Welcome to the last Newsletter of 2024 — I will be taking a little break from producing them over the festive period.

So this a Newsletter about reflecting on the year 2024… and what a year it has been! The main event for JTP was the celebration of 25 Years of Jane Thomas Pilates, and in October we gathered together at Nanpantan Hall to do just that — it was a lovely day and as with everything throughout the 25 years it was all down to the lovely members of the JTP family. I feel so lucky and grateful and want to say a huge thank you to each and everyone who attends our classes, Online and Face-to-Face, because it is you who makes JTP what it is. 

I also want to thank all the teachers that have worked with me over the years — you have all contributed toward creating a wonderful, welcoming environment for our Pilates class participants to keep moving together, getting stronger and more flexible and finding community and friendship.

Special mention to Jenny and Mary, who in spite of their own personal challenges continue to support me, teaching their classes, and giving an amazing level of care and guidance to every one of their class members.

Last but not least, I have to thank Keith, without whom I would definitely not be able to do what I do … Keith is our ‘backstage crew', handling all the techy stuff, keeping communication lines open, and generally being my ROCK. 

So THANK YOU.

All classes — Face-to-Face and Online — have finished after Sunday’s live online session which is part of my 25 Years of Movement Celebration programme.

However, if you are a JTP Zone member or if you signed up for the 25 Years of Movement Celebration programme, you will have access to recorded sessions throughout the festive holiday. 

I have also selected and timetabled some recorded classes for JTP Members for the next two weeks, until I return on Monday 6 January 2025.

Final week in December for the Teaser — I'm sure you'll agree, this has been a challenging exercise.

Weeks 1, 2 and 3 have progressed you gently towards this last week. Please ensure you work appropriately for your body, and keep away from pain.

If you have any questions please don’t hesitate to contact me.

As we tiptoe out of 2024 and into a shiny new year, I want to take a moment to chat with you about something close to my heart — how we care for ourselves, not just at the start of a new year, but all year round.

It’s so easy to get swept up in the “New Year, New You” hype, isn’t it? And over the next few weeks we will be bombarded by the media about precisely this. But here’s the thing: there’s nothing wrong with the current you. You’re already wonderful. Instead, let’s focus on continuing to do the things that help you feel strong, calm, and ready to take on life.

In 2025, I want to build on everything we’ve been working on together — taking Pilates off the mat and into our daily lives, moving in ways that feel good, and creating space for what really matters. But this year, I’m adding a little extra sparkle to the mix: blending more mindfulness, self-care, and even a dash of nutrition into our Pilates practice to support your whole self.

Think of it like a recipe for well-being. Pilates being the base (the good stuff that holds it all together), and we’ll sprinkle in mindfulness to help us stay grounded, self-care to recharge our batteries, and simple wellness practices to make life feel a little smoother. Oh, and nutrition? That’s just the cherry on top to keep you fuelled and fabulous.

It’s not about doing more or being perfect. It’s about finding small, doable things that help you feel you. So, as we close out 2024, why not take a moment to reflect:

• What’s been working for you this year?
• What feels good to keep doing?
• And what would you love to gently build on in 2025?

There’s no rush — just some food for thought. I’ll be here to guide, support, and cheer you on every step of the way. Let’s make 2025 a year of continuing what’s good, adding what’s joyful, and finding more ease in everything we do.

Welcoming 2025: Continuing the Journey to Whole-Body Wellness.

So, Happy Christmas everyone. Have a fantastic time, and I will see you in 2025. In the meantime keep moving, feeling, and looking good.

With love

Jane xxx