We’re a small team with big passions
MEET THE TEAM!
Meet the Sonder team
Meet Shak
Shak is a certified Mat Pilates instructor with specialist training in pre- and postnatal Pilates. After discovering Pilates through her running journey, she experienced its benefits for building strength, improving mobility, and preventing injury. Her classes are supportive and inclusive, helping clients leave feeling stronger, more mobile, and energised.
Meet Becca
After my first 45-minute Mat Pilates class, I was instantly hooked. With a background in gymnastics, I was drawn to the way Pilates blends strength, precision, and flow. I now love creating classes that combine classical movements into balanced, dynamic, and often spicy sequences that leave clients feeling strong and energised.
Meet Vanessa
Vanessa is dedicated to creating a welcoming, inclusive space for all backgrounds, abilities, and fitness levels. Her classes focus on low-impact movements that activate the core, build strength, and improve control and endurance. She guides students through proper alignment, mindful breathing, and tailored modifications, making Pilates accessible and empowering for everyone.
Meet Jess
My journey with movement began in Melbourne, Australia, where I discovered Pilates and was instantly drawn to its strength, control, and flow. As an instructor, I bring an energetic, interactive approach to every class, encouraging clients to step beyond their comfort zones while staying grounded in mindfulness, intention, gratitude, and breath-work.
Meet Mandy
Mandy swapped her fast-paced corporate life for the calm and clarity of yoga. With 300+ hours of training in Mysore, Yin, Sculpt, and Barre, she now shares her passion for movement and mindfulness to help others find balance, strength, and peace.
Meet Mimi
Trained in Hatha, Ashtanga, and Mandala yoga, Mimi creates thoughtful, creative flows that build strength, heat, and fluid movement while leaving space for deep relaxation. Her playful, welcoming classes encourage students to connect with movement and breath, leaving them feeling grounded, energised, and refreshed.
Join Our Team
We always love from hearing from new teachers.
If you think you’d be a great fit at Sonder, drop us an email with details of your qualifications, and a bit about you here: info@sonder-studio.co.uk
Meet Aira
Aira is a professional dancer and Barre instructor. Learning is Aira's biggest drive in her career. She's fortunate to already have had a big variety of opportunities within the arts and wellness space, and as an instructor Aira aims to put all knowledge into her class and create a driven and supported space for anyone sharing their energy!
Meet Herin
Herin is passionate about Pilates and all things movement. Her mat pilates classes blend classical and contemporary inspired movements, with a focus on breathwork to help you move more freely and connect deeply with your body. Herin would love for you to join her for a dynamic, feel-good flow.
Meet Ros
Ros teaches students of all ages and abilities, offering Vinyasa, Yin, and Beginner Yoga classes that blend movement, breath-work, and meditation. As a trainee psychotherapist, she takes a holistic approach, helping students connect body, mind, and breath to feel more balanced, grounded, and energised.