Dawne Pilates
Dawne Pilates

Meet Dawne

Originally from the United States, I've been teaching Pilates in the UK and internationally for more than 20 years. My teaching is rooted in the Classical Pilates Method and shaped by decades of study, daily practice and ongoing mentorship.

I continue to study regularly with my teachers in the United States, particularly Mejo Wiggin, whose depth of knowledge, attention to detail and commitment to the original method continue to shape my own teaching.

Pilates has been a constant throughout my life. It helped me recover from injury, supported me throughout my career as a professional Ballroom and Latin dancer, and continues to challenge me every day.

Over the course of my career I've worked with complete beginners, experienced students, professional athletes, Pilates teachers and studio owners. I enjoy helping people move better, understand their bodies and discover what the Classical method can offer at every stage of life.

Alongside teaching students, I've trained and mentored Pilates teachers internationally, presented on teacher education programmes throughout the UK and Europe, and supported studios in developing their own teacher training programmes. From 2012 to 2020 I owned and ran a successful Classical Pilates studio in London before returning to independent teaching.

Today I teach private lessons, teacher mentorship and studio consultancy in Windsor, as well as virtual lessons for students around the world. I also present workshops internationally.

Professional Certifications

The Classical Syllabus (Comprehensive)

Balanced Body Pilates Master Instructor (Comprehensive)

Balanced Body Bodhi Master Instructor

Balanced Body MOTR Master Instructor

Pilates Method Alliance (Comprehensive)

Center for Women’s Fitness Pre/Postnatal Specialist

UK Level 3 Instructing Pilates Matwork

Education & Teaching Qualifications

UK Level 3 Education and Training

UK Level 3 Assessing Vocationally Related Achievement

UK Level 4 Internal & External Quality Assurance Processes and Practices

Teaching & Presenting

I've presented on teacher training programmes and at workshops throughout the UK and Europe, including:

  • Balanced Body Pilates Teacher Training & Continuing Education (UK)

  • Pilates on Tour (UK, Italy)

  • APPI (UK)

  • Moscow International Open Fitness Forum (Russia)

I continue to enjoy supporting both students and teachers in discovering the depth and possibilities of the Classical Pilates Method.

 

Prior to teaching Pilates full-time, I danced professionally (ballroom and latin dance) and was a World Dance Council Championship Adjudicator.