Equipment & Reformer Pilates in Forest Hill, SE23

Anne has been working with Rebecca since 2018. Initially looking for some help with painful knees and shoulders, she discovered a love for Pilates and has been attending weekly personalised equipment sessions ever since. 

“My mobility, strength and balance have all improved.  I’ve enjoyed meeting and  working with all of the teachers at Restore. The studio is calm and light-filled and I always feel better after my sessions.”

After medical treatment for an acute episode of a neurological condition, Yuji was looking to rebuild strength and improve his gait.  He has been attending weekly Equipment Duo sessions and says:

“I’m so glad I found Restore Pilates.  Helen challenges me in a positive way that keeps me progressing, but always tailors everything to how I’m feeling that day. The sessions have made a real difference to my strength, movement and confidence.”

Since joining one of our small group sessions to help with aches and pains, Michalina has discovered a movement practice that brings her joy.  

“Restore Pilates is amazing and I’d highly recommend the classes to everyone. I started my journey with reformer Pilates a year ago and I loved it ever since – I have gained strength and flexibility, and it has been invaluable for my back.  All teachers are super attentive, and the atmosphere in classes is lovely.”

Min is a specialist pre and post-natal Pilates teacher.  Initially looking for some help to improve her shoulder strength and function, she has continued working with us and values the personalised approach of our equipment duos.

“I love Restore because the team really understands the biomechanics of the body. Every session is tailored to how I’m feeling on the day.  I’m usually the one looking after people, my session with Val is my one hour a week that’s just for me.”

Pilates was suggested to Alex by her physiotherapist to support her treatment for a herniated disc. After attending some initial 1:1 sessions she joined a small group reformer class. 

“When I joined Restore I was in a huge amount of pain and unable to participate in sport which is so important to me.  What I love about the service is how tailored it is to your needs, the instructors are all true experts.  I am now back to playing sport and feeling so much stronger”

“Pilates at Restore has really added to my quality of life.  My strength and posture have all improved to the point where I can get out into the garden whenever I want.  Every session is tailored to me and I like that, as well as working hard, there is a light heated and welcoming environment in the studio.”

Recurrent back pain was stopping David from enjoying gardening. He started at Restore to get some help with posture, strength and balance.  And his sessions have also supported him to regain core strength after hernia surgery.  

“Pilates at Restore has really added to my quality of life.  My strength and posture have all improved and I can get out into the garden whenever I want.  Every session is tailored to me and, as well as working hard, I appreciate the light hearted and welcoming environment in the studio.”

An osteopath recommended that Josh try Pilates to help with his recovery from a lower back disc injury.  

“I’m now back playing football once a week and have started running again. The work I’m doing with Rebecca and the team has helped me have a better appreciation of my movement patterns and given me strength in areas that are neglected in traditional exercise programs. I would recommend Restore to anyone looking to anyone dealing with injuries or looking to prevent further injury”

Astrid’s clinical massage therapist suggested she get in touch with us. As a competitive table tennis player with a scoliosis, some low back pain and shoulder niggles; she was looking sessions to help reduce pain and prevent injury. 

“Restore is a fantastic studio.  Rebecca and all the teachers are extremely knowledgeable and take care to prepare sessions that are truly tailored to the individual. I’m able to move much better and I feel stronger and more balanced, plus it’s also lots of fun!”

Tanya came to Restore looking for a holistic and inclusive approach to movement, as well as some help with hip and knee pain.  After some initial 1:1 sessions she joined an equipment duo and really feels the benefit of her weekly session. 

“Restore is a wonderful place with great people, warm, understanding, professional and supportive. It’s a body positive Pilates studio where everything is adapted to individual needs. The sessions have really helped me – it’s part of my routine now and the benefits are worth it”