Get Ready To Move!
I try to make Pilates Mat accessible to everyone.
I’m here to help facilitate self-awareness and a stronger mind-body connection through movement at a slower pace.
About Me
Dance and movement of many forms have been an integral part of my life and have helped me stay grounded over the years. I've recently become reacquainted with my interest in horses and English riding.
I am a mother of two adult daughters and a grandmother.
My background is in Regulatory Compliance in the Financial Services sector, so I have an eye for detail.
These life experiences and interests have helped define who I am as a Pilates Mat instructor.
My aim is to help develop your Pilates Mat practice in a safe, non-judgmental space. Beginner level is my area of focus.
I am REPS Ireland registered and insured.
Classes
Group Classes
All one-hour group classes have a maximum of twelve clients in each class and are held in various locations in Cork.
For more information and to book:
One-to-One
One-hour, one-to-one sessions are tailored to your needs. €40.00 in my home and €45.00 in your home (within a reasonable distance).
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Corporate Wellness
Are you interested in your employees’ wellbeing? Arrange group classes at your location in Cork.
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Resort Wellness
I offer sessions that enhance the guest wellness experience. Pilates provides a meaningful complement to wellness programmes, supporting relaxation, mobility, posture and vitality.
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Feedback
"...I especially appreciated how you showed different levels for the exercises. Having the option to choose the easier or more challenging version helped me feel comfortable working at my own level. This was the first time I've ever had a teacher explain how to use the elbows and arms to help with the movement if you can't fully rock back and forth yet. I found that incredibly helpful and honestly got such satisfaction from being able to do it. I can already see how beneficial Pilates will be for me, and your approach made me feel very encouraged..."
Ellen O.
2026
“I gladly recommend Kathleen's classes to anyone. Her easy to follow teaching style in a calm and peaceful atmosphere makes every session enjoyable. My mobility is improving and I feel better after each class."
Brigitte S.
2026
“I have been attending Pilates with Kathleen for the past 6 months two nights a week. To say I enjoy the classes is an understatement. I am fully relaxed after each class. My flexibility is 100 times better than it was. You use muscles that you don't think you have. I look forward to her classes every week."
Regina F.
2026
“I have been with Pilates with Kathleen for the past six months. I suffer with neck and shoulder injury, and I find Kathleen's classes a great help. As she always says, go at your own pace. She is very patient with us and explains the movements in detail. I look forward to it every week. Have made a great little group of friends. I would highly recommend coming to her classes."
Cathy M.
2026
"I am now in my 80th year. I suffer a lot with imbalance, mobility issues and back pain. Luckily, I came across Kathleen, and ever since I am certainly more mobile. There were things I could not do when dressing myself. Now I am thankfully able to dress and look after myself. I owe a lot of the return of my mobility to Kathleen. She is patient, kind, very understanding and helpful. She makes me do certain exercises I think I cannot do, but actually I can."
Hilary G.
2025
"I’ve really enjoyed taking Pilates classes with Kathleen. She has such a relaxed, calming nature that instantly puts you at ease, and her lovely teaching manner makes every class both enjoyable and effective. She explains each movement clearly, and I always leave her classes feeling stronger, more centred, and uplifted."
Laura O.
2025
“I really enjoyed class last night. I felt that you catered for the beginner like me and the more advanced members also. I appreciate how you explained all the moves and stretches in detail which helped me to learn faster.”
Mary M.
2025
“…I attented your class this evening and I genuinely think it was the best Pilates class I have been to in years probably ever.…”
Patricia F.
2025
"Pilates with Kathleen has been an integral part of my postpartum recovery journey. In the past five months, I have regained core strength and overall tone as well as improved my vitality. It has been transformative for my mind and body. I’m very happy with the results and highly recommend Kathleen."
Kelly F.
2025
Benefits of Pilates
Grounded Guidance
With a lifelong passion for dance and movement, we bring balance, empathy, and grounding energy to every Pilates session.
Focused on Beginners
We specialize in helping beginners build strength, flexibility, and confidence through clear guidance and supportive, non-judgmental instruction.
Detail-Oriented Instruction
With a background in regulatory compliance, We ensure precise, safe, and effective movements for every participant.
Qualified Professional
As a REPS Ireland registered and insured instructor, you can trust that your Pilates journey is guided by qualified expertise.
Benefits of Pilates
- Low-impact exercise for all levels
- Supports injury prevention and rehabilitation
- Strengthens deep core, pelvic and spinal muscles
- Improves posture, coordination and flexibility
- Builds functional strength and mobility
- Prioritizes stability before mobility
- Enhances mind-body connection
- Compliments other sports and activities
Announcements
Class Locations
Mondays and Thursdays
7:30 PM: Little Island Community Assoc. & Sports Complex
Wednesdays
10:00 AM: St. Joseph’s Church Glanmire
7:30 PM: Cobh Community Centre
Stay consistent with your Pilates Mat practice.
Discounted 5-Class and 8-Class Passes are available.
Last minute changes to plans?
You can book a group class up to one hour before class begins.
Ages 18 - 23?
It’s now easier for you to stay active and motivated.
20% off every class.
Refer a friend to my Pilates Mat class.
When they sign up, you get one class free as a thank you.
Because everything is better with a workout partner.
No class on all Bank Holidays.