About Sculpt.

Sally Akers, Owner & Instructor, Sculpt Yoga and Pilates

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My Journey

My Journey

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I’m a mum, wife, and lifelong mover who believes looking after your body and mind should feel natural and enjoyable, not a chore. My love for movement began at the age of seven with dance, which eventually led me to study at The Laban Centre in London. I performed and taught dance while continuing to gain qualifications in Fitness, Education, and Nutrition.

Teaching in Performing Arts colleges showed me how to help people move better, feel stronger, and grow in confidence, lessons I bring into every Pilates and Yoga class I teach today. Movement and self-care have carried me through life’s toughest moments, and I love sharing that energy and inspiration with my students. My days are fuelled by running, yoga, coffee, laughter, and, most importantly, my family, who are my biggest motivation.

Creating Sculpt

After becoming a mum, I wanted to bring balance back into my life, and Sculpt was born. What started as a dance and conditioning class has evolved into Sculpt Yoga and Pilates, offering inclusive, creative classes that combine Pilates, Yoga, and mindful movement. Whether in Barnsley or online, my mission is to help people feel better, physically and mentally, every time they step on the mat.

“Change happens through movement and movement heals.”
— Joseph Pilates

My Approach

I’m a Level 3 Pilates Instructor, Level 4 Yoga Instructor, and Health Coach with Nutritional Guidance, with additional training in ETM, Step, and Dance Fitness. My classes are about connection, confidence, and care, helping every student feel supported, challenged, and inspired to move well and live well.

Begin Your Pilates Journey

  • “As a busy working mum doing Sally's Pilates class gives me a bit of me time, it's really slowed down my scatty full of stuff to do brain. It enables me to switch off and recharge and I notice a significant difference in my core and strength and having a positive impact on my ability to run faster up hills on my 10k runs.”

    Julie

  • "Sally shows us excercises that keep our muscles toned from head to toe. A lovely friendly group. I am really enjoying chair pilates."

    Sue

  • "Come and excercise to you ability with Sally and make new friends."

    Liz

  • "This Pialtes class is fab. Sally is a very good teacher. We always have a laugh as well. I feel much better for coming each week."

    Angela