MEET THE TEAM

Gina is the founder and owner of Be:Poised Pilates. Gina teaches a busy schedule of mat, apparatus and 1:1 classes in the studio. She is also our resident women's wellbeing specialist, with a wealth of training and experience in areas including pregnancy, postnatal, endometriosis and peri-post menopause and post-surgical breast cancer exercise (Pink Ribbon Programme).

Gina has a dance background; having trained vocationally at both Elmhurst Ballet School and The Urdang Academy. Her background gives her an excellent eye for detail and understanding of how the body moves. Her love for Pilates began when she discovered it to be a great way to help manage aches and pains associated with old dance injuries, as well as helping to manage some of the symptoms associated with her endometriosis. She is passionate about sharing the method with others to help keep them moving and feeling well.

Gina is a fully comprehensive Pilates teacher, meaning she has been trained to teach the method across both mat and studio apparatus. Her training background includes both Classical and Contemporary Pilates approaches. In her teaching she works closely within the framework and intentions of the Classical method, drawing on more contemporary influences only when there is specific need or benefit for the client, such as in certain special populations. In addition to women’s health, Gina's specialist training includes Pilates for osteoporosis, Pilates for scoliosis, Exercise for older adults, Common orthopaedic conditions (such as joint replacements and injuries).

As a teacher, Gina has a supportive and encouraging approach. She gets to know her clients and will encourage you every step of the way to find those little adjustments that make the work SO good for you!

Nadine joined us as a Studio Teacher in November 2024. She teaches group mat and group apparatus classes for us in the studio, as well as being available for 1:1 sessions.

Nadine has a classical ballet background, having studied at the Royal Ballet School and worked in the English National Ballet Company. Her background gives her a keen eye for detail and a wonderful appreciation of the workings and capabilities of the human body, which she applies beautifully to her Pilates teaching.

Nadine is a fully comprehensive pilates teacher, meaning she has been trained to teach the method across both mat and apparatus. She honed her skills teaching at a well established and respected Classical Pilates Studio and brings this experience with her to our studio. Her Classical Pilates training gives her an in depth insight into the Pilates system and the benefits it offers.

Nadine is a wonderful addition to the studio. Her gentle supportive nature, coupled with a deep respect for the Pilates method, make her a great fit for our team and we are so glad to have her on board.

Corri is a Classically trained Pilates teacher. You may see Corri in the studio from time to time as one of our wonderful Cover Teachers, helping us keep classes running when our Studio Teachers are away or busy training. Corri covers mat and Reformer classes for us at the studio as needed. She brings a wonderful energy to her classes with her passion for making the benefits of Pilates accessible for every body.

Claire is my studio partner and other half of the dream-team behind the Pilates Studios at Lavant House. In addition to running her own Pilates business her at the studios, Pilates with Claire, she also steps in for me from time to time as a cover teacher for mat and apparatus classes, in particular stepping in every so often to take my Teachers Class. Claire and I often team up to co-host or support each other in our workshops and events programmes.

Claire is BASI Pilates trained, giving her a contemporary perspective on the Pilates method whilst still respecting the traditional work. Her warm manner and gentle teaching style will leave you feeling relaxed and rejuvenated.