Our Team
Lucy Tomlinson
Creator of Welcome Pilates & Pilates teacher
Qualifications: Level 3 Body Control® Pilates Mat, Level 3 Pre and Postnatal Pilates, Reformer Advanced
I discovered Pilates at University when I was going through a period of particularly poor mental health, it gave me a place to escape whilst studying for my degree. Pilates taught me to be gentle on myself, the exercises were never punishing, rather my teacher encouraged us to listen to our bodies and choose the options that felt good for us in that moment, on that particular day.
I created Welcome Pilates to help people connect back to themselves, to feel more confident in their bodies and more energised in their minds. Pilates helps people to gain strength, improve flexibility, mobility and stability, have more body awareness and prevent injury.
Pilates is gentle on your mind and body, you can take it at your own pace, move slowly but feel and breathe deeply. It makes you feel strong and capable and reminds you of just how resilient you truly are.
What can people expect from your classes?
My classes are focussed on the Pilates principles of alignment, breathing and centering (recruiting your core muscles), as well as encouraging people to listen to their bodies and work with how they feel on the day. I strongly believe that everyone can benefit in some way from Pilates and always encourage my clients to believe in themselves in order to reach their full potential. In my classes you can expect a mix of challenge and relaxation so that you leave walking taller, feeling stronger and more alive.
Can you tell us a little more about you or what you like to do in your spare time?
I am constantly inspired by nature: the changing seasons, the evolving colours of a sunrise and the great expanse of the sea. I love to travel and explore new places and am happiest when submerged in water, can feel the sun on my face or am stroking a purring cat.
“I’ve been practising Pilates for over 10 years and teaching for six of those and I am still learning every single day. It’s humbling for me, you can’t ‘complete’ Pilates, it’s a constant growing experience which has taught me so much more than just a list of exercises.” - Lucy
Sarah Hunter
Pilates Teacher
Qualifications: Level 3 Body Control® Pilates Mat
Sarah is an ex-professional dancer with a dance career spanning over 10 years. Towards the end of her dancing career, she began to see how important it is to look after our bodies, and this is when she fell in love with the benefits of Pilates.
What can people expect from your classes?
I know the importance of creating a mobile yet strong body, whilst trying to achieve the same with the mind. My classes will work your whole body and you will leave feeling stronger, taller and perhaps, most importantly, calmer!
Mia Patrick
Pilates Teacher
Qualifications: YMCA Level 3 Diploma in Teaching Pilates
Mia is a Mat Pilates instructor with a background in ballet, which strongly shapes her teaching style. Trained in a discipline centred on control, alignment, and body awareness, and with experience working in abroad, she brings a mindful, technique-focused approach to every session. With a personal understanding of spinal health and rehabilitation, she prioritises safe, supportive, and well-aligned movement in her teaching.
What can people expect from your classes?
My teaching blends strength and precision with flow and intention. I focus on helping clients build strong, supportive bodies, particularly through the core and glutes, while improving posture, mobility, and confidence in movement. My classes are calm, encouraging, and detail-oriented, helping each person feel connected to their body and leave feeling stronger, more balanced, and energised.
Rhiannon Lewis
Pilates Teacher
Qualifications: APPI Certified Matwork Pilates Teacher
Rhiannon is a trained APPI Mat Pilates instructor. Having always understanding the importance of exercise for the body she now realises the immense benefits of the mental side too: boosting your mood and confidence. Pilates has been a great help with understanding her own body better whilst supporting it when needed in other activities.
What can people expect from your classes?
My approach to my classes is that you will challenge yourself physically but you’ll feel like you’ve taken time for you.
Each class will have a focus on body alignment, strength and flexibility. The class will flow from exercise to the next with moments of rest, with the opportunity of different levels of the exercises, so you can challenge yourself or take it a bit easier.