Success story Anna & Bjorn

Anna & Bjorn are the owners of Pilates Flow and their journey is such a powerful reminder of what can happen when you trust yourself, keep learning and take consistent action.

I first met Anna and Bjorn when they joined me for Fitness Pilates Reformer Teacher Training in Gloucester back in March, just as they were preparing to open their beautiful new studio space.

Their story is incredibly inspiring because it didn’t begin with a huge business plan or a massive launch. It started with one class, a genuine passion for helping people and a desire to create a different lifestyle.

Before Pilates, Anna’s background was in military Krav Maga and self-defence. Years of training and injuries eventually led her to Pilates as part of her rehabilitation journey. Pilates helped her reconnect with her body, rebuild strength and move without pain again.

After qualifying as a Personal Trainer in 2012, Anna continued her education and progressed through Pilates training all the way to Level 4. Becoming a mum then gave her an even deeper understanding of how important Pilates can be for women rebuilding strength, stability and confidence after pregnancy.

What began as one small Friday evening mat class just two and a half years ago has now grown into a thriving wellness business offering workshops, retreats, Gong baths and a stunning new Reformer Pilates studio.

Bjorn’s path into the business was very different. Originally working in cybersecurity management, he tried Pilates himself and completely fell in love with it. Together, Anna and Bjorn realised they wanted a calmer, more meaningful life where they could help people feel stronger, healthier and more confident in their bodies.

Today, they run an incredible 88 classes every month.

But what stood out most to me when speaking with them was this:

“It’s not the studio that makes us proudest. It’s the people, the friendships and seeing women leave class standing taller than when they walked in.”

That says everything about the community they’ve created.

Their success is not just about opening a studio or building a timetable. It’s about creating connection, improving lives and building something with genuine purpose.

If you are in Gloucestershire and looking for Reformer Pilates classes, make sure you follow Pilates Flow