Joey Freeman
Maria Jose (Joey) Freeman
Joey Freeman is a Doctor of Biomechanics having attained her Ph.D from the University of California, Berkeley. Before moving to Guernsey, she completed a post at Imperial College London and also qualified as a BASI (Body Arts and Science International) Pilates instructor, becoming resident instructor at the award winning Lanesborough Hotel & Spa.
She took up Pilates following a diagnosis with neck dystonia, a neurological condition related to Parkinsons. Her neurologist advised that Pilates builds core strength, combats muscular deformity and promotes spine flexibility.
Joey says Pilates helped her condition. She is passionate about the positive effects it can have on anyone, irrespective of age and ability. She works with athletes and those that want to keep fit and flexible but particularly enjoys helping people with injuries and pre- and post-natal women.
Her St Peter Port studio is furnished with award winning BASI Pilates machines for private sessions. She also runs online mat classes, livestreamed from the studio, as well as physical mat classes at Cobo Community Centre and for corporate clients.
Qualifications
PhD Biomechanics, University of California Berkeley
BASI Pilates - Comprehensively Certified
BASI Pilates - Pre and Post Natal Specialisation
BASI Pilates - Injuries and Pathologies Specialisation
BASI Pilates - Pilates for the mature client
BASI Pilates - Pilates for Athletes
BASI Pilates - Pilates for men
Pilates for Equestrian with Julie Driver
What People Are Saying
“Joey is amazing. Even working out at home online I feel like I’m in the class! The best Pilates class I’ve ever done. Can’t recommend her enough. If you think Pilates is easy try Joey’s Pilates Core Club … you’ll change your mind in one session”
— Ella S.
“Joey is dedicated and professional. She is lovely inside and out. Her Pilates classes are the best I’ve attended and I’ve been doing Pilates for years! Sign up. What have you got to lose??!”
— Helen C.
“Joey is an excellent teacher with such attention to detail and knowledge, that she is keen to pass on. I know how much it has benefited me. I highly recommend her classes and level of understanding.”