--- title: "Reformer Pilates in Somerset | Ilminster & Chard | Helfit" description: "Calm reformer Pilates classes from £20 and 1:1 sessions on a 40-acre vineyard farm off the A358: 15 min from Ilminster, 20 from Chard. Beginners welcome." url: https://helfit.co.uk/pilates-somerset updated: 2026-11-11 business: "Helfit, Manor Farm, Thornfalcon, Somerset TA3 5NP" phone: "07904 908 658" --- # Reformer Pilates in Somerset, *the calm way.* Small reformer classes, private sessions and personal training on a 40-acre farm at Thornfalcon, an easy drive from Ilminster, Chard and the villages east of Taunton. [Book a class](https://helfit.co.uk/pilates-classes) [Find your area](https://helfit.co.uk/pilates-somerset#areas) > "Helen is super friendly and encouraging. I felt very welcome and the studio is so calm and relaxed." > — Lelly S, First session Where I am ## A farm studio *on the A358.* Helfit sits on Thornfalcon Winery & Press, a 40-acre farm of vines and orchards with a swimming and wildlife lake and resident swans, chickens and doves. It's four miles east of Taunton, just off the A358 and minutes from junction 25 of the M5. That A358 is handy: it runs straight down to Ilminster and on to Chard, and it threads past the villages just east of Taunton. So if you've been searching for **reformer Pilates in Somerset** outside the big towns, you're probably closer than you think. You may have heard me on BBC Radio Somerset, talking to Jenna Myles about my own fitness journey. [Read my story](https://helfit.co.uk/about) Areas I cover ## Ilminster, Chard *and the villages.* Approximate drive times by car. Coming from Taunton, Bridgwater, Wellington or Yeovil? Each has its own page below. About 15 minutes ### Ilminster Head north-west on the A358 from Ilminster towards Taunton and you're here in about a quarter of an hour. When I won Best Fitness Instructor 2023 at the Muddy Stilettos Awards, the C&I Newspapers headline called me an Ilminster personal trainer. About 20 minutes ### Chard From Chard it's one road all the way: the A358 north, past Ilminster and on towards Taunton. About twenty minutes, which makes a weekly reformer class or a 1:1 session easy to build into your routine. A few minutes ### The villages If you live in Creech St Michael, Hatch Beauchamp, Stoke St Mary or North Curry, I'm only a few minutes away, and Ruishton and Henlade are practically next door. Close enough that a class fits easily around your day. Years in fitness Award-winning coach The calm way ## Calm, steady *and properly challenging.* Calm doesn't mean easy. My classes are upbeat, with great music and a friendly, no-ego feel, and the springs can always go heavier. What's calm is how it feels to be here: unhurried, small and personal. - Small groups on premium reformer beds - Clear options for every level in every class - A health form and a conversation before you start - Coached by me, every single time A calm, welcoming space to lift, lengthen and feel at home in your body. Ways to train ## Reformer Pilates *and more.* Four ways to work with me, wherever in Somerset you're coming from. Beginners welcome ### Reformer classes £20 per class Small groups that build strength, mobility and confidence, with options for every level. [See class times](https://helfit.co.uk/pilates-classes) Tailored ### 1:1 Reformer Pilates £45 per session Private reformer sessions built entirely around you, your body and your goals. [About 1:1 sessions](https://helfit.co.uk/reformer-pilates) Strength ### Personal training Free first consultation Weight loss, muscle or confidence, coached 1:1 in my private gym. Sessions from £45. [About personal training](https://helfit.co.uk/personal-training) Anywhere ### Online coaching £80 per month Personalised plans, check-ins and nutrition guidance in my app, for the weeks you can't get over. [About online coaching](https://helfit.co.uk/online-coaching) Your journey from Chard ## Straight up *the A358.* From Chard or Ilminster, it's one road almost all the way. Join wherever you live along it. 1. ### Leave Chard Take the A358 north out of Chard towards Ilminster. 2. ### Cross the A303 At Ilminster, cross the A303 and stay on the A358 towards Taunton. Starting in Ilminster? Join here, about 15 minutes out. 3. ### Past Ashill Carry on past Ashill and the turning for Hatch Beauchamp. 4. ### Into Thornfalcon The farm is on the A358 shortly before Henlade, at Manor Farm. Parking: Park by the big green barn. Disabled parking is available. **For your sat nav:** TA3 5NP. what3words: ///clearcut.hampers.scanner - **Helfit** Manor Farm, Thornfalcon Somerset TA3 5NP - [07904 908 658](tel:+447904908658) > "You will usually be greeted by Elton, the sweetest miniature dachshund cheerleader." > — Sarah G, Reformer Pilates class Somerset questions ## Questions from *across the county.* ### Where in Somerset is Helfit? At Manor Farm, Thornfalcon, Somerset TA3 5NP, on the Thornfalcon Winery & Press estate. That's four miles east of Taunton, just off the A358 and minutes from junction 25 of the M5. ### How far is Helfit from Ilminster and Chard? About 15 minutes from Ilminster and about 20 minutes from Chard, both straight up the A358 towards Taunton. ### Is reformer Pilates suitable for complete beginners? Yes. If you're brand new, every class has a gentler option. If you're coming back from an injury, we'll start with a health form and a chat, and you should check with your GP or physiotherapist if you're under their care. And if you're ready to push, there's always a harder version. ### What if I can't get to the studio every week? Online coaching fills the gaps. You'll get a personalised plan in my app with over 200 demo videos, for home or the gym, with no equipment needed. “PT in your pocket” is £80 a month and includes weekly check-ins and nutrition guidance. Nearby ## Coming from *one of the towns?* [Pilates in Taunton About 10 min along the A358](https://helfit.co.uk/pilates-taunton) [Pilates near Bridgwater About 20 min via the M5](https://helfit.co.uk/pilates-bridgwater) [Pilates near Wellington About 20 min via the M5](https://helfit.co.uk/pilates-wellington) [Pilates near Yeovil About 35 min via the A303](https://helfit.co.uk/pilates-yeovil) [Find the studio Map and directions](https://helfit.co.uk/find-us) [About Helen My story and approach](https://helfit.co.uk/about) Ready when you are ## Slow down, *then get stronger.* Book a small reformer class, or a private 1:1 session if you'd like to start with just you and me. [Book a class](https://helfit.co.uk/pilates-classes) [Book a 1:1 session](https://helfitclass.as.me/schedule/72048051/appointment/32219239/calendar/6714190) --- Helfit · Helfit, Manor Farm, Thornfalcon, Somerset TA3 5NP · 07904 908 658 · helen@helfit.co.uk · https://helfit.co.uk