Penny Little was trained by Helge Fisher and Stephanie Beeson at the New Pilates School, Brighton, in 2003 and has also undertaken courses with the Kane School of New York, Polestar Pilates and Eric Franklin.

"I am very lucky to be doing a job I love - teaching Pilates is incredibly fulfilling as the results are so positive for people - whether they are suffering from back pain, a shoulder injury, arthritis, reduced mobiity or just want to improve their core stability and have a good workout. I try to make my classes in Brighton and Hove varied, interesting and fun - there is a huge repertoire of Pilates exercises so it's hard to get bored! I also enjoy teaching for special groups which is why I have put on special classes for Back Care, Pregnancy, Runners and Seniors as well as my general classes." Penny

Penny is also trained in machine-work, teaching on Pilates equipment including the Reformer, Cadillac, Chair and Barrels. Working on equipment brings a deeper awareness of the core muscles and provides an interesting and varied work-out. Penny is currently teaching machine sessions at the School Hill Clinic in Lewes. See Classes for more details.

As well as teaching Pilates, Penny is a qualified Nutritional Therapist, graduating from Raworth College in 2005. Penny is able to give general advice on healthy eating and also on more specific conditions that can be managed through diet and nutrition, such as digestive or hormonal complaints, stress and fatigue. Penny often works with both disciplines when treating clients, as postural and muscular imbalances can be a factor in digestive disorders or stress, for example. Conversely, back pain and inflammation can be treated very effectively through diet. Visit core nutrition for more details.

What her clients say

“I started Pilates nearly 2 years ago (age 70) and, after a lifetime of lower back problems, noticed an improvement within the first two months.   Penny Little, the class teacher, takes a very close interest in each participant's needs and I strongly recommend the group to anyone, elderly or otherwise, however painful their condition may be”.
David Mount, Brighton

"Thanks Penny for your quality classes!
When I hurt my back from repetitive lifting activities it took ages to feel I was getting better, even after physiotherapy.  My body was all out of muscle balance trying to compensate for my weakened back.
Because you make it your concern to understand each individual, particularly when they have had injuries and need careful instruction, under your guidance I was able to gradually re-learn to use the correct sets of muscles to regain my core body strength - something which I didn't truly understand before, but am now very aware of - and now Pilates plays an integral role in keeping me fit and 'body-aware'."
Angie Anderson, Horley, Surrey

"Having had a slipped disc I was constantly anxious about injuring it again but since doing Pilates with Penny my back has been greatly improved.  I would confidently recommend her classes to anyone."
Anne Fawcett, mother of 3 , Redhill, Surrey

"I haven't needed to use my asthma reliever inhaler since starting Pilates, even when I've had a bad cold. I am much better able to cope with the odd wheezy spell that colds bring without needing medication. It's very reassuring to know that illnesses won't trigger an attack, and I put it down to the Pilates lessons"
Jinny Jerome, Reigate, Surrey

"Pilates is something I hope never to give up - it is the most enjoyable and rewarding form of exercise that I have ever done."
Sally Ostrer, Godstone, Surrey

“Pilates made me (back) pain free for the first time in twenty odd years – and I am so impressed I am now training to be an instructor!”
Jenny Sparks, Reigate, Surrey

"People started asking if I had lost weight. I hadn't, I was just standing taller, had better posture and started becoming more toned from Pilates."
Fran Beresford, Reigate, Surrey

"I have found Penny's classes excellent, they have helped me with my posture and more importantly, building up my core stomach muscles.  I  leave the class each week feeling better for the exercise!"
Jean Ayres, Reigate, Surrey

“Regular Pilates, as recommended by my osteopath, has slowly, surely and very positively greatly improved my long term back problem. Penny is an excellent, relaxed and knowledgeable teacher. Highly recommended.”
Cathy Salisbury, Newdigate, Surrey

“It’s a novelty to be pain-free!”
Sally Halford, Reigate, Surrey

For further information email penny@corepilates.co.uk or call Penny on 07904 472605.