Reviews
Lilia
Antonia’s classes are simply fantastic.
Before my two pregnancies I have attended reformer and mat Pilates with a number of different instructors and Antonia’s classes are by far the best.
The class is challenging in a non-daunting way, incredibly engaging and rewarding. Somehow no matter how tired or what mood you are in at the start, you always end the classes with a great satisfaction, sense of achievement and feeling elevated.
Once expecting, there was no doubt in my head who I will trust in this delicate and beautiful period of my life. Antonia’s deep knowledge, superb attention to detail coupled with her beautiful personality are what makes her the absolute best. I credit my pain free pregnancy and injury free labour to Antonia’s dedicated work
You feel strong, empowered, challenged, supported and motivated as a result of her classes, as well as knowing you are a part of community that even COVID 19 couldn’t break.
08/06/2023
Fiona and Tony
We have been training with Antonia for many years, originally studio and now online. She is the BEST pilates teacher in our opinion and she makes you work hard but you feel the difference and I would highly recommend her classes. Doing the classes virtually Antonia keeps her eagle eyes on you and doesn’t miss anything and it is just as effective as training in a studio. We have also used her on a 121 basis for injury / rehabilitation. When I had a big surgery last year Antonia helped me to get back to my usual self over 121s and it was a godsend to have her train me slowly and carefully.
We can’t recommend her enough!
07/06/2023
Viktoriya
I’ve started my Pilates classes with Antonia in 2014, after I had my first child and she helped me to fully regain my pre-pregnancy strength and posture. During my years in London, I’ve also tried yoga, personal trainings, running, swimming - but I always went back to Antonia’s classes. After my second child and bad back aches, it was Antonia that again rescued my body and mind! During Covid-19, she started to offer online classes and I couldn’t be happier as my family moved to France.
It’s been now several years that I join her zoom pilates from Paris twice a week and 8 years on from my 1st pilates class, I continue to thoroughly enjoy her classes - they are well structured, quite challenging but very rewarding, and most importantly she keeps you engaged 200% throughout with her eagle eye (she calls out for any needed posture corrections or slacking :)), her incredible positive energy and ability to push you further every time in a safe and fun way! She is the best instructor I ever had and I am so grateful to have discovered her Pilates!
27/12/2022
Katie
Pilates with Antonia has changed my life -- really! As someone who has suffered from back issues my entire life, Antonia's classes are perfect for me. I've tried other workout classes, physical therapy, and many other methods of curing back pain and strengthening key areas like my core and glutes, but none have really been effective. Within weeks of enrolling in classes with Antonia, I noticed an incredible difference in my body's strength, which has alleviated my back pain, and toned my body. Antonia wants the best for her clients, providing the right mixture of motivation, toughness, and encouragement, and helps you accomplish what you thought you couldn't do. Plus, she's a stickler for form which means you're in very safe and capable hands. I leave every class feeling completely in awe of what I just did, exhausted, but ready to conquer the day. I cannot recommend her classes highly enough.
20/08/2021
Judith
I was so happy to discover Antonia was doing prenatal classes as I’d really missed her high energy, challenging classes since becoming pregnant. Unlike some other prenatal classes I tried I felt really encouraged and supported to challenge myself within safe limits, and found I was capable of much more than I would have thought, even when I was a full on beach-ball! Since having my baby I’ve gone back to her regular mat classes which I’ve found really helpful with re-building my strength and getting back to myself. Couldn’t recommend more.
21/08/2021
Maria
If you haven’t had a class with Antonia yet, click book NOW! Her prenatal classes were the favourite part of my day and I kept at it until the very last minute. It was so important to me to continue to feel strong for labour. At birth, the midwife asked me if I had been doing Pilates as my daughter was born comfortably. Antonia has literally saved me from sciatica pain, joint discomfort, headaches and all the lovely perks that come with a growing bump. I cannot recommend her enough!
10/06/2021
Roberto
I started doing Antonia's classes online this year having done Pilates for several years due to high-impact sporting injuries. Despite being virtual, Antonia has a knack of really pushing you to your limits and noticing each individual's technique (not always a good thing!) and how you can improve. I would recommend Antonia's sessions for anyone out there keen to develop greater mobility and strength.
21/04/2021
Krysia
Having always been a bit dubious about what difference a low impact exercise like Pilates could have, I've definitely been proven wrong by Antonia's classes. I've tried a few others over the past few years but haven't found any other instructor that pushes pupils the way she does. She is firm but extremely knowledgeable and I have noticed a huge difference to my core strength and minimalised back and shoulder ache over the past 18 months. I highly recommend her classes.
21/10/2020
Annabelle
Antonia has been teaching me Pilates for about a decade and I wouldn’t go anywhere else. She provides a dynamic class and pushes you to be your best. Over lockdown, her classes have moved to zoom, which at first I wasn’t sure about, but her eye for detail is even more impressive and she is able to correct you and motivate you even when you’re not in the same room. I totally trust her to look after me and she goes well beyond any other teacher I’ve ever had and takes a personal interest in all our aches, pains and moans!
19/10/2020
Claire
Antonia is an incredible teacher - her classes are always varied and fun and I always finish the class feeling positive and motivated.
She knows just how to hard to push to get the best out of you and even over Zoom she doesn’t miss anything! Since training with her my back is no longer sore and my core has strengthen.
I have tried other pilates classes over the years and none compare to Antonia’s - she the best teacher out there.
19/10/2020
Andrea
I've been really enjoying my virtual pilates class with Antonia all the way in Singapore in the comfort of my living room. The classes are intense, Antonia is very attentive and I have really seen the benefits of stronger core, tighter muscles and increased flexibility.
16/10/2020
Neda
Thank you Antonia for consistently providing fantastic classes for us. You are an amazing teacher. I in particular love the fact that each one of your classes are different, I enjoy the variety of the movements and the amazing stretches. You are inspiring and always push us that one step further.
I have learned so much about my body and how to move it. Thank you so much for inviting us all into your life each and every day. We are blessed.
15/10/2020
Anna
I love Antonia’s Pilates Classes. She’s such an energetic knowledgeable teacher, with an eagle eye. Once she corrects your movement you know you’ll be getting the most out of your workout and avoiding injury as well. Her classes are always enjoyable and leaves you looking forward to attending the next session. I haven’t come across a better Pilates teacher.
15/10/2020
Paul
When I first joined Antonia’s class five years ago, I was in my mid-forties and whatever core strength I’d once had was gone: my spine wasn’t properly supported and I had near continuous, debilitating pain in my legs and lower back. Cycling wasn’t going to sort that out; neither was playing football, or lifting weights. What I needed was Pilates, and above all Pilates with Antonia. Her class wasn’t easy: it felt as though I was using muscles I’d never used before, and Antonia has an uncanny sense of her students’ limits – and how to push them. I took her class three times a week. After three months, the back pain had gone, never to return. After a year with her, I was stronger, had better posture, felt more elastic and solid on my two feet – and I no longer woke up every morning with a crick in my neck. Since then I have taken classes with other teachers, but Antonia has been the only constant. No one works her students so hard or so effectively; no one can pace a class or motivate people like she does. Her instructions are so precise and complete that you could take her class with your eyes closed. For that reason her style works perfectly online, and just as in the studio, she can see if you’re shirking, or if you’re doing anything unsafe: Antonia is always watching. There is no one quite like her. She has changed my life.
13/10/2020
Ellie
Having had a total ankle replacement after years of barely walking , let alone any form of exercise , my surgeon suggested I needed to do pilates as my overall strength had become so poor . I was lucky to find Antonia , she was amazing from the start, tuning the exercises for me around my healing ankle . My surgeon and physio have both been very impressed, by my new found core strength and my overall general strength, posture and walking. I am certain this is all thanks to my pilates classes . I feel for the first time in years physically strong and can not praise Antonia enough , she has been a big part in my successful recovery.
01/10/2020
Jody
I have always loved Antonia’s mat and reformer classes - really tough with great choreographed flow and direction. After taking some time off following a life changing health diagnosis – I actively sought out Antonia when I was ready to re-join the Pilates world and get my strength back. Antonia’s one-to-one classes were invaluable to my rehabilitation – I honestly can’t recommend her highly enough.
29/07/2020
Alicia
I used to go to Antonia’s mat classes in London, and then I moved to Canada. I missed her - I have not been to another Pilates teacher who conducts as fluid and strong a class. I was thrilled when Antonia started to offer her classes online. Because of the time difference, I am able to attend her mat class first thing in the morning, and then go to work. Taking Antonia's classes puts everything in place: my back has less problems, my knees are more flexible, and my posture has improved. And Antonia still sees everything - I work as hard as I did when we were in the studio, and she is still able to give me corrections and adjustments.
08/07/2020
Zoe
Antonia has single handedly made me into a Pilates super fan! Her classes are consistently challenging as well as fun. She is loving but firm in her teaching, which allows us all to work within our facility but push our limits. I would recommend Antonia’s classes without hesitation.
14/03/2014
Amanda
I discovered Pilates with Antonia several years ago, and I’ve followed her from studio to studio ever since, because the fact is I have never been able to find another instructor who could come close. Even if you have experienced Pilates, Pilates with Antonia is completely different, namely because she pushes you to the absolute limits of your endurance, but with a lot of emphasis on technique so you are always safe. My posture, stamina and overall body have completely changed since I started her class, and most importantly I have discovered a physical strength I never thought I could have. Knowing that has given me so much confidence in my everyday life. If you’re after a lean, feminine dancer’s physique, and can handle a tough class with the occasional giggle (there are moments!), she’s definitely the woman for you.
05/06/2015
Lee
I have been attending small group Pilates classes run by Antonia for about 4 years. When I first began her classes I was very unsure of my ability and with her encouragement I have gained confidence and improved my technique. As an Instructor she is excellent. She is able to watch each person in the group and ensure that they are working correctly and assists in correcting technique. She encourages clients to work to their maximum whilst always being mindful of any personal problems that might need to be addressed. She is very reliable and always warm and welcoming when I arrive – even at 7.00 am!! She has helped me to enjoy Pilates and encouraged me to try new exercises. I will be very sorry not to work with her in the future and can only wish her continued success in her career. She is a talented Instructor and dedicated to her work.
10/10/2014
Ely
After suffering back problems for many years, I started attending Pilates small group classes. Pilates has kept my back problems at bay and increased my level of flexibility and core strength. Antonia has taught me in both mat and small group classes for over a year. She knows my strengths and weaknesses and has the ability to take care of me when I have any aches or pains, but also push me when I am fighting fit. She can work with clients on different levels at the same time and give a wide and varied class to each and every client. She can tailor your class to suit your needs. I believe my level of strength has increased over the last year and this has been due to my time with Antonia.
10/06/2014
Affi
I've always suffered from lower back pain, especially after having my twins. I tried lots of Physio-therapy, seeing specialist after specialist, without result.
Then I discovered Pilates. I had weak muscles in my lower back but once I started Pilates I began to feel better in myself - my lower back pain went and the complements about my (welcome) six-pack arrived!
Antonia has been instructing me for about nine years, responsibly pushing me to my limit and beyond, only made possible by her no-nonsense yet humorous encouragement and manner. Thank you Pilates - Thank you Antonia
14/03/2014
Paola
I've been attending Antonia's Pilates classes (both small group sessions and mat classes) for 4 years. In that time, Antonia has built my core strength (much needed after two pregnancies) and re shaped my arms and legs to appear longer and leaner. What I love most about Antonia's classes is the energy and dynamism she brings. They are never boring. She always mixes things up to keep me engaged, interested and wanting more! I've had Pilates sessions in the past that are so formulaic and routine that it almost feels like a chore. Antonia's classes make you feel energised, realigned and renewed. Antonia is a fantastic teacher and provides first class expertise in Pilates. She is simply a joy to be around and her classes are the highlight of my week.
07/03/2014