Entry
£22
Dates
Sat 21 Feb 2026
Times
9–11am
Location
The Foyle Rooms,
Turner Contemporary
Age
Suitable for visitors aged 18 and above
A supportive Mat & Chat workshop bringing together Classical Pilates and shared conversation.
About the Event
A nurturing Pilates and discussion workshop supporting those navigating peri-menopause and menopause.
Join James and Caroline for a gentle Classical Mat Pilates class followed by an open, informal conversation exploring how Pilates can support strength, mobility, confidence and wellbeing through hormonal change.
This welcoming session offers space to move, learn, ask questions and connect with others on a similar journey. Suitable for all levels, including those new to Pilates.
About Caroline
Caroline is a highly experienced Classical Pilates Instructor and qualified Personal Trainer, specialising in movement support for peri-menopause and menopause. With over 16 years in the industry, she brings a deep understanding of how the body changes through midlife and how intelligent, supportive movement can make a profound difference.
She has taught workshops internationally, delivered personalised mentoring sessions, led retreats and tutored on professional training courses. Caroline’s work is grounded in helping people feel strong, capable and reconnected to their bodies during times of transition.
Her approach focuses on building resilience, supporting hormonal health and enabling clients to continue doing the things they love with confidence, ease and self-trust.
About James
James Shaw is a Pilates educator, mentor and international presenter, and the founder of Thanet’s only Classical Pilates studio and teacher training academy.
With extensive experience teaching and presenting Pilates internationally, James is passionate about education and the lifelong benefits of Classical Pilates. His work centres on intelligent, sustainable movement and sharing knowledge to support both students and teachers.
At James Shaw Pilates in Margate, learning is a shared experience. James believes education is a collaborative process, creating an inclusive and supportive environment grounded in curiosity, connection and respect for individual bodies and minds.
