Pilates Pilates is a method of exercising which tones and lengthens the muscles, creating a balanced body. Known to improve posture, and to increase strength and flexibility. Pilates is ideal for rehabilitation of injuries – particularly back pain – and an enjoyable way to get more in touch with your body. Vanessa Smith Originally a professional dancer, Vanessa has been teaching Pilates for ten years. She is a member of  the Pilates Foundation UK Ltd whose training programme is one of the most rigorous in the UK.   Feldenkrais Moshe Feldenkrais said “When you know what you do you can do what you want.” The Feldenkrais Method® endeavours to improve our physical, mental and spiritual well-being. It uses as it’s tools movement, perception and imagination, affecting profound results effortlessly and often immediately.