Thrive and Shine Women's Wellness
Physio-Led Pilates in Winscombe, North Somerset
Helping you move better, feel stronger, and stay active — especially if you’re dealing with aches, stiffness or changes through midlife.
What is Pilates and How Can It Help?
Pilates is a low-impact form of exercise designed to improve how your body moves and functions.
It focuses on building strength, control, mobility and better alignment — helping you feel more stable, more supported, and more confident in your body.
Originally developed for rehabilitation, Pilates is particularly helpful if you’re dealing with aches and pains, stiffness, reduced mobility, or feel like your body isn’t moving as well as it used to.
At Thrive and Shine, Pilates is delivered with a strong physiotherapy focus. Classes are small, which means you’re not just following along — you’ll receive individual guidance, hands-on correction where appropriate, and support to make sure you’re moving well.
Exercises are adapted to suit your body, your level and any injuries or limitations. If something doesn’t feel right or isn’t appropriate for you, alternatives are always given. The focus is on doing the exercises well, rather than just doing more or pushing through.
Whether you’re returning to exercise, managing ongoing niggles, or simply wanting to stay strong and active long-term, these sessions are designed to support you with safe, effective and realistic movement.
Our Pilates Classes
Small, physio-led Pilates classes focused on movement quality, strength and individual support — with guidance and correction throughout.
Mixed Ability Matwork Pilates
Duration: 55 minutes
Class size: Max 8
Price: £12 per session (paid half-termly)
A small group class focused on improving strength, posture and control, with individual guidance throughout.
Suitable for a range of abilities, with exercises adapted to your level. Ideal if you’re experiencing stiffness, back or joint pain, or feel like your body isn’t moving as well as it used to.
Chair Pilates
Duration: 45 minutes
Class size: Max 10
Price: £7 per session (paid monthly)
A supportive class using a chair for seated and standing exercises.
Ideal if you have joint pain, reduced mobility, balance concerns, or find it difficult to get up and down from the floor. The focus is on keeping you moving safely, confidently, and with the right level of support for your body.
Express Pilates
Duration: 30 minutes
Class size: Max 8
Price: £8 per session (paid half-termly)
A shorter, more focused session designed to build strength and control at a slightly quicker pace.
The class moves more continuously, giving a gentle cardio element alongside strength and mobility work.
Best suited to those who are comfortable with Pilates or similar core-based exercise, and who are happy working at a slightly quicker pace.
Intermediate/
Advanced Pilates
Duration: 45 minutes
Class size: Max 6
Price: £12 per session (paid half-termly)
A more challenging class using higher-level exercises, often incorporating small equipment to add resistance and variety.
Designed for those with previous Pilates experience who want to build strength, stability and control at a higher level, with continued guidance and correction throughout.
How to Book
Please email us to check availability, secure your space, or ask any questions.
Class Timetable
Here's our current class timetable. Spaces are limited, so we recommend booking early.
If you're unsure which class is right for you or want to check current availability, please contact us and we’ll be happy to help.
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1:1 Clinical Rehab Pilates
If you're dealing with pain, injury, pelvic health symptoms, or need more focused support than a class can provide, 1:1 Rehab Pilates offers a more tailored approach.
These sessions are led by a specialist Women’s Health Physiotherapist and combine Pilates principles with physiotherapy expertise to support recovery, improve core and pelvic floor function, build strength, and help you move with more confidence.
Your first session includes a full assessment of your movement, strength and control. This allows us to identify areas of weakness, imbalance or restriction and create a personalised plan based on your individual needs and goals.
Sessions are adapted as you progress, ensuring you are working at the right level for your body and getting the most benefit from each exercise.
Follow-up sessions are available in 30-, 45- or 60-minute formats, with package options available. — see our Price List for details.
Why Choose Pilates with Thrive and Shine?
With over 21 years of experience as a physiotherapist and teaching Pilates since 2017, Roberta offers expert-led sessions that are supportive, adaptable and focused on helping you move well and feel better.
Classes are kept small so you receive individual guidance, supervision and hands-on correction where appropriate — helping you get more out of each session and ensuring you’re moving safely and effectively.
Sessions are welcoming and friendly, with a relaxed atmosphere. While the focus is on improving movement and building strength, there’s always room for a bit of laughter too. Many clients find the classes become an important part of both their physical wellbeing and their routine.
General classes are open to all, with sessions adapted to suit different needs, abilities and levels of experience.
Ready to Take the Next Step?
All classes and one-to-one sessions take place at Thrive and Shine Women’s Wellness Studio in Winscombe, North Somerset — just a short drive from Cheddar, Axbridge and Weston-super-Mare.
Whether you're looking for a supportive group class or more tailored 1:1 support, we’ll help you find the right option to suit your needs and goals.
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Get in Touch
Thrive and Shine Women's Wellness Studio
Corner House
Woodborough Road
Winscombe
BS25 1AQ
07862620259
Thrive and Shine Women’s Wellness provides physiotherapy for women, including support during menopause and midlife, helping with pelvic health, joint pain, stiffness and movement changes. Based in Winscombe, supporting clients across Weston-super-Mare, Cheddar, Axbridge and North Somerset.
Also offering pregnancy and postnatal support, Pilates, and remedial hypnosis (CONTROL Method).
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