MEET THE TEAM
We pride ourselves on having some of the best Pilates instructors London has to offer. Each member of our team brings their own unique style, expertise, and passion to every class, ensuring no two sessions are ever the same.
Our instructors are fully qualified to teach Pilates and are dedicated to helping you reach your goals, whether that’s building strength, improving flexibility, or finding balance in your busy life. With their diverse backgrounds and innovative approaches, you’ll always leave feeling inspired, challenged, and energized.
Come experience the difference that Wilder Studios’ exceptional team can make in your Pilates journey!
Chad Wilder is the energy and passion behind Wilder Studios, bringing over 8 years of experience in musical theatre and dance to his role as founder and lead instructor. Movement has always been Chad’s happy place – a way to express himself, quiet his mind, and embrace the resilience of his body.
Pilates has been a constant in Chad’s journey, supporting his dance career and training. But after a back injury, he discovered its true transformative power – helping him heal, strengthen, and realign both physically and mentally. This experience deepened his love for the practice and inspired him to share it with others.
With his vibrant energy and engaging teaching style, Chad has taught in boutique gyms across London, always emphasizing technique and precision. Wilder Studios was born from his vision to create a welcoming, light-filled, and calming space where people can connect, grow, and experience the joy of mindful movement.
Chad’s classes are known for being fun, dynamic, and empowering, with a focus on delivering long-term benefits rather than quick fixes. He is passionate about helping clients feel strong, aligned, and inspired, no matter their fitness level or experience.
Wilder Studios is more than a place to work out – it’s a community. Chad’s infectious energy and dedication make every class an uplifting experience, and he can’t wait to welcome you.
Pilates has been a constant in Chad’s journey, supporting his dance career and training. But after a back injury, he discovered its true transformative power – helping him heal, strengthen, and realign both physically and mentally. This experience deepened his love for the practice and inspired him to share it with others.
With his vibrant energy and engaging teaching style, Chad has taught in boutique gyms across London, always emphasizing technique and precision. Wilder Studios was born from his vision to create a welcoming, light-filled, and calming space where people can connect, grow, and experience the joy of mindful movement.
Chad’s classes are known for being fun, dynamic, and empowering, with a focus on delivering long-term benefits rather than quick fixes. He is passionate about helping clients feel strong, aligned, and inspired, no matter their fitness level or experience.
Wilder Studios is more than a place to work out – it’s a community. Chad’s infectious energy and dedication make every class an uplifting experience, and he can’t wait to welcome you.
Alex has over 9 years of experience in fitness and movement training and knows how to set you a challenge. Giving you space to explore, Alex will lead you through a fiery dynamic session with plenty of cues, corrections, and silly jokes along the way.
Inspired by kindness and joy moving your body can give you, Alex’s sessions will help you provide space and time for discovering, learning, progressing & triumphing.
Alex has been a professional dancer for over 12 years, therefore all classes are grounded in alignment, technique & extension.
This is where you find empowerment to commit to your movement without any expectations or pressure. Move with your heart, and let yourself bloom.
Inspired by kindness and joy moving your body can give you, Alex’s sessions will help you provide space and time for discovering, learning, progressing & triumphing.
Alex has been a professional dancer for over 12 years, therefore all classes are grounded in alignment, technique & extension.
This is where you find empowerment to commit to your movement without any expectations or pressure. Move with your heart, and let yourself bloom.
Charli started a career in Biochemistry, however whilst working she experienced debilitating widespread chronic pain and after receiving many diagnoses, including hypermobile Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome, she eventually found her way out of pain using a combination of Pilates, neuroscience understanding, and brain retraining. After making a full recovery, she took a career change to follow her passion in helping others experiencing pain.
She uses a combination of Pilates, up-to-date research on the nervous system, and her biochemistry background to teach others how they too can help themselves with their pain. Her Pilates style is a fusion of classical and contemporary, with a focus on technique and mindful movement.
Charli teaches clinical Pilates in physiotherapy clinics as well as mixed ability classes in Pilates studios in north and central London. She understands how transformative group Pilates classes can be to someone’s day, so ensures she puts a lot of thought, care, and attention into her class planning. In her classes, you can expect to work hard, learn about the body, and have a few laughs. You’ll walk away feeling empowered, energised, yet calm.
Outside of Pilates, Charli still has loads of energy so she loves to use it up in the gym, cycling, swimming in the ponds, or walking outside with friends. She also loves to spend time exploring the intersection of science and art, either through her own art creation or visiting exhibitions.
She uses a combination of Pilates, up-to-date research on the nervous system, and her biochemistry background to teach others how they too can help themselves with their pain. Her Pilates style is a fusion of classical and contemporary, with a focus on technique and mindful movement.
Charli teaches clinical Pilates in physiotherapy clinics as well as mixed ability classes in Pilates studios in north and central London. She understands how transformative group Pilates classes can be to someone’s day, so ensures she puts a lot of thought, care, and attention into her class planning. In her classes, you can expect to work hard, learn about the body, and have a few laughs. You’ll walk away feeling empowered, energised, yet calm.
Outside of Pilates, Charli still has loads of energy so she loves to use it up in the gym, cycling, swimming in the ponds, or walking outside with friends. She also loves to spend time exploring the intersection of science and art, either through her own art creation or visiting exhibitions.
As a professional ballerina, Natascha has relied on Pilates throughout her career to maintain strength, prevent injuries, and improve body awareness. Her journey into becoming an instructor was inspired by her deep understanding of movement and her passion for helping others connect with their bodies in a meaningful way. Teaching Pilates allows her to share her expertise and help clients discover the transformative power of movement.
Natascha is a certified Level 3 Pilates and Reformer instructor, as well as a Level 2 personal trainer, specializing in Pilates for strength, control, and overall body conditioning. Her classes are designed to be challenging yet achievable, catering to clients of all levels. Regular attendees see incredible improvements in their strength, coordination, and confidence. Her ultimate goal is for clients to leave feeling strong, accomplished, and ready to take on their day. Seeing her clients grow and thrive is truly the most rewarding part of her work.
Outside of the studio, Natascha loves traveling, embracing self-care, and spending quality time with friends and family. Adventurous at heart—fun fact, she went skydiving at 18 and would do it again in a heartbeat! Her classes are infused with positivity and joy, and while Pilates can be tough, she ensures the experience is uplifting and fun, leaving clients with a smile.
Natascha is a certified Level 3 Pilates and Reformer instructor, as well as a Level 2 personal trainer, specializing in Pilates for strength, control, and overall body conditioning. Her classes are designed to be challenging yet achievable, catering to clients of all levels. Regular attendees see incredible improvements in their strength, coordination, and confidence. Her ultimate goal is for clients to leave feeling strong, accomplished, and ready to take on their day. Seeing her clients grow and thrive is truly the most rewarding part of her work.
Outside of the studio, Natascha loves traveling, embracing self-care, and spending quality time with friends and family. Adventurous at heart—fun fact, she went skydiving at 18 and would do it again in a heartbeat! Her classes are infused with positivity and joy, and while Pilates can be tough, she ensures the experience is uplifting and fun, leaving clients with a smile.
Thomas is a professional musical theatre performer and Pilates instructor working across both industries. Coming from a performing and dance background, Thomas wants his classes to be fun, whilst still focusing on precision of movement, and working on building strength and length no matter where you are within your Pilates journey. Having trained in Mat and Reformer Pilates, Thomas loves to teach how to improve proprioception and how it can help anyone to feel and move better. Being passionate about fitness, Thomas loves to share his knowledge on how the Pilates method can help anyone in improving their overall fitness goals, but also how it can improve the practice of other sports.
With over 11 years of experience in teaching fitness and wellness classes, Penelope brings a wealth of knowledge to help clients achieve their goals. She is qualified in pre- and post-natal exercise, GP referral programs, and back pain management.
Penelope has completed training with STOTT Pilates and is also a certified yoga teacher and personal trainer. Her approach focuses on building stronger, more resilient bodies in a mindful and controlled way.
Passionate about empowering others through movement, Penelope ensures her classes are not only effective but also enjoyable and safe. Her aim is to help clients feel confident, supported, and inspired in their movement practice.
Penelope has completed training with STOTT Pilates and is also a certified yoga teacher and personal trainer. Her approach focuses on building stronger, more resilient bodies in a mindful and controlled way.
Passionate about empowering others through movement, Penelope ensures her classes are not only effective but also enjoyable and safe. Her aim is to help clients feel confident, supported, and inspired in their movement practice.
