REVIEW: Team Building with a Difference at Vagabond Pilates Dorset

Kicking off the new year with positive habits is always easier when you do it together, and our recent team-building session at Vagabond Pilates in Lytchett Minister, Dorset was the perfect way to do just that.

We took our Dorset team along for a private reformer Pilates class, and it turned out to be one of the most enjoyable, supportive and genuinely beneficial team activities we’ve done.

Vagabond Pilates in Lytchett Minster (they also have a studio in Blandford), is a beautiful boutique studio, and because of its intimate size, we were able to enjoy exclusive hire for the hour, which instantly made it feel special, relaxed and welcoming. As a team, we were all completely new to reformer Pilates, which actually made it an ideal team-building exercise. No one felt like they were behind or trying to keep up – we were all learning together.

From the moment we arrived, Tim and Millie made everyone feel at ease. They are incredibly encouraging, knowledgeable and approachable instructors, which made such a difference, especially for anyone who felt a little nervous beforehand. A few members of our team were worried they might not be fit or strong enough, but Reformer Pilates really is suitable for all levels. Thanks to the adjustable settings on the reformer machines, everyone can work at their own ability without feeling singled out.

Tim’s instructions were clear, calm and easy to follow (with some added fun and friendly banter), meaning we all got to grips with the movements far more quickly than expected. Even as complete beginners, we felt confident, supported and challenged in all the right ways. There was plenty of encouragement, a lot of laughter, and a real sense of working together – which is exactly what you want from a team-building experience.

What we loved most was that it wasn’t just “a nice thing to do” outside of the office (although it definitely was that too). It was something that genuinely made us feel good. By the end of the session, we all felt stronger, stretched out and energised, proving you don’t need high cardio fitness to get an effective, full-body workout. Reformer Pilates focuses on strength, control and flexibility, making it accessible but still incredibly effective.

Vagabond Pilates is a fantastic option for corporate team building, but it’s also worth knowing that they offer private hire for groups of friends, as well as hen and stag parties looking for something a little different (and far better for you than a late night!). All of the instructors are also mat trained, which means they can take Pilates sessions directly into workplaces, making it a brilliant wellbeing option for businesses.

If you’re looking for a team-building activity in Dorset that encourages healthy habits, boosts morale and leaves everyone feeling amazing, Vagabond Pilates is an excellent choice. We left feeling proud of ourselves, closer as a team, and already talking about when we could go back.

Highly recommended for January resets, team wellbeing days or anyone wanting to try something new together.

Contact Millie or Tim to have a chat about a tailored private reformer pilates session - https://www.vagabondpilates.co.uk/contact