Leslie's passion for Reformer Pilates was born out of her own experience with rehabilitation from back pain and other pregnancy-related challenges. With over five years of dedicated practice and 18 years of experience as a Physiotherapist in the US, Leslie has become a true expert in her field. Her expertise has taken her across the pond to England, where she continues to inspire and transform the lives of her clients through the power of Reformer Pilates.
Leslie brings a wealth of expertise to Elevated Pilates, having undergone rigorous training through APPI to attain certifications in Mat Pilates Level 1-3 and Reformer Pilates & Women's Health, including Pre-/ Postnatal Pilates and Pilates for Menopause.
She has a solid background in sports, health, fitness, and rehabilitation and is highly motivated to help others attain their goals. With her in-depth knowledge of the body and its movements, she is confident in her ability to guide her clients safely and effectively towards their objectives. Her long-term aspiration is to establish a studio that fosters a healthy mind, body, and spirit within the community.
*Australian Physiotherapy & Pilates Institute
Sarah is our in-house Barre expert, who has been dancing since the age of 3 years old. With a deep understanding of the phrase 'movement is medicine', Sarah brings a new energy to the studio with her ballet-inspired moves. In 2021, she was introduced to Reformer Pilates, a year after gaining her level 3 Mat Pilates, Ballet fitness, and Barre qualifications. Since then, she has trained in the Lotte Berk method, a uniquely feminine technique helping empower women to truly connect with their bodies, strengthen their pelvic floor and promote their sexual well-being.
Sarah's classes are the epitome of creativity, and precision, offering a holistic approach to fitness that resonates with clients of all levels. Her infectious enthusiasm and a clear focus on technique ensure that every session at Elevated Pilates is not just a workout but a transformative journey towards optimal wellness.
Beyond the studio, Sarah embraces a holistic approach to a healthy lifestyle, constantly exploring the intersection of mind-body wellness. Whether she's refining her teaching techniques, developing new programs, or discovering innovative ways to integrate movement into daily life, Sarah is steadfastly committed to elevating the fitness experience for the Elevated Pilates community.
Charlotte’s journey into health and fitness began over a decade ago during her BA in Dance Performance in London, where she studied anatomy, physiology, postural assessments, and even discovered mat Pilates as a supplement to her dance training. In 2018, she became a Level 3 Personal Trainer and, a year later, qualified in Reformer Pilates a practice that transformed her core strength and overall stability.
Passionate about holistic health, Charlotte also trained as a disordered eating and body image specialist through Sport and Exercise Nutritional Therapy and the National Centre for Eating Disorders. She emphasises a strong mind-to-body connection in her classes, using mindful language and breath work to create sessions that leave you both challenged and mentally refreshed.
Having worked with professional athletes and para-lympians to beginners and pre/postnatal clients, Charlotte is dedicated to pushing individuals to discover their inner strength and leave each class feeling accomplished, energised, and joyful.
Jo has been passionate about holistic well-being from a young age, starting her career as an Aromatherapist and working alongside Ayurvedic Consultants in London. She later specialised in Rehabilitation Massage, including Thai Massage, Myofascial Release, and Sports Therapy, running her own clinic in Nottingham before shifting focus to family life.
Originally practising Reformer Pilates as a hobby, Jo quickly fell in love with its benefits and made the leap into teaching full-time. She is now furthering her expertise by completing her Level 4 in Mat Pilates, specialising in sports, older adults, and orthopedic conditions.
As a Pelvic Health Physiotherapist, Ally has long used Mat Pilates in the treatment of her patients. She went on to find a love for Reformer Pilates in 2019, loving how it challenged her physically and encouraged her to be more mindful and aware of her body. After several years of attending classes herself, she went on to train as a certified instructor, and now teaches alongside her NHS role.
She has a real passion for Women’s Health, so in her classes you’ll be sure to work your core and pelvic floor!
Charlie is a highly skilled sports physiotherapist and Pilates apparatus instructor achieving her formal training in Australia. She comes on board with over 10 years of experience across Olympic and Paralympic sport, professional football, and private practice. Currently working with GBR Sprint Canoe athletes, she integrates her Pilates expertise with her physiotherapy background and holistic approach, that is rooted in movement science and rehabilitation, to enhance mobility, strength, and functional performance through mind-body connection.
