Hello
Hello! I'm Celine and I have been teaching Pilates, Barre Pilates, Yoga and Zumba in Eastbourne since 2012. I absolutely love teaching classes and my students come in all ages, shapes and sizes. I was delighted to receive the Best Pilates Studio in Eastbourne Award, in recognition of my commitment to quality and satisfaction.
My approach to teaching is fun, friendly, welcoming and above all, professional. Many of my students have been with me for several years and I always make sure that newcomers feel safe and included when they first join. I believe that attending a fitness class isn’t just about getting fit or losing weight, it's also about taking care of your social and emotional wellbeing. It is an opportunity to meet new people, connect with others and improve your physical fitness and mental wellbeing.
Over the years, I have developed my own teaching style to ensure that my classes are never boring or repetitive. For example, I often use small hand weights to help build up upper body strength or incorporate yoga poses, such as the Yoga tree, to work on balance. I very often include a mindful meditation practice at the end of my Pilates classes, which helps to calm and soothe your mind and leave you feeling rejuvenated.
What Pilates means to me
I first discovered Pilates when I was looking for an exercise programme to help address persistent back pain issues. I also needed to strengthen my abdominals after having three children and my sedentary job had left me feeling tired and lacking in energy and strength. As I hit my early 40's, I realised that I needed to do something to reduce the impact of ageing and Pilates has proven to be a powerful and effective form of exercise. I am stronger, fitter and more flexible than I probably was in my 20's!
I have now reached the age of 56 and I honestly believe that if it wasn't for Pilates, my body would be in bad shape. I still have my curves and don't look like those tall skinny people you see on all those Pilates adverts and YouTube videos.
I teach real Pilates for real people!
My students come in all ages, shapes and fitness level, from the super fit to those who haven't exercised in years. I have seen for myself the huge benefits of maintaining an active lifestyle through regular exercise. The power of Pilates to change your body and your mindset cannot be under-estimated!
When I am not teaching...
When I'm not teaching classes, I enjoy spending time with my family and friends, going on adventures in my camper van 'Scooby', walking, reading, singing, pottering in my garden, eating out and going to the theatre, cinema and comedy nights.
I also manage Eden Blue Centre and The Happy Place Choir, which keeps me busy!
Eden Blue Centre - community wellbeing hub: www.edenblue.co.uk
The Happy Place Choir - rock, pop & gospel choir: www.happyplacechoir.co.uk
With love and gratitude,
Celine
