Intelligent Exercise.
Profound Results.

At our studio we specialise in Reformer and Mat Pilates, offering private, semi-private, and group sessions. We understand the importance of Pilates in treating and preventing injuries, as well as building a strong, flexible body.

Laura's Pilates

Find Your Class

View our weekly classes and book online. Private sessions also available - just get in touch.

Group Reformer Pilates
  • Working Full body
  • Helps assist with flexibility
  • Targets the core, supports the back
Post Natal Pilates
  • Working Full body
  • Waking up the muscles & body again
  • Post Natal exercises tutorial videos
Hip & Knee 'Specific'
  • Catering for limited joints
  • Suitable for prevention OR pre-Op
  • Call to find out more
Group Mat Pilates
  • Suitable for all abilities
  • Helps you be more aware of your movement
  • Body Weight and different equipment used
Pre Natal Pilates
  • Full body strength & stretching
  • A  bit of  education
  • Keeping muscles active and healthy
Breast Cancer Rehab class
  • Scar Management
  • Shoulder & Joint issues
  • Lymphedema Drainage technique
  • Self Care strategies

Our focus is on strengthening and rehabilitation.

With over 15 years in the fitness industry and a background in sports rehabilitation, I create custom programs for all types of people. From sedentary to athletic, young to old, pre-op to post-op. I have an eye for observing what needs work and the knowledge to help you get there. Everyone is welcome to start the journey to a stronger, more flexible body.
Rehab
Pre and Post Op
Pre and Post Natal
Enhance
Men doing rehab pilates
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Private 1-2-1 personal training sessions

We offer personal training sessions in both Mat Pilates and Reformer. These are ideal for pre or post surgery recovery, older adults, or anyone who prefers a more private setting. They're also perfect if you want focused attention or to build confidence before joining group classes. Find out more on our Mat Pilates or Reformer pages.
LAURA'S treatments
Soft Tissue Treatment
With over 15 years in the fitness industry, I create custom rehab and strengthening programs for all types of people. From sedentary to athletic, young to old, pre-op to post-op, pre-natal to post-natal. I have an eye for observing what needs work and the knowledge to help you get there. Everyone is welcome to start the journey to a stronger, more flexible body.
Deep Tissue & Sports Massage
Trigger Point Release Therapy
Dry Needling
Vacuum Cupping
Kinesio Taping
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What Our Clients Are Saying

I have been attending pilates classes with Laura and her team for the past 8 years. I am a keen hill walker and would be reasonably fit. However,  I realised my upper body strength was quite poor. Since I started the reformer classes this has greatly improved. The reformer protects my back and gives me better core strength. My coordination, balance and flexibility are definitely better. I'm in my early 70's and can honestly say that I feel great. Classes are fun and Laura is a great instructor and I would highly recommend her classes.

Mary Howard

I first got into reformer Pilates while living in Brooklyn, but lost my routine when I began traveling full time a few years ago. I spend about four months a year in the area, so was psyched when I found Laura’s! It’s the first place that’s truly helped me get back into a consistent Pilates practice.

Classes here are my favorite: as challenging or accommodating as needed, with a perfect balance of routine and variation. I leave every class with that rewarding feeling of “sea legs” and cool down with a walk or jog along the beach or prom. It’s idyllic. After even just a month of consistent classes, I notice a change in my strength and flexibility that running and lifting alone never give me.

The studio environment is incredibly welcoming and motivating. I’ve taken Pilates classes in a lot of places over the years, and this studio is by far my favorite. It’s one of the highlights of my time in Lahinch, and I look forward to every class.

Meg Tarquinio

I have been attending a class for over a year now, once a week, with Laura's Pilates.

I have not only found that I have improved in my posture, strength and flexibility, I have thoroughly enjoyed the friendly environment of this class.

Laura's expertise in modifying exercises for all the different levels of the class attendees and the development I have personally gained, is much more than I expected when I first joined Laura's pilates.

I look forward to the weekly class.

Fiona Mellett

I’ve been doing reformer Pilates with Laura since mid-2020, and I can honestly say it has completely transformed how I move, train, and take care of my body. I absolutely love and the way Laura teaches — her attention to detail, her clear explanations, and her ability to get so much benefit out of even the simplest movements is exceptional.I’ve seen a huge improvement in my posture, core engagement, mobility, and overall strength, and it has made such a difference to everything else I do, from gym workouts to other fitness classes. I feel far more confident in how I move and much less likely to injure myself.
I also did pregnancy Pilates with Laura before having my second child, and the difference it made was invaluable. Being able to continue with reformer Pilates for as long as possible, followed by mat-based pregnancy sessions, really supported me through the entire pregnancy as well as recovery post birth.

Reformer pilates genuinely feels like a non-negotiable part of my week — if I miss it, I really feel the difference. Laura and her team are fantastic instructors, and I couldn’t recommend her or her studio highly enough.

Eimhin Ni Chonchubhair

I have been going to Laura twice a week for 3 years. She is highly profession, completely knowledgeable and extremely good at what she does.

Not only have I noticed profound differences in my body, I have also completely reversed the pain I had been experiencing in my lower back.

In addition to this, Laura has somehow managed to deliver a different workout and class every single time I go. Thank you Laura.

Michelle Moroney

Cliffs of Moher Retreat Centre

I have attended Laura’s Pilates since I was 16 weeks pregnant, in my second trimester. I am now 22 weeks post partum and I am feeling stronger every week. It has really helped with my core in pregnancy, to support the extra weight and now to strengthen and tone everything back up.Having a personal one on one for me with Laura has been invaluable on the whole journey, as different weeks different niggles or shifts in my body would happen, Laura could personalise our session to work on that. I could really feel the effects, I surfed up until 7 months pregnant, and was back in the water after 6 weeks, I could really feel the strength in my core from the classes. I will keep attending Pilates with Laura now, to help with my posture through breast-feeding and having a young child. It’s my weekly hour to myself, and I wouldn’t spend it doing anything else! Thank you!

Sally Smith

I’m doing Pilates with Laura for 3 years, they have been the best 3 years of well-being. Absolutely love it! I love the progression of the class, the core workouts are built into every exercise.You will bill the burn, get more flexibility, feel better!Laura gives everyone such a special attention. Cannot wait for my next class!!!

Charo Egan

“I’m attending Laura for both floor and reformer Pilates for about 2 years, I started to help improve my flexibility for golf and to help with hip and back issues, the classes have helped greatly.I really enjoy them as Laura is a superb instructor, classes are always varied, the time flies and she is also a lovely person, couldn’t recommend her enough.”

Angela Cullinan

I started attending Laura’s pilates classes 2 years ago with the aim of strengthening my legs (especially knees) for long distance hiking. I also wanted to maintain and improve my flexibility. I found classes with Laura and her fellow instructors very enjoyable. It wasn’t long before I was attending twice a week. I personally prefer the reformer machine as it makes me push myself more. My knees don’t bother me anymore and my flexibility has improved.

Laura and her team set up a WhatsApp group in order to keep us fit during lockdown of Covid-19. They sent daily exercises and set 30 day challenges!
Thanks to Laura and her great team for keeping us motivated to stay fit during lockdown.

Susanne Ward

Real Pilates. Real Results.

We provide a safe, friendly environment to gain strength, flexibility and healing through movement. Take charge of your body and join today. You can book online or visit us in person. Bonus: Public car park across the road!

Over 15 Years Experience

In injury assessment involving movement and education for clients to help them help themselves and manage their issues.

Small Class Group Size

A more personalised experience with small class sizes. Reformer Class: max 5 people. Mat Class: max 10 people.

Friendly Environment

All fitness levels welcome, no judgement here. You will be greeted and treated by our friendly staff.

Private 1-2-1 Personal Training

Available for both Mat and Reformer. Especially useful for pre or post surgery, those who are conscious about themselves during exercise, or anyone wanting to get a better understanding before joining group classes.

Pre and Post Natal Pilates

Available for both Mat and Reformer. Learn how to get stronger from the inside out with safe guided exercises. As a mother of three who has had both a natural and cesarean delivery, my experience has given me a better understanding to help women.

Rehab & Recovery

Available for both Mat and Reformer. Supporting you through pre and post operative care, injury recovery, and building strength to prevent future issues.

Our most commonly asked questions.
What is Pilates?

Pilates was developed by a German man Joseph H. Pilates in the 1920’s and is a full body exercise routine/system that teaches you awareness of how to move and isolate your body. Pilates helps tone and lengthen the muscles which helps with muscle imbalance. Deep muscles known as your ‘core’ and are recruited during Pilates exercises.

Is there a difference between pilates and yoga?

In my opinion both are helpful depending on what you are looking to achieve. Pilates increases stimulus and activity to an area as we strengthen up the nerve pathways while we bring awareness to different areas in the body with movement. We help regain a muscular balance between both sides of the body in regard to length and strength.

I have back troubles, can I do pilates?

Many people that come through the doors here have back trouble. Some can be due to weaknesses in the deep stabilizing core muscles. Pilates is a gentle form of exercise that allows the body to focus on recruiting the core muscles that stabilize and strengthen the back from deep within.

Pilates and Pregnancy?

As the baby grows, the Pelvic Floor is put under increase pressure. Exercises and awareness of how to activate these muscles are important to allow the mother to continue with everyday activities without the fear and stress of any leeks, both in pre- and post pregnancy stages.  Pilates helps strengthen these areas, make you aware of the muscles you are recruiting to ensure protection for your back.

LAURA'S PILATES
Transform how your Body feels and Moves with Pilates

Our studio is located in the heart of Lahinch, with the Cliffs of Moher just 5km away. We're easy to reach from across West Clare and Ennis, with public parking right across the road. Drop in or book your first class online.

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