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About us

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Core Connect Pilates is a welcoming, equipment-based Pilates studio in Surbiton, dedicated to helping people move better, feel stronger and live with greater ease. For over 20 years we have specialised in teaching Pilates on Reformer and other apparatus, combining expert guidance with quality equipment to deliver intelligent, full-body movement that supports strength, flexibility and long-term wellbeing.

We believe Pilates is more than just exercise – it’s a way to build resilient movement patterns that make everyday life easier. Whether you are new to Pilates, returning from injury, managing tension or simply seeking to improve how your body functions, our studio offers a supportive and encouraging environment where progress feels steady, personalised and meaningful.

At the heart of our teaching is equipment-based Pilates, with classes designed to use the resistance and support of the Reformer and other apparatus to challenge and develop your body intelligently. This approach allows us to:

  • Strengthen the core and postural muscles that support the spine

  • Improve balance, mobility and overall body alignment

  • Retrain movement patterns to reduce strain and improve efficiency

  • Build strength, stamina and flexibility in one structured session

  • Support rehabilitation and back care through controlled, assisted movement

At Core Connect Pilates, our instructors are expertly trained and accredited, bringing a modern, science-led approach to every session. With influences from leading methodologies, including Polestar principles, our teaching is rooted in precision, alignment, and intelligent progression—so you can move with confidence and get the most out of every class.

We keep our classes intentionally small to create a more connected experience, allowing for personalised guidance and hands-on coaching throughout each 55-minute session.

Our Group Reformer (All Levels) classes are designed to meet you where you are, with tailored instruction that supports both beginners and experienced movers alike. For those ready to elevate their practice, our workout-focused classes deliver a more dynamic, challenging experience while maintaining the same attention to form and control.

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Fully Equipped Studio

Our studio is fully equipped with a complete range of Pilates apparatus, designed to support a balanced, whole-body practice with precision and purpose.

Reformer & Classic Equipment

We offer Reformers alongside the full suite of traditional Pilates equipment, forming the foundation of our method and supporting all levels of experience.

Ladder Barrel

Designed for stretch and spinal mobility, the Ladder Barrel helps improve posture, flexibility, and control through supported, lengthening work.

Combo Chair

A compact yet powerful tool, the Combo Chair challenges strength, stability, and control across all planes of movement for a dynamic, full-body workout.

Cadillac

One of Joseph Pilates’ original designs, the Cadillac is a four-posted frame with a suspended trapeze system. Both supportive and challenging, it’s particularly effective for rehabilitation and full-body conditioning.

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"Lisa is a great instructor. I’ve been doing Reformer Pilates for about 5 years with Lisa and I really enjoy the classes she puts on. There is always variety and challenge. I can also recommend her gym classes where you can use the Pilates equipment, with a tailored programme, to work on the areas you need to – but at your own pace and with help/supervision if you need it. The studio is always clean and tidy, warm and welcoming. Definitely give it a go whether you’ve been doing Pilates for a long time or are a complete beginner. " - Imogen Howat