Pilates Instructor Monaco

Angela Rankin

With more than 20 years of experience in movement and bodywork, Angela brings a rare combination of technical precision, intuition and empathy to Pure Pilates Monaco. Originally from Edinburgh, she began her career as a professional dancer, developing a deep understanding of the body through years of training and performance. She opened Pure Pilates Monaco in 2006, creating a calm and dedicated space for clients seeking mindful, intelligent movement in the heart of Monaco.

Science-based, individualised teaching

Her teaching is strongly informed by science and adapted to the individual. Angela has received specialised training in many special subjects and regularly helps clients manage or recover from injury, illness and chronic conditions. Whether working with beginners, athletes or seniors, she tailors each program with care and clinical awareness, always ensuring movements are safe, functional and effective.

Continued education and credentials

Angela has studied with Body Control Pilates UK for many years and continues to refine her practice through in-depth studies with Pear Pilates London and specialised workshops with Movement Science Made Simple (MSMS) — all reflecting her commitment to excellence and evolving expertise.

Small group focus, long-term benefits

Her private and small group sessions (limited to two people) prioritise:

Quality of movement
Postural awareness
Long-term body confidence

Testimonials

Bassem

I was diagnosed with a herniated disc and eventually went through surgery, but unfortunately the pain came back just a few months later. I tried yoga and chiropractic care for months, but nothing really worked and I was even told I should prepare for a second surgery. That’s when I found Angela’s studio. She asked me to give her three months of Pilates before deciding on surgery and the rest is history. Not only did I avoid another operation, but my pain improved drastically. It’s been over five years now and I’ve never looked back. Pilates with Angela has truly changed my life.

Vicky

Angela has been my Pilates teacher for over 20 years and is absolutely outstanding. Her single or duo classes ensure that we receive essential attention to our positions and movements so that we get maximum benefit. Angela’s classes push me and I have evolved so much with her expert guidance. I feel strong. Every class is different and Angela, through her own work and with external training courses is constantly developing her craft - much to our benefit. Angela’s studio is really well equipped with reformers and a cadillac among the many different pieces of Pilates apparatus that we use regularly.

Jessica

I definitely recommend Pilates to all the women who experienced a difficult cesarian. It helped me to heal quickly from the painful hematoma provoked by the traumatic childbirth in 2015. I could hardly move my pelvic floor and pelvis but after a few seasons with Angela I started to feel better and get back to my body awareness and organise better movements in my pelvis. Since then I keep on enjoying all the benefits of Pilates at Pure Pilates monaco.

Samuel

For the last 13 years I have been practicing Pilates with Angela. Pilates for me was a life changer. I suffered from back pain, I used to run a lot and did a lot of sport but something was missing... That "something" I found in Pilates. I must say practicing with Angela is different - movements have to be precise and perfect. If not you have to re do it until it is done as it should be.. and then you feel the difference... If one wishes to practice Pilates better to do it with Angela at Pure Pilates.

Sara

I’ve been a client at Pure Pilates since it’s opening and after 20 years Angela still manages to surprise me, her lessons are never repetitive or boring. Lessons are adapted to the needs of each person with precision and a professionalism that is rare to find. The studio is bright, welcoming and easy to reach. After an hour at Pure Pilates you return home straighter, stronger and more serene.

1. Angela Rankin: Your Expert Pilates Instructor Monaco (Focus: Experience & Studio History)

Angela Rankin brings a rare combination of technical precision, intuition, and empathy to Pure Pilates Monaco. Furthermore, she offers more than 20 years of experience in movement and bodywork. Originally from Edinburgh, she began her career as a professional dancer. Consequently, she developed a deep, intuitive understanding of the body through years of training and performance. She personally opened Pure Pilates Monaco in 2006. Ultimately, she created a calm, dedicated space for clients seeking mindful, intelligent movement in the heart of Monaco. Choose Angela as your Pilates Instructor Monaco for instruction rooted in profound practical experience and deep personal dedication.

2. Science-Based, Individualized Teaching Approach (Focus: Clinical Awareness)

Angela strongly informs her teaching with science and always adapts it to the individual. Therefore, she regularly helps clients manage or recover from injury, illness, and chronic conditions. Specifically, she has received specialized training in many subjects. Whether working with beginners, athletes, or seniors, she tailors each program with immense care and clinical awareness. She always ensures the movements remain safe, functional, and maximally effective. For this reason, her approach provides immense confidence and measurable results. Angela sets the standard for personalized, science-based instruction among any Pilates Instructor Monaco.

3. Commitment to Continued Pilates Education (Focus: Credentials & Evolution)

Angela consistently refines her practice through dedicated study. She has studied extensively with Body Control Pilates UK for many years. In addition, she continues her in-depth education with Pear Pilates London. She also attends specialized workshops with Movement Science Made Simple (MSMS). As a result, this continuous study reflects her unwavering commitment to excellence and evolving expertise. She brings the latest, most effective techniques directly to her clients. Therefore, choosing Angela means benefitting from one of the most dedicated and well-credentialed Pilates Instructor Monaco professionals.

4. Guiding Clients to Long-Term Body Confidence (Focus: Session Goals)

Angela prioritizes three core areas in her private and small group sessions (limited to two people). First, she emphasizes the absolute quality of movement over quantity. Second, she prioritizes postural awareness, helping clients understand and correct daily habits. Most importantly, her method fosters long-term body confidence and self-efficacy. This focused, small-group structure guarantees you receive the personalized attention your body deserves. Finally, her dedication to these key principles ensures you build a sustainable foundation for well-being with your Pilates Instructor Monaco.