YOUR WELLBEING & FITNESS

Testimonials

Pilates & Movement — Client Feedback

Liz
“I have been attending Christine’s classes for nearly two years. What stands out for me is that she is genuinely passionate about wellbeing, approachable and very dedicated. Christine continually develops her skills and generously shares what she learns with the class. She knows everyone well and is able to make individual suggestions to suit each person’s needs. She is someone you can trust and feel comfortable discussing your personal goals with.”

Jan
“I have been attending Christine’s Pilates and fitness yoga classes weekly for the past five years. Every class is different, so it never feels repetitive or boring. Christine always allows us to work at a level that suits us, without pushing too much too soon. She closely monitors everyone and adjusts movements where needed so we get the full benefit safely. I would not hesitate to recommend her classes.”

Chris
“Christine runs very friendly Pilates and yoga classes suitable for all ages, shapes, abilities and experience levels. She is extremely caring and has a wonderful ability to make each person feel valued, almost as though they are receiving one-to-one tuition within a group setting.”

Back Care & Rehabilitation — Client Feedback

Daphne
“Here are some of the many things I’ve appreciated since joining just over a year ago:

• My breathing used to be difficult when walking, especially in winter. With Chris’s guidance and breathing cues during class, I now have very few problems.

• I had a painful callous on my foot for over a year. After learning to walk more effectively and ensuring my footwear was suitable, this issue has completely disappeared.

• Christine explains why we do each exercise and how it helps the body, particularly for everyday movements such as getting up from the floor or from sitting as we get older.

• Classes are held in a warm room with a friendly, welcoming atmosphere.

• Chris is encouraging and supportive, always offering alternatives where needed.

• Classes begin and finish on time, which I really appreciate.”

David Carden
“Over several years, I have attended weekly classes led by Chris Owen, including Yoga for Fitness sessions, Pilates classes and online Zoom sessions. I have also taken part in Body Conditioning classes and a Back Care Course.

Chris’s depth of knowledge and ability as an instructor really stands out. Her teaching style is friendly, patient and highly attentive to individual needs. Sessions are carefully planned and well managed, creating an inclusive and supportive environment.

I enrolled on the Back Care Course due to long-standing soreness in my lower right back. Each of the six sessions was thoughtfully structured, combining mindful breathing, gentle loosening work and slow, controlled movements, with videos provided for home practice.

By the end of the course, my back was noticeably less sore, and more importantly, I had a much better understanding of how to care for it going forward. I would recommend this course to anyone wishing to look after their back and overall movement health.”

Alison
“I took part in a four-week Back Care Pilates course on Zoom and found it extremely helpful. The exercises gently stretched, mobilised and strengthened the back without strain, using a mix of standing, seated and floor-based work with simple equipment.

Chris followed up each session with clear videos for home practice, and I now feel confident using the exercises independently to support posture and relieve tightness. She pays close attention on Zoom, offering individual suggestions and corrections, and there is always time to ask questions. I felt the course offered very good value and was extremely well delivered.”

Breast Cancer Rehabilitation (Pink Ribbon) — Client Feedback

Louise
“I was diagnosed with breast cancer while Chris was doing her Pink Ribbon training. I was worried about how I would recover from surgery, but Chris supported me throughout my recovery. She provided specific exercises to help maintain mobility in my arm and to prepare for radiotherapy, and even came to my home to guide me through them.

Chris explained the importance of the exercises clearly and gave me confidence to do them regularly. I’m very happy to say I made a full recovery, and Chris played a huge part in that. She is patient, caring and incredibly supportive, and helped me through a very difficult time.”

Hypopressives Classes & Workshops — Client Feedback

Sally
“After attending a Hypopressives workshop, I’ve found the prescribed exercises have really helped with my breathing and posture. I now use them every day as part of my fitness routine.”

Gillian
“I attended a Hypopressives workshop run by Christine and found it both interesting and extremely useful. Christine explained the technique clearly and carefully guided me through the correct stance and breathing. I’m confident that continuing these exercises at home will support better posture, breathing and overall wellbeing.”

Kate
“I have attended Christine’s Pilates classes for around five years and recently completed two six-week Hypopressives courses. I found them enjoyable and extremely beneficial, particularly for improving pelvic floor strength. Christine explains everything clearly, corrects posture when needed, and ensures everyone gains the most from each class. It feels like one-to-one support within a group setting.”

Linda
“Curious about Hypopressive exercises, I attended one of Chris’s workshops and was warmly welcomed. Chris explained the benefits clearly and guided us through breathing techniques and postures, offering individual support throughout.

The atmosphere was friendly and non-competitive, allowing everyone to work at their own pace. I came away having exercised more than I realised, learned something new, and felt motivated to continue at home using the worksheets provided. I feel very lucky to have experienced this specialised training with such a knowledgeable and supportive teacher.”

Colour Analysis & Personal Styling — Client Feedback

Rose Crick
“I really valued Chris’s advice on which colours and styles suited me. She demonstrated everything in a sensitive, simple way, and I could instantly see which colours complemented my skin, hair and eye colour. The wardrobe guidance and colour swatch have given me much more confidence when choosing clothes.”

Angela
“Christine came to my home to colour match my daughter and me as a birthday treat. It was a very enjoyable afternoon exploring colours that suited us both. Christine reviewed my wardrobe, suggested ways to adapt items, and later took me on a relaxed shopping trip. I came away with a strong starting point for a long-term wardrobe and much greater confidence. I would thoroughly recommend her services.”