How do I book a class?
You can book your class by completing the contact form on this website, emailing alison@swanpilates.uk or by text/Whatsapp 07466 577690
What equipment do I need?
Pilates – pilates mat, small hand towel and pilates/yoga blocks/cushions if you have them. Water bottle.
Ballet – ballet shoes – socks are fine to begin with for barre work but bare feet would be needed in the centre. Shoes are better to protect your feet from any floor defects. Water bottle.
Do you have spare mats?
I sometimes have a spare mat or two but it is advisable to bring your own with you to class. The venues used do not always have spare equipment.
What should I wear?
It is advisable to remove jewellery before exercising and to tie back long hair.
Pilates – close fitting clothes if possible for the instructor to see your body alignment e.g. Leggings/close fitting joggers and a t-shirt. Socks or bare feet. Jumper/hoodie to warm up in.
Ballet – close fitting clothes if possible for the instructor to see your body alignment e.g. Leggings and a t-shirt/ sports top. Ballet leotard and tights are optional! Ballet shoes preferably but socks acceptable at the barre and bare feet in the centre. Jumper/Hoodie to warm up in.
Where are classes held and where can I park?
Galmpton Barn Chapel Hall, 26 Greenway Rd, Galmpton, TQ5 0LT – parking available in the village – please be mindful not to park on school markings or across residents’ driveways. Follow the steps up to the hall on the left side of the Barn Chapel.
Miss Jenny’s School of Dancing, 1 Bishop’s Place, Paignton, TQ3 3DZ – pay and display parking available in Palace Avenue or in the Crown and Anchor car park. 2 hour free parking available on Church Street (by Paignton Hospital) but limited availability. Entrance up steps and through white double doors.
South Devon College, Vantage Point, Long Road, Paignton, TQ4 7EJ – free car parking (code issued to exit). Please go to the main reception – the dance studio is just along the hallway to the left and on the right hand side.
Which qualifications do you hold?
OCR Level 2 Certificate in Teaching Mat Based Pilates
VTCT Level 3 Diploma in Mat Based Pilates
Royal Academy of Dance (RAD) BA (Hons)The Art and Teaching of Ballet
RAD Licentiate and Associate
ISTD Associate
First Aid at Work – completed Nov 2024
Are you insured?
Yes, I have public liability insurance.
Do you have a recent DBS?
Yes – I have an enhanced DBS check most recently done in 2025.
Do you have a risk assessment?
Yes – Available upon request. I worked in Health and Safety for 10 years and have my IOSH qualification.