The Pilates Gathering
We gather under the Monument to Freedom, The Wallace Monument, with Stirling Castle just across the river. An inspiring place with a mission. We are offering an extraordinary selection of sessions, over two days, with international presenters who have an ethos of sharing their Pilates knowledge, passion and experience. We have selected presenters who not only bring an abundance of energy and enthusiasm, but will inspire confidence in you, giving you the freedom to develop your own unique teaching skills and path.
Once again we have plenty of Reformers, Chairs, and Matwork sessions. We also welcome SpineFitter to our event with a fun Saturday morning Matwork class for all. Whether you are new or familiar to the apparatus, our sessions will offer something for everyone.
This is your chance to take some time for yourself, with likeminded individuals who share your passion. We cannot wait to connect with you.
Our mission is to create a global community of teachers who support one another; learning, laughing and growing together. For further information, please click here to contact us.
And join our Friday evening Ceilidh. Social interaction, fun Scottish and other dances to let your hair down with your fellow attendees. Guests are welcome. Always a favourite and memory maker!
Mission
To create a global community of Pilates teachers who support one another, learning, laughing, and growing together.
Vision
The event provides a space to enhance education, celebrate shared practice, and inspire authentic teaching.
Presenters
International presenters selected for their energy, enthusiasm, and ability to inspire confidence in developing unique teaching skills. Confirmed presenters include
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Joakim is an award-winning NCPT-certified Pilates instructor and sports therapist based in Perth, Scotland. He runs Bälans Studio, trained under Lolita San Miguel, and now mentors future teachers through Lolita’s Legacy, specializing in back pain and physical activity promotion.
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Cameron is a Clinical Specialist Musculoskeletal Physiotherapist with 40+ years’ experience and a passion for Pilates. A former military physio, he’s taught globally—including Iraq and Afghanistan—and now leads The Pilates Gathering, promoting education, authenticity, and shared practice in the Pilates community.
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Suus is the founder of Pilates United, Venray, the Netherlands. Pilates journey started in the late 1990's and she has been intrigued by this movement method ever since. Suus is a 2nd generation Pilates Teacher through Lolita San Miguel and a faculty-trainer and her studio is a host-site for Balanced Body as well as her Kathy Corey Pilates Teacher Training (KCP). Suus is one of our original Pilates Gathering presenters and we are delighted to welcome her back with her entertaining and informative style of teaching.
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Candace Bertram is the founder of studio88, a Pilates community with two studios in Birmingham. A 3rd Generation comprehensive Pilates Teacher through Lolita's Legacy, she is passionate about helping people discover what movement can do for them. Before Pilates, Candace worked in education and special educational needs, and that experience shapes the way she teaches today. She believes great teaching starts with the person in front of you and that Pilates should be accessible, challenging and enjoyable for everybody. Known for her warm and down-to-earth approach, Candace loves creating spaces where people feel welcome, supported and inspired to move.
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Eva is a German historian, writer and copy editor. Her biography of Joseph Pilates was published by Herder in 2015. Eva has presented her book at Pilates studios, bookshops, conferences and education centres around the world, and worked with the German Pilates Association to promote factual knowledge about Joseph Pilates’ life and work. She has written articles on him and appears in the documentary "Tribute to Joseph Pilates".
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Claire is a 2nd Generation Pilates Teacher, Polestar Educator, and International Presenter who serves her local community at her studio, Chapel Allerton Pilates, in the heart of Leeds. Whether she's teaching in front of the famous window at Pilates Anytime or guiding an individual through their personal challenges, she creates a calm, supportive, and wholesome experience. Blending classical Pilates principles with contemporary movement science, Claire is passionate about helping fellow Teachers thrive in the profession — with curiosity, confidence, and self-respect.
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Caterina runs a creative marketing studio in Dundee, helping brands communicate authentically. Though new to Pilates, she’s an expert in business promotion, offering practical digital marketing tips to boost online presence, save time, and grow your brand with clarity and purpose.
Session Schedule
Day One
Day Two
Pre-Conference Workshops
HOPE for Your Pelvic Floor +
Author of the bestselling book HOPE for Your Pelvic Floor, Claire Sparrow leads this practical, accessible workshop exploring pelvic health through a whole-body lens. Drawing directly from the concepts in her book, Claire brings pelvic health to life through simple explanation, guided movement, and real-world application.
The workshop blends short readings, discussion, Q&A, and easy-to-integrate exercises designed to support pelvic floor health and function in everyday life. Rather than isolating the pelvic floor, it helps participants understand posture, movement, and the wider body influence pelvic health — with exercises that are gentle, effective, and immediately applicable, supporting confidence, clarity, and long-term wellbeing.
Boxing: How Joseph Became Joe +
Boxing was an indispensable step on Joseph Pilates’ path to professional bodywork. His first studio was a boxing school in Gelsenkirchen in 1919. In this workshop, we’ll explore this little-known chapter of his life.
We’ll look at historical sources about his experiences in the boxing world and get to know him as a boxing coach, a referee and a professional fighter.
Stirling Court Hotel, Stirling, Scotland
A beautiful location surrounded by castles and rich in history, near The Wallace Monument and Stirling Castle.
Ceilidh Social
A social event on Friday, September 26, featuring traditional Scottish dances and networking opportunities. Booking options include
Choose this if you HAVE BOOKED accommodation and meals at the event venue
Choose this if you HAVE NOT BOOKED accommodation and meals at the event venue
Happy Previous Attendees
“You helped me be more creative, I feel more confident in my teaching now. I am my USP!”
“I learned so much and have been using some of the technique and cueing tips in my classes.”
“There is a community of lovely Pilates teachers out there! You’ve helped me find more confidence and freedom to be who I am with my teaching.”
Get Tickets
Sign up now to reserve your spot or email us at team@pilatesgathering.com to join the flow!