We’re now less than two weeks away from the Summit – how exciting! We have lots of updates to share with you.
Venue
The event will be held at:
David Ross Sports Village
University of Nottingham
David ROSS SPORTS VILLAGE
University of Nottingham
University Park
Nottingham, NG7 2RD
United Kingdom
Registration: 8:00 – 8:30am
Please bring your own mat.
There is a lovely café on site at David Ross if you’d like coffee or snacks during the day.
LAST CHANCE TO BOOK TICKETS HERE
Friday Night Meet-Up
From 7:00pm, myself, Kelly, and Jason would love to see you for an informal get-together. We’ll be in the bar at The Orchard Hotel, so do head over and join us (and other delegates) for networking and a chat.
The Orchard Hotel & Restaurant
Beeston Lane
University Park
Nottingham
NG7 2RJ
United Kingdom
Hot Off The Press!
If you’re arriving in Nottingham on Friday and would like to join Kelly and me for a Fitness Pilates Reformer Masterclass at my studio, we’ve opened up two class times (limited to 6 people each):
1:30pm
3:30pm
Address: NG16 4HA
Book here:
Save The Date – 2026 Summit
We’re delighted to announce the dates for next year’s Summit:
19th September 2026 – University of Nottingham
Early Bird Price: £99.
70 Places available
We are so excited to welcome you and are looking forward to a fabulous weekend at the University, which is a phenomenal location.
Check out some updates below including new MERCH available on the day:
Fitness Pilates Summit 2025 – Official Timetable
Saturday 20th September | Nottingham
Presenters:
-Rachel Holmes
-Kelly Reed
-Mike Bines
-Jason Rose
Whether you’re a seasoned FP instructor or new to the method, the summit offers a fresh boost of creativity, practical ideas, and training inspiration you can take straight back to your sessions.
Here’s what you can expect on the day:
8:00 – 8:30am – Registration
Arrive, connect, grab your name badge, and get ready to move!
8:30 – 9:15am – Fitness Pilates Super CIRCUIT
with Rachel, Kelly, Mike & Jason
Kick off the day with a bang! This energising, team-taught Fitness Pilates circuit blends strength, mobility, flow, and fun. You’ll move through different stations led by each presenter, picking up fresh ideas and formats for your own classes. A powerful and creative opening to spark your inspiration.
9:30 – 10:15am – Pilates Puzzle: Creative Block Programming
with Rachel Holmes
Discover how to layer and build your FP sessions using mini blocks of functional movement. Ideal for instructors working with mixed-ability groups, Rachel shares her “Pilates Puzzle” method for progressive, engaging sessions.
🔗 Perfect upsell opportunity to introduce the Fitness Pilates VIP programme.
10:30 – 11:15am – From Ground Up: FP for Feet, Knees, Hips & Common Conditions
with Kelly Reed
An essential session for instructors working with active agers or those recovering from injury. Learn how to programme FP sessions that support strong joint mechanics from the feet upwards. Includes modifications and movement ideas for arthritis, knee pain, and osteoporosis.
11:30 – 12:15pm – Fitness Pilates: Total Body Conditioning Experience
with Mike Bines
Get ready to move, sweat and elevate! A full-body, high-energy FP session packed with new sequences, strength-based challenges, and cutting-edge ideas. Mike’s playlist and creativity will keep you fully immersed. Expect to be inspired from start to finish.
12:15 – 1:00pm – Lunch
A chance to relax, recharge and connect with fellow professionals.
1:00 – 1:45pm – Stance Strength with Bands
with Jason Rose
This focused session explores powerful standing sequences using resistance bands. Enhance glute strength, balance, and postural control with moves designed to bring strength to your stance. Brilliant for athletic, functional, and postural programming.
2:00 – 2:45pm – Reformer Moves on the Mat
with Kelly & Rachel
No Reformer? No problem! Discover how to recreate the resistance, flow and control of Reformer training using your mat. Learn gliding-style movements, creative core flows, and Reformer-inspired programming ideas — ideal for studio and online classes.
3:00 – 3:45pm – Cue, Coach, Correct & The Future of Your Fitness Pilates
with Rachel Holmes & Kelly Reed
A powerful, practical workshop to refine your teaching and elevate your coaching. Learn how to:
✔️ Use confident verbal and visual cues
✔️ Adapt coaching for online vs face-to-face
✔️ Layer instructions for different learning styles
✔️ Spot & correct alignment issues with ease
✔️ Offer meaningful, empowering corrections
PLUS – explore how to expand your FP business into events, retreats, corporate wellness, and more.
4:00 – 4:45pm – Rest & Stretch Masterclass
with Mike Bines
Finish your day with a calming, breath-led stretch session. Designed to soothe the body and mind, this restorative class includes deep mobility work, breathwork, and posture-enhancing sequences. The perfect way to end an energetic day.
Don’t Miss Out!
This is the must-attend event for every Fitness Pilates professional in 2025. Whether you’re looking to deepen your skills, get fresh inspiration, or connect with the FP community — the Fitness Pilates Summit has it all.