“Pilates to me is the biggest gift you could give to yourself”

Whilst Pilates is my biggest love, making it available to everyone is my passion.

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It is so important to me that you feel challenged but not out of your depth in my classes. I want you to feel stronger when you leave, and to take with you what you have learnt into your everyday life.

Most importantly, I want you to look forward to coming back.

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Testimonials

  • "I cannot recommend Vanessa's lessons highly enough!"

    I have been having pilates lessons with Vanessa for several years, starting with mat work and more recently l've transitioned to her reformer lessons, which I love!

    Vanessa is a fantastic teacher with unwavering attention to detail and a key focus on getting exercises right whilst maximising their benefit. She has worked with me through both hip, and shoulder injuries, and my flexibility has improved immeasurably through pilates. Vanessa's Brices Yard Reformer Studio is absolutely amazing, and for anyone considering a new challenge in pilates or embarking on a health improvement journey, I cannot recommend Vanessa's lessons highly enough!

    Lindy, Wicken

  • "I’ve tried reformer Pilates before but Vanessa is in a league of her own."

    I’ve tried reformer Pilates before but Vanessa is in a league of her own. Not only is she extremely knowledgeable and encouraging, she is patient with beginners.Vanessa tailors each class to the individuals needs and really cares that I get it right. 

    She has years of experience and is never patronising or impatient despite my lack of fitness and many questions. 

    Her classes have really helped my core strength and flexibility. She is also a lovely person to be around.

    Susannah, Clavering

  • "Quite honestly, it is one of the best things I have ever done!"

    I took up Pilates late in life a year ago. Quite honestly, it is one of the best things I have ever done! Vanessa is a fabulous teacher putting across in easy to understand terminology, how the spine, pelvis, and whole body works. On beginning my Pilates journey, my right hip had been causing me some problems. Now, however, with my whole body stronger, it is so much better. I am also far more aware of my posture than ever before. Pilates is fantastic for mind, body, and soul. If you have never tried it. do! You will soon understand its magic!

    Suzy, Arkesden

  • "She is very knowledgeable, kind and extremely attentive to her pupils."

    I have been attending Vanessa's Pilates lessons for over 3 years now. She has seen me through my arthritic hip episode - helping me cope with it and then deal with adjusting to its replacement. She is very knowledgeable, kind and extremely attentive to her pupils. I'm so glad I found her.

    Barbara, Wicken

  • "Vanessa is the best Pilates instructor there is!"

    Brilliant - Vanessa is the best Pilates instructor there is!  I’ve been going to her classes for nearly 7 years now & I’m much stronger as a result. Vanessa runs small, friendly classes to ensure everyone has the right technique and does not get injured. She knows each clients ailments and tailors exercises to support them. The classes are a highlight of my week & I highly recommend them! 

    Emma, Langley

  • "I feel stronger and  fitter since attending."

    I have been going to the Pilates class Vanessa runs for over a year now, it’s a great class. Vanessa is a really calm teacher making sure we are all doing things safely and to our ability. I have never continued with a class before but I love Vanessa’s class I feel stronger and  fitter since attending. 

    Thank you Vanessa! 

    Alison, Newport

  • "Genuine care for each student’s progress"

    I've been taking Pilates with Vanessa for four years, and I can honestly say it's been transformative. Not only is she incredibly knowledgeable about anatomy and movement, but her teaching style is warm, encouraging, and deeply intuitive. Every session feels thoughtfully tailored to my needs, whether it's building strength, improving flexibility, or simply finding a moment of calm in a busy week.

    What sets Vanessa apart is the attention to detail and genuine care for each student’s progress. I’ve noticed improvements in my posture, core strength, and overall well-being—and I actually look forward to every class!

    If you're considering Pilates, I can't recommend Vanessa highly enough. It's more than just a workout—it's a gift to your body and mind.

    Lin, Langley

  • "My back is feeling so much better"

    Having chronic back pain I have been helped by Vanessa for several years. Pilates with Vanessa has been so helpful. After the session my back is feeling so much better and I can move much more freely.

    Jane, Langley

  • "I joined Vanessa's Mat Pilates class when I moved to the area and I am so glad I did!"

    I joined Vanessa's Mat Pilates class when I moved to the area and I am so glad I did! Now some 6 years later I have joined her Reformer class and I am enjoying it even more than the Mat classes.

    Vanessa is so supportive and kind with her instructions and consistently adds new things to try which means I love the classes and have improved my form so much over the years. 

    I have some musculoskeletal issues and Vanessa always helps adapt the moves to our injuries so we can take care but still keep moving forwards. 

    I am very much looking forward to my new journey with the Reformer classes and would highly recommend them to anyone who enjoys Pilates and wants to try Reformer.'

    Nicola, Langley

  • "...they ease any aches or pains"

    I always look forward to Vanessa’s mat Pilates sessions.  They ease any aches or pains and I always come away feeling relaxed and refreshed as well as knowing I have had a work out! She makes every session fun and there are always a few laughs along the way as well as paying attention to everyone’s individual needs.

    Ally, Arkesden

  • "...extremely knowledgeable teacher of Pilates."

    I have been attending Vanessa's classes for about three years and find her to be a kind, encouraging and extremely knowledgeable teacher of Pilates. She is friendly and helpful, and her classes run smoothly, and the time seems to fly, always a good sign".

    Becca, Clavering

  • "Vanessa’s mat Pilates class has helped me to improve my posture and core strength."

    Vanessa’s mat Pilates class has helped me to improve my posture and core strength, and any backache is always resolved during the class. She constantly offers support and advice to derive maximum benefit in a friendly but professional way.

    I have also sampled a trial reformer class, which has interested me in going further.

    Jackie, Langley

  • "She explains very clearly and takes care of everyone’s individual needs."

    I have been doing Pilates with Vanessa for 3 years. Vanessa is a great teacher and her lessons are very enjoyable. She explains very clearly and takes care of everyone’s individual needs. Highly recommended! 

    Emily, Wicken 

  • "I feel stronger and see an improvement with my flexibility."

    I've been attending Vanessa’s Reformer Pilates class for the past six months, and they’ve been fantastic. Her classes are well-structured, challenging, but not overwhelming.

    Vanessa is professional, knowledgeable and a supportive instructor who takes time to correct posture. I feel stronger and see an improvement with my flexibility.

    I highly recommend her class to anyone that wants to build a strong foundation in Reformer Pilates.

    Paula, Wicken

  • "My body feels stronger afterwards, and postural alignment/movement more in balance."

    I have been having Reformer sessions with Vanessa since the beginning of 2025 and I really look forward to them. My body feels stronger afterwards, and postural alignment/movement more in balance. Vanessa is very empathetic - she takes the time to understand any physical limitations so that you can get the best from the class in a way that is safe for your body. Being in a small group class means you get individual attention too, in a friendly, professional environment. I would recommend Vanessa to anyone wanting to benefit from her reformer classes.

    Intermediate client, Chrishall