“With two slipped discs and a really bad back pain I thought relief was out of reach – until I started pilates with Sandra. Sandra is absolutely brilliant. Her classes are truly transforming my back and my whole body. Nobody looked after my health with such attention and care.”

— CH, private equipment member with severe back and hip pain

“Sandra is a fabulous Pilates tutor. She is hands down the most knowledgeable teacher I’ve had. Kind, non judgmental and highly experienced, I would recommend her classes to anyone (and have!).”

— Cat E, Friday lunch Mat member

“Pilates with Sandra has been nothing short of amazing. Her sessions have served as rehab for me following double knee replacement diagnosis and degenerative spine issue. I have a long way to go but I gained so much strength. Not only do I feel better I look better physically according to the compliments from friends and family. I am starting to feel good about my body again. I highly recommend Pilates Republic.”


— Susanne, private equipment member with knee and back issues

“Sandra is an absolute gem. She focuses on your individual needs, and adjusts each session based on what you would benefit from the most. She's a encouraging and gentle taskmaster who pushes you just the right amount so it doesn't feel like the hard work that it is.”

— Turi H, Thursday morning Mat member

“I came to Sandra with a stiff back. She was recommended by a Romana's Pilates teacher half way round the world, in New Zealand. Sandra is also a qualified Romana's Pilates instructor (Romana was a direct protege of Josef Pilates) Sandra's highly informed and instructional Pilates was key to my recovery. She gave me a new awareness of my pelvic floor and how to engage 'my box' or core in all things: Pilates and everyday life. That was a fantastic gift from Sandra. She is outstanding!”

— Fiona M, private equipment member, strong yet very stiff

“Sandra is a brilliant Pilates instructor with an in depth knowledge of the subject and a real passion for teaching it. Coming to her classes as a beginner with an existing sports injury she was able to advise how to adapt the sessions to my needs, and include it as part of my other training. But most importantly she is really welcoming and the sessions are a lot of fun!”

— Jon H, Wednesday evening Mat member

“Sandra is an incredible instructor, really knowledgeable, kind and makes me feel so welcome!. I have loved my sessions with Sandra”

– Sinead F, Friday Mat member

“Having a re-occurring lower back issue was frustrating and while my fab osteopath (SW19 osteo) could reset it, I was determined to try and tackle it for the long term. So many people had mentioned pilates and when I found Sandra was local in Tooting Broadway I gave it a go!

Reformer pilates is a brain challenge as I slowly learn to engage my whole core properly but the difference in my back after only 8 weeks is striking. Each week, Sandra checks in on other factors in my body and adapts the stretches and exercises to challenge or accommodate them accordingly. I'd highly recommend her reformer sessions for anyone not sure whether to give it a try. Mat classes next!”

— Sophie L, private equipment member with lower back issues

“Sandra is a warm and supportive Pilates teacher - she takes such good care of you whether in a private or group class - she makes Pilates so much fun - I come out of each session energised and smiling! I am an absolute convert and highly recommend Pilates Republic!”

— Sam L, private equipment and Mat member