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James Shaw classical Pilates studio Margate featured in Women's Health magazine
Classical Pilates and Teacher Training Academy in Margate and London
Classical Pilates and Teacher Training Academy in Margate and London
James Shaw Pilates Margate featured in Marie Claire magazine
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Classical Pilates Studio & Teacher Training Academy Margate

Led by educator James Shaw shaping world class Pilates teachers on the Kent coast.

Welcome to James Shaw Pilates, Margate and Thanet’s only fully classical Pilates studio and teacher training academy. Our teaching team is dedicated to preserving the authentic method created by Joseph Pilates, using traditional apparatus and studio design.

Under the leadership of James, our studio brings together a team of highly skilled, fully comprehensive teachers each with at least 600 hours of classical Pilates education. We offer world class classes, from complete beginners to experienced movers alongside impactful mentorship and teacher training designed to support our clients and shape the next generation of Pilates professionals.

Our Classes

Reformer + Tower Classes

Pilates teacher demonstrating mat exercises in Margate studio

Classical & Gentle Mat Classes

Small group Mixed reformer Pilates session in Margate classical studio

Studio Mixed Apparatus Classes

Pilates for peri menopause and menopause in thanet kent

LIVE Virtual - Classes

Instructor building reformer pilates in ramsgate

1:1 Solo Sessions

Instructor teaching 1 to 2 classical Pilates on reformer in Margate

1:2 Duet Sessions

Reconnect with Your Body

From clients who are brand new to Pilates to those with years of experience, Classical Pilates is for everyone. It’s a powerful method that builds strength, flexibility and resilience, making it an ideal complement to any fitness routine.

From rehabilitation and injury prevention to athletic conditioning, pre- and postnatal support or mindful movement, Classical Pilates unites body and mind to reconnect with your body.

Building lasting strength, control and confidence.

Become a World Class Pilates Teacher

We train the teachers of the future.

Led by renowned educator James Shaw, our programmes combine hands-on classical apparatus training, in-depth study and personal mentorship with James himself supporting you in developing your own teaching voice and mastery of the classical method.

200 Hour Mat Pilates Teacher Training Programme

200 Hour Reformer Pilates Teacher Training Programme

600 Hour Classical Pilates Teacher Training Program

Cadillac & Tower Education Course

Give the Gift of Movement

Pilates gift vouchers now available for classes, privates and packages.

Founder James Shaw at his classical Pilates studio in Margate

Hi, I’m James

Pilates educator, mentor and founder of Margate’s only Classical Pilates Academy.

As an educator and mentor, my passion lies in helping others discover their potential through the power of classical Pilates. At our studio in Margate, learning is a shared experience you learn and I learn with you.

James Shaw Pilates is an inclusive studio that gives back to our community, making pilates accessible to the whole Margate community.

 

Margate seafront near James Shaw Classical Pilates studio