I went to the Steve Jordan nearby Bermondsey studio in SE1 (about 6 mins walking from London Bridge) starting in Sept 2009 following progress with physio rehab (for shoulder / scapula instability ) and some keyhole surgery that helped to make 'more space' for tendons to move around more freely. The physio and surgery improved my situation a lot - however this was the starting point as I needed to gain more dynamic functional control and comfort to get back to sporty things like running, gym-ing, swimming, rowing and even to maintain good posture while sitting at a desk using computer all day! From the first 1:1 sessions (to ensure safe approach and understanding of the more strenuous controlled work to follow) through the classes over following months I found everyone at the studio to be amazingly helpful, sympathic and attentive to detail - pushing for improvements and to make corrections all the time. Within 3 weeks I felt significant improvements in posture and when exercising - and ongoing can honestly say, month by month my flexibility, control core strength and posture are improving still. The 3 expert instructors Mel, Sabrina and Tracey that helped me are all 'very cool'(Tracey's catchphrase!) and friendly - they can demonstrate everything brilliantly well. The studio owner, John is also a highly enthusiastic regular participant. For real-life functional balance, stability, improved posture and well-being I can recomend this 10-to-1 better than any communal general Pilates classes found even in decent gym (btw there are typically 3-6 of us working through the exercises together in a Steve Jordan class). Despite the effort attending regularly - getting up for 7am classes (I prefer early mornings to keep the day free) it is all rather relaxing and good for stress-relief, classes start from v. early morning (pre-office) to late evenings. The studio is also nice and bright and open, south-facing looking on to a lovely open garden in the grounds of the former Hartley's Jam Factory. Highly recommended. Try it and stick with it for at least 5 or 6 sessions and I will be truly amazed if you don't feel the difference and get hooked! I usually cringe when I read testimonials like this to be honest, but this is how it happened so thought it was worth sharing as it is !! Give it a try! read more

Brilliant Pilates in London. Having been referred to a consultant following mild back pain but of greater concern was a numbness in my left foot, he suggested a course of physiotherapy. I am fortunate in that I work almost opposite The City Of London Medical Centre which has extremely well qualified physiotherapists who take a strong interest in general wellbeing in addition to the specific injury or problem. During the course my physio recommended that I should try pilates as he felt it would improve my posture which may in turn alleviate the numbness and pain. He recommended Steve Jordan Pilates and I continue to be amazed at the benefits I have experienced. One of their maxims is that they get to fit to play your sport, not the other way round. During the initial session the instructor makes copious notes not just about your body in terms of flexibility (in my case not very complimentary!) and posture but also what your aims are. I had no idea that pilates could be used to improve strength and stamina in addition to aiding flexibility, breathing techniques and posture. All the instructors at Steve Jordan Pilates are aware of each individuals' abilities as the notes are consulted before the class and the instructors ensure that they get to know the clientele. The small class size ensures that you receive individual attention and such is the expertise of the instructors that they are constantly observing you, ensuring the correct position for any given exercise and shouting encouragement. I am a keen cyclist and my aims are to improve my time trial performance and stamina on longer rides. Already I am feeling the benefits on the distance runs and on the sprints my times are reducing - proof indeed of the benefits of pilates as I have not changed any other aspect of my training. I have booked my next ten sessions and cannot imagine a better pilates class in London. read more

After suffering with a shoulder injury from a car crash some 8 years ago, I joined SJP at the beginning of 2010 on the recommendation of a physio. I admit that I was very sceptical about pilates in general and could fail to see how a bunch of breathing exercises (yes, I really was that ignorant) could possibly help where other treatment I had received had failed! How wrong I was.......after my first 1 to 1 lesson, I was huffing and puffing and feeling muscles in parts of my body that I had never felt before! I have now completed 4 months at SJP, attending 1-2 sessions a week and the difference it has made is truly incredible. The pain in my shoulder has subsided, my shoulders are noticebly lowering and my posture has improved. Previously, I used to suffer from pins and needles in my left arm from my shoulder injury and this has not happened for 3 months now. The teachers are all fantastic (particular shout out for Tracey who has really encouraged and supported me) and really make an effort to get to know you, your injuries, and then work with you to improve these problem areas. The classes are small (maximum of 6 people) so the teachers are able to watch everyone closely and push everyone to their own max. The exercises are hard work and you really feel like you have pushed yourself by the end of each session. I always notice how much better I walk and stand after each session and I look forward to going each week which is pretty impressive for someone who has not set foot in a gym for many years!! All in all, I completely recommend giving SJP a try for yourself.....particularly those who, like me, had previously scoffed at this form of treatment, it just might be the cure you were looking for, this has certainly been the best treatment for me!!! read more

After suffering with a shoulder injury from a car crash some 8 years ago, I joined SJP at the beginning of 2010 on the recommendation of a physio. I admit that I was very sceptical about pilates in general and could fail to see how a bunch of breathing exercises (yes, I really was that ignorant) could possibly help where other treatment I had received had failed! How wrong I was.......after my first 1 to 1 lesson, I was huffing and puffing and feeling muscles in parts of my body that I had never felt before! I have now completed 8 weeks at SJP, attending 2 sessions a week and the difference it has made is truly incredible. The pain in my shoulder has subsided, my shoulders are noticebly lowering and my posture has improved. Previously, I used to suffer from pins and needles in my left arm from my shoulder injury and this has not happened for 4 weeks now. The teachers are all fantastic (particular shout out for Tracey who has really encouraged and supported me) and really make an effort to get to know you, your injuries, and then work with you to improve these problem areas. The classes are small (maximum of 6 people) so the teachers are able to watch everyone closely and push everyone to their own max. The exercises are hard work and you really feel like you have pushed yourself by the end of each session. I always notice how much better I walk and stand after each session and I look forward to going each week which is pretty impressive for someone who has not set foot in a gym for many years!! All in all, I completely recommend giving SJP a try for yourself.....particularly those who, like me, had previously scoffed at this form of treatment, it just might be the cure you were looking for, it certainly has been for me!!! read more

I have been going to Steve Jordan Pilates in Bermondsey in South London since September 2010 and think it to be one of the most effective things I could have done to fight back against years of poor posture and lack of exercise. Two or three sessions at the gym each week didn't seem to be cutting it and I was frustrated at my lack of progress. I had even attended a pilates class at the gym, but was put off by the large class size, an inability to grasp what the instructor wanted, and the nagging impression that the instructor was more concerned with showing off her ability than with pushing the class. So I was nervous about my first session with SJP. But they know what they are doing: they start you off with one-to-ones so you can join straight into your first class without worrying you are holding the others back. And more importantly they identify the things which need addressing (in my case achingly tight hamstrings and a resultant poor posture). It's not easy but it is rewarding. Tracey, Sabrina and the others make sure you don't get away with slacking and there are moments of exquisite torture. But for the feeling of achievement after an hour it is totally worth it. I still have a long way to go, but I am making progress! And I couldn't have said that before. My regular gym instructor saw me 10 weeks after I had started with SJP and was amazed. I am now able to fight back against all those years of not exercising and most importantly I feel so much better. This sounds like the cheesiest commercial ever but I mean every word. Thanks Tracey and Sabrina you are brilliant! read more

I started going to SteveJordan Pilates in Bermondsey after an initial telephone conversation with John - mid January 2010. Its now March and I can truly say that it is a New Years Resolution that I intend to maintain! Previous pilates classes I have attended, I have left me feeling confused and dizzy as I was not taught to breath correctly.The trainers I have experienced to date Tracey and Sabrina are amazing and under their supervision I am breathing correctly, have discovered muscles and movements that I never knew I had or could do! Additionally after just 5 weeks, I feel leaner, more toned, the clicking in my knee has reduced, my back seems stronger and seems to be aligning itself to how it should be and more importantly I am more aware of my core body and my posture. Attending the smaller classes are ideal for me as I benefit from a more personal approach and also the trainers can spot easily when are I am doing a wrong movement, having difficulty or just slacking! Also you can see that they really care about how you are developing and rightly or wrongly encourage good pain after a class! Many have said that pilates in general is costly, but personally my opinion is that you get what you pay for! The only down side for me is that the studio I attend is about an hour or so away from where I live. A part from that SteveJordan Pilates is definitely meeting all the criteria that I need - professional, experienced, flexible, friendly... I am really happy with them and glad I found them and will highly recommend them to others. read more

I started going to SteveJordan Pilates in after an initial telephone conversation with John - mid January 2010. Its now March and I can truly say that it is a New Years Resolution that I intend to maintain! Previous pilates classes I have attended, I have left me feeling confused and dizzy as I was not taught to breath correctly.The trainers I have experienced to date Tracey and Sabrina are amazing and under their supervision I am breathing correctly, have discovered muscles and movements that I never knew I had or could do! Additionally after just 5 weeks, I feel leaner, more toned, the clicking in my knee has reduced, my back seems stronger and seems to be aligning itself to how it should be and more importantly I am more aware of my core body and my posture. Attending the smaller classes are ideal for me as I benefit from a more personal approach and also the trainers can spot easily when are I am doing a wrong movement, having difficulty or just slacking! Also you can see that they really care about how you are developing and rightly or wrongly encourage good pain after a class! Many have said that pilates in general is costly, but personally my opinion is that you get what you pay for! The only down side for me is that the studio I attend is about an hour or so away from where I live. A part from that SteveJordan Pilates is definitely meeting all the criteria that I need - professional, experienced, flexible, friendly... I am really happy with them and glad I found them and will highly recommend them to others. read more

I am in my sixth Pilates session at the Bermondsey studio, and I could not be happier. I discovered it just passing by taking my little boy to nursery. I felt very curious about the studio. When I read their leaflet, what caught my attention was their guarantee for results within your first three sessions. After the pregnancy and birth of my son, bad posture had totally taken over my body: rounded shoulders, tremendous tension in my neck... My body was screaming for help. I was in need of a type of exercise that could give me strength in my core, which was totally gone after the pregnancy. After having a chat with John, the director of the Bermondsey studio, I decided to give it a try and went for the assessment sessions. My surprise was that just after the first assessment session my body gained a lot of awareness. I was able to catch myself in a bad position and correct myself quicker. And as it said in the leaflet, after a few sessions I have noticed a change in the strength of my core and upper body. My neck feels better and my awareness has increased a lot. I have worked with the three teachers at the Bermondsey studio and they are great. They are very professional, knowledgeable and patient. I must say that for me it is a bit of an economic effort, but it is worth it. Steve Jordan pilates is having a very positive impact on my well-being. 24/02/10 Sonia read more

I am in my sixth Pilates session at the Bermondsey studio, and I could not be happier. I discovered it just passing by taking my little boy to nursery. I felt very curious about the studio. When I read their leaflet, what caught my attention was their guarantee for results within your first three sessions. After the pregnancy and birth of my son, bad posture had totally taken over my body: rounded shoulders, tremendous tension in my neck My body was screaming for help. I was in need of a type of exercise that could give me strength in my core, which was totally gone after the pregnancy. After having a chat with John, the director of the Bermondsey studio, I decided to give it a try and went for the assessment sessions. My surprise was that just after the first assessment session my body gained a lot of awareness. I was able to catch myself in a bad position and correct myself quicker. And as it said in the leaflet, after a few sessions I have noticed a change in the strength of my core and upper body. My neck feels better and my awareness has increased a lot. I have worked with the three teachers at the Bermondsey studio and they are great. They are very professional, knowledgeable and patient. I must say that for me it is a bit of an economic effort, but it is worth it. Steve Jordan pilates is having a very positive impact on my well-being. 24/02/10 Sonia read more

Have you ever tried PIlates in your crowded gym? Have you found it boring, easy and unuseful? Well, you have never tried whayt Pilates is!!! Pilates is not boring, is really challenging, it's really demanding, even really tough and if you practice is properly you can feel the difference! Pilates seems to have became pretty popular and the problem is that many people thing they are doing PIlates while thwey ignore what Pilates is. I have been doing a very good PIlates and when moved to London missed a good class. Untill I haven't met John and SJP studio! When I have walked in I immediately recognized the good signs and the evidences these guys knew what Pilates was. And I have been confirmed as soon as I did my my first class! No jokes, they know what Pilates is, they are passionate about it, the have experienced it and they know how important a good training is. I immediately loved their new studio and the instructors, so kind and attentive, Lessons are tough and intense, but that's Pilates. So, if you find your gym Pilates-like classes are boring, give real-Pilates a try. One class is enough to try and see the difference. read more

It is no exaggeration to say Steve Jordan Pilates has changed my life. Previously my back problems were getting worse and worse each year and my visits to physios more regular. This was having a major impact on my working and sporting life and general well being. After one session I could tell that this form of exercise was essesntial for me, with the concentration on the core and supporting muscles. I have always exercised a lot, but this was reinvigorating my body. After 3 sessions I was cured of my back problems, though they can return if I stop training. After training with SJP for a year I now know where all my past injuries and problems have emanated from. I now know how to sit, stand, walk and run properly! As my sport is golf it has had a huge beneficial effect. I now know why all top class athletes use this type of training. AC Milan may well keep Beckham playing until he is forty, a large part of this is down to pilates and the kind of training you will go through at SJP. I cannot recommend SJP highly enough. Go there now and make the investment in an improved life! read more

It is no exaggeration to say Steve Jordan Pilates has changed my life. Previously my back problems were getting worse and worse each year and my visits to physios more regular. This was having a major impact on my working and sporting life. After one session I could tell that this form of exercise was essesntial for me, with the concentration on the core and supporting muscles. I have always exercised a lot, but this was reinvigorating my body. After 3 sessions I was cured of my back problems, though they can return if I stop training. After training with SJP for a year I now know where all my past injuries and problems have emanated from. I now know how to sit, stand, walk and run properly! As my sport is golf it has had a huge beneficial effect. I now know why all top class athletes use this type of training. AC Milan may well keep Beckham playing until he is forty, a large part of this is down to pilates and the kind of training you will go through at SJP. I cannot recommend SJP highly enough. Go there now and make the investment in an improved life! read more

Pilates seems to have became pretty popular and the problem is that many people thing they are doing PIlates while they ignore what Pilates is. Pilates is not a trend, is a different way to work out and if you practice is properly you'll see it yourself. I was really looking for a real Pilates experience in London and finally I have found it! When I have walked in I immediately recognized the good signs and the evidences of a serious studio: these guys knew what Pilates is and they were what I was looking for! My first impressions have been confirmed as soon as I did my my first class: instructors are so kind, attentive and precise that there's really no way to cheat - you have to work and they keep you constantly challenged! No jokes, they know what Pilates is, they are passionate about it, the have experienced it and they know how important a good training is. So, if you find your gym Pilates-like classes are boring, give real-Pilates a try. One class is enough to try and see the difference. Needless to say, try a true Pilates class at SJP ! read more

I wish I'd discovered Steve Jordan Pilates sooner! Having been troubled by a prolapsed disc last year, I was encouraged to try out a pilates class in the hope that it would strengthen the core muscles around my lower spine. Whilst I have done lots of sport and exercise throughout my entire life I soon discovered that my core muscles were much neglected. The classes are varied and reasonably fast-paced, combining strengthening with flexibility work. With never more than 6 people per class and first-rate teachers who give each individual lots of attention and guidance, I had extremely pleasing results within a matter of weeks. My body is far more toned, my back problems have reduced and for the first time in my life I can touch my toes! The classes also provide me with an excellent mental break from the chaos of living and working in London. I would highly recommend Steve Jordan Pilates, whether it's to prepare your body for a sporting event, help recover from an injury or just for general strengthening and conditioning purposes. read more

I wish I'd discovered Steve Jordan Pilates sooner! Having been troubled by a prolapsed disc last year, I was encouraged to try out a pilates class in the hope that it would strengthen the core muscles around my lower spine. Whilst I have done lots of sport and exercise throughout my entire life I soon discovered that my core muscles were much neglected. The classes are varied and reasonably fast-paced, combining strengthening with flexibility work. With never more than 6 people per class and first-rate teachers who give each individual lots of attention and guidance, I had extremely pleasing results within a matter of weeks. My body is far more toned, my back problems have reduced and for the first time in my life I can touch my toes! The classes also provide me with an excellent mental break from the chaos of living and working in London. I would highly recommend Steve Jordan Pilates, whether it's to prepare your body for a sporting event, help recover from an injury or just for general strengthening and conditioning purposes. read more

After struggling to recover from a foot injury some friends recommended I try pilates. I tried a few places but nothing really stuck until I found Steve Jordan Pilates in Bermondsey near London Bridge, SE1. The studio is a bright, airy place and classes are never more than 6 people so you get really personalised attention from the instructors. I'm not a great one for exercise but after a one on one session I progressed to group mat classes, then on to machine classes and I have genuinely noticed a change in my physique and posture. I am more defined around my waist which is a problem area for me and also my arms which were lacking any definition whatsoever. Thanks to sorting out my core strength and posture my has also improved significantly. What I like most of all about classes here however is how friendly and supportive the instructors are. They always remember your name, what stage you are at and approach class with a light heartedness that makes the hour's hard work pass a lot faster. I am very grateful. read more

After struggling to recover from a foot injury some friends recommended I try pilates. I tried a few places but nothing really stuck until I found Steve Jordan Pilates in Bermondsey near London Bridge, SE1. The studio is a bright, airy place and classes are never more than 6 people so you get really personalised attention from the instructors. I'm not a great one for exercise but after a one on one session I progressed to group mat classes, then on to machine classes and I have genuinely noticed a change in my physique and posture. I am more defined around my waist which is a problem area for me and also my arms which were lacking any definition whatsoever. Thanks to sorting out my core strength and posture my has also improved significantly. What I like most of all about classes here however is how friendly and supportive the instructors are. They always remember your name, what stage you are at and approach class with a light heartedness that makes the hour's hard work pass a lot faster. I am very grateful. read more

First Class Palates - trust me! I was preparing to run the London marathon for the first time and was recommended by an expert to use palates as a supplementary form of exercise. I had never been to a palates class before attending Steve Jordan's Palates, but I'm now a complete convert. My experience at Steve Jordan's Palates has been first class. Specific things that a I really like about the set up include: - Excellent instructors, they are all real experts in their field and really motive you - Small class sizes (max of 6) so you get a high quality workout - Clear structure of progression through classes - Flexibility and ease of booking / attending classes - Noticeable results within a month I would highly recommend going to Steve Jordan's Palates. You will not be disappointed. The results for me were superb; I managed a sub 3-30 marathon at my first attempt which would not have been possible without the core, hips and legs work built up through Steve Jordan's Palates classes. read more

First Class Palates trust me! I was preparing to run the London marathon for the first time and was recommended by an expert to use palates as a supplementary form of exercise. I had never been to a palates class before attending Steve Jordan's Palates, but I'm now a complete convert. My experience at Steve Jordan's Palates has been first class. Specific things that a I really like about the set up include: - Excellent instructors, they are all real experts in their field and really motive you - Small class sizes (max of 6) so you get a high quality workout - Clear structure of progression through classes - Flexibility and ease of booking / attending classes - Noticeable results within a month I would highly recommend going to Steve Jordan's Palates. You will not be disappointed. The results for me were superb; I managed a sub 3-30 marathon at my first attempt which would not have been possible without the core, hips and legs work built up through Steve Jordan's Palates classes. read more