Embracing wellness, empowering fitness
Laura is a highly qualified and experienced instructor, offering classes in Yoga, Pilates, Dance, and fitness to the Bournemouth area. With a background in contemporary dance, she gained an in-depth understanding of the body and health at the prestigious Laban Dance school in London. Since then, she has added numerous strings to her bow, becoming a qualified Yoga and Pilates instructor, Personal trainer, and postnatal fitness specialist. Laura's classes are designed to be accessible for all ages and abilities, whether you want to improve fitness, relieve stress, or simply have fun.
Classes
Laura offers a variety of classes, each with its own unique focus and benefits.
*Yoga*
Yoga is an ancient practice, originating in India around 5,000 years ago. It is a holistic approach to health, encompassing physical, mental, and spiritual wellbeing. Regular practice can improve strength, flexibility, and balance. It can also help manage conditions such as high blood pressure, heart disease, depression, and stress. Laura's Yoga classes are open to all abilities and are based on the physical aspects of Yoga, aiming to improve flexibility, strength, and balance.
*Pilates*
Pilates is a physical fitness system developed in the early 20th century by Joseph Pilates. It focuses on spinal and pelvic alignment, breathing, developing a strong core or center, and improving coordination and balance. Regular practice can improve posture, alignment, muscle tone and flexibility, core strength and joint mobility, as well as relieve stress and tension. Laura's Pilates classes are suitable for all ages and abilities and are based on the original Joseph Pilates exercises.
*Dance*
Laura is a trained dancer, specialising in Ballet and contemporary dance. She offers classes to children and adults in Ballet and contemporary dance, as well as wedding dance choreography, fun classes for hen parties, and contemporary dance workshops for schools.
*Other Classes*
In addition to Yoga, Pilates, and Dance, Laura offers a range of other classes, including personal training, postnatal fitness, and specialised classes for children.
Private Classes
For those who prefer a more personalised approach, Laura offers 1 to 1 classes in Yoga, Pilates, personal training, or postnatal fitness, in the comfort of your own home. These classes are tailored to your individual needs and can include an individual exercise plan, if requested.
Instructors and Teaching Style
The reviewers praise Laura's calm, non-judgmental, and welcoming teaching style, which creates a sense of comfort and relaxation in her classes. She is described as knowledgeable, experienced, and serious about the practice, while also being friendly and approachable.
Class Environment
The reviews highlight the relaxed and supportive environment Laura creates for her students. The classes are described as calm, non-judgmental, and tailored to the needs of new mothers, allowing them to attend with their babies. The instructors work around feeding and baby noises, making it feel welcoming and inclusive.
Benefits of the Classes
Many reviewers appreciate the physical benefits they have experienced through Laura's classes, such as increased strength and flexibility. They also mention the sense of community and camaraderie they have developed with fellow students. Some have reported improved body recovery after childbirth, and others have noticed a reduction in chronic pain and fatigue.
Individualized Attention
Laura is praised for her ability to adapt her classes to meet the individual needs of her students. She designed a specific program for one reviewer, John D., taking into account his limitations and goals. This personalized approach has helped many students achieve their goals and feel more confident in their abilities.
