Amy Hepburn

Pilates with Purpose

I am Amy, the founder of Pilates with Purpose. A level 3 mat Pilates instructor with pre and post natal qualifications, I offer Pilates classes tailored to suit your needs.

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Amy smiling at the side of a garden, holding a rolled-up Pilates mat

Why Pilates?

The physical and psychological benefits of Pilates are something I have a passion to share.

As a fitness enthusiast, I started Pilates with Purpose as a result of having more time to practise myself (during lockdown) and reaping the benefits it had on my running and cycling as a result.

I trained with Future Fit to gain my level 3 mat qualification in September 2022. Since then I have completed CPD courses in pre and post natal Pilates, Pilates for orthopaedic conditions and Pilates with small equipment.

Over the last year I have taught a range of clients, supporting them with their fitness, strength and mobility. I have worked with clients both pre and post natal and those recovering from injuries or joint replacements.

Pilates with Purpose offers a 1:1 bespoke service to all our clients as well as group mat classes, corporate classes and private events. Based in Dorset, I currently teach classes at the Bradley Studio in Maiden Bradley, run an online class on Tuesday evenings and have private clients where I teach at their house, in village halls or online.

At Pilates with Purpose, I am passionate about sharing the benefits of Pilates. Building strength, mobility and flexibility in order to support each individual.

Amy from behind, lifting a Pilates ring overhead in a courtyard

Simple kit, used well

A mat and a few small props add support where you need it and challenge where you want it.

A grey Pilates mat, a soft ball, pink hand weights and a Pilates ring laid out on a rug

  • Mat

    Steady, cushioned ground for all of the floor work.

  • Soft ball

    Adds support and a little extra challenge for the core and hips.

  • Pilates ring

    Gentle resistance for the arms, legs and inner thighs.

  • Hand weights

    Light weights to build shoulder and arm strength.

Amy in a bridge with a soft ball under her hips, lifting pink weights overhead Amy lifting one leg from a bridge, a soft ball beneath her A leg raised with a soft ball held behind the knee, in a courtyard Amy holding a Pilates bridge on a mat outdoors on the grass

Consistency is key

I’m here to help you focus on your fitness; from finding the strength, mobility and flexibility you didn’t know you had to building your confidence and ability to do everyday tasks with ease. I will help prepare you for your goals or the next adventure that life brings!

“In 10 sessions you’ll feel the difference, in 20 sessions you’ll see a difference, in 30 sessions you’ll have a whole new body”

Joseph Pilates

Kind words from clients

“Having not done Pilates for a number of years, attending one of Amy’s classes was the best thing I could have done. Despite more there being more advanced people in the class, she made me feel supported and pitched the level of the exercises perfectly for the mixed ability. She offers individual, helpful advice and hands on corrections during the class in a positive manner. The relaxation sessions at the end are wonderful. Thank you! X”

AlisonCorporate Class member - London

“Amy has a professional yet incredibly friendly approach to teaching. She has great knowledge of pre-natal exercises which has been really helpful. She always brings a smile with her and makes our hour class thoroughly enjoyable; I can’t wait for my next session!”

FelicityPre and post natal client

Join me on the mat

Send me a message to ask about classes, or follow along on Instagram to see what we get up to.

Online booking is coming soon. For now, email me to book.

Amy smiling while sitting beside her laptop with Pilates equipment nearby