Book Assessment - £85

Still in pain after physio, chiro, osteo, pilates & the gym?

There's a reason & a real solution

Applied Pilates and Osteolates Therapy at The Sogunro Practice. A specialist studio in London Colney founded 25 years ago by someone who found lasting relief through precision movement — not generic exercise. “I know what it feels like to be terrified of doing the wrong exercise.”  Teejay Sogunro > Teejay Story

Back Pain St Albans – Reformer Pilates for Long-Term Relief

"I know exactly what it feels like to try everything — and still be in pain."

£85

Movement assessment: 60 min 1-to-1 · full analysis · honest plan · no obligation

7

Maximum per session: Genuinely personal — not a franchise reformer Pilates class

25

Years founded: Applied Pilates has been helping clients since 1999

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World ranked: Teejay represents England · Over-60s Masters Squash 2024

Why Applied Pilates in St Albans is different - from someone who has been in pain himself

- Built From Personal Experience Not Just Qualifications

Teejay Sgunro - founder of The Sogunro Practice - Applied Pilates | Osteolates Therapy.

-- A PERSONAL JOURNEY --

Over 35 years ago, years of competitive sport left me with a debilitating back condition. I tried physio, osteopath, chiropractor, gym programmes. Some helped briefly. Nothing lasted.

"Lasting improvement requires more than isolated treatment or generic exercise. I had to find a completely different approach — and that's why I founded Applied Pilates."

What I eventually discovered and spent three decades developing — was that lasting improvement requires precision, structure, and a deep understanding of how your body actually moves.

Today I still represent England in the Over-60s International Squash Masters, ranked 16th in the world in 2024. Not despite my back — because of how I learned to move.

  • STOTT PILATES® Full Comprehensive & Rehabilitation Certified — London & Toronto
  • Qualified Sports Therapist · Trigger Point Dry Acupuncture Needling Practitioner
  • Studied BSc (Hons) Osteopathy (4 years) — Middlesex University
  • Registered Healthcare Practitioner · Complementary & Natural Healthcare Council
  • England Over-60s Squash Representative · World Ranking (2024)

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Why Most Back Pain & Rehab Exercise Programmes Fail

Most people are given generic exercises without understanding why their pain keeps returning.

After trying physiotherapy, osteopathy, chiropractic treatment or gym rehabilitation, many clients are left frustrated, confused and worried about making things worse.

Applied Pilates combines movement precision, rehabilitation principles and highly personalised instruction to help clients move with more confidence, strength and control.

- WHAT MAKES THIS DIFFERENT -

Not a fitness class. Not a franchise. A genuine clinical approach.

Every element of The Sogunro Practice is designed for people who need more than a generic session — those in pain who have tried the standard routes and need precision over repetition. Choose your Pilates Studio Wisely

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Rehabilitation-informed Pilates - not fitness Pilates

Teejay's approach is shaped by sports therapy, osteopathic principles, and STOTT methodology. Every exercise is chosen because it's clinically appropriate for your body — not because it fills a class plan.

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Full comprehensive apparatus studio - not reformer-only

Most local studios offer reformer beds only. Applied Pilates has the full STOTT range: Reformers, Cadillac, Trapeze Table, Wunda Chair, Barrels - tools most studios simply don't have.

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Maximum 7 clients per session - genuinely personal

The studio is intentionally capped at 7. Teejay knows your history, your movement patterns, and your limitations session by session. This is not the 10-to-13-person reformer class model.

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Osteolates Therapy - a proprietary treatment system

A system Teejay developed himself - combining hands-on soft tissue treatment with targeted rehabilitation movement. It bridges the gap between therapy and exercise in a way standard studios cannot offer.

 - YOUR JOURNEY -

Three Steps to lasting relief.

Every client begins the same way — with an honest assessment of what's actually happening. The rest follows naturally from there.

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Movement Assessment

£85

The most important hour you'll spend on your health. Before we can help you move better, we need to understand how you actually move.

  • Full movement, flexibility & strength assessment
  • Reformer introduction included
  • Clear honest recommendation
  • No obligation to continue
  • 60 minutes, 1-to-1 with Teejay

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1-to-1 Programme

From £86/session

Personalised sessions building the foundation of your practice, tailored to your condition, goals, and movement patterns.

  • Single session £95
  • 3-session block £259 (save £26)
  • 6-session block £479 (save £91)
  • Full apparatus — Reformer, Cadillac, Chair, Barrels
  • Osteolates Therapy where appropriate
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Small Group Membership

From £129/monthly

Monthly rolling membership in a studio capped at 7. Your consistent weekly practice — the foundation of long-term results.

  • 5 sessions/month: £129 (£25.80/session)
  • 10 sessions/month: £219 (£21.90/session)
  • Maximum 7 clients: genuinely personal
  • Monthly rolling: no lock-in
  • PAYG also available at £35/session
Start with your £85 assessment

Call Teejay directly: 07734 578959

- TRANSPARENT PRICING -

Reformer | Apparatus Applied Pilates | Osteolates Therapy prices in St Albans — every option clearly explained

Choose the option that fits where you are right now. Most clients start with an assessment, then move naturally to 1-to-1s and membership.

Assessment
1-to-1 Sessions
Small Group
Membership
Osteolates Therapy

- START HERE

£85

60 minutes · 1-to-1 with Teejay · new clients only

Initial Movement Assessment 

The most important hour you'll spend on your health. Before a single exercise is prescribed, Teejay needs to understand how your body actually moves. Every programme at The Sogunro Practice begins here

  • Full movement, flexibility & strength assessment
  • Introduction to the Reformer apparatus
  • Review of your injury and treatment history
  • Clear explanation of Teejay's findings
  • Written recommendation for your next step
  • Assessment fee applied as credit to your first 1-to-1 block
  • No obligation to continue

Assessment required first. All 1-to-1 sessions are built around your £85 movement assessment findings. New clients must complete the assessment before booking a 1-to-1 block.

QUALIFICATIONS & PROFESSIONAL CREDENTIALS

STOTT PILATES® Full Comprehensive STOTT PILATES® Rehabilitation Certified in London & Toronto Qualified Sports Therapist Sports Injuries & Massage Trigger Point Dry Needling Physio Club Master Rehab Trainer Studied BSc (Hons) Osteopathy - Middlesex University YMCA Qualified Fitness Professional Registered Healthcare Practitioner Complementary and Natural Healthcare Council (CNHC) Complementary Therapists Association England Over-60s International Squash Representative 2024

- COMMON QUESTIONS -

Questions about Applied Reformer Pilates | Apparatus Pilates and Osteolates Therapy in St Albans

Is this suitable if I've been told to avoid exercise? Yes — this is exactly the situation many clients come from. The £85 movement assessment is specifically designed to understand your condition, history, and limitations before a single exercise is prescribed. If you're unsure, call 07734 578959 before booking.

How is Applied Pilates different from a regular class or gym? A standard Pilates class uses a fixed programme for everyone in the room. Applied Pilates is built around your specific movement assessment findings. The studio is capped at 7 clients, Teejay knows your history, and every exercise is chosen because it's appropriate for your body — not because it fills a class plan.

What actually happens in the £85 movement assessment? A 60-minute 1-to-1 session with Teejay. He'll take a full history of your pain, injuries, and previous treatments. Then he'll assess your movement patterns, flexibility, and strength — on and off the Reformer. At the end you'll have a clear picture of what's happening and an honest recommendation. No obligation to continue — but most clients do.

Can I go straight to small group sessions without doing 1-to-1s first? No — and this is intentional. The assessment and initial 1-to-1 sessions ensure Teejay understands your body, your history, and your movement patterns before you join a group. This protects you and protects the other clients in the group. Most clients complete at least a 3-session starter block before transitioning to group sessions.

What is the cancellation policy? Sessions cancelled with less than 24 hours notice are charged in full. Memberships require 30 days written notice to cancel. Session blocks are valid for their stated period (8 weeks for 3-session, 16 weeks for 6-session, 14 weeks for 10-session group block) and unused sessions within that period are forfeited.

I've tried Pilates before and it didn't help. Why would this be different? Not all Pilates is the same. There's a significant difference between a group fitness class marketed as Pilates and a rehabilitation-informed programme built around a clinical assessment. If a previous programme didn't help — or made things worse — it's almost certainly because the exercises weren't chosen specifically for your condition. That's the core of what Applied Pilates does differently.

- FIND THE STUDIO -

The Sogunro Practice -Applied Pilates | Osteolates Therapy


📍Address: Unit 5, Hertfordshire Business Centre, Alexander Road, London Colney, St Albans, Hertfordshire AL2 1JG
📞 Phone: 07734 578959
✉ Email: info@thesogunropractice.co.uk
🕐 Sessions available: Monday to Saturday · by appointment and scheduled sessions
🚗 Getting here: Free Parking available · easily reached from St Albans, Harpenden and Radlett

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- READY TO START? -

Find out what's really going on with your back.

Your £85 movement assessment is a 60-minute 1-to-1 with Teejay. He'll assess how you move, explain what he finds, and give you a clear, honest plan. No generic advice. No obligation to continue.

Call to Book your £85 Assessment Today
CALL TEEJAY DIRECTLY 07734 578959

info@thesogunropractice.co.uk

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