Move better. Feel stronger. Live fully.
Physiotherapy and Pilates in Broughty Ferry, Dundee - evidence-informed, compassionate and built around you.
You deserve to feel at home in your body.
Whether you’re recovering from injury, managing persistent pain, or simply ready to build strength and move with more confidence - you’re in the right place.
At Nutrio, we believe movement is medicine, that works best when it’s personalised, progressive and supported by people who genuinely care about your progress. There’s no pressure to be fitter, faster or further along than you are.
All you need to do is arrive exactly as you are.
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Physiotherapy
From acute injuries to long-standing conditions, our MSK physiotherapy sessions offer a thorough assessment, hands-on treatment, and a personalised rehabilitation plan — including guided exercises and a video home programme to support your recovery between sessions.
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1:1 Studio Pilates
One-to-one sessions on the reformer, Cadillac trapeze table, Wunda chair, ladder barrel, and fuse ladders — tailored entirely to you. Whether you're progressing through rehab or looking for a personalised movement practice, our expert-led equipment sessions deliver results in a calm, encouraging environment.
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Group Classes
Studio Circuits, Mat Pilates, and Yoga — our group classes are small by design, so you always receive personal attention in a welcoming, unhurried environment. Whether you're looking for a challenging equipment workout, a grounding mat practice, or a restorative yoga session, there's a class to suit you. All levels welcome.
Clinical expertise. Compassionate care. Community.
What sets Nutrio apart isn’t just the equipment or the setting - it’s the approach. Every session, every class, every interaction is guided by the same philosophy: that movement should restore, empower and connect you to yourself.
Based in Broughty Ferry and proudly part of this community, we’re here for the long term — as your body changes, as your goals evolve and as life asks different things of you.
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Evidence-Informed
Everything we do is grounded in current clinical thinking — from assessment and treatment through to how we sequence and teach movement.
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Genuinely personal
Small classes, small group sessions, and one-to-one appointments mean you always feel seen — not just another booking in the diary.
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A community that cares
Whether you’re here for rehab strength, or simply to move more freely — you’ll find a welcoming like-minded community that makes showing up feel good.
Meet the Team
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Ailsa Bell
Owner, Founder LEAD PHYSIOTHERAPIST & PILATES INSTRUCTOR
Ailsa founded Nutrio in 2015 with a clear vision: to bring together clinical expertise and mindful movement in a space where people feel genuinely supported. Holding an MSc in Physiotherapy alongside a BSc in Nutritional Therapy, she trained with Polestar Pilates in Sydney and completed her yoga teacher training in Bali. Her specialist certifications span pre- and postnatal Pilates, neurological rehabilitation, and accessible yoga — giving her a broad and deeply informed approach to movement across every stage of life.
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Linz
PILATES INSTRUCTOR
Trained with STOTT Pilates at the Merrithew Training Centre in Edinburgh — one of the most respected Pilates training programmes in the world — Linz brings rigorous technique alongside a background in functional and homeopathic medicine. Passionate about biomechanics and the science of movement, she guides classes that are precise, purposeful, and genuinely effective. Expect powerful movement delivered with patience and care.
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Andy
YOGA INSTRUCTORAndy brings over twelve years of experience in movement, fitness, and yoga — working with a wide range of people to help them move better, feel better, and build resilience in the body. His approach is grounded in movement science, with a particular focus on mobility, breath awareness, and the kind of steady, accessible practice that works for real life. His classes are welcoming, unhurried, and quietly transformative.
"My first class was a revelation! I very quickly I found myself eagerly anticipating each class for the way that it made me feel totally alive! Pilates is different. Try it."
— Fela "The Studio is extremely well equipped, bright and welcoming yet tranquil and inspiring. Ailsa is patient, insightful, empathetic, encouraging and understanding. Each session is the best hour in the week as I always leave feeling uplifted and full of positivity."
— Meg Nutrio is rated 5 stars on Google. [Read our reviews]
“I never want the classes to finish as they are fun as well as challenging. I had never walked into a pilates studio before but was immediately put at ease and found my feet and can really see an improvement every week."
— Rachel"Love the circuit class at Nutrio. Ailsa is a fountain of knowledge and always feel in very capable hands during the class. Even the slightest mention of a pain or niggle before class, and all stations are adapted to strengthen the area and not cause further discomfort. The atmosphere in Nurtio is so welcoming and relaxed - truly a zen space to escape.”
— ChristaReady to take the first step?
Whether you’d like to book a physiotherapy assessment, try a class, or simply find out more — we’d love to hear from you. There’s no obligation and no pressure. Just a warm welcome waiting whenever you’re ready.
NEW TO NUTRIO?
Start with 3 classes for £45
A gentle way to explore what Nutrio has to offer — Try Studio Circuits, Mat Pilates or Yoga — Mix and match to find what feels right for you.
Visit Us
594 Brook Street
Broughty Ferry
Dundee, DD5 2EA
Opening Hours
Mon-Thu: 9am-6pm
Fri 8:30am-12pm
Sat 7:30-11:30am