Business Details
14 Years
experience
Specialist Pilates & Rehabilitation Services in Kent
Established in Tonbridge, Kent, Ismini Studios has been delivering specialist Pilates and Feldenkrais Method instruction since 2012. Our founder, a certified practitioner with over 20 years' experience, created this studio to provide accessible movement education for diverse physical needs. We offer tailored classes for all abilities, including rehabilitation programmes for breast cancer recovery, neurological conditions and back pain management. Our team of qualified instructors delivers both group sessions and private lessons, combining traditional Pilates with innovative approaches like bootybarre.With two dedicated teaching spaces across Kent and East Sussex, we maintain strict class size limits to ensure individual attention. Our evidence-based methods have helped hundreds improve posture, mobility and overall wellbeing, supported by client testimonials documenting measurable recovery outcomes. We maintain professional affiliations with complementary health organisations and hold regular continuing education workshops for instructors.
Services
Pilates classes
Bootybarre workouts
Feldenkrais Method
Breast cancer rehabilitation
Neurological rehabilitation
Back pain management
Pregnancy Pilates
Corporate retreats
Details
- Year established: 2012
Highlights and features
- We offer Pilates rehabilitation programmes developed with healthcare professionals
- Our instructors hold specialist qualifications in ante/postnatal and neurological rehabilitation
- We maintain class sizes under 10 for personalised instruction
- We provide evidence-based programmes for chronic pain management
- Our team includes award-winning complementary health practitioners
What people say
Improved mobility
Supportive instructors
Effective rehabilitation
Personalised approach
Positive recovery outcomes
Services
Pilates classes
Our Pilates classes combine traditional mat work with equipment-based exercises to improve core strength, posture and flexibility. Sessions cater for all levels from complete beginners to advanced practitioners, with specialist modifications for rehabilitation needs. The practice enhances body awareness and movement efficiency through controlled, precise movements.
Bootybarre workouts
Bootybarre classes integrate Pilates principles with ballet-inspired movements and light strength training. This hybrid format targets gluteal muscles and core stability while improving overall body alignment. The low-impact, high-engagement format suits those seeking functional strength with aesthetic benefits in a supportive group environment.
Feldenkrais Method
The Feldenkrais Method uses gentle movement sequences to re-educate neuromuscular patterns, improving coordination and reducing pain. Our Awareness Through Movement classes and Functional Integration sessions enhance body awareness, helping clients discover more efficient movement habits for daily life and physical activities.
Breast cancer rehabilitation
Specialist rehabilitation programmes follow clinical guidelines for post-mastectomy recovery, focusing on lymphatic drainage exercises and mobility restoration. Our Breast Cancer Exercise Specialists work closely with medical professionals to ensure safe progression from initial recovery through to full functional restoration and ongoing wellbeing maintenance.
Neurological rehabilitation
We provide movement therapy for neurological conditions including Parkinson's and multiple sclerosis. Our approach combines Pilates-based strengthening with Feldenkrais Method techniques to improve motor control, balance and functional mobility, adapting exercises to individual symptom profiles and progression stages.
People
Ismini
Founder & Lead Instructor
Certified Pilates and Feldenkrais practitioner with 20+ years' experience, specialising in rehabilitation. Winner of Complementary Health Practitioner Award and Health & Beauty Champion of the Year 2023. Develops evidence-based programmes for diverse physical needs.
Questions
Do you offer specialist rehabilitation programmes?
Yes, we provide medically-informed rehabilitation programmes for breast cancer recovery, neurological conditions and back pain management, delivered by instructors with specialist healthcare training.
Are classes suitable for complete beginners?
All our classes maintain small sizes to accommodate all abilities, with instructors providing modifications to ensure safe participation for complete beginners through to advanced practitioners.
Can pregnant women attend Pilates classes?
We offer ante-natal Pilates classes specifically designed for pregnancy, with modified exercises to support changing bodies while maintaining core strength and posture.
What locations do you operate from?
Our main studio operates from The Medway School of Ballroom Dancing in Tonbridge, with additional private session availability at Valentine Voice Care Centre in East Sussex.
Do you provide corporate wellness sessions?
Yes, we design bespoke team-building retreats combining Pilates and Feldenkrais Method sessions to improve workplace wellbeing and physical awareness.
Are private lessons available?
Private one-to-one sessions are available at both our Tonbridge and East Sussex locations, with tailored programmes to address individual rehabilitation or fitness goals.
