PILATES

Pilates

Do you want to move better, feel better and look better?

I personally turned to Pilates after a shoulder injury made it difficult for me to do other forms of exercise, and whilst I’m by no means where I want to be, Pilates has without a doubt helped me to move in the right direction in regaining my strength and movement.

I am a Level 3 Mat Pilates Instructor. Whilst I trained in Classical Mat Pilates (the original 34 exercises) designed by Joseph Pilates, the classes I teach are a more contemporary or modern style of Pilates. This is because our bodies have changed significantly in the last century due to our lifestyles, and modern movement science has vastly increased since. I use modern small equipment such as a Pilates balls, resistance bands etc. These are amazing at providing some support when we need it to make an exercise easier, or to make the muscles have to work harder. The small equipment is always popular in classes as it makes things a bit more interesting!

DARLEY ABBEY, Derby

I have a few spaces in my existing groups on Tuesday’s and Thursday’s 6:15 - 7:15pm at Saint Benedict School that you are welcome to join.

The way I operate my Pilates classes in “terms” or blocks of sessions usually of around 10 weeks. This works well for everyone - it works well for you as it motivates you to keep up with your practice, and it works for me as it involves less admin. Blocks of classes are paid for upfront (and cost £10 per class - so 10 weeks would be £100), and this secures your space in the class for that 10 week time period. If it is your first class with me, you can just pay for the first class (£10), before deciding whether to commit to the rest of the block.

If you are unable to make it one week, you can swap to one of my other in person classes, and I also record the class so that you can catch up from home (or repeat the session) using the video.

How does the block system work?

BENEFITS OF PILATES

Increases core strength

Improves posture

Decreases back pain

Prevents injuries

Enhances body awareness

Increases energy

Decreases stress

Improves flexibility and mobility

Improves balance

Boosts immunity

Strengthens bones

Boosts mood

Improves sleep

Improves your other exercise