Joanna is a co-owner of JP Pilates. A keen dancer throughout her childhood, this love of movement continued into her adult life, when she discovered Pilates and fell in love with this form of exercise. Having shunned the corporate life, Joanna is excited to run her own business and hopes that others will find Pilates as beneficial as she has, for both their physical and mental wellbeing. With an appreciation of how some work can be very sedentary, and the loneliness you can sometimes feel if working from home, Joanna values the benefit of a structured exercise class in a social environment, and how this can help achieve a work-life balance. 

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Joanna completed her Reformer teacher training with APPI (The Australian Physiotherapy & Pilates Institute) in 2026. APPI is the only Pilates curriculum in the world to be fully designed, taught and developed by physiotherapists, with their teaching focusing on why a particular exercise is relevant for a particular person. Joanna follows the APPI approach in structuring her classes and always tries to explain the purpose of each exercise in a way that is easy to understand, as a non-physio herself, she knows how confusing physio talk can be!

Penelope is a co-owner of JP Pilates and Joanna's mother! Having enjoyed attending mat Pilates classes for many years, Penny appreciates the value of regular exercise throughout one's life. You may see Penny attending classes as she believes in Joseph's Pilates' quote:

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 “We retire too early and we die too young. Our prime of life should be in the 70’s and old age should not come until we are almost 100.”

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Penny believes movement, exercise and your mental approach to wellbeing keeps you young and it is never too late to learn something new, as she started Reformer Pilates after she retired. 

With a background in ballet, movement has always been a huge part of my life. I’m a Level 3 Mat Pilates qualified instructor with a passion for all forms of Pilates and the way it can transform how you move and feel. My classes are designed to show people a different way of moving and just how versatile Pilates can be. Combining strength, control and flowing movement, I love creating classes that are both challenging and enjoyable, helping you build strength, confidence and a deeper connection with your body. Whether you’re new to Pilates or already love it, my aim is for you to leave every class feeling stronger, energised and excited to come back for more.

Hi! I'm Gracie - I bring a contemporary teaching style grounded in classical Pilates principles, with a strong focus on helping clients build confidence, body awareness, and a strong mind-body connection. I’m passionate about coaching the foundations of movement through intentional programming, alignment-focused teaching, and deep core activation. My clients know me for creating dynamic, challenging classes that remain accessible to all levels through layered progressions and clear, educational cueing.

Movement is at the heart of what I do. As an experienced Pilates & Yoga teacher of more than 10 years I teach classical Pilates underpinned by the Pilates principles. I teach creative classes focusing on alignment, breathing and centring with a strong core focus. My classes are inclusive and for everyone, building strength and flexibility in body and mind.

Lauren is a level 3 HFE qualified Mat and reformer instructor. Her passion for Pilates follows from years of training in dance in many styles including ballet, which then led to her teaching dance for many years. Lauren is very excited to teach in this new location and be part of the Castlefield community.

I’m Leyla, a qualified Mat Pilates, Reformer and dance instructor with a background in professional dance and technical movement training. I bring my experience as a dancer into my Pilates teaching, focusing on alignment, control and movement with intention. My classes are designed to create a calm, positive atmosphere where you can build strength, move mindfully and enjoy the experience, with a good playlist always included.

With a passion for movement and helping others feel confident in their bodies, my Pilates training includes Reformer, Mat, and pre- and postnatal Pilates. Combined with my background in Occupational Therapy, I have developed a strong understanding of the body, movement, rehabilitation, and the importance of helping people build confidence in their everyday lives. I am committed to creating an inclusive and welcoming space where everyone feels supported, regardless of age, ability, fitness level, or health condition. I truly believe movement should be accessible to everyone, and I love helping people discover what their bodies are capable of in a way that feels empowering, safe, and enjoyable. Whether you are completely new to Pilates, returning to movement after injury or pregnancy, managing a health condition, or simply looking to feel stronger and move with greater ease, my aim is to help you feel empowered and supported every step of the way. I bring plenty of energy into my sessions and love creating an uplifting environment where people leave not only feeling physically stronger, but also brighter, more confident, and better than when they arrived. My teaching style is supportive, encouraging, and adaptable, with a strong focus on form, alignment, and connecting anatomy to movement. I aim to make every session purposeful, enjoyable, and accessible, offering modifications and progressions to suit individual needs and abilities.

Hi I’m Jas! I love to focus on authentic Pilates, breath, control and form in a fun environment. I will make sure you feel confident in your movement, whether you are a complete beginner or Pilates regular looking for a challenge. You can expect a full body flow that will leave you feeling empowered, stronger and uplifted!

Movement and fitness have always been a big part of my life, with strength training being a particular passion of mine. After studying Sport & Exercise Sciences at Leeds Uni, I travelled around Southeast Asia, where I discovered Pilates and fell in love with it instantly.

I went on to train as a STOTT Pilates instructor, combining my knowledge of movement and anatomy. Although i am classically trained, I developed a teaching style that combines my love of strength and movement with a contemporary twist. My classes are challenging but fun, with plenty of encouragement, and a lot of spice!

Expect a burn, a laugh and lots of energy. I love combining slower, controlled movements with stronger, more dynamic sequences. There will be plenty of layers to keep you challenged at every level. My goal is for you to leave the studio feeling stronger and empowered by what you’ve achieved.

Lauren holds a Level 3 Mat Pilates Practitioner certification and has a diverse fitness background of gymnastics, weightlifting, dance, snowboarding, bouldering, and more! Originally from Arizona, USA, Lauren has an upbeat personality and teaching style. Lauren will be teaching weekly mat Pilates classes every Wedneday at 5pm, and will also be teaching Mat Pilates at some of our social events.

Hey, Rachael here! I love all things yoga, wellness and community. I’m a 200-hour qualified yoga teacher with a further 50-hour specialisation in Yin. My teaching is rooted in creating a welcoming, inclusive space where you can move, breathe, switch off and reconnect with yourself. I love the balance between energising Vinyasa and slower, more restorative practices, and I believe yoga should leave you feeling both stronger and more grounded. My classes are suitable for all levels, abilities and ages. Modification will be provided for adaptation, simply come with an open mind. If you have any questions or simply want to connect find me on Instagram @rachaelcrompton_