Serina
Serina
Posture & Injury Rehab Specialist
A specialist in posture alignment and injury rehabilitation, known for a knowledgeable, detail-led approach. Serina works closely with osteopaths and begins her 1-to-1 work with a full postural assessment, building personalised programmes for long-term structural health. The same trained eye shapes her group classes, precise cues and accessible modifications for every age and ability, all set to her signature warmth and a little tropical house.
★★★★★“Serina, the injury rehabilitation specialist, performed some magic that was extremely helpful for my ankles.”Zeno A-D. · Google review
Frida
Frida
Injury Recovery & Posture
Frida found Pilates while managing chronic back pain after years as a ballet dancer, within months the pain began to disappear, and she trained professionally to give others the same. Warm, attentive and precise, she brings grace and strength from her ballet background to every session, with personalised corrections even in a busy class. Movement that heals is her passion; movement that empowers is her goal.
★★★★★“I’ve tried a lot of studios and instructors and Frida is genuinely the best I’ve ever had. Her attention to detail is incredible.”Rui Z. · Google review
Blanca
Blanca
High-Energy & Athletic
Blanca’s Pilates journey began five years ago and became her foundation for movement, mindset and performance. A certified Mat and Reformer instructor, she brings real athleticism to the studio, blending creative, challenging flows with an inclusive, high-energy vibe. Off the reformer she competes in Hyrox, boxes, trains Muay Thai, surfs and runs. Come ready to sweat, connect and surprise yourself.
★★★★★“My first time trying reformer and I couldn’t have asked for better. Blanca made it amazing, her energy was contagious.”Jose S. · Google review
Filomena
Filomena
Rehab & Functional Movement
Filomena came to Pilates through her own recovery from full-body hypotonia and muscle atrophy, rebuilding strength and body awareness with a rehab-focused programme she designed herself. A certified instructor approved by YMCA and CIMSPA, she blends Pilates with functional movement, breathwork and visualisation to help clients build resilient, confident strength.
★★★★★“Filomena took the time to show me how everything worked and put me at ease, attentive and patient throughout.”Nicole M. · Google review
Joy
Joy
Neuroscience-Informed
Joy is a Reformer and Mat instructor with a PhD in neuroscience, bringing a science-driven understanding of how movement shapes the brain. Drawn to Pilates for its holistic impact, she teaches with precision and a deep respect for the classical foundations, creating a supportive space where every client feels seen and guided with clarity.
★★★★★“My first class with Joy and I loved it, so many options for each exercise that it was perfectly challenging.”Auguste T. · Google review
Katya
Katya
Classical & Contemporary
Katya trained at the acclaimed Gramercy Pilates Institute in NYC and brings a background in professional dance and acting to her teaching. She weaves the precision of classical reformer with the fluidity of contemporary movement, approaching each session like choreography, thoughtful, energising and attuned to the individual.
★★★★★“Katya was incredibly patient and took the time to explain everything in detail. Would really recommend.”Emili S. · Google review
Tia
Tia
Technique & Performance
Tia teaches the art of mastering your movement, built on a lifetime of high-performance discipline, she dived for England for nine years and is a Sports Science graduate from Loughborough. Her cueing is informed by anatomy and biomechanics, tailoring every flow to meet you exactly where you are, with a detail-driven style focused on control, strength and long-term results.
Gráinne
Gráinne
Classical & Contemporary
Gráinne is a highly experienced Mat and Reformer instructor with over 15 years of teaching and a background in circus and aerial performance. She found Pilates during recovery from a knee injury and has since worked across corporate wellness, physio clinics and studios, combining classical and contemporary work with a focus on precision and sustainable progress.
Maria
Maria
Reformer instructor
Maria is the newest member of the Nelo team. Her full bio is on its way, come and say hello in class in the meantime.