Being a builder ( & ex rugby player ) with on-going lower back pain and re-occuring aches and pains, I needed to try something different because the continued visits to physio and the osteopath just weren't doing it.

I had heard a little about Pilates over the years, but like most males, I formed the attitude that it was simply for females and softies. How could it be of benifit and challenging for me. Well Sonia and her team have certainly proved me wrong because it is.

With 6 months gone now, I've never felt better. Pilates has completely changed my attitude towards both exercise and day to day activites, such as lifting.

The gym visits are now no longer about loading machines up with as much weight as possible. I've learnt to focus and concentrate about technique, posture and breathing. Same results less weights.

Whats the saying, "don't knock it until you've tried it", is so true. I'm just so pleased I gave it a go, I've never felt better, more flexible and fitter. Those constant aches and pains are a thing of the past. The only one not happy is my osteopath.

Steve Ross