the past and Pilates helps to keep these under control, and it also keeps me in shape. I really enjoy seeing how clients progress, improve and see the benefits. It’s not often that I come across a client that doesn’t fall in love with Pilates like I did when I first did it many years ago”.

Claire Darlow, Founder

Claire Darlow, Founder

Pilates Team Memberships

Claire Darlow is a Pilates teacher and Holistic Core Restore®️ Coach in Bedfordshire. She has been involved in the health & fitness sector for over 20 years, now specialising in Pilates for lots of different needs and also pelvic floor & core restore programmes.

Her love of Pilates began when training as a dancer in London in the late 1990’s. Claire’s training as a Pilates teacher has been gained from various schools including: The Pilates Institute, Polestar Pilates and more recently Body Control Pilates, where she is currently the Qualifications Manager, overseeing the teacher training programme and qualifications.

Claire is also a qualified tutor, assessor, internal and external quality assurer where she has worked for many of the leading training providers and awarding organisations in the UK and Europe.

After moving to Potton and starting her family, Claire wanted to get back to teaching on a more full time basis and started to grow her own business ‘PilatesWorks’ which now offers group classes in Potton and St Neots including:

Mixed Ability Pilates
Improve Mobility Pilates
High Intensity Power Pilates™️
Holistic Core Restore®️’

A lot of Claire’s clients don’t just comment on the physical benefits of her classes but also the positive mental aspects and how good they feel afterwards.

Claire Qualifications

Claire is qualified and has experience with working with many people and conditions including Osteoporosis, Arthritis, pre/post natal, low back pain, all joint pain and limited mobility, pelvic floor dysfunction and many more.

Qualifications:

Level 2 Pilates – The Pilates Insititute
Level 3 Pilates Diploma – JPilates
Reformer Pilates – Body Control Pilates
Level 3 Pre & Post Natal
Level 3 Older Adult
Level 3 Exercise Referral
Level 4 Low Back Pain
Level 3 Personal Trainer
Level 3 Exercise to Music
Tutor, Assessor, Internal Quality Assurer, External Quality Assurer
Pelvic Floor & Core Foundations – Burrell Education

Lauren Graham – Pilates Instructor

Lauren began her Pilates journey as a complement to her dance training, quickly developing a passion for the practice. She completed her Polestar Pilates training in 2016 and holds a Bachelor of Fine Arts in Dance Performance. Over the years, Lauren has taught in various settings, including physical therapy clinics, Pilates studios, and fitness gyms across the United States, Australia, and the UK.

In addition to her Pilates expertise, Lauren holds a Master of Arts in Dance Anthropology and a Master of Science in Expressive Art Psychotherapy and Counselling. This diverse educational background enriches her approach to Pilates, allowing her to integrate holistic principles into her teaching.

Lauren views Pilates as a powerful tool for maintaining health, enhancing mobility, and building strength, while also playing a crucial role in injury rehabilitation and prevention. She emphasizes the synchronicity of body, mind, and spirit in every class, fostering a supportive environment for her clients to thrive.

Hayley Deane, Pilates Instructor

Hayley has been teaching Pilates for over 10 years, first qualifying through STOTT Pilates, one of the leading schools in Pilates education. She has gone on to train more classically staying close to the work of Joseph Pilates through J Pilates and Exhale Pilates London. She is also certified in CORE Athletic Conditioning, Pre & Postnatal Pilates, Pilates for Osteoporosis and Pilates for Neurological conditions.

Hayley first fell in love with Pilates whilst studying for her degree in Dance Performance. Pilates was one of her classes on the course and she knew it was something she would want to continue practicing and to teach others. She loves that Pilates is beneficial for anybody, the technique and flow of the movements and the mind-body connection.

Testimonials

“Booked onto the 4 week healthy backs Pilates with Claire. A really great course which has helped my back no end! Claire is an amazing teacher and I’d definitely recommend her classes.”

“Claire is a diligent Pilates instructor, constantly checking to ensure you get the best out of her classes which accommodate all ranges of mobility and fitness. Attending Pilates has aided my recovery from illness & I can’t recommend Claire highly enough.”

“After worrying about trying Pilates for so many years because of back issues, I was glad to meet Claire. She is very kind, knowledgeable, friendly and genuinely wants to help you. I did my first class and have signed up for more! Loved it!”

“I first found Claire when I attended another class, which was along way away So I joined Claire's class and that was definitely the right move!!! She is a patient and caring teacher which is important me. Claire always tells us how to make the best movements for our various problems. You are a star 🌟”

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If you have further questions, or want to get in touch with the team, please feel free to contact us!