Pilates Reviews St Albans – Real Client Results
Pilates Reviews The Sogunro Practice St Albans – Applied Pilates | Osteolates Therapy
If you are looking for Pilates reviews in St Albans, understanding real client results can help you make the right decision.
Applied Pilates St Albans is part of The Sogunro Practice, where clients often begin with goals such as improving flexibility, reducing back pain, or moving more comfortably.
These results reflect a combination of movement work, rehabilitation, and ongoing Pilates practice.
From Pain or Stiffness to Better Movement
Many clients initially come with back pain, stiffness, or restricted movement.
However, through a personalised approach—including Reformer Pilates in St Albans—improvements often extend beyond symptom relief.
As a result, clients develop better strength, control, and long-term movement confidence.
I have been going to the Applied Pilates studio for 14 years. My journey started with recovery from a prolapsed disc. Whilst advice was to do Pilates and strengthen my core, I was concerned about joining any class and making matters worse, which I have experienced subsequently.I came across an advert for the studio and it addressed my fears since it referenced small groups and tailored programs. I haven’t looked back. Teejay has through my regular Pilates routine and ad-hoc treatments for back and shoulder issues kept me moving and I continue to be challenged and build strength. I highly recommend Teejay and his studio.
Christine Donnet
I first came to the Sogunro Practice just over a year ago with a lot of pain in my knees. After just a couple of treatments and regular pilates sessions since then, not only the pain has gone from my knees but I feel altogether better toned and healthy. TJ is incredibly skilled in his field and the combination of physio and personalised pilates routines is so unique and helpful. Highly recommended for anyone with muscular skeletal problems; or anyone who just wants to feel healthy.
Rachel Waterhouse
I've been coming here for over a year now and it's been so helpful at keeping my back pain at bay, in a way that none of the other therapies I've tried could. Teejay is always on hand to help, and it's great being able to go at my own pace with my own routine specific to my condition.
Suzanne Kordel
I am a tennis player/ coach that has suffered with multiple injuries. Mainly my lower back. I went to Teejay and after all these years he has helped me so much with lower back pain. Additionally, i have had tendonitis of my arm which he is helping me recover. I have seen many physios throughout my sporting career but would recommend Teejay out of everyone!
Ellie Coleman
I have been making weekly visits to see Teejay for longer than I can remember! I had a disc removed from my spine and I didn't think that I would ever play sport of any kind again. It was only when I took up pilates, and specifically when I found Teejay, that my back began to improve. Now I regularly play tennis and run. I can’t recommend Applied Pilates highly enough.
rachael cg
I have been coming to Applied Pilates for many years initially due to facet joint back problems and the exercises on the reformer and Cadillac have helped me to strengthen my core. More recently I have also had Osteolates MSK treatment for a severe frozen shoulder and Teejay has helped in relieving the pain but also helping me with a set of exercises to strengthen my shoulder and arm muscles to the point I am now almost back to normal! My twice weekly Pilates sessions are a great discipline and have helped me to recover with confidence - thanks Teejay I would never have recovered without your support.
Melanie Millner
I’ve had back pain for years, but I’ve finally found a way to exercise without worrying about hurting myself and it’s actually making my back stronger too. Teejay really knows his stuff, and I’d definitely recommend seeing him if you’ve got any aches or pains.
Michael Martinez
I first started working with Teejay during my pro squash career when I was struggling with back pain that often left me unable to play or even walk properly. His expertise and the Pilates sessions he guided me through made a huge difference. What started as 1:1 sessions soon became group classes, and the progress was incredible. With his help, I was able to stay on court, move better, and eventually reach my highest ranking.Teejay not only helped me through those tough times but also inspired me to become a physio myself.If you’re dealing with pain, want to build strength and mobility, or just improve how you move and perform, I can’t recommend Teejay enough.
Adam Auckland
I have been attending Teejay’s Pilates classes for almost 15 years now. There is no question it has improved my core and overall body strength hugely. Teejay, as a physio is so knowledgeable and has instantly diagnosed and treated any injuries I’ve had over the years. I would, without hesitation, highly recommend!
Anna James
Teejay is brilliant. Had a problem with my knee that got helped with the session but also explained ways to help prevent it happening in the future such as strength training. Knee has been fine ever since. I have also been working through my lower back issues with Teejay. Hes friendly an reasonably priced i recommend him to everyone.
rhyan bevan
I have been doing pilates with Teejay for over 4 years due to back problems. Due to me being assessed by Teejay and then being given my own exercises to strengthen my back under his supervision my back has really improved. I have also been treated by Teejay for hip pain which has helped me to get further investigations.
Carmel Shaw
I have been going to Applied Pilates for about 10 years. Initially I attended as I had hurt my back in a hot yoga session and it just was not improving. The classes are completely individualised. You attend an initial 1:1 to access your core strength, flexibility and any health issues. From this assessment a program is built specifically for you. Teejay, who is the owner/instructor, is also a MSK registered sports therapist and really understands the body and all its complexes. I attend two sessions a week and have found that reformer Pilates has transformed my body. Specifically because I have a program designed for my body, taking into account my weaknesses and working to improve those areas. Teejay is always present to offer advice, change excercises as required and to continue to build on the improvements.
Honey Walker
Teejay’s direction completely fixed a long term lower back issue I’d been struggling with. I was suffering from constant pain in my lower back for about 8 months that stopped me from engaging in any real physical activity, and would cause me severe pain whenever I was sitting down for any sort of extended period. I’d been to multiple physios, both private and nhs, and only ended up with misdiagnosed problems and suggestions that did not help me improve. When I visited Teejay at applied pilates he was immediately able to identify my problem and the solution I needed. After a few months of attending group pilates sessions and following Teejay’s advice for what to do outside the sessions my back felt good as new and I was able to return to playing sports and lifting heavy weights in the gym. Teejay is very experienced and has worked with high level athletes at professional football clubs etc. The service is well worth the cost and I would recommend to anybody.
Euan
I attended Teejay’s Pilates reformer classes for about 18 months when I was working in the area. Teejay helped me work out an appropriate routine to address issues I was having with sciatica (I’d tried many other routes before this such as chiropractor, physio etc with no success). Within a few weeks of classes I started to feel a difference, and after several months my sciatica had cleared up completely! I was so inspired by it that when my contract in the area ended and I could no longer attend the classes, I invested in a studio grade reformer for myself so I could carry on with the Pilates. Teejay was a great teacher, always patient and encouraging. I would thoroughly recommend him and encourage anyone looking to improve core strength and / or address back or other issues to give his classes a try!
Abby Smeaton
I was recommended Sogunro Pilates by a friend when struggling with sever back pain and sciatica from a prolapsed disc. I was tentative to begin with, but TeeJay was extremely patient and dealt with my ineptness with good humour! I quickly noticed a huge reduction in pain. Whilst not having done much regular exercise before, the fun, relaxed atmosphere and benefits to my back have meant I’m still going four years on, in-fact I really notice the adverse effects if I miss a week. I’m extremely grateful to Teejay for the difference it’s made, and would highly recommend the Applied Pilates.
Lucy Drummond
I have been attending Applied Pilates with Teejay for approx 1 year and have found the results to be so beneficial! My posture has dramatically improved and I get less back pain now because my core muscles are stronger. Reformer pilates is now part of my life.
Costas Costa
Applied Pilates was highly recommended to me by a friend. As a result I have been attending Applied Pilates sessions since 2016! It has kept me mobile. Teejay, in his physio role, has also successfully treated me for various specific physical issues over the years, for my back, neck and knee. He is very attentive, professional, knowledgeable and I feel I am in safe hands. I would highly recommend!
Carole Goodchild
I highly recommend this practice. Since coming to see Teejay I can’t believe the changes and improvement I have seen in my core fitness and rehab journey. Teejay knows how to pace each session perfectly and is the best physio I have ever been with. All that aside the practice is also very convenient- easy and free parking with a short walk on level ground to the room. Thank you Teejay for supporting my rehab!
Richard Jones-Penny
I have had a facet joint problem for many years. Initially I had physiotherapy but it gradually became worse. I had done some mat Pilates but mistakenly thought it was for more advanced people. Moving to this area I read about Teejay’s Osteolates treatment and got in touch. The best thing I ever did!! It is great to be able to see the same person for treatment and exercise sessions as these can be tailored to suit the individual. I can honestly say that Teejay gave me my life back. A bonus is that the small group sessions are friendly and there is a good atmosphere.
Christine Lewis
8 years ago my L5S1 disc herniated in my spine. I started Pilates with Teejay and have being going weekly ever since. Also my coccyx was damaged in labour having my daughter in 2003, I couldn’t sit for very long at all. With Teejay’s training and putting together my workout on the reformer bed I no longer have sciatica nor coccyx pain and I can sit with no pain. I feel physically and mentally stronger.
Jayne Taylor
My husband & I have been attending weekly pilates group classes run by Teejay for over 12 years. Despite both of us having health issues, we have greatly benefitted from the variety of exercises and support which Teejay has given to us, and would not hesitate in recommending Teejay to future clients.
Liz Mitchell
I’ve been attending Pilates here since December to help with a lower back issue. This physio-led practice has been ideal — the well-equipped facilities and small class sizes ensure that the exercises are tailored to my needs, and I have easy access to TJ (coach) whenever I need support. I’d highly recommend it to anyone looking for help with injuries or pain.
A Lee
My wife and I have been clients of Teejay for well over a decade now and I have no hesitation in recommending him for diagnosis, rehabilitation and prevention treatment and advice for sports and other injuries, together with the ongoing benefit of his tailored Pilates classes that help protect the body when undertaking activity . Playing sport to international level I have had my fair share of issues which Teejay has helped me overcome and extended my playing career. Thank you Teejay. Greg
Gregory Taylor
Due to a flare up of a back problem, I commenced treatment with Teejay in February 2023. I could feel an improvement after the first treatment. The pain in my lower back improved a little and I was not slouching as much.The pain my shoulders also improved. I have had a series of treatments. The pain is gone, my posture is better and my energy level has increased. I have joined the Pilates group so that I can continue to feel better.
Gwenda Nelson
I was in a bad way when I first went to The Sogunro Practice. I’d been in constant pain for many years as a result of various injuries and I was more than a little apprehensive about making myself worse with exercise.Teejay quickly reassured me and I felt I was in safe hands. One year later, with a mix of treatments and a bespoke weekly pilates plan I am now a different person. I am more mobile, in much less pain and I can once again walk my dog! I have no hesitation in recommending Teejay, in fact I already have!
Kim Miller
The Sogunro Practice has helped me immeasurably. Having started 6 months ago with absolutely no experience, I have felt supported and encouraged from the outset. It’s a very calm and positive atmosphere and Teejay’s experience is the mainstay. I love it there.
Mary O'Kane
I have been going to applied pilates for about 5 years now due to a back fusion and struggling to do any exercise without up setting my back .Applied pilates has been absolutely brilliant and it is very comforting knowing that its been over seen by Teejay whom is very qualified with all sorts of injuries and rehabilitation. Teejay has also treated me for hip pain and advised me to seek further investigations which I have now done and waiting for mri .
carmel shaw
After initial improvements, many clients continue with Reformer Pilates St Albans sessions to maintain flexibility, build strength, and support long-term results.
Why Clients Continue with Applied Pilates
personalised sessions
focus on flexibility and strength
improved movement quality
long-term results
Therefore, Pilates becomes the foundation for maintaining progress.
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