Go Pilates Essex was founded by Leah Payne, a dedicated Pilates instructor whose passion for movement stems from her own journey of recovery and transformation.

Orginally trained in dance from a young age, Leah’s career was cut short in her late teens, following three arthroscopy knee operations. After being told she would never dance or exercise again - and that a full knee replacement would be inevitable by forty - she refused to accept those limits. Pilates became her path to rebuilding strength, mobility and confidence.

Now in her fifties, Leah is stronger and fitter than ever, a testament to the effectiveness and longevity of the Pilates method.

Leah trained with the most highly regarded STOTT Pilates at One KX, Kings Cross, London, achieving certification in Essential, Intermediate and Advanced matwork, later followed by certification in Classical Reformer and Tower equipment.

She has completed numerous Pilates workshops specialising in Knee Stability & Function; Stability & Mobility of the Shoulder Girdle; Breast Cancer Rehab; Ultimate Back Care; Scoliosis; Pilates for Strength Training and many more. She has also attended personal one to one training with Steele Pilates in New York City, which has been invaluable to her own personal practice experience.

With a specialist focus on 1:1, 2:1 duets and small group private sessions, she creates bespoke programmes that prioritise alignment, control, and lasting functional strength; all based at her small, private studio, in Latchingdon, Essex.

Additional Certifications:

• Level 2 in Teaching Physical Activity & Pilates to Children

• Beachbody PiYo Live Instructor

• Pilates for Strength Training (Fitpro)

• Pure Stretch Instructor

Leah’s aim is simple: to help you build strength, restore balance and feel more confident in your body.