Michelle Darracott

Michelle was born in London and has built a successful portfolio career in financial services, following her early years training as an actuary. As well as Pilates she is passionate about closing the gender pensions gap and has set up a business called Strategy Retire to address this important societal issue. Whilst Michelle has always been very active outside of work, 30 years in a largely sedentary role took its toll on Michelle’s posture and she found Pilates as a way of building strength and correcting her alignment. She has been a client at the Pilates Clinic for several years and wanted to extend her practice and give the gift of movement to others. In 2025 she completed the BASI Comprehensive Global Programme and has not looked back. She continues to evolve her own practice to not only benefit herself but for the benefit of others. Her Pilates practice has helped to build her confidence and presence inside and outside the workplace. She likes to empower clients to be the very best version of themselves.