About Me

Having trained initially as a dancer, Jo has been in the Fitness Industry for 30 years and has enjoyed teaching a wide variety of classes for both children and adults including Aerobics, Step, Body Conditioning, Aqua, Circuit Training, Chair Based Exercise for 60+ and many types of Dance. She started teaching Fitness Pilates about 15 years ago and enjoyed the contrast to all her high energy classes so much that she decided to get a more in depth knowledge of this amazing method and trained and qualified as a Level 3 Matwork Pilates Instructor in 2012.

She also specialises in Exercise for the Older Adult and teaches in Residential Homes and 60+ Centres. running sessions that work on improving mobility, increasing range of movement, strength, coordination and balance work.

"I love to see the difference that both Pilates and General Exercise can make to peoples’ lives – not only to their bodies but also to their minds. I really feel that the mind and body are connected so deeply and if you feel good mentally you will feel good physically and vice versa. I love that my class members really enjoy their sessions on a social basis as well as a physical one and that they have formed such great friendships with each other and as groups. They perform even better in class because they have a close connection and are all experiencing the amazing benefit and magic of doing Exercise together."

Joanna Fernandes

I love to see the difference that both Pilates and General Exercise can make to peoples’ lives – not only to their bodies but also to their minds.

- Joanna Fernandes -

"Courses, workshops and training weekends"

I'm constantly learning and updating my knowledge in Pilates and other areas of fitness, through attending courses, workshops and training weekends, so that I can provide the best service to my wide variety of clients.

What people have to say

“Before joining Jo’s Pilates Class I suffered with lower back pain which effected simple tasks including leaning over the sink to brush my teeth."

I am pleased to say that not only can I brush my teeth pain free I have enjoyed a week skiing without any back issues. Jo’s class and approach is friendly and welcoming to all and I would highly recommend joining to anyone considering taking up Pilates.

Terry Moran (North London Yoga Studio)
“On one of my many visits to an osteopath I was recommended to join a Pilates class to solve my back and shoulder problems."

Since joining Jo’s Pilates group, I haven’t looked back. Her class mixes the traditional with contemporary. All our exercises are based around the 32 moves / teachings of Joseph Pilates. Rather than running through them mechanically, to keep it fresh, Jo injects fun, changes the focus from week to week by using equipment ranging from resistance bands and rings to weighted balls, poles and gliders. She’s such a positive teacher, always seeking to help her students realise their potential and overcome any difficulties (mental or physical) that they face, modifying a move for their personal needs. Whether beginner, intermediate or advanced, Jo has experience and knows how to teach any ability and any mood of class. I should know, I’ve been a student of hers for nearly 10 years and feel very lucky to have found her.

Lisa Meenan (Oakwood Physiotherapy Clinic)
"Pilates with Jo is fun & uplifting."

She loves & fully understands Pilates & people & her classes are always invigorating & effective in terms of developing core strength & flexibility. They are clearly beneficial to one‘s wellbeing. Sometimes the class content is quiet but intense with an emphasis on precision & specific stretching & sometimes there is a more upbeat slant. Each class has a specific theme or concentrates on particular areas of the muscular skeletal system so that over a few sessions every aspect of Pilates is covered in depth. I love Jo’s classes & can’t imagine life without Jo & her Pilates class.

Jane Dommett (Oakwood Physiotherapy Clinic)
"I have done Pilates with Jo for 5 years now and I still look forward to her class each week!"

"Her friendly classes incorporate equipment and mat work and are never repetitive so you don't get the chance to get bored! She always offers modifications to support or challenge and is attentive to the needs of her clients. Thanks to this, I felt happy and was able to continue my Pilates practice with Jo until I was 36 weeks pregnant. I leave each week feeling better both physically and mentally. Thank you"

Laura Wilson (Oakwood Physiotherapy Clinic)
"I have been attending Jo’s Pilates sessions since January 2017."

At the start, I was very weak, having just come home after a long hospital stay, having done little exercise. Jo has been able to come to my house to teach me Pilates weekly and my breath control, strength, stamina and confidence have grown considerably – so much so, that I have been able to attend some of Jo’s classes at Oakwood Physiotherapy Clinic during the last year and I can keep up with the other members of the class and she will always adapt and cater every session to each individual’s needs. I have also attended Jo & Jackie’s Pilates & Yoga Workshops which are always so much fun! Both my physical and mental health have improved since doing Pilates and I always look forward to each session, as it will be challenging, rewarding and enjoyable and will continue to improve my health. Jo is truly the kindest, best Pilates teacher out there!

Jessica Michael - 25 years old (One to One Client)
"I cannot recommend Jo’s superb Pilates classes highly enough. I started her class 6 years ago and I have never looked back. "

I started her class 6 years ago and I have never looked back. Keeping up this regular practice has meant I have remedied any previous back and chest pains I had, have not had any pains since and have built up my strength and resistance. I am very conscious of a huge improvement in my physical and mental well-being. Whilst I have been attending each week for 6 years, no one class is the same with Jo and this is what I love. Her planning is meticulous to mix things up, together with the use of different props to keep it fresh. Jo is attentive, friendly and professional. Her classes are challenging yet great fun. Jo expertly deals with a range of abilities in her class and it is clear she knows how to make us reach our full potential, with tailor-made adjustments to suit our individual needs. Her warm personality means that all members of the group feel immediately welcomed and nurtured, however young or old- it’s like a family."

Charlotte Wanendeya (North London Yoga Studio)
"I’ve known Jo now, for over 3 years, since I had my emergency spinal surgery."

She has brought my confidence with exercise back to life, making me feel at ease with my back due to her attentive advice and reassurance during class.
Her sessions are extremely fun and she varies each class with the use of different equipment and exercises. I thoroughly enjoy coming to Jo’s classes because they are pure quality and you always get the individual advice and care you need even if it’s a full class.
My back tells me now when I haven’t seen Jo and I want to always have her classes in my life.
Thank you Jo for everything. X

Jade Thomas (Blueprint Fitness)

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About Me

"Courses, workshops and training weekends"

What people have to say

“Before joining Jo’s Pilates Class I suffered with lower back pain which effected simple tasks including leaning over the sink to brush my teeth."

“On one of my many visits to an osteopath I was recommended to join a Pilates class to solve my back and shoulder problems."

"Pilates with Jo is fun & uplifting."

"I have done Pilates with Jo for 5 years now and I still look forward to her class each week!"

"I have been attending Jo’s Pilates sessions since January 2017."

"I cannot recommend Jo’s superb Pilates classes highly enough. I started her class 6 years ago and I have never looked back. "

"I’ve known Jo now, for over 3 years, since I had my emergency spinal surgery."