MEET YOUR INSTRUCTORS
EMMA HODSON
INSTRUCTOR OWNER
I came to Pilates as I was struggling with back pain after having children, and decided to give it a try. I was amazed when just six weeks of classes set me free from pain.
Years of being a dedicated class attendee, seeing the fantastic benefits Pilates gave me, inspired me to teach, leading me to train with the highly respected STOTT Pilates alongside Further classical Reformer and Rehab level 4.
Ever since, it has been my joy to teach and enable others to reap the benefits of Pilates. I tailor classes to accommodate all flexibility and strength levels and make modifications for back, joint, and other issues.
I extremely proud to be the joint owner of Heritage Pilates where I can continue to welcome, teach and help others feel supported in not only in their journey with Pilates but to feel confident in their body and part of our community.
RAE KILPATRICK - INSTRUCTOR
OWNER
Rae Kilpatrick is an Instructor and Owner of Heritage Pilates, bringing together a lifelong commitment to caring for others with a deep passion for movement and wellbeing. After more than 30 years as a Nurse Consultant, Rae discovered Pilates through the wonderful Emma Hodson — now her business partner — and immediately felt the transformative impact it could have on people’s lives.
Driven by that experience, Rae began her instructor journey and is now signed off to teach Mat Pilates and Reformer. Alongside her Pilates training, she is also a certified Menopause and Life Coach, allowing her to support clients through every stage of life with empathy, knowledge, and a truly holistic approach.
Rae is passionate about embedding the core principles of Pilates into everyday living — helping people feel stronger, more connected, and more confident in their bodies. Holistic care and wellbeing sit at the heart of everything she and the team deliver at Heritage Pilates, creating a warm, inclusive space where every client feels supported to thrive.
MIRANDA - INSTRUCTOR
Miranda is a dancer at heart with a lifelong passion for movement, strength, and helping others feel their best. Her background in dance has given her a deep appreciation for body awareness, posture, balance, and graceful movement, which she brings into every session she teaches.
Since qualifying as a Level 3 Pilates Instructor, Miranda has helped clients build strength, improve mobility, and develop confidence in their bodies through safe and effective movement. She is also a Level 4 Personal Trainer, combining her knowledge of fitness, rehabilitation, and functional training to create personalised programmes that support each client’s individual goals.
Alongside her Pilates and personal training expertise, Miranda is a qualified Level 4 Sports Massage Therapist, offering hands-on treatment to aid recovery, reduce muscular tension, and support overall wellbeing. Her holistic approach allows her to help clients move better, recover faster, and achieve long-term results.
Known for her warm, encouraging nature, Miranda is passionate about empowering people of all ages and abilities to enjoy movement, improve their physical health, and feel stronger both inside and out.
EMMA EVANS - INSTRUCTOR
Emma E brings a fantastic mix of experience, knowledge, and passion for helping people move well. She has studied body biomechanics, giving her a great understanding of how the body works and moves, and has previously taught both Aqua Fit and Exercise to Music classes.
She’s been a qualified Level 3 Pilates Instructor since 2012, helping clients build strength, confidence, and better movement patterns for over a decade. As if that wasn’t enough, Emma is also a level 5 Sports and Remedial Massage Therapist, so she knows a thing or two about keeping bodies happy and healthy.
Whether you’re looking to improve your strength, mobility, posture, or simply enjoy a great workout, you’ll be in safe hands with Emma.
