About Rachel

Rachel rejoined us in September ‘24, fresh from teaching at some of London’s most highly regarded Classical Pilates studios, including New York Pilates London and Pi Studio Battersea. She’s teaching from the new Colyton Mill Studio, offering Private 1-1 and small group workouts.

Rachel became a full-time Pilates teacher in 2005, certified with Bob Liekens through Power Pilates in New York City. Whilst living in the USA, she taught at the Power Pilates head quarters in New York and across the Washington DC area. 

In her years of teaching Pilates, Rachel has studied with and taken workshops from some of the Pilates world’s most influential teachers, including Jay Grimes, Kathy Ross Nash,  Cary Regan, Mejo Wiggins, Peter Fiasca,  Dorothee VandeWalle,  Michelle Larsen and Alicia Ungaro.

Rachel's approach to teaching is compassionate, understanding the individual’s goals, needs and physical ability. You will move, have fun and feel great after your workout!

Originally from Manchester, Rachel trained as a classical ballet dancer and had a 17 year career as a professional dancer.



Rachel was an instrumental reason for my nearly decade long (so far) love affair with Pilates. Under her direction, my body grew stronger, more flexible and better balanced. Every activity I do, I do better now because of Pilates. It’s not exercise for me, it’s a way of life.
— Apparatus studio client

 

Colyton Mill Pilates Studio, Devon

Classical Pilates Mat Class- for 7 people.

Tuesdays 18.30

Wednesdays 09.30 COMING SOON Mat and More

Saturdays 11.30 COMING SOON

Contact me to register your interest and more information about dates and fees.


Group Equipment Class- For 3 people.

Tuesdays 17.15

Contact me to register your interest and more information about dates and fees.


1-1 Pilates equipment sessions

These are great for a Pilates equipment workout that is specially tailored to your body and fitness level.

Monday evenings

Tuesdays from 15.00

Wednesday mornings

Saturdays from 09.00

If you are interested in 1-1 sessions with me please contact me to arrange an appointment.

My 2024 pricing for a 55min studio session:

A single 1-1 session with me is £60

A pack of 5 1-1 sessions in £285


New York Pilates, Queens Park, London

Regular guest teacher, contact me for more information.


Rachel is a wonderful Pilates teacher. Her detailed and exacting instruction helped make Pilates understandable and accessible to me. She tailored her classes to my level of ability, keeping me engaged and challenged. The breadth of her experience and training made me feel like I had a direct connection to Joseph Pilates and Romana Kryzanowska. I whole-heartedly recommend her.
— Apparatus studio client