Business Details
Expert Pilates Classes in Edinburgh for All Levels
Leith Pilates is a dedicated studio offering personalized Pilates instruction and movement therapy to individuals seeking improved physical health and pain management. Founded by Andy Pearson, our approach combines traditional Pilates techniques with modern movement science to address individual needs, from chronic pain relief to enhanced mobility. Our team of qualified instructors brings extensive experience in anatomy, physiology, and specialized movement therapies, ensuring tailored guidance for clients ranging from professional athletes to those with hypermobility or chronic conditions.We prioritize small class sizes and one-to-one sessions to deliver focused attention, fostering a supportive community where clients learn to harness movement as medicine. With both in-studio and online options, we aim to make Pilates accessible to all, empowering individuals to achieve stronger, pain-free bodies through education and expert instruction.
Services
Pilates Classes
Private Sessions
Online Pilates
Hypermobility Workshops
Taster Classes
Group Classes
Pain Management Programs
Teacher Training
Community Classes
Mindfulness Integration
Highlights and features
- We offer personalized 1-to-1 Pilates sessions tailored to individual needs.
- Our instructors hold advanced qualifications from recognized institutions.
- Small class sizes ensure focused attention and effective learning.
- Specialized programs for hypermobility and chronic pain management.
- Combination of traditional Pilates with modern movement techniques.
Associations and certifications
- Polestar UK
- ITEC
- Pilates Foundation
- Rebecca Leone
- Ramona Peoples
- Liz Koch
- Classical Pilates UK
Services
Private Sessions
Tailored 1-to-1 Pilates sessions address individual needs, from injury recovery to chronic pain management. Our instructors provide immediate feedback and bespoke exercises, ensuring personalized attention for optimal results. Ideal for those seeking a customized health programme.
Hypermobility Workshops
Focused workshops designed for hypermobile individuals, combining Pilates with movement therapy to build strength and repair joint damage. Led by experts, these sessions empower participants to manage symptoms and improve daily functionality through structured techniques.
Online Pilates
Accessible online Pilates classes offer flexibility without compromising quality. Participants enjoy live or pre-recorded sessions with expert guidance, ensuring proper form and progression from the comfort of their homes, suitable for all experience levels.
Taster Classes
Beginner-friendly taster classes provide an introduction to Pilates fundamentals, helping new clients build confidence and understand core principles. These sessions are ideal for assessing suitability before committing to regular classes.
Pain Management Programs
Specialized programs target chronic pain relief through Pilates-based movement and alignment techniques. Designed in collaboration with physiotherapists, these sessions focus on reducing discomfort and improving mobility for long-term wellness.
People
Andy Pearson
Founder & Senior Instructor
Andy transformed his life through Pilates after overcoming chronic back pain, inspiring him to become a certified instructor. He specializes in hypermobility and pain management, offering personalized sessions to diverse clients.
Ruth
Studio Manager
Ruth manages the studio, helping clients integrate Pilates into busy lifestyles. A dedicated practitioner herself, she fosters a welcoming environment and supports new members in starting their Pilates journey.
Emma
Pilates Teacher
Emma teaches Pilates with a focus on posture and mindfulness, drawing from her experience recovering from spinal surgery. Her classes emphasize core strength and body-mind connection through varied movement techniques.
Caroline
Admin Officer
Caroline handles administrative tasks, leveraging her business coaching background. She joined Leith Pilates in 2017, valuing its holistic approach to movement and alignment, especially for hypermobility management.
Alison
Pilates Teacher
Alison transitioned from a 30-year dance career to Pilates instruction, qualifying in 2016. She teaches at Leith Pilates and the MS Therapy Centre, focusing on mobility improvement and accessible movement practices.
Questions
What is Pilates, and how can it benefit me?
Pilates is a movement system improving strength, flexibility, and posture. At Leith Pilates, we adapt it to address chronic pain, hypermobility, and overall wellness through personalized instruction.
Do you offer private Pilates sessions?
Yes, our 1-to-1 sessions provide tailored guidance for injury recovery, pain management, or bespoke fitness plans, ensuring focused attention from our expert instructors.
Are online Pilates classes available?
Yes, we offer live and pre-recorded online classes, allowing flexible participation from home while maintaining expert supervision and structured progression.
What support exists for hypermobility?
We provide specialized workshops and programs designed by hypermobility experts, focusing on safe strength-building and joint stability techniques tailored to individual needs.
How accessible is your studio?
Our studio has stairs without lifts but offers accessible toilets. We recommend the MS Therapy Centre for those with limited mobility, providing adapted classes in partnership.
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Reviews (5)
D. Pearson
May 10, 2021
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Just a note to say that, thanks to your exercises, I now have what I will call a greater muscular resilience when doing physical jobs. I have recently renewed a work surface in our utility room, requiring lifting, drilling, screwing and generally mauling about on the floor on hands and knees etc. and have survived in a much better shape than usual - more strength in arms and legs when doing the job and able to recover quicker afterwards with fewer aches and pains than usual the next day. With this added confidence ( a day or two later, I should add) I similarly set to to demolish an overgrown
Neil Broome
Aug 04, 2019
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I'm 41 and never thought I'd be into Pilates. Prior to meeting Andy, I had a number of long-term injuries from climbing and various misadventures, and having seen various physiotherapists, chiropractors and osteopaths, had pretty much reached the point of accepting my various aches and pains. My partner was already a regular attendee at Leith Pilates, but my perception and previous experience was that Pilates would be somewhere on the same spectrum as Yoga - all full of chakras and other pseudo-spiritual nonesense. I couldn't have been more wrong. Andy is an absolute gold-mine of knowledge and
Anne Stuart
Jan 05, 2019
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Just had my induction session and after years of back pain and visiting doctors, physios and 'specialists', I have finally been given an explanation of my issues and ways to remedy them. There was no hard sell to continue with classes. The team at Leith Pilates really know their stuff. The induction and classes are excellent value for money. The studio is lovely. Well laid-out, bright and welcoming. They have been very accommodating already with my schedule. I was given some 'homework' to do and already, after a week, I feel a difference. Can't wait to start the real hard work at class!
Charlotte Bosseaux
May 19, 2017
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My excellent osteopath Clotilde Chereau recommended that I do Pilates to help with lower back pain but not just any classes: she told me that I should go and see Andy. I had done Pilates before and hadn't been… particularly convinced but I now I don't know what I'd do if Andy decided to do something else with his life :-) From day 1 I learnt to use muscles I didn't know existed and started to move differently. Andy knows *a lot* about bodies and he pays a lot of attention to what you do in class, and that is very important. I've done yoga/pilates before in classes of 20-30 people. Andy's
Anna Millar
Nov 23, 2016
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I have been attending classes at Leith Pilates for about six months and they are fantastic. Andy gets to know everyone individually and is able to tailor exercises so that you get the best out of each session. He offers alternative exercises depending on problem areas or tightness for each individual. The studio is lovely and the small class sizes mean that you get to know other people so it is really friendly and welcoming. My other half had back problems prior to us starting pilates and he has seen a huge improvement since attending Andy's classes. Leith Pilates is competitively priced compared
