Co-Founder & Pilates Teacher

Clare is a Level 4 certified Pilates Instructor, with specialist qualifications in GP Referral, Lower back pain management and Pre & Post Natal Pilates.

Clare has been passionate about the Pilates method since she was first introduced to it during a vocal master class with Paul Farrington (Estill Vanguard Teacher), at the age of 17.

Since then she has been interested in exploring how the body works, functional movement and the quest for holistic well-being.

Clare is also a trained classical singer, vocal coach and singing teacher integrating Pilates into postural training for singers and actors. She is currently studying for her Estill Master Trainer qualification under the mentorship of Anne-Marie Speed, The Voice Explained.

Co-Founder & Functional Fitness Teacher

My philosophy to health and fitness is very simple, down to earth and fun! For the majority of people I believe when it comes to exercise it’s about finding something that they like and that fits into their schedule. This is the key to enjoying the benefits of exercise and we all want to feel the benefits of exercise both physically and mentally without it being boring or stressful.

I am a group functional fitness and boxing teacher with over 18 years experience. I am also a qualified Personal Trainer and also offer Personal Training sessions for individuals and duos.

I love seeing the realisation and appreciation from clients when they start to see and feel all the benefits of exercise. It's not just about changing the shape of your body, it's about how exercise affects how you think, feel and move your body. With Thrive I will be pursuing a Pilates teacher certification too and will start my training soon. If you want help to really get going with your fitness in a relaxed private studio environment, then take the first steps and just try one of our classes. You have nothing to lose!

Pilates Teacher

With almost 20 years in the fitness world, Olga brings a thoughtful, personalized approach to every session. She is a fully certified Pilates Teacher but blends a variety of other training methods in her personal training work - always adapting to the individual needs of each client. Her focus is on building strength and confidence in a way that feels both sustainable and empowering.

Originally drawn to movement during her university years - while studying econometrics - Olga understands what it means to start from scratch. That experience fuels her commitment to creating a space where people feel seen, supported, and never overwhelmed. Her clients often leave saying, “That was exactly what I needed today.”

Grounded and attentive, Olga sees the big picture and meets her clients with a calm, no-pressure presence. She values effective, intelligent movement over perfection and helps people progress without the stress of getting every detail "just right."

Outside the studio, you’ll find her enjoying good food, dancing to her favorite tracks, adding to her sneaker collection—and still a proud Sailor Moon fan at heart.

Yoga Teacher & Artist

Yoga has been guiding me for over 15 years and this beautiful soul-driven journey called me to open up and share this deep feeling of connection and belonging to everyone who is curious about the yogic path. As a qualified teacher with a 200YTT Ashtanga & Vinyasa (Portugal 2021) and a 300YTT Rocket & Yin (Thailand 2022), I love to combine asanas (postures) into creative flows with different dynamics, integrating yoga philosophy, meditation and pranayama (breathwork). Starting with explaining the physical benefits, I also integrate the emotional, mental, and spiritual dimensions of yoga to inspire your practice in a playful way.

Pilates Teacher

Embrace a holistic journey towards wellness and vitality with Iro, a seasoned professional rooted in scientific expertise. With a deep background in anatomy, body biomechanics, and physiology, Iro offers a unique perspective on yoga and Pilates, seamlessly blending ancient wisdom with modern science for a transformative body and mind experience.

Iro's holistic approach to movement combines the timeless wisdom of Joseph Pilates’s classical repertoire with the latest scientific insights. Her commitment lies in preserving the core essence of Pilates while integrating practical experience and evolving scientific knowledge.

She also specialises in pre and post natal coaching, Iro tailors fitness routines for expectant mothers, promoting strength and flexibility during pregnancy and support overall well-being after birth.

Iro also offers a comprehensive rehabilitation course, addressing a wide range of health issues—physical, mental, or neuromuscular—guiding individuals towards recovery and optimal well-being.

Polestar and Corpus Pilates Teacher

Lena is a certified mat Pilates teacher with Polestar Pilates, a leading provider of rehabilitation-based Pilates education. She has also completed her teacher training on apparatus with master trainer Kelly McKinnon of Corpus Studios. Lena teaches in English, Russian and Ukrainian, sometimes in French.

Lena used to be a member of the Ukrainian national dance team as a child and discovered yoga and Pilates as a teenager and realised that training her body with awareness and control would give her even better alignment and freedom in movement.

“Pilates made me learn about my body and how to keep on improving it. I love the depth of learning this method provides, and how it changes the bodies. Pilates is better than any workout! Its functionality makes you feel and move better.”

Pilates, Dance & Yoga Teacher

I am of Spanish and English heritage. At the age of 16, I embarked on a journey to London to pursue my dreams of becoming a dancer. I earned my Contemporary Dance degree from Trinity Laban, where I developed a profound connection to movement. My studies at Laban transcended the mere memorization of dance steps, guiding me to inhabit the present moment and space through movement.

I further refined my craft through an intensive training course with the Jasmin Vardimon Dance Company Program. This transformative experience endowed me with invaluable skills in theatre, authenticity, creativity, and performance. Additionally, my extensive dance training allowed me to embody the 34 exercises of Pilates, inspiring me to attain a Level 3 Mat Pilates certification with HFE. I came to understand that Pilates practice extends beyond dance preparation; it is about honing exercises that emphasize alignment, balance, and core strength (ABC).

My professional journey is enriched by my passion for working with children. Throughout my career, I have had the privilege of teaching dance to individuals of all ages, including yoga and mindfulness practices for children. My ultimate goal is to ensure that people not only enjoy but also profoundly benefit from a deeper understanding of movement.

Pilates Teacher

As someone deeply passionate about sports, I've always valued the importance of maintaining a strong physique. Now, as a mother of three energetic boys, I've come to realise just how essential it is.

My fitness journey began with a combination of cycling, running, and triathlons, with pilates becoming a recent addition. Looking back, I see the wisdom in starting with pilates as a foundation.

Under the guidance of Kelly McKinnon at Corpus Studios, I've achieved my level 2 certification in both Mat and Equipment pilates.

My aim is to support our clients on their fitness journey, helping them unlock their body's full potential. I'm passionate about sharing the transformative benefits of pilates in every class.

Functional Fitness Teacher

My mantra on living a healthy lifestyle is "Engage in any activity that motivates you to MOVE”.

My instructor journey began in 2015 when I did my first Zumba certification to combine my love for dance and passion for fitness. After that I became a certified Group Exercise Instructor from Aerobics and Fitness Association of America in 2016. My main focus is to incorporate Strength, Conditioning and Stretching as the three most important elements in a class. I am also a licensed Nirvana Fitness Instructor which blends Yoga, Pilates and Breathing to achieve a super-efficient flow of the body & mind.

Conducting classes with hundreds of students over the past 8 years has helped me realize that everyone in a class has different fitness level and it is important that you don’t compare yourself with others. Your competition should always be with “You”. Just work towards getting better.

My other passion is Hiking and during the weekends I love to go on a hike and surround myself with nature. Some of the treks that I have done recently include Everest Base Camp in Nepal, Kashmir Great Lakes and Hampta Pass in the Himalayas.

Let’s work together towards a healthier and stronger tomorrow. See you in the class.

Polestar Pilates Teacher

Born and raised in Milan, Italy in 1989, my early love for movement especially swimming & dancing led me to discover Pilates during my teenage years, thanks to my brother.

After a successful career in makeup artistry, a life challenge in 2017 prompted me to pursue my true passion.

I became a certified Polestar Pilates teacher in Rome under Serafino Ambrosio's guidance, and simultaneously explored a deep connection with Yoga, obtaining a certification in Ashtanga and Hatha Yoga with Talia Sutra in 2022.

My teaching philosophy centers on kindness and inclusivity. I warmly welcome all to join me in the pursuit of holistic well-being through Pilates.

Feldenkrais Teacher

Iryna is a Feldenkrais Teacher, passionate about the nervous system, its quality of neuroplasticity (ability to change for the better at any age), and the power of mindful movement to reconnect with oneself and sustainably improve one's state of being.

She came to the Feldenkrais Method in search of relief for her chronic back pain, for which it helped immensely. Iryna studied with some of the best trainers of the Method (Ruty Bar, Ilan Jacobson, Anat Krivine, Sabine Pfeffer and others) during her professional training in Brussels and has been teaching group classes since 2022.

Iryna is also a somatic bodywork therapist, specialising in chronic pain issues and helping people reconnect with themselves through their bodies.

Pilates Teacher

Ailsa’s love for pilates originated from her love for dance. A sport she has been practicing since she was 3 in Luxembourg. Within these dance classes is where Ailsa became familiar with pilates movements as a method of strengthening dancers. Ailsa graduated from the Royal Academy of Dance to begin her career as a dance teacher. While doing so she continued to explore pilates, which lead to her wanting to combine her passion for teaching the physical strengthening of Pilates, with the finesse from dance.

Pilates Teacher

I’m from Recife, in the northeast of Brazil, where I earned my bachelor’s degree in Physiotherapy and completed my Pilates training course — apparatus, mat, and accessories.

I’m passionate about movement and about understanding (or at least trying to!) how the body works, and how the environment and emotions affect it. I have a background in gymnastics, volleyball, dance and acroyoga (taught it for 2 years), and I used to work as a massage therapist as well.

I discovered the Pilates method during my final year at university and immediately fell in love! I decided to complete the training, and I’ve been working as a Pilates teacher ever since (2012).

I often say that Pilates offers a great foundation (a pillar) for any other activity you do — whether it’s going to the gym, playing sports, dancing, or even just carrying something heavy at home.
To me, it’s all about presence, rhythm (breath), body awareness, functionality, and fun — exploring and getting to know your own body and what it’s capable of. That’s why I like to keep things simple most of the time, giving my students the chance to slow down, feel what they’re doing, and build a solid base before moving on to more advanced movements — all while preventing injuries.

Outside the world of Pilates, I love my job at a circus school in Luxembourg, where I also practice aerial hoop and trapeze. I also love dancing, photography, good food, music, and the sea.

Reformer Pilates Teacher

I am a newly certified Reformer Pilates instructor (since 2024) with a lifelong passion for movement. My journey into the Pilates world began during my travels through Australia in 2024, where I instantly fell in love with the method’s strength, grace, and precision. That experience inspired me to dive deeper and earn my certification. I bring with me a rich background in physical activity—tennis, dancing, Crossfit, and running have all been key parts of my lifestyle. Since 2019, I’ve embraced ballet, and I’m continually inspired by how Pilates enhances my control, posture, and fluidity in class.I believe movement is a form of self-expression, and Pilates is a beautiful way to connect the body and mind. My classes focus on building strength through mindful movement, and I love encouraging others to find their own rhythm and power on the reformer. Let's enjoy and move together.

Pilates, Dancer and Barre Teacher

Coming soon…

Pilates Teacher -on maternity leave

I’ve always loved sports, running in particular. After an injury I learned that knowing how to connect to your body and correctly use it has multiple benefits that carries over to how you move through life.

I realised I would like to help others to also love pilates and see how the benefits translate to the rest of their lives.

I did my BASI comprehensive course (mat and equipment up to advanced level) in Cape Town in 2019. I’ve also done a workshop in teaching pilates to tri-athletes and will soon start with a pre- and post-natal pilates course.

Pilates Teacher

Coming soon…

Pilates & Yoga Teacher

Duygu is a pilates and yoga teacher with a corporate background. In her pilates classes, she focuses on combining body strengthening (especially abs and glutes) postures with stretching postures to increase flexibility. She works with mainly repetitive sequences and postures which helps with building up strength and flexibility and helps the practitioners build familiarity and know what to expect from the class.