Two weeks into the New Year, and we’ve already had snow and ice trying to disrupt our good intentions! If you are feeling like you want a change, or try something new, I would absolutely recommend trying the apparatus in the new studio. Whether you’re at the start of your pilates journey or a more experienced practitioner, there are exercises I can show you using Pilates equipment that can challenge and benefit you personally and Read more
The new studio is coming together with the bench mats moved over and some of the decor done. Exciting times!
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
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 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
My passion is pilates and although it may hurt I promise I’m correcting you for the right reasons!
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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
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. .