Class descriptions:

Unless otherwise stated, all classes will have a maximum of 12 participants (venue size permitting)

Beginners:

Run as a 6-week course, providing an all-round introduction to Pilates matwork, focusing on the core concepts of alignment, breathing and centring and introducing participants to a range of basic exercises.

Suitable for those with no or very little previous experience of Pilates, who are looking to improve their core stability and functional movement (strength, stamina, flexibility, balance).

Maximum of 6 participants, to ensure lots of individual attention!

Fundamentals:

Progression class for clients who have completed a 6-week beginner course, or who have some limited experience of Pilates and feel they would benefit from going ‘back to basics’ for a few weeks, before joining an improver class.

Improvers:

A mixed ability class aimed at those with previous Pilates experience, who are looking to improve their technique / develop their abilities.

Intermediates:

A more challenging class, for those who are physically fit, injury-free and have previous Pilates experience and a reasonable level of core strength.

Strength-focused Pilates:

With a focus on improving muscle strength and maintaining bone density, this class aims to build strength, stamina and endurance using a range of Pilates-based exercises, typically with increased repetitions, or additional resistance using bands, toning circles or weights, to increase the level of challenge. Suitable for those working at Improver level and above who have a good grasp of basic exercises and alignment, and a reasonable level of general fitness.

Please note - to take part in classes:

• Any injuries need to be ‘old and cold’

• I am unable to teach pre- and post-natal women, or anyone with acute lower back pain, or children (under 18 years of age), as these populations require additional specialist qualifications