…and breathe

The whole Christmas and New Year period can feel overwhelming so this is a little reminder to us all just to stop and enjoy the moment…and breathe. Pilates has so many additional benefits than just fitness, improving your breathing techniques can help manage stress and improve overall lung function.Deep breathing, concentrating on your breath increases oxygen flow to your mind and muscles, will calm the body down and we do this in class to improve Read more

Reformer Classes

I know reformer classes are so popular at the moment, so if you’re new to the reformer or thinking about trying Pilates for the first time, let me share with you that Reformer Pilates is hard! I can absolutely get you on the Reformer and we can see assess your control and strength, developing the moves depending on your body. Reformer Pilates is a specialised type of Pilates workout that uses a machine called a Read more

Teaching and Pilates

Teaching Is My Passion, But Pilates Is My Life I am so appreciative that my career combines my personal passions of Pilates and teaching. These two aspects of my life journey intertwine, shaping who I am and how I engage with the world around me. Pilates is more than just a form of exercise; it’s a holistic approach to wellness that emphasises the connection between body and mind, allowing me to embrace each day with Read more

Try and be patient with Pilates!

Try and be patient with Pilates. The real Joseph Pilates Method takes time to make lasting changes which means more than one lesson. It doesn’t matter if you are already strong and fit in other things you still need to master the basics in Pilates before doing the advanced moves. When starting with injury or imbalances you need to understand the basics in order to make changes in your body. Every movement matters. Your alignment, Read more

Private vs Mat

Privates are worth it even if you only have one before joining a class. This includes Mat classes. You learn how to move safely and effectively. This is also referencing authentic pilates not fitness pilates or gym on a spring. The real Joseph Pilates Method. There is a big difference in how it feels in your body and how it is taught. .

Pilates Afternoon

Cathy Strack will be joining us to talk about her book or answer any questions. She has a couple of books out if you want to order any you can go straight to her website. She has done some great research and found many things others had not. Things are always being found about Joe, his life and his method so we don’t always know everything. It’s great to continually learn things. Please let me Read more

An afternoon of Pilates

Cathy Strack will be joining us to talk about her book or answer any questions. She has a couple of books out if you want to order any you can go straight to her website. She has done some great research and found many things others had not. Things are always being found about Joe, his life and his method so we don’t always know everything. It’s great to continually learn things. Please let me Read more