If you’ve been dreaming of slowing down, reconnecting with your body, and finding a sense of calm in the middle of winter — you’re not alone. Our Midwinter Restore Pilates Evening has officially sold out (thank you to everyone who booked early — you’re in for something truly special!).

But don’t worry — this is just the beginning. We have a beautiful calendar of wellness retreats, restorative yoga sessions, and mindful Pilates workshops lined up for 2026, designed especially for women in their perimenopause, menopause, and post-menopause years who are ready to rest, recharge and reconnect with themselves.

🌸 A Space to Breathe, Move and Restore

In the heart of East Hampshire and West Sussex’s tranquil countryside, our gatherings are more than just Pilates or yoga classes — they’re escapades into self-care and serenity.

Imagine walking into a softly lit studio, the scent of essential oils in the air, your mat waiting for you, and gentle music wrapping you in calm. These evenings and weekend retreats are a sanctuary for women who give so much to others, yet crave time for themselves — to breathe, move gently, and feel grounded again.

Whether you’re navigating the changes of perimenopause or finding your rhythm again in post-menopause, our sessions are crafted to support your body’s evolving needs. Expect:

• Gentle restorative yoga to release tension and soothe the nervous system

• Pilates for strength and balance to support bone health and posture

• Mindfulness and breathwork to calm a busy mind and nurture emotional wellbeing

• Connection and community with other like-minded women on similar journeys

🌕 Midlife Wellness as a Journey

For many of us, the years after 40 are a powerful new chapter — a time to rediscover who we are and how we want to feel. Our wellness events are rooted in this philosophy: that midlife can be a time of renewal, not retreat.

Each workshop is designed as a mini-retreat — an opportunity to slow down, reset your energy, and feel reconnected to your body’s natural rhythm. Many women describe leaving our sessions feeling lighter, calmer, and inspired — as if they’ve been on a weekend away, even after just a few hours.

✨ Be the First to Know

Our Midwinter Restore Evening sold out quickly, and our next events are already in the planning stages. If you’d like to be among the first to know when new Pilates and restorative yoga workshops open for booking in East Hampshire and West Sussex, simply join our mailing list via the link below.

You’ll get priority access to:

• Seasonal retreats that celebrate the rhythm of nature

• Small group workshops focused on restorative movement and self-care

• Special menopause-focused wellness workshops to help you feel balanced, strong, and supported

🌿 Join the list today — because these events always sell out fast, and your next opportunity to restore and reset could be just around the corner.

👉 Get Event Updates Here

A Little Story from The Field

I started this work because I felt the shift myself—moving into new seasons of life, noticing how my body changed, how what I needed from movement changed. I figured if I needed this space, then so many women did too. Over the years I’ve watched women arrive at a session on something of a shoestring day, perhaps a little tired, perhaps unsure, and leave with a buoyant heart, a lighter body and a smile. You might find yourself saying: “I forgot how good it feels just to move and breathe in a space that’s for me.”

When you’re navigating perimenopause or post-menopause, you might have noticed subtle (or not so subtle) changes: energy levels, mood, muscle strength, sleep, joints, pelvic floor. The movement we’ll do supports hormonal balance, mobility, bone health, posture and emotional wellbeing. Because you deserve movement that meets you where you are, not a one-size-fits-all gym class.

So… What’s the next step?

1. Click the link above and join the mailing list.

2. Keep an eye on your inbox for the “you’re first to know” email when events open.

3. When the next Pilates + restorative yoga workshop / retreat is announced for women 40+ in East Hampshire / West Sussex, you’ll have first pick of the limited places.

4. I’ll see you, mat ready, in a calm studio or countryside setting waiting for us to slow down, move well, and reconnect.

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Meet Julia Willmott – Your Specialist Pilates Coach:

With over 20 years of experience running Wellness Retreats and teaching Pilates in Petersfield, I provide tailored programs, professional guidance, and a supportive, welcoming environment for women of all ages.

Contact info:

info@juliawillmott.com