Embracing Pilates


Embracing Pilates is based in the North of Bristol, teaching privately from a fully equipped professional home studio and group classes in Horfield and Westbury-on-Trym.   We specialise in improving posture, reducing back pain, core strengthening, increasing flexibility, injury rehabilitation, osteoporosis, improving sports performance, and in improving overall health and well-being.

WHAT CAN PILATES DO FOR YOU?


We are here to help you live pain free through the regular practice of Pilates. Our exercises are based on years of medical evidence and we keep up to date with the most recent medical research by being registered and keeping up to date with all the necessary training requirements. Pilates can and often does alleviate back pain. At the same time your strength and mobility will improve, and you will get stronger and fitter.


WEDNESDAY CLASSES
HORFIELD BAPTIST CHURCH (160a Gloucester Road, BS7 8NT)

From the Monday, 10th of November (2025) there will be classes here at 8.45am to 9.40am and 11.45am to 12.40pm.
There will also be the usual Wednesday classes 9.30am to 10.25am and 10.30am to 11.25am, 
plus a Thursday evening class 6.15pm to 7.10pm.


MONDAY, TUESDAY & THURSDAY CLASSES
HORFIELD PARISH CHURCH HALL, WELLINGTON HILL, BS7 8ST.

PLEASE NOTE: ALL CLASSES FROM THIS VENUE WILL BE DISCONTINUED. THE LAST CLASS WILL BE ON THURSDAY THE 6TH OF NOVEMBER (2025). NEW CLASSES WILL TAKE PLACE AT THE ABOVE VENUE, HORFIELD BAPTIST CHURCH.


MONDAY EVENING CLASSES
THE METHODIST CHURCH, 46 WESTBURY HILL, BS9 3AA


Single Class

£7
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Block of 6

£36
  • A SAVING OF £6!

Block of 12

£60
  • A SAVING OF £16! (Most popular)
09:30 AM - 10:25 AM
EARLY MORNING CLASS
Location: HORFIELD PARISH CHURCH HALL (MAIN HALL)

Foundation Pilates.
A supportive class to improve posture, mobility and core strength:-
1. Effective exercises at your pace;
2. Improve flexibility and body awareness;
3. Ideal for beginners or those returning to exercise.

10:30 AM - 11:25 AM
GENTLE BEGINNERS CLASS
Location: HORFIELD PARISH CHURCH HALL (MAIN HALL)

Foundation Pilates.
A supportive class to improve posture, mobility and core strength:-
1. Effective exercises at your pace;
2. Improve flexibility and body awareness;
3. Ideal for beginners or those returning to exercise.

07:00 PM - 07:55 PM
BEGINNERS PILATES
Location: THE METHODIST CHURCH, WESTBURY-ON-TRYM

An introduction to Pilates in a friendly group setting:-
1. Learn the Pilates Fundamentals;
2. Build confidence and strength at your own pace;
3. Supportive welcoming atmosphere.

09:30 AM - 10:25 AM
EARLY MORNING CLASS
Location: HORFIELD PARISH CHURCH HALL (MAIN HALL)

Foundation Pilates.
A supportive class to improve posture, mobility and core strength:-
1. Effective exercises at your pace;
2. Improve flexibility and body awareness;
3. Ideal for beginners or those returning to exercise.

10:30 AM - 11:25 AM
MID MORNING CLASS
Location: HORFIELD PARISH CHURCH HALL (MAIN HALL)

Foundation Pilates.
A supportive class to improve posture, mobility and core strength:-
1. Effective exercises at your pace;
2. Improve flexibility and body awareness;
3. Ideal for beginners or those returning to exercise.

09:30 AM - 10:25 AM
MORNING PILATES
Location: HORFIELD BAPTIST CHURCH, 160a GLOUCESTER ROAD, BISHOPSTON, BS7 8NT

Progressive Pilates.
For those who want to move beyond Foundation Pilates and build more strength and mobility:-
1. Develop better core control;
2. Improve balance and posture;
3. Challenge yourself safely with progressive exercises.

10:30 AM - 11:25 AM
PILATES
Location: HORFIELD BAPTIST CHURCH, 160a GLOUCESTER ROAD, BISHOPSTON, BS7 8NT

A flowing class using weights and resistance bands to give you a balanced workout.

09:30 AM - 10:25 AM
MORNING PILATES
Location: HORFIELD PARISH CHURCH HALL (MAIN HALL)

Progressive Pilates.
For those who want to move beyond Foundation Pilates and build more strength and mobility:-
1. Develop better core control;
2. Improve balance and posture;
3. Challenge yourself safely with progressive exercises.

WHY NOT COME ALONG AND GIVE PILATES A TRY. THE MAT AND ALL THE EQUIPMENT IS PROVIDED - THERE IS A PAY-AS-YOU-GO OPTION FOR £7 PER CLASS - NO NEED TO BOOK!

PLEASE CLICK ON THE LINK BELOW TO COMPLETE A SHORT HEALTH QUESTIONNAIRE (PAR-Q):

https://form.jotform.com/210274028642348

  • To register with Embracing Pilates (or book classes), click the BOOK HERE! button - just above.

  • If you haven't registered, you will be asked to create an account.

  • You can then pay for class credits prior to booking any classes. To book a class just click on the appropriate day/date.

  • Any problems, please contact us by phone, text or email. Quick response guaranteed!

Qualifications

Qualifications

I am a fully comprehensively trained Pilates Instructor, registered with Peak Pilates (Classical). I also trained with Body Control Pilates (Contemporary).

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About Pilates

Joseph Pilates was born on December the 9th in 1883 in Munchengladbach, Germany. He was originally a circus performer and a boxer before inventing an exercise system he called Contrology. After his death the name was changed to Pilates. Joseph dedicated most of his life to his exercise system, and truly believed it could heal injuries. He believed his system would keep the body and mind fit and healthy.

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Memberships

Memberships

I am a member of CIMSPA, The Chartered Institute for the Management of Sport and Physical Activity, the Society for the Pilates Method, plus I am a registered Peak Pilates instructor. I am also qualified to accept clients who have been referred by their GP.

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HIGHLY RECOMMENDED!

I have been doing Pilates and yoga for many years with several instructors. Denise is one of the very best. She provides a programme that changes frequently and meets the needs of a wide range of needs and abilities. She provides clear and focused guidance, explaining in straightforward ways the aim of each exercise and how to perform it. Both her Zoom on line and face to face classes are enjoyable and very helpful. Highly recommended! AP

REALLY GOOD!

Always enjoyable classes, and feel like I’ve had a good work-out. Denise explains the moves as we work. Really good! JH

A LOVELY INSTRUCTOR

I have had Pilates sessions with Denise and they are fab. Felt I had a good work-ouit afterwards. Denise is a lovely instructorHP

ONE OF THE BEST

Denise is one of the best Pilates instructors around. She explains as she goes, which, to my mind, makes everything so much easier to follow. Would recommend her classes! DH
  • Bristol, England, United Kingdom