Physical fitness is
the first requisite of happiness.
AboutAt Atelier Pilates, movement is both an art and a science. We teach contemporary Pilates rooted in the classical method—combining precision, strength, and intelligent training to enhance everyday function and high-level performance.
Our highly trained instructors deliver every session with expertise, intention, and a deep understanding of the body. Whether you're rebuilding after injury, strengthening your core, or elevating athletic performance, your practice is safe, purposeful, and tailored to you.
As a small studio, we prioritise quality over quantity—spanning rehabilitation, fitness, performance, and mindful movement for every body, from beginners to athletes. Here, you'll find a welcoming community where you feel seen, guided, and empowered to move better and grow stronger.
The people who guide your practice
Vincente Panesar
Vincente is the founder of Atelier Pilates and a comprehensively trained Polestar Pilates instructor, with additional pre- and postnatal training through APPI and STOTT.
Her rehabilitation-focused approach is shaped by extensive work with clients recovering from knee injuries and those rebuilding pelvic floor strength.
Her teaching combines precise, intelligent movement with strong, dynamic classes designed to build strength and resilience.
Founder
Shanice Bryce
Shanice is a STOTT-trained Pilates instructor whose approach is shaped by her own experience of injury and rehabilitation.
She combines precise, intelligent movement with a warm and approachable teaching style.
Expect strong, considered classes that build confidence, control and lasting strength.
Teacher
Jodi is a Polestar-trained Pilates instructor with a calm, focused approach to movement.
Her teaching combines precision and thoughtful cueing with strong, considered sequences.
Expect challenging classes that build strength, control and confidence.
TeacherJodi Ann Washington
Kalena is a BASI-trained Pilates instructor with a professional ballet background, bringing a deep understanding of movement and technique to her teaching.
Her classes combine precision and control with strong, flowing sequences.
Expect thoughtful, dynamic sessions that build strength, mobility and confidence.
TeacherKalena Muir
Zoe is a classically trained Pilates instructor, trained under James Shaw and Marcella Rafalowska, with over six years of teaching experience across London and North America.
Her classes combine classical Pilates principles with thoughtful cueing and strong, intentional movement.
You’ll leave feeling stronger, longer and more connected to your body.
TeacherZoe Sorenson
Charles is an experienced Pilates instructor trained with James Shaw, with a background in dance that brings a natural understanding of movement to his teaching.
Drawing on years of experience, his classes combine precision and control with strong, dynamic sequences.
Expect challenging, fluid sessions that build strength, mobility and confidence.
TeacherCharles Ames
Shehana is a Comprehensive Polestar-trained Pilates instructor with a thoughtful and attentive approach to movement.
Her teaching combines precise cueing with strong, purposeful sequences designed to challenge the whole body.
Her classes will leave you feeling stronger, more connected and confident in your movement.
TeacherShehana Patel
Natasha is a comprehensively trained Polestar Pilates instructor and part of the Polestar education team, with a background in dance and over 15 years of Pilates practice.
Teaching for six years, her approach combines a deep understanding of movement with thoughtful, supportive progression.
Her classes are designed to build strength and confidence while creating greater ease and freedom in everyday movement.
TeacherNatasha Ratcliffe
Julie Vuong
Teacher
Julie is a comprehensively trained classical Pilates instructor, trained by Amy Kellow within the lineage of Jay Grimes, with a movement background that began with dance in her teens.
Her classes combine the classical method with precise technique, purposeful movement and a strong attention to detail.
Her warm and encouraging approach makes the classical method feel accessible, whether you’re discovering it for the first time or looking to deepen your practice.