Reformer • Mat • Pilates
You are in KONTROL
Wherever you are on your Pilates journey – our teachers are experts in both pilates and anatomy and will support you through every phase
Re-Form
Our Re-Form class is where we learn the principles of Reformer Pilates.
We focus on developing core strength, bone density, improving posture, and lengthening the body through movement – building confidence from the inside out.
The Method: Using breath, control, mobility and repetition
The Goal: A supple, strong and supportive framework
Exercises are layered with levels of challenge, allowing us to progress at our own pace through to the next phase of our Pilates journey.
Ideal for all levels including rehabilitation and pregnancy. Those new to Reformer Pilates must arrive 15 minutes before the start of class to be inducted onto the equipment
Re-Flow
Our Re-Flow class refines the fundamentals but we’re exploring more challenging and dynamic moves.
This class focuses on how we can elevate our body’s potential. We increase the endurance training while encouraging more fluidity and length in the body required for complex movement.
The Method: Technique, higher reps, concentration and control
The Goal: A powerful body that moves with confidence and fluidity
Ideal for those who are confident and capable in all areas of Reformer Pilates and ready to progress their practice with purpose.
Mat
Our Mat Pilates class takes us back to our roots, building a strong frame through movement and control.
We fuse classical with contemporary. Props such as weights are used to mirror the springs on the reformer and create muscular strength and flexibility. Exercises are layered with progressions to support both beginners and more experienced clients.
The Method: Disciplined core work, alignment, breath, movement and repetition
The Goal: Strengthen, lengthen, support and nourish the body for life
Ideal for all levels. This class is a powerful on its own or the perfect preparation for Reformer Pilates
Private classes
Our privates offer a fully personalised Pilates experience, designed around you and your body.
Whether you’re new to reformer, rehabilitating post injury or looking to accelerate your practice, we assess how you move and curate a programme that supports your goals.
These sessions allow for deeper attention to detail, refined technique and intelligent progression.
For all enquires and to book a session please contact hello@kontrolpilates.co.uk
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About us
Kontrol Pilates was created with one intention – to help us re-connect with our bodies and build a framework that lasts for life. Our practice restores balance, refines movement and leaves you looking and feeling physically and mentally stronger in everyday life.
Our calm and welcoming space is designed for optimum comfort and functionality. The nine luxury reformers are higher than those found in a typical studio, creating a more inclusive and elevated Pilates experience.
With class sizes limited, every session is thoughtfully programmed. This allows beginners to build confidence and progress at their own pace, while more experienced clients continue to be challenged and progressively strengthened.
Your session. Your journey. You are in Kontrol.
Meet the founder
Vanessa Lees, Founder
After a career as a Health and Beauty Editor and over a decade of practising Pilates, Vanessa founded Kontrol Pilates.
She believes intelligent movement transforms how we understand our bodies and has created a space dedicated to building strength, balance, and a framework for life.
Pilates FAQs
Grippy socks are essential. If you forget them, you can purchase them at the studio
A water bottle. It’s important to stay hydrated. We have a water dispenser for top ups.
Our re-form and mat sessions are suitable for beginners. Please arrive ten minutes
before to allow for a brief induction.
Yes you can do mat pilates and our re-form class, however when booking onto the
class, you must ensure you advise that you are pregnant in the space provided.
When you arrive for the sessions, it’s essential that you inform the instructor so they
can make modifications to support you.
We have a toilet and changing area. We have secure designated storage for personal belongings.
We are an open plan studio which means that once the lesson starts, the doors will
be locked and you will lose your pass. Make sure you are on time. It would be a
shame to miss out.
We don’t have designated parking but there is street parking nearby and very
reasonably priced parking less than a 5 minute walk away at Redrock Carpark.
We all love a studio mirror selfie and would actively encourage you to post on
socials, however we ask that this is done before and after class and phones are put
away and on silent during class.
Our studio is ground level with step-free, wheelchair-accessible entry, and accessible toilet facilities are available. For guidance on session suitability, please contact us at hello@kontrolpilates.co.uk