Our Teachers
SIBYLLA MEIENBERG
Sibylla, originally from Switzerland, was a keen figure skater, competing at national level. Upon leaving the competitive figure skating world, Sibylla moved to London to pursue an acting career. During her time at drama school she was introduced to Pilates, discovering its benefits for herself. She trained with Pilates International (now Sampson Pilates) and has been teaching across London for many years.
Sibylla enjoys teaching a wide variety of clients, finds it extremely rewarding when clients are able to perform exercises or movements that they once struggled with and, having worked alongside Physiotherapists for many years, believes that movement is a healer.
Teaches:
- Group Mat Pilates
- Group Reformer Pilates
- 1:1 Private Pilates
CAT LANE
Cat began practicing Pilates whilst completing a BA hons Degree in Theatre Dance at the London Studio Centre. Finding it was the key component to sustain her body during her dance training, she decided in 2007 to undertake her Mat and Full studio equipment qualification at the Pilates Centre SA, going on to become a trainer at a studio in Johannesburg.
Cat has continued to work as a freelance performer working both internationally and in the West End whilst continuing with her Pilates career. Her passion for sharing her knowledge by helping others to gain pain free movement and to strengthen and condition clients is always growing.
Now based in South London, Cat has teaches Matwork, Reformer, full equipment Pilates, Barre and Dance both privately and at a number of studios across London. Having gained experience in Rehab Pilates, Cat is also always eager to work with clients with challenges, as well as with dancers and athletes to help them regain freedom of movement. Expect a dynamic and challenging class that always keeps focus on correct form and detail in the movement to really get the most out of your body. Cat aims to keep her classes creative and fun and she loves to give hands on corrections and interact with her students, pushing them to achieve their personal goals.
Teaches:
- Group Reformer Pilates
- 1:1 Private Pilates
EVA PERDIKI
Eva Perdiki is qualified to teach both Matwork and Pilates Apparatus by the Pilates Foundation; a highly respected organisation committed to maintaining the highest standards of teaching.
To retain her affiliation with the Pilates Foundation, Eva is dedicated to continuing her education and learning by undertaking several Continuing Professional Development (CPD) courses each year, keeping her professional outlook up-to-date and fresh. Her approach is always appropriate for each individual client’s needs, and she values their individuality. She has considerable experience of rehabilitation and her teaching ranges from beginners to advanced level.
For her own practice, she follows advanced Gyrotonic, Yoga and Ballet training. Eva is also a Royal Academy of Dance qualified ballet teacher.
Teaches:
- Group Reformer Pilates
- 1:1 Private Pilates
CLARA HOLLANTS VAN LOOCKE
Clara is a BASI trained Pilates teacher as well as being a professional Ballet dancer. Pilates became an integral part of Clara's life many years ago when she started practicing within her dance training. Following an injury, she spent many hours in the Pilates studio completing her rehab, this was where she fell in love with Pilates and continues to practice to help with strength and preventing injuries.
Clara is hugely passionate about sharing the benefits of Pilates and enjoys making sure everyone is practicing the correct technique and alignment whilst addressing the individual needs of every client.
Teaches:
- Group Mat Pilates
DB CRAWFORD
Having qualified in 1992 as an Aerobic Instructor, DB spent the following 10 years choreographing step routines for teachers. After receiving several injuries from teaching step, she decided that she wanted to be in an injury free environment. This decision led her to train with the well-reputed organisation, Stott Pilates.
DB has been teaching Pilates since 2008 and is very passionate about it. She believes that if you want change to your mind and body, Pilates provides the recipe for both.
DB's classes cater for all levels and take a more classical route in terms of her teaching style. She always ensures that every body part is worked and you will leave her classes feel supple yet strong.
