Words from my Clients

Raffaella

"I would highly recommend Elsie. She combines deep knowledge with a clear and engaging way of explaining concepts. Her professionalism is evident in everything she does, and she consistently provides outstanding support - always attentive, patient, and genuinely committed".

Maria

"Elsie is a great pilates teacher. I came to Elsie following a major operation, and the results were outstanding. She is professional, precise, and exceptionally skilled — every session felt purposeful and perfectly calibrated to my recovery.
As an osteopath, I've been referring patients to Elsie for many years — for post-surgery, post-injury, or simply to get back into their bodies. She never disappoints. Highest possible recommendation".

Noel

"I used to go to contemporary classes, but I just wasn't getting what I wanted/needed and I'm really glad I found Elsie's studio.

Not many places seem to offer the full repertoire of classical equipment, so this is a rare gem in Hackney... and Elsie is also a great teacher!

Her rates are extremely competitive as well, which is an added bonus.

Highly recommended".

Michelle

“Sessions with Elsie are always spot on, you get exactly what your body needs on any given day. I love Elsie’s holistic approach through the variety of equipment that we use - Mat, Cadillac, Reformer, Pedipole, Barrel, Chairs (x3!) - you’re getting more than a regular Pilates mat or reformer session. Elsie is an inspirational teacher and I can’t believe the progress that I’m making with her. I’m getting stronger both physically and mentally. My sessions with Elsie complement my other activities which includes boxing, skating and running. I have no hesitation in recommending Elsie Martins Pilates in Stoke Newington!”

Catarina

"Elsie is an incredibly knowledgeable pilates instructor. What I like most about her is that her practice is evidence-based. You can rest assured she will take the time to explain why you are doing what you are doing, what you can do to improve it and the science behind it. The benefits I experienced are multiple. I started working with Elsie around 4 months after giving birth with c-section, which made me lose confidence in my body and what it can do. Elsie helped me reconnect with it, creating a training that was perfect for me, tailored to my specific needs but also flexible enough to adapt to my improvements and preferences. I felt progressively stronger and fit after months of little to no physical activity and I benefit from her posture tips on a daily basis when I carry my heavy baby around. I would recommend Elsie without any doubts. She is a great professional and a lovely person."

Oliver

" I am a rock climber recovering from an ankle injury and have been working with Elsie as part of my recovery programme, as well as general holistic body fitness.  Having access to the full suite of equipment meant that I was able to undertake some level of Pilates even before I was able to walk, which was hugely beneficial for my mental health as well as my physical health.  As I progressed to full weight bearing I was also able to fully control the stress placed on my ankle using the equipment.  Now I have effectively fully recovered, I continue to work with Elsie on ensuring I have a balanced body, and the body awareness one develops from Pilates directly translates to improvements in my rock climbing, which also calls on the full body to be engaged".

Nick

"I had been doing reformer Pilates for several years before I started 1:1 sessions with Elsie. I‘m still surprised at how incorrectly I had been performing the exercises under the supervision of other instructors until she explained to me what I was meant to be doing and how it was meant to feel. Her knowledge is second to none. Her teaching style whilst exacting is infectious warm and friendly. Her teaching style is addictive. She is all round qualified, utilising her knowledge of Mat, Reformer, Tower, Cadillac and Chairs to help you best understand the exercises and work on your strengths and weaknesses. You are getting all round knowledge and excellence not limited to one aspect of the repertoire."

Pascal

"Elsie’s exactly the teacher you want - great at explaining, eagle-eyed for when you’re not doing an exercise quite right, and very encouraging".

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Ian

"Would I recommend? You bet!"

"Working with Elsie has the ability to change your life. Elsie uses her incredible understanding of a range of Pilates techniques to address mechanical and flexibility issues, tailoring the choice of equipment and exercise to the needs and ability of the client. Challenging but supportive in exactly the right measure, she quickly identifies any issues and equally quickly resolves them. Pain from my injury hugely relieved after just the first session. Cannot recommend highly enough.