Know More
About Redfly Pilates
About CARLY
My Story
I turned to Pilates after 2 big babies and C-sections. I was struggling with back pain and overall lack of strength, particularly core strength partly from Diastasis recti (abdominal muscle separation). I needed to feel stronger.
Pilates changed my life.
I fell in love with how feeling strong and improving my mobility and flexibility felt and wanted to help others. Noticing how incorporating other movement practices enhanced my training. A lover of Yoga and understanding the importance of mobility and resistance training, I love mixing things up.
I trained and qualified in Mat Pilates at FutureFit London in 2022. I quit the day job, threw myself into building Redfly Pilates and never looked back!
Who I'm Not...
- An ex-gymnast or dancer
- A poser on Insta
- A wearer of posh leggings
- A follower of fashion or fads
- Part of the Pilates Police
Who I Am...
- A busy Mum to boys and rescue Lurchers
- A perimenopausal women with Diastasis recti
- A devotee of movement! Pilates, Yoga, running and swimming
- A lover of Italian wine, French cheese, sunshine and the ocean
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Redfly Pilates right for me?
Beginners are welcome and all classes are mixed ability. Most exercises can be adapted and modified. You will need to be able to move freely from floor to standing and have the all clear from your medical practitioner. Everyone begins from a unique baseline shaped by their anatomy, and life experience.
“Start where you are.
Use what you have.
Do what you can.” -Arthur Ashe
But I’m nervous and not used to group classes?
Most of us are the same! The hardest part is turning up. The rest is easy! Redfly Pilates is more than just a workout. For many, it’s the one hour in the week away from work/home and stress. A place to feel seen and supported and have the freedom to breathe, move and take back ownership of their body. Confidence is built and transformation begins.
We also have a laugh!
What do I need to bring to classes?
What’s all this about equipment?
Redfly Pilates LOVES equipment! Small Balls, Magic Circle, Long resistance bands, small resistance bands, Light weights, Pilates Bar.
Here’s why… it adds resistance, improves stability by challenging balance. It can wake up muscles that traditional mat work can miss. Equipment can also help with the exercise, providing support and alignment. Ultimately, tapping into that all important mind-muscle connection.
How does payment work?
Classes are £11 for one full hour. Classes are paid in advance in monthly block bookings after your first class. A small commitment to yourself that helps you stay on track. This block payment reserves your space in the class requested for the month ahead. If you’re unable to make your class, a swap to another class within that block may be permitted if there is space and with prior arrangement.