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press release: Peak Pilates UK
(distributed by Gymkit UK)

Gold company profile | Peak Pilates UK
(distributed by Gymkit UK)
PRESS RELEASE

Peak Pilates secures EMD UK CPD recognition for FitCore Group Reformer Speciality Education Programme

30 Apr 2025
Christie Braband, Master Trainer, Peak Pilates FitCore and Howard Braband, MD Gymkit UK with Carrie Hill, EMD UK. for / Gymkit UK
Peak Pilates, a high-quality leader in Pilates education and equipment, announces official CPD recognition for its FitCore Group Reformer Speciality Education Programme by EMD UK, the national governing body for group exercise in the UK. This recognition provides instructors with 10 hours of Continuing Professional Development (CPD) training.

FitCore, a pre-programmed, balanced workout that has a high sweat factor is a dynamic and contemporary reformer-based certification. Designed to fuse classical Pilates principles with modern functional movement, equipping instructors with skills to deliver engaging, results-driven group classes, taught in a creative and unique way.

“Working with the team at EMD UK to gain recognition was a genuinely positive experience. They were supportive, approachable and highly professional throughout the process, making it straightforward from start to finish. We’re absolutely delighted to have their backing for the FitCore Group Reformer programme.” said Christie Braband, Master Instructor for FitCore powered by Peak Pilates®.

“This endorsement by EMD UK is a significant milestone. It confirms our commitment to excellence in reformer education and supports Peak Pilates’ mission to empower instructors with high-quality, recognised training.”

“Demand for the certification is through the roof as we see the programme being offered on timetables in both the boutique studio sector and major gym chains. In the first quarter of this year, we have already trained 100 instructors to lead FitCore™ Group Reformer.” Continued Christie.

In the UK, Peak Pilates equipment and FitCore Group Reformer education is proudly distributed by Gymkit UK, a leading supplier of fitness equipment. Training can be completed at one of the 2 working showroom studios located in Cambridgeshire or a bespoke arrangement for companies wishing to qualify a number of instructors.

For more information about the FitCore Group Reformer forthcoming training dates and Peak Pilates equipment, please visit www.peakpilates.co.uk and www.gymkituk.com

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Peak Pilates UK
(distributed by Gymkit UK)
Tel: 01733 205551
Address: 130 Station Road, Whittlesey, Peterborough, PE7 2EY, United Kingdom
Howard Braband, managing director
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press release: Peak Pilates UK
(distributed by Gymkit UK)

Gold company profile | Peak Pilates UK
(distributed by Gymkit UK)
PRESS RELEASE

Peak Pilates secures EMD UK CPD recognition for FitCore Group Reformer Speciality Education Programme

30 Apr 2025
Christie Braband, Master Trainer, Peak Pilates FitCore and Howard Braband, MD Gymkit UK with Carrie Hill, EMD UK. for / Gymkit UK
Peak Pilates, a high-quality leader in Pilates education and equipment, announces official CPD recognition for its FitCore Group Reformer Speciality Education Programme by EMD UK, the national governing body for group exercise in the UK. This recognition provides instructors with 10 hours of Continuing Professional Development (CPD) training.

FitCore, a pre-programmed, balanced workout that has a high sweat factor is a dynamic and contemporary reformer-based certification. Designed to fuse classical Pilates principles with modern functional movement, equipping instructors with skills to deliver engaging, results-driven group classes, taught in a creative and unique way.

“Working with the team at EMD UK to gain recognition was a genuinely positive experience. They were supportive, approachable and highly professional throughout the process, making it straightforward from start to finish. We’re absolutely delighted to have their backing for the FitCore Group Reformer programme.” said Christie Braband, Master Instructor for FitCore powered by Peak Pilates®.

“This endorsement by EMD UK is a significant milestone. It confirms our commitment to excellence in reformer education and supports Peak Pilates’ mission to empower instructors with high-quality, recognised training.”

“Demand for the certification is through the roof as we see the programme being offered on timetables in both the boutique studio sector and major gym chains. In the first quarter of this year, we have already trained 100 instructors to lead FitCore™ Group Reformer.” Continued Christie.

In the UK, Peak Pilates equipment and FitCore Group Reformer education is proudly distributed by Gymkit UK, a leading supplier of fitness equipment. Training can be completed at one of the 2 working showroom studios located in Cambridgeshire or a bespoke arrangement for companies wishing to qualify a number of instructors.

For more information about the FitCore Group Reformer forthcoming training dates and Peak Pilates equipment, please visit www.peakpilates.co.uk and www.gymkituk.com

More press releases and updates from Peak Pilates UK
(distributed by Gymkit UK):
Peak Pilates proudly distributed by Gymkit UK, is delighted to announce its return as an exhibitor at Elevate 2026, taking place 17-18 June at ExCeL London.
Peak Pilates will return to the International Fitness Showcase (IFS) in Blackpool this March, once again demonstrating the power and versatility of group reformer classes.
Peak Pilates UK celebrated a highly successful 2025, marked by strong commercial growth, the development of strategic partnerships and expanded instructor education programme.
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Everyone Active, one of the UK’s largest leisure operators, has significantly expanded its premium wellness offering through the installation of Reformer Studios equipped with Peak Pilates reformers across its centre portfolio.
Peak Pilates UK
(distributed by Gymkit UK): featured in HCM and Fit Tech magazines
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Peak Pilates UK
(distributed by Gymkit UK)
Tel: 01733 205551
Address: 130 Station Road, Whittlesey, Peterborough, PE7 2EY, United Kingdom
Howard Braband, managing director
Key personnel
Howard Braband, managing director
Jenna Kane, business development manager
Christie Braband, master trainer (FitCore)
Kerri Widdowson, general manager (logisitics and servicing)
Jo Morris, marketing
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Plans for the next 12 months
As demand for Reformer Pilates continues to accelerate, our focus is on expanding access to high-quality equipment, education through FitCore, supporting scalable studio models and strengthening our position as the UK’s leading full-service Pilates partner.
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