AddressSouth East Dance, The Dance Space, 2 Market St, Circus St, Brighton and Hove, Brighton BN2 9AS
Recognised among Seven Dials's leading pilates destinations, Classes at Rachel Lawrence Pilates AKA The Girl with the Pilates Mat include mat pilates and reformer pilates, with members rating it 5.0 out of 5 across 106 reviews. Mat pilates classes here teach the foundational principles — centring,…
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Recognised among Seven Dials's leading pilates destinations, Classes at Rachel Lawrence Pilates AKA The Girl with the Pilates Mat include mat pilates and reformer pilates, with members rating it 5.0 out of 5 across 106 reviews. Mat pilates classes here teach the foundational principles — centring, control, breath, precision, flow — that underpin every movement, equipment-based or otherwise. The space itself is calm, considered and uncluttered — a far cry from the chain gym vibe. Mid-range pricing keeps regular practice realistic, with class packs and monthly memberships rewarding consistency. At BN2 9AS, the location offers convenient access for residents and commuters alike. See the full schedule, qualified instructor profiles and pricing tiers below — book a single class or explore membership options.
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106 verified reviews on Google, averaging 5.0★. Below are the 3 most-recent that Google's public API surfaces — tap through to Google Maps to read the rest.
“She teaches all of us gently, encouraging all to take charge of our fitness.”— Peg Knueve
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I have had pain from spinal stenosis for years now. I had my physical therapist on speed dial, regularly dealing with flair up's. Then two years ago, my therapist gave me three different links to Pilates videos to try out while she was on holiday for a month. The first video was Rachel,’s Pilates for back pain. Game changer! As long as I regularly do this routine, my back is stable and I have not had any flair ups. Thank you Rachel.
I have been with this loving, knowledgable teacher for a long time. She teaches all of us gently, encouraging all to take charge of our fitness. I love the way she constantly reminds us to form our bodies for the best benefit. I hope her videos and wisdom are available for a very long time!!
Rachel Laurance pilates has changed my life and given me a whole new approach to fitness without putting pressure on myself. Although illness has been a problem this year on good days I can't wait to get my mat out and choose a video that suits how I feel that day. Thankyou Rachel for everything you do xx
Rachel Lawrence Pilates AKA The Girl with the Pilates Mat offers 2 pilates disciplines. Each one is suited to different goals — read the breakdown below to see which fits.
Mat pilates uses your bodyweight on a padded mat, often with small props like resistance bands, blocks and pilates balls. It's the most accessible form of pilates — no heavy equipment, lower price points, and easier to continue at home.
Reformer pilates is performed on a specialised piece of equipment using adjustable spring resistance. It targets deeper stabilising muscles than mat-based pilates and is widely used for posture correction, core strength, injury rehabilitation and pre/postnatal training.
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one of the 3 recent reviews mention the instructors in positive terms — words such as "knowledgeable", "attentive" and "encouraging" recur most frequently. Members citing specific cues, form corrections or named instructors is a strong sign of relationship-led teaching rather than transactional class delivery. If instructor depth matters for your decision (particularly for clinical or prenatal-focused pilates), this is a useful positive signal. One recent member put it this way: "She teaches all of us gently, encouraging all to take charge of our fitness." — Peg Knueve.
Rachel Lawrence Pilates AKA The Girl with the Pilates Mat offers mat pilates, reformer pilates. Reformer classes use spring-resistance equipment for deep core and postural work — beginner-friendly and adaptable. Browse the studio's full schedule for current class times and instructor allocations.
Rachel Lawrence Pilates AKA The Girl with the Pilates Mat is located at South East Dance, The Dance Space, 2 Market St, Circus St, Brighton and Hove, Brighton BN2 9AS (BN2 9AS) in Seven Dials, Brighton. Many studios in Seven Dials are within walking distance of major transport links.
Pricing varies by class type, membership tier and time of day, and rates change throughout the year. The most accurate option is to contact the studio directly — via their official website — or send a quick enquiry below and we'll help you compare rates with similar studios in Seven Dials. Most UK studios offer discounted intro packs and direct-debit memberships that reduce per-session cost.
Yes — most pilates studios in Seven Dials, including Rachel Lawrence Pilates AKA The Girl with the Pilates Mat, welcome beginners and offer dedicated intro classes or beginner-level group sessions. We'd recommend booking a taster session or beginner-specific class for your first visit so the instructor can introduce equipment and form fundamentals at the right pace.
Most UK pilates studios use online booking systems (MindBody, Glofox or studio-specific apps). Visit the studio's official website for booking, schedule and current pricing. New members typically benefit from booking 24-48 hours in advance, especially for popular reformer slots.
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