Somatic Based Movement Classes: Somatic Pilates, Somatic Movement using the Franklin Method® and Immersive Sessions and Retreats.
In softness there is power. Stop forcing and start trusting your body and yourself.
Somatic Pilates Virtual Tuesdays 7.15-8.15pm (UK time)
Somatic Pilates is a unique blend of the principles of Pilates as well as the Principles of Somatic Movement. It is a lot more detailed in the way it is taught and is slower in pace to allow you to feel your body and become more integrated in mind body and spirit. It blends together all of my training in Somatics and Pilates to take you on a unique journey in discovering you.
By integrating body awareness, deeper connection, and gentle yet powerful movement, Somatic Pilates can provide a wide range of benefits in the mind body and spirit.
Somatic Pilates encourages you to tune into your body with a much deeper awareness that you may gain in a standard Pilates class.
Become more attuned to how your body moves, where you hold tension, and how your muscles engage. Discover greater ranges of motion in your body without stretching or pulling at vulnerable muscles and joints. Through this awareness, learn to move with greater precision and efficiency. Improve your overall movement patterns and fostering a deeper mind-body connection.
Work with less force and tension in your body, when you work in Somatic Pilates lots of the chronic stress and tension you hold falls away.
The focus on embodied and deeper breathing helps you not only connect with you but helps you regulate your nervous system and help you body have a greater sense of ease and comfort. Over time you will reduce mental fatigue and increase mental clarity and focus.
Become more grounded in what you do: By focusing on the sensations in your body and the quality of your movement, you create a deeper connection between your mind /body. This heightened awareness not only improves your practice and embodiment of Pilates and carries over into everyday life, helping you make more mindful choices and be more present in your daily activities.
Please note this class is not suitable for those with current injury or under medical or therapeutic care.
Please email if you would like to join in September
You can find out more about my Somatic Pilates here
Semi Private Pilates in Shrewsbury, Shropshire.
Mondays 2.30pm - Starting 15th September!
This class is a semi private class where you have lots of individual attention and space to explore Pilates.
It is taught in a somatic way where the focus is on sensation and exploring movement with nuanance and detail to ensure that the movement you create is healthy, holsitic and embodied.
You must be able to get up and down from the floor unaided
Starts 15 September and the class is bought as a block of classes - no drop ins.
If you have a previous or current injury or issue with your spine or bone density it may be necessary to work with you 1:1 first before joining class.
If you are working with a medical professional I will need clearance from them first.
If you are over 65 you must always check your GP is happy before commencing and exercise programme.
Somatic Pilates in Shrewsbury, Shropshire.
Mondays 3.30pm - new class in October!
This is a group class for those with no bone density issues or injuries using Pilates but taught in a somatic way.
Please email me for more information about these events and to book.
Immersives / Retreats Virtual and In Person
Experience the real depth to your own body and somatic movement in movement and in breath either virtually through immersive Franklin Method® sessions or in person through a retreat or immersive in Shropshire and Birmingham.
Check out my Retreats / Masterclasses section to discover the next session
Bones Breath and Balance - the Autumn Somatic Day Retreat (includes Franklin Method Lungs, Breath, Energy and Movement
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Joining information
Somatic Pilates Semi Private Group classes are somatically based and suitable for everyone but especially suitable for the needs of women and dancers.
Every group class is semi private and limited in number so I can get to know you and your body a lot better, and is ideal for those of you with no issues in your body who are looking to optimise your health and wellbeing or have a few issues that can be worked with in a group setting or have worked with me initially 1:1 and are ready to work more independently.
These semi-private classes are charged on a subscription basis.
Sometimes you may need to work with me 1:1 for a short while if you have a history of illness, injury or issues in your body. Every body is a different body and has different pathways. Contact me if you have any queries.
Somatic Movement Classes and Immersive and Retreats
If you have an injury or medical condition you need to check with your medical professional that these classes are suitable for you. You declare that your medical professionals are happy for you to take part. Franklin Method® and Somatic Movement works from the principle of health. They do not replace medical care. If you have a physical or mental condition these classes do not replace treatment and you are advised to work with a physiotherapist and / or mental health professional. By joining these classes it is presumed that you have clearance and are able to get up and down from the floor unaided. As a trauma informed practitioner I work with care, but in some cases of trauma these classes may not be suitable. You need to check beforehand with your own medical professionals. Group classes are never the place to work through trauma, these classes are for somatic movement exploration and are not somatic therapy.
As I am always wanting to open up classes to include in person group sessions please email me to let me know if you would like to join in Shropshire or Birmingham.
What my clients love about working with me
“Sarah is a wonderful teacher. Endlessly knowledgeable by conveys complex ideas in a straightforward way. My mind is calm and my body can do things I never thought possible... get in touch if you want to move beautifully but without the strain”
— C.W. Entrepreneur and Social Dancer
“The sessions with Sarah have been invaluable and made a huge difference to my emotional and physical well being. Most of all her classes are really enjoyable. She has sorted out my ongoing back and shoulder problems and given me the skills to develop my own practice at home’
— J.W. Retired Psychotherapist
“Thank you for all of the help and support you’ve given me since I started Pilates. Thanks to you, not only do I have pain free days, I have pain free weeks!”
— E.C. Primary School Teacher
The greatest journey always takes you home, back to your body.
All Virtual Clients are 18 years old and over. If you are currently working with a medical professional, post natal or are over 65 I will need written clearance before you can commence lessons to ensure that the sessions are suitable for you.
In some circumstances I may need to work with you 1:1 for a while to help you transition into group class - if you have any queries please contact me for advice.
You do need to have technology and wifi that can run Zoom sessions and you must keep your camera on at all times. Everything is run from inside the Virtual Studio through Zoom.