Frequently Asked Questions

• Adults only: 18 years and over.

• Teens: Ages 14–17 must be accompanied by a parent, carer, or guardian.

• Children under 13: Not permitted due to insurance requirements.

• Not very fit? No problem! Exercises are routinely adapted for all abilities.

• All fitness levels welcome: Our classes subtly adjust to who is in the class.

• Never done Pilates before? Perfect! We’ll support you and answer any questions outside class if needed.

• Can men attend? Yes! Pilates benefits everyone, and classes can be challenging for all fitness levels.

• Unable to commit weekly? We offer pay as you go options.

• Pregnant? Yes, as long as your clinician has no restrictions. Let us know how far along you are so we can make adjustments. Lauren is a certified APPI Matwork Women’s Health Pilates instructor and can support ante/postnatal clients.

• Prefer to keep pregnancy private? No problem. We can be discreet and discuss adjustments privately.

• Recently given birth? Yes, if cleared by your clinician (usually 6 weeks postpartum). Lauren is trained for ante/postnatal Pilates.

Wheelchair access: Yes. Please let us know in advance so we can accommodate you.

• • Ramp at the front (Manchester Road) entrance

  • Disabled toilets in the foyer

  • Studio access via ground level entrance; we’ll unlock for you and guide you.

See Pricing & Payment Options for more details

• One free pass every 4 weeks:

  • 4-week block → 1 free pass

  • 8-week block → 2 free passes

  • 12-week block → 3 free passes

• Provide 48+ hours notice to use a free pass

• Can move class to the end of your block if needed

• Exceptions considered for emergencies

Free Taster: One per customer, only for permanent spaces

Pay as you go: First come, first served, no limit, added automatically to our mailing list

• Booking Request Form or email confirms your place if available

• Waitlist: we notify you when space opens

• Free taster offered when permanent space available

• Check spam folder - emails sent from Lapowell88@gmail.com

Location: Stephen Hill Methodist Church, 547 Manchester Road, Sheffield, S10 5PL
Wednesdays:

• 6:00–6:55pm

• 7:00–7:55pm

• 8:00–8:55pm

• We operate a 46-week year; continuation depends on demand

• Clothing: Comfortable and flexible

• Shoes: Bare feet or socks recommended

• Extras: Water, towel, minimal personal belongings

• Mat: Optional; we provide cleaned mats

• Changing: Toilets available, no dedicated changing facilities

• • Lauren: Qualified Modern Pilates Instructor, APPI Matwork Women's Health certified

  • Jack: Physiotherapist, Level 3 Pilates Instructor

  • Full qualifications and professional links are on our About Us page

One-to-one or daytime sessions: Not currently available

• • Refer a friend: Earn a free class or free class + free pass for 8–12 week blocks

  • Free taster eligibility: One per customer; only for permanent places, not pay as you go

  • Pay as you go attendees can still claim a free taster if a permanent space opens