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Lauren Parker

Pilates Instructor

Lauren Parker

I have been working for Katie Bell since 2018. I have been teaching fitness classes for ten years and Pilates for six years. I am passionate about helping people be the best they can be, and I love Pilates. Following a lower back injury in 2017, I personally understand the benefits of Pilates for everybody including for rehabilitation purposes. I also love how Pilates can be a challenge regardless of experience and fitness level. I thrive on meeting people in class and watching them improve week after week. I value the community feel during classes, which is something I am proud to be a part of.

Qualifications, Achievements and Relevant Experience

 

Level 3 Modern Pilates Mat work

NVQ Anatomy and Physiology Level 3

Exercise to Music

Les Mills Body Attack, Body Pump and Body Combat Advanced Instructor

BSc Psychology, MSc Psychological Research

PhD

Hobbies, Hidden Talents, and More Info

 

I am a University Lecturer in Psychology and Education, have two dogs and love teaching my higher intensity fitness classes in the evenings!

I am passionate about psychoeducation and have lived experience of and have led the development of resources for children with neurodisabilities such as Autism and Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) that are now used nationwide in various NHS Trusts, councils, charities, and schools.

I am interested/slightly obsessed(!) with dog training, agility and obedience and enjoy taking one of my dogs to regular obedience classes to learn more. I also enjoy taking the dogs out for walks in the countryside with my husband, running with the younger pup and take great pleasure in putting my feet up at the weekend! After all, I am a big believer in the importance of rest, recuperation, a healthy work-life balance, and yummy food!

Get In Touch​

If you have any questions or would like to book an appointment you can send us a message, email us, call us or book online.

Reception

Katie Harben

Registered Office:

Rebecca Gould
Rebecca Gould
2023-02-07
I saw Emily for quite a few months after the birth of my baby and she was amazing. I honestly couldn't have been better looked after by her. She was so reassuring and gave me a plan for getting rehab and getting back into fitness. Emily is also so lovely to deal with and I really enjoyed our sessions. She is really knowledgeable and you just know you are in safe hands. I used to have regular massages with Hannah and James who were both excellent. I only stopped because we moved out the area. The Diamond package for monthly massages is well worth it. I also went to the baby and me Pilates course, which was really well led with great corrections.
Steven Gibson
Steven Gibson
2022-07-25
Great overall experience! I went in and did a taster session, loved it so much that i now attend every week. The place is really friendly, well organised and i am progressing nicely. Big thanks to everyone at Katie Bell.
Jill Rackham
Jill Rackham
2022-07-22
Fantastic Pilates sessions with amazing instructors. Would highly recommend!
robert addenbrooke
robert addenbrooke
2022-06-24
Friendly, personal attention from all the staff, nothing too much trouble. Glad to have found such an enjoyable place to keep fit.
Roscoe Neil
Roscoe Neil
2022-04-29
I’ve had 3 sports massages over past few months with James and I’ve been really pleased with the service each time. The practice is clean and calming and all the staff are lovely. Would recommend to anyone!
Justin Parfitt
Justin Parfitt
2022-04-27
What a friendly and professional team at Katie Bell - I have thoroughly enjoyed my pilates classes so far and am already feeling the benefits - great to come across such a well run organisation that exceeds expectations.
Tarandeep Rallowal
Tarandeep Rallowal
2022-03-01
Amazing service and treatment plan, helped me resolve a long running chest injury with speed and efficiency!
Gabriela Lopez-Gonzalez
Gabriela Lopez-Gonzalez
2021-11-11
Great pilates, yoga and staying fit. I have been attending the strength and conditioning classes for the last 3 months and can feel the difference.
Matthew Robinson
Matthew Robinson
2021-10-13
Excellent service, had a strain in my back and they made me an appointment the same day. All staff were great, the consultation and sports massage was so beneficial and really helped, good tips and advice as well. Well worth it and would recommend to everyone.