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THE Laura's PILATES TEAM

Meet the Team

Our team is here to create a friendly environment and we make it our goal for you to get the most from your sessions and aftercare.

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Founder

Laura Harney

I qualified in Sports and Human Rehabilitation BSc over 15 years ago and then began my education in Pilates, where I've been instructing for just as long. My interests and the direction my life has taken me has guided me further down the Pilates and women's health road. I like to educate myself and keep informed, as I find a lot of conversations, especially regarding women's health, may not be spoken about openly. Since starting my own family, it has been all the more reason to keep strong and healthy. With 3 girls at home, Pilates has been a huge help with that, both Mat and Reformer.

Further training: Pre and post natal Pilates, breast cancer rehab coach, female hormones from menstruation to menopause.
Hobbies: Mat Pilates, gym, soccer, taxi to my kids!
Fun fact: I'm left handed. That's as exciting as it gets 🙈

Athletic Therapist & Instructor

Lynda Daly

Hi, I'm Lynda. I'm qualified in Sports Rehabilitation and Athletic Therapy.I began my placement with Laura, working as an Athletic Therapist, where I developed a strong passion for Pilates as I saw the benefits it offers for improving strength, flexibility, mobility, balance, and overall injury prevention. I then completed my Reformer Pilates course at Body-Firm Studio.

I play camogie for Scariff Ogonnelloe and the Clare Senior camogie team, which has greatly shaped my approach to rehabilitation, performance, and injury prevention.

Hobbies: Gym, coffee walks with my dog, and food!
Fun fact: I'm a triplet.

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Instructor

Áine Ní Riain

Hi, I'm Áine, a Pilates enthusiast since 2015.My Pilates journey began when I returned to Ireland after several years living abroad. The move home brought a change in job and a change in lifestyle. It didn't take too long for old injuries to start niggling all over again, or for me to develop new ones.Pilates has been the exercise that changed my body the most, even after completing various physiotherapy programmes. It has not only helped me keep injuries in check, it has made my whole body so much stronger, and the speed at which my body responds to regular Pilates sessions always astounds me. It was a godsend during my three pregnancies, keeping me upright and active!

Qualification: Reformer I, II & III certified instructor training with Anne Sexton Pilates in Wicklow.
Hobbies: Pilates of course, swimming and travelling, although we've not had enough adventuring lately!
Fun fact: I once picked up a scratch card from the street and there was €1,000 on it! I kept it for a while as I grew up in a small town and wanted to see if anyone was looking for it. Then I spent it 🤣

Instructor

Anna Nagle

Hi, I'm Anna, a Pilates Instructor.I'm a qualified Reformer Pilates instructor and I'm currently completing my Mat Pilates qualification. I also hold a degree in Forensic and Pharmaceutical Science, which has given me a strong interest in how the body works and the importance of safe, effective movement.

I began my Pilates journey with Laura nearly three years ago, originally as a hobby and simply for the love of movement. Over time, that passion grew into a career, and Pilates is now my full-time job.

Hobbies: Pilates, fitness, travelling and shopping.
Fun fact: I'm an All-Ireland gymnast.

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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 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

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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