Who we are
James Shaw Pilates is the classical Pilates studio in Margate, offering an authentic Pilates experience in a beautiful, full equity space overlooking Margate Main Sands.
Our mission is to empower the community through the transformative power of movement, teaching the traditional Pilates method with passion and purpose led vision.
The studio is led by James Shaw, a seasoned educator with extensive experience teaching and developing teacher training programs for prestigious brands like Third Space and Equinox.
Our Team
Meet Asa, Our Senior Pilates Instructor
Asa Tilanus is a comprehensively certified Pilates instructor based in Margate. Originally from Japan, Asa discovered Pilates at the age of 12 and was drawn to its precision and control. Years later, while navigating anxiety and an autoimmune condition, Asa turned to Pilates more seriously and found it transformative, it strengthened her body, improved her posture, and brought her mental clarity and confidence.
Asa holds a Comprehensive Pilates certification and has trained across all apparatus. She is passionate about helping others experience the life-changing benefits of Pilates and supporting them on their journey to better movement and well-being.
Meet Caroline, Our Teacher Trainer
Caroline is a highly experienced Classical Pilates Instructor and qualified Personal Trainer with a specialisation in Pre/Postnatal and Perimenopause care. With over 16 years in the industry, she has taught a wide range of workshops, provided personalised mentor sessions, led retreats, and tutored on various courses.
Her passion is to inspire and support individuals in maintaining an active lifestyle, ensuring they can continue doing what they love.
At our academy, Caroline will share her expertise as a teacher trainer, guiding aspiring instructors in developing their skills and knowledge on our Comprehensive and Mat certifications.
Why Choose Our Studio?
Expert teaching and personal attention, elevate your pilates journey with our tailored Pilates classes and bespoke 1:1 Solo training sessions, designed specifically to meet your individual needs and aspirations. At our studio, we recognise that everybody is unique, and our mission is to provide you with a personalised Pilates experience that empowers.
Get Started Today!
Take the first step towards a healthier, stronger you with our tailored Pilates Training sessions.
Contact us today to book your initial consultation and discover how we can support you on your unique fitness journey!