Lorraine Dufficey

With 20 years of experience in the fitness industry, Lorraine Dufficey is trained in the classical True Pilates method, is a qualified Neuromuscular therapist and a Fascial trainer, and has a lifelong interest in health and wellbeing. As ‘West Cork Pilates’, she has been teaching mat classes in Clonakilty since 2005 and has a private studio in Rossmore where she teaches Reformer, Cadillac and Wunda chair for both fitness and for rehabilitation.

Look to the light

Lorraine Dufficey December, 2025

As the season turns from Autumn to Winter, decreasing daylight hours and the drawing in of the days can have a darkening effect on our spirits, making us feel a little flatter than normal. The effect of this adjustment to a reduction in daylight hours is well known to many […]

Why the pelvic floor matters for young women in sport

Lorraine Dufficey November, 2025

In the August issue of the West Cork People I wrote an article on the importance of having a healthy pelvic floor and how pelvic floor dysfunction can impact quality of life for both men and women. At the time of writing I had a feeling I wasn’t quite done […]

If walking hurts…

Lorraine Dufficey October, 2025

As I write this it is the most beautiful crisp September day, perfect for taking to the hills, and were it not for my various work duties, I would have headed for Sheep’s head for a lovely long hike. Hiking got me thinking about a friend of mine who, while […]

Awakening to your body with Pilates

Lorraine Dufficey September, 2025

For this issue, I’m writing in my capacity as a classically-trained Pilates teacher with over 20 years’ experience teaching in West Cork. I believe everyone can benefit from a good Pilates practice. For me one of the most important aspects of Pilates is that it is a mind/body modality, meaning […]

Your pelvic health matters

Lorraine Dufficey August, 2025

I was recently asked if I could cover the topic of pelvic floor health; I am always delighted to have suggestions come my way for articles and though this one is relevant for both men and women, it is particularly pertinent for women. The pelvic floor consists of a group […]

Healthy summer habits

Lorraine Dufficey June, 2025

I hope you have all been able to avail of our long and unexpected spell of good weather by spending more time outdoors in nature and soaking up the glorious abundance of vitamin D. We need less and we feel lighter when the sun shines. And though it may be gone […]

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