CLiENT FEEDBACK
I was persuaded to take up Pilates by my physiotherapist who had all but given up trying to alleviate my lower back pain. What a transformation – Ella is the equivalent of WD-40, but for muscles and joints! She is also very caring and considerate in tailoring exercises for your particular needs.
Peter, Battersea
I have been doing Pilates with Ella for about 4 years and she has totally changed my life! Having turned 50 with a sedentary job, my body was falling to pieces. I am now in better shape than I have ever been! Ella is enthusiastic and encouraging and always has a smile on her face. Classes are always different which is nice as you don’t get bored! Thanks Ella for all your help over the years!
Paul, Battersea
I’ve been doing Pilates with Ella for about 10 years. I used to have some awful aches and pains in my back and neck which are a distant memory now. Having tried and tested other Pilates instructors in the past (sorry Ella!) I can confirm nobody comes close to a class with Ella; her professionalism, expertise and sense of humour make for an unbeatable session every time ... And the transformation in my flexibility and strength is obvious. Ella doesn’t just instruct on what to do, she has taught me to listen to my body and understand what feels right. I feel healthy, confident and strong.
Katie, Ealing
My pilates lessons with EC Vitality have been invaluable in so many ways...not only have they helped resolve an ongoing issue with my lower back, but they also have helped me get my strength back after 3 children. Pilates with Ella helps me every day from they way I walk, breathe and pick up a very heavy 6 month old. My weekly lesson is an essential ...and something I really couldn't be without....it is tailored to my needs and Ella responds to any changes and niggles....helping to keep me on the go, whilst looking after my body.
Jo, Wandsworth
"I have been training with Ella for over two years, and despite relocating during this time, I have continued my Pilates sessions at EC Vitality. Every session is progressive and tailored to my individual needs, but most importantly FUN. For both your mind and body, this is the best hour you will spend all week. I couldn't recommend her more strongly."
M.A, Wimbledon
“Ella is almost unique. Her primary focus is to understand your body and what it is capable of and what weaknesses or injuries might exist. She then builds a programme for you to strengthen and maximise your mobility. She has a deep knowledge of the biology of the body. She is cautious and develops your programme as you strengthen, to avoid aggravating any existing problems. She is a wonderful and empathetic person. My days are bright after my sessions
with her!”
Camilla, Architect, Battersea
“Ella’s enthusiasm and incredible knowledge of Pilates is doubled up by her love for life. I’ve enjoyed every class more than the last, made tangible gains quicker than I ever hoped and look forward to becoming stronger and pain-free in the near future!”
Martin, 30, Head of Delivering Happiness, Tech Startups, London
“My history as a rugby player and now as a competitor in ultra running events has put a great deal of stress on my body. I now know how to deal with the pressures of a high impact sport and a sedentary job where sitting for 7 hours a day is normal. For me, that balance is a structured conditioning program and regular Pilates sessions with Ella.
Ella woke me up to realise I have to listen to my body and I can’t build my muscles without conditioning them. I have attended a regular Pilates class for over 3 years in which time my flexibility has improved, my constant back pain has diminished and the tension in my body dissolved.
In addition to the regular Pilates classes, I have also had several 1-1 high-intensity Thai Yoga massages with Ella to kick start my flexibility and show me the benefits of a good posture which was invaluable.
The initial intense rehabilitation helped to realign my body, and the regular classes keep me in check. In 3 years I have been transformed from being unable to run a mile without being in pain to a state where I am comfortable running long distances and am about to run the Marathon Des Sables!
Suffice to say Ella has made a big impact on my life. The key strengths Ella possess which make her a great teacher are; great understanding of the human body, being very friendly & personable and really caring about everyone’s well being”.
Alex, 31, Media Sales & Triathlete Coach, London
“I started Pilates only recently and do a one hour class with Ella once a week. The classes are small (maximum of 5 people), so you get a lot of personal attention, and they are structured so you can choose how hard you want to work. In a relatively short time I think I have seen big changes in my flexibility (Ella might say differently!) and also my core strength is improving and my posture is getting better. And on top of that, the classes are fun. In my experience, Ella is a great Pilates teacher and I look forward to my class each week. I would most definitely recommend Ella”.
Simon, 59, Accountant, London
“I’ve been doing Pilates with Ella for a few years and she is the real deal. She really knows her stuff and I would recommend her to anyone. Through her classes, I have massively increased my core strength and flexibility, and have undoubtedly avoided a whole catalogue of injuries because of that.”
Steve, Finance Manager, Media, London
“Since I have been visiting Ella’s Pilates lessons I have been able to manage my lower back pain much better. Her lessons are hard work but have been improving my flexibility and strength astonishingly fast.”
Markus, Artist, Battersea
“Ella is a brilliant teacher like no other. She has helped me prepare and get stronger for an arctic ski adventure, and also recover from pregnancy and a bad back. I would highly recommend her small and friendly classes.”
Pippa, Doctor, NHS, London
"I am not the sportiest person in the world but have been doing Pilates with Ella for over 2 years now, and I have really noticed the difference it makes to my posture and my waistline! She is an infectiously enthusiastic teacher who can cater for all levels and knows just how far to push you. She makes the class fun which gives you all the motivation you need to keep going back – I hate the gym, but I genuinely look forward to going to Pilates every week.”
Lucy, Group Partnerships Manager, London
“As a Pilates Teacher, I work with my body every day and often need some manual manipulation to iron out the kinks! I am always on the lookout for something extra special that I can refer my clients to for relaxation and stress relief alongside deep tissue stretch and mobilisation. I have known Ella for many years. She is passionate about her work, caring about her clients and hugely experienced with the body in motion. Not only have I benefitted from the wonderful work of Ella via Thai Yoga Massage, but I have also seen a change in my own clients too, who have taken this path. I cannot recommend her highly enough!”
Sasha, Pilates Instructor, Chiswick, London
“When I first came to see Ella I was suffering from lower back pain as a direct result of years of playing squash and golf. Within 3 months Ella has strengthened my core and hugely improved my flexibility. I am now playing sport pain and injury free. I found the work outs to be challenging and great fun and I have no hesitation in recommending Ella.”
Scott, Investment Banker, Surrey
“Ella first introduced me to traditional Thai Yoga massage and I immediately felt comfortable with her warm and professional manner. I booked 10 weekly sessions and during that time we worked on my general well-being, deportment, and flexibility. She noticed that when I turned to either my right or my left to look at something that I didn’t move just my head, but my whole body from the waist up as my neck and shoulders were both rigid. Ella structured our sessions around general well-being and this problem, giving me exercises to do in between sessions, and although sometimes uncomfortable for me to do, I was getting results. Over the years I’ve seen several therapists and Ella is the only person to notice and offer me a solution to my neck/shoulder problem. Visually, my neck has changed shape completely; now it is narrower, and I have lost the muscle build-up from both sides and with both muscle and tension disappearing, I feel very much better in myself. My deportment has improved and I am much more confident. I will stay a client of Ella for as long as she is available. I write this testimonial with love and gratitude.”
Ann, Reiki Healer, Kensington, London
“Ella has a magical way of imparting her extensive knowledge of Pilates, being vigilant over her pupils and ensuring we all emerge energised after our class. She has literally transformed the way I feel from aches and stiffness to a general feeling of wellbeing. I wouldn’t be without her and my regular Pilates class!”
Claudia, Editorial Administrator, Television Network, London
“I enjoy holistic treatments as part of my well-being regime but had always opted for a Swedish massage. I had heard about Thai Yoga massage but never tried it until I had a session with Ella. It proved to be completely different from what I expected. Instead of falling asleep and snoring loudly till the end (as per usual) I was made to breathe deeply at specific intervals and consciously think about the stretches and movements. It was a real change to what I was used to and being so much more involved was very fulfilling. It was all about opening up and improving the flow of energy in the body. I was stretched, rocked, walked on and pulled, all the time having to focus on breathing deeply to flood the area being treated with oxygen.
Ella was instructive without being bossy but was firm and sometimes unforgiving. By the end of the therapy, I discovered why; I felt completely changed, totally revitalised and almost light headed and lifted in fact. I would recommend her as a therapist to anyone looking for a REAL Thai Yoga massage and will certainly be going back as soon as I feel the need for another relaxing workout.”
Ayo, Company Director, London
“Ella has a wonderfully warm and easy-going approach. Her touch is sensitive and confident, and I was so relaxed when I left it felt as though I was walking on air!”
Ben, Physiotherapist, London
“I wasn’t sure what to expect with Thai Massage having only heard that I should bring comfy clothes and that it was a bit like ‘Lazy Person’s Yoga’, so I arrived a bit clueless and very stressed from work. As we began the session, I became completely awestruck as I was eased into poses I’d never thought possible. I suffer a lot with a weak lower back and neck, and shoulder tension and Ella did an absolutely incredible job with these ailments. It sounds obvious, but it’s a real physical experience, with both people actively involved in each pose. After the treatment, I felt like a different person – relaxed, happy and very supple. I had more energy than I’ve had for some time and as I walked home, I felt like skipping! I could stand up straight again, and I had an immense feeling of positivity. I’d thoroughly recommend Ella to anyone wanting a professional, effective and caring treatment that leaves you feeling 10 years younger and with a truly cleansed outlook on life.
Ella has gone down an absolute storm teaching small classes where I work, she’s even been nicknamed “the guru”! She is knowledgeable, caring, no-nonsense and achieves fantastic results. She has a brilliant positive effect on everyone that she teaches, and we all leave the class feeling like we’ve worked and done our bodies really good. What’s nice too is that we get a slightly different combination of classes each week to keep us on our toes. Ella’s classes are perfect in every way, and I thoroughly recommend you book her in.”
Lydia, 31, Content Manager, Television Network, London
"Ella is the best Pilates teacher I’ve ever had. She has been teaching me for over 4 years now and her online classes have helped keep me going during lockdown - keeping my mental state healthy as well as my physical health.
Ella teaches a perfect mix of strengthening and stretching with both a warm up and cool down/ relaxation at the beginning and end of each session. She makes it fun with her wicked sense of humour but also will make sure that your posture is correct and you are doing all the poses both safely but also to the maximum of benefit (checking that you are breathing correctly, holding in your core etc)
I really look forward to her classes as it feels like time out even though at times it’s pretty tough!
I throughly recommend Ella; I promise you your body and mind will thank you for taking her classes!
Thanks, EB XX"
Natasha, Entrepreneur, London
"I’ve been practising pilates for about 5 years now with Ella and I love it! It really improves my strength (particularly my core strength) and my flexibility, which compliments other types of exercise that I do such as weight training. She is a fantastic instructor and really pays attention to each participant’s form in class. She definitely puts you through your paces and never lets you slack off, even for a minute! I find her 90 minute classes the most beneficial for seeing and feeling results. I love the feeling of being warm and stretched all over at the end of a class. I thoroughly recommend the lovely Ella!"
Lauren, Lawyer, Chiswick
"I love Pilates with Ella. I started her classes during the first lockdown and she has kept me going ever since. Just the remedy I need every Saturday after a week at my desk! Perfect balance of stretching and strengthening. I feel revitalised afterwards. Ella has a lovely manner and energy and is clearly hugely experienced and knowledgeable. She put me at ease from the first class and even on zoom she’s been able to correct my posture and ensure I’m doing all the exercises correctly so as to get the most out of every minute. Thank you Ella. Looking forward to a class in person one day!"
Clare, Film & TV, London
"I've been doing group classes and 1-2-1s with Ella for a number of years now and it has totally changed my life. I used to have terrible back pain which just disappeared and the shape of my body has totally transformed too. Since lockdown I've continued with my 1-2-1 sessions and group classes via zoom and still absolutely love them. If anything, doing them at home is better! Ella is knowledgeable, encouraging and (importantly) great fun. I'm not big on exercise and yet I'm in love with pilates because of how it makes me feel emotionally and physically. Ella is one of a kind - a true friend and pilates angel - and I couldn't recommend her more."
Katie, Film & TV Editor, Ealing
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