Pilates With Mary

12/09/2026

What a morning at Zēteō Bespoke! 💙

Today’s brief? Pilates + Activity.
And we certainly delivered.

We started at 9am with Reformer Pilates with the G.O.A.T herself, Sara PhysioPilates Studio. Elongated, challenged and suitably put through our paces, we then legged it across the city to Nea Chora to meet the fabulous Dimitria Dimitra Lagonikaki for an hour of Paddleboard Pilates.

Let’s just say… balance is a work in progress. 😂

We fell in four times. Thankfully, the sea was gloriously warm and there was plenty of laughter to go with it. Paddleboard Pilates takes concentration, control and a healthy willingness to fall in — literally.

Then it was time to meet the wonderful Captain George and his amazing wife, Mrs Captain Georgenia, (obviously, thats not her name. But what an absolute pleasure to meet her for the first time in 6 years. When i think about Cretan hospitality, i will always think of her 💓💓💓)
for a boat trip around Chania Harbour before heading out to Stavros for a swim, a little exploring and some serious island relaxation.

And because apparently we hadn’t done enough… we finished with one last explore and dip at Leperatta 🌊

Now we’re back at our accommodation for a shower, a little downtime and a chance to catch our breath…

Because there’s an evening session still to come. 🙈

This is Zēteō Bespoke.

Move. Explore. Connect. Laugh. Swim. Repeat.

Not a retreat where you sit around being told to find yourself.

Just a few days of really good experiences, great people and the very best of Crete. 🇬🇷💙

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11/09/2026

We are here, its amazing to be back in Crete. Our first evening has been amazing. We have drunk wine eaten dakos, octopus and shrimps and to finish the evening Raki.
Tomorrow Pilates with PhysioPilates Studio And , saving the best till last with Captain George Chaniaboatsrental . Its going to be epic.

26/08/2026

,The Steam Room Incident I cannot shake off a situation that happened to me today. A bit of backstory. My day started teaching Reformer Pilates, after which I had planned to go to the gym. Except I am EXHAUSTED. I’ve been exhausted for days. My sleep is crap, my workouts are not meeting my own ridiculous standards, although thankfully my mood is actually fine. So I thought: You know what, Mary? You need a break. My original plan was the gym, but suddenly I thought, F**k the gym. Go and have a sauna and steam. There was just one tiny problem. I had not brought my swimming costume. Or, more importantly, my flip-flops. And because I am slightly OCD about communal floors, I genuinely thought I might go fully naked rather than put my bare feet on the floor. Anyway, I decided to get a coffee and have a wander. I ended up in Penneys. Eight euro later, I was the proud owner of the cutest swimming costume and a pair of sliders. Yes, I know. Fast fashion is wrong. But at that particular moment, I was willing to sacrifice the planet for 30 minutes of relaxation and hygienic footwear.My costume is white with little red chillies on it. Because obviously… I’m spicy like that. 🌶️ I head into the steam room. There is a man sitting there breathing like he is experiencing his final moments on Earth. What exactly is the benefit of this? Are you detoxing or dying? Then another man comes in. He is taking up space like some men do where they apparently require the square footage of a small apartment. And then.. He starts coughing. A proper “I have arrived carrying a respiratory infection” kind of cough. No covering his mouth.
I am sitting there in my £8 spicy chilli costume, already hanging on by a thread, thinking: Absolutely fu***ng not. So, trying to be polite, I say: “Would you mind not doing that, please?” Silence.he says: “Do what?” And this is where I think I may have lost the moral high ground I replied: “Not coughing in the fu***ng sauna.”He left. Immediately. I'm conflicted, was the "fu***ng" necessary? But how is this behaviour appropriate? Im still thinking about it, questioning my personality not his behaviour. Your feedback is required 🙏🏽🙈🤣

23/08/2026

I’m 55. And I’ve created the holiday I wish someone had created for me. Not another wellness retreat. Because, honestly, I’m not really about that.

I don’t want five days of being told to breathe, let go and “find yourself” while someone gently reminds you to eliminate negativity from your life.

Life doesn’t work like that.

What I want is for you to embrace Crete's

Its rhythm.
Its warmth.
Its beauty.
Its people.
Its magic and mystery
Its incredible ability to make you slow down without even trying.

And that’s why i created Zēteō

Its about

Moving your body.
Exploring places you wouldn’t find on a package holiday.
Laughing.
Swimming.
Walking.
Connecting.
Having a glass of wine.
Getting a little lost.
And perhaps discovering something about yourself along the way — but

I’m not here to save you. Only you can do that. What I can do is give you the opportunity to disappear for five days and experience Crete differently.

To wake up somewhere beautiful and have absolutely nothing you need to organise. And maybe — just maybe — to let go of the need to control everything.

There will be Pilates, but you don't need to be a Pilates person.

There will be adventure, but you don't need to be an adrenaline ju**ie.

There will be connection, but you don't need to arrive with a group of friends.

Come alone.
Come with a friend.
Come with your partner.
Come exactly as you are.

All I ask is that you leave your expectations at the airport.

Get yourself to Crete.
I’ll take care of everything else.

🇬🇷 Zēteō | 14–18 September 2026

Five days of movement, adventure, beautiful places and the kind of memories you can't buy in a souvenir shop.

One of the best things about creating Zēteō has been the incredible people I’ve met along the way. I’ve found the most amazing local businesses who go above and beyond to show you the very best of Crete. I feel incredibly blessed to collaborate with them.

Only 7 places.

If something in you just thought “f**k it… why not?” That's probably your sign.

DM me CRETE and I'll send you everything you need to know.

19/08/2026

Hi Guys, As summer starts to wind down, the kids are heading back to school, routines are changing and life starts to get a little more structured again. Which means it’s time to start thinking about you. ❤️

Your health. Your mental wellbeing. Your strength. Your fitness. And, perhaps most importantly, making time for yourself. I’ve also been looking at how I can make better use of the amazing equipment I have in my garden studio. And I’m very excited about what’s coming next…

✨ NEW SPRINGWALL CLASS ✨I started with two Springwalls and now I have six! This means I can open up this fantastic form of Pilates to more of you, at a much more accessible price than a Reformer class.

Wednesday 7pm — Springwall for Beginners. DM for more info. If you’ve never tried Springwall before, this is the perfect place to start. It’s a brilliant combination of strength and mobility — and trust me, it’s challenging, but SO much fun!

Your current classes
Monday 5.30pm — Springwall
6.30pm — Intermediate Mat
Tuesday 6pm — Mixed Ability Mat
Friday 9.15am — Intermediate Mat

My mornings are for my private clients and off-site work. If you would like to book a private class please feel free to contact me.

💪 Thursday evenings — Strength & Conditioning I’m delighted to have a fantastic PT joining me at the studio to offer a dedicated strength class. Keep an eye on my page for the launch date!

🧘‍♀️ Monthly Sound Healing I’ll also be introducing a group sound healing session once a month. If you’ve haven't experienced sound healing, it is the ultimate opportunity to switch off, slow down and let go of the week.

My passion project… 🌿 Zēteō Pilates Holidays My intention is to host Zēteō retreats every May and September, combining Pilates, adventure, beautiful surroundings and unforgettable experiences.

I’m also hoping to collaborate with some of my favourite people to bring you mini breaks, workshops and other little adventures along the way.
So, as you start thinking about your new post-summer routine, I hope you’ll make a little space for you and me. Join my squad ♥️.

13/08/2026

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11/08/2026

Relaxation
Adventure
Pilates
Meeting like minded people
Luxury
Time away from family
Something different
A bit of everything
Zeteo Pilates Holidays has you covered. All you have to do is get to Crete, from then on everything is organised for you.
I created Zēteō because I wanted to offer something a little different — a chance to experience the beauty, culture and adventure of Crete, while enjoying Pilates, great food and time to simply switch off and enjoy yourself.
The idea is that once you arrive at Chania Airport, Crete you don't have to think about anything. I've taken care of the transfers, beautiful accommodation, food, Pilates and a carefully curated programme of experiences. You simply arrive, settle in and let the holiday unfold.
It's much more than a Pilates holiday for me. It's about creating an intimate experience where you can move, explore, laugh, relax and perhaps even do a few things you wouldn't normally do.
please feel to contact me for further information of visit the link below.
https://zeteocrete.com/zeteo-connect-1
September 14th-18th 2026.

Set against the natural beauty of Crete, enjoy each day as it unfolds on your Pilates holiday.