Meet The Team
Eloïse Mayall
Studio Owner | Pilates Instructor
Eloise first came across pilates at university when she was trying to find a way to manage her frequent stress migraines and headaches. It quickly became her go-to solution and she participated in weekly classes for 10 years. Then, she made the leap and qualified as a pilates instructor in 2014, initially teaching just mat classes, then adding to her brief with further qualifications in teaching reformer, cadillac and wundachair pilates as well. Eloise has taught as several local studios over the years as a self-employed instructor, but was thrilled to have the opportunity to take over Barefoot Flow Pilates Studio in 2024. With her additional training as a Sport Massage Therapist, Eloïse has particular interest in pilates as a form of prehab and rehab. "Helping people to improve the way they move so they stay functionally fit for as long as possible is the ultimate job satisfaction. That said, there is always as special place in my heart for general mat pilates, after all that is where I discovered the power of Contrology!"
Training
Training:
J Pilates Ltd
Pilates Qualifications:
Mat Level 3 (2014)
Pilates With Small Equipment (2014)
Exercise for the Older Adult (2015)
Reformer (2017; 2018)
Cadillac/Tower (2018)
Pre & Post Natal (2020)
Wunda Chair (2020)
Memberships:
JPilates Associates
Claudia Smith
Claudia has recently completed her Level 3 Mat Pilates Diploma from the London Pilates Academy.
She brings a strong foundation in movement from her additional three years of professional dance training, at Laine Theatre Arts where Pilates was an integral part of the training programme.
She is passionate about the importance of developing strength and flexibility together, believing that true movement comes from balancing both. Her approach focuses on building a strong, supported body while maintaining fluidity and ease of movement.
She aims to help clients feel both supported and challenged in every session, creating a positive environment where individuals can build confidence.
Emma Grist
I truly believe that everyone can benefit from pilates and I love seeing my clients improve their posture, flexibility, strength and overall wellbeing from coming to my classes.
As well as attending a weekly mat and reformer class, I go to the annual convention and this year I am completing an advance reformer training course.
Training:
Morley College London; Stott; J Pilates Ltd; Lisa B Pilates
Qualifications:
Mat Level 3 (2010)
Barre Pilates (2015)
Pre/Post Natal Pilates (2020)
Essential Reformer (2021)
Advanced Reformer (2024)
Special Interests:
Pilates for Children
Memberships:
JPilates Associates
Keziah Breslin
Keziah is a Yoga and Pilates instructor with 15+ years' experience. She teaches studio equipment and mat Pilates and particularly loves the classical style.
She was the co-founder and teacher of Mama Method, a face-to-face and online post-natal pilates program and has collaborated with many leading wellness brands, bringing Pilates and Yoga to many.
She has trained with several prestigious pilates centres, including the Pilates Centre Colorado, Polestar Pilates and Stott Pilates and has undertaken further specialist training courses.
At Barefoot Flow she will be leaning into that specialist training with her Classical Standing Pilates classes - ideal for those with injuries or conditions that mean that lying flat is either uncomfortable or contraindicated.
Training:
Stott Pilates, Polestar Pilates, Pilates Centre Colorado
Qualifications:
Reformer
Advanced Studio Equipment
Mat Pilates
Small Equipment
Pre/Post Natal Pilates
Spinal Surgeries and Fusions
Linda Murphy
A lover of movement and fitness, Linda turned her passion for Pilates into a profession after completing her STOTT Pilates training. What began as a personal journey quickly evolved into a mission to help others feel strong, balanced and connected to their bodies at every stage of life.
Linda firmly believes that Pilates is for everyone - regardless of age, experience or ability. She is especially passionate about the role Pilates plays in supporting a pain-free, mobile and injury-resistant body as we age. Her classes focus on building core strength , improving posture and increasing body awareness, all with a friendly and enthusiastic approach. Whether you're brand new to Pilates or returning to movement after time away, Linda is here to guide you with knowledge, patience and a genuine love for helping people feel their best from the inside out.
Kim Else
Kim has been teaching mat for nearly 10 years. She enjoys teaching a wide range of clients and loves nothing more than to see their progress and progression.
Alongside her mat classes, Kim also holds a Comphrensive Equipment Diploma from Polestar Pilates.This has enabled her to entend her teaching knowledge by using the Reformer, Cadillac, Chair and Spine corrector for different classes.
When Kim is not in the Pilates studio, she can usually be found on a netball court somewhere, either playing for her team, or supporting her netball club.
Rachel Graham
Rachel has worked in the Fitness Industry and Community Education for over 20 Years and is from a dance background. She loves to move and help others explore their own unique ways into movement. Her repertoire embraces both Pilates and Dance, her other favourites are Yoga and Total Barre.
Rachel’s STOTT PILATES training has helped her to overcome injuries and strengthen the body to prepare for performance and long hours of training. Rachel is fascinated with small details in the body and overcoming restrictions in that affect the body. She has much experience in helping people to achieve their goals.
More recently Rachel has undertaken the STOTT Insjuries and Special Populations training, enabling her to work with a broad spectrum of clients who have complex needs. She has experience working with people with Parkinsons, stroke rehabilitation and joint replacements. She has found that pilates may help manage the pain experienced by those with spinal conditions such as scoliosis, herniated discs, Ankylosing Spondylitis, amongst others.