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Classical Pilates, taught properly.
Who We Are
James Shaw Pilates is a fully classical Pilates studio and teacher training academy. From our Margate studio overlooking Main Sands, we preserve the authentic method created by Joseph Pilates: traditional apparatus, original repertoire, the real thing.
Led by James Shaw—an educator, presenter, and mentor with more than a decade of experience developing training for the world's leading fitness brands. We offer world-class instruction for every level alongside the most rigorous teacher training in the UK.
Why classical
More than just a workout, Classical Pilates is a complete system of strength, mobility, and control with a hundred-year lineage. To preserve this authentic method, every instructor on our team holds at least 600 hours of rigorous classical training. We keep our sessions intentionally small. Between four to six clients on the apparatus and ten on the mat so we can provide real, undivided attention to the specific needs of your body.
Class Overview
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Classical Reformer paired with Tower work. Spring resistance, full-body strength and mobility.
Beginner/Intermediate, Open Level and Mixed Apparatus options. Maximum six per class.
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Open-level Mat Pilates that suits complete beginners and experienced movers. Thoughtful guidance, modifications and progressions throughout. Maximum ten per class.
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Reformers, Towers and Wunda Chairs in circuit format — two apparatus per session. Full-body work with strength and stamina at its core. Not for beginners.
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Private training with a teacher. Comprehensive assessment, every exercise matched to you.
Best for technique work, rehab and goal-specific progress.
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Train alongside a friend or partner. Shared cost, shared experience, the same individual attention.
Our Team
James Shaw
FounderFounder. Educator, presenter, mentor. Principal Teacher Trainer.
Caroline
Teacher TrainerComprehensive certified, with sixteen years in the industry and a specialism in pre- and post-natal and peri-menopausal Pilates.
Teacher TrainerDelicia
Teacher Trainer. Comprehensive Classical (Equinox) and BASI Comprehensive certified. Pilates Manager at Nobu Pilates.
Comprehensively Certified InstructorAsa Tilanus
Found Pilates as a child in Japan; now teaches it as both physical practice and mental discipline.
Classical Mat InstructorAlyce
In the process of completing her Comprehensive certification.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.
Give the Gift of Movement
Pilates gift vouchers now available for classes, privates and packages.
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
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.
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