Pilates is a full body system of exercises designed to address and correct physical imbalances in the body.  The repertoire is true to the original exercises designed by Joseph Pilates in his New York studio in the 1920’s and is founded on six key principles which continue to influence the way the exercises are taught.

Concentration

is vital to ensure correct movement. In time, conscious concentration becomes subconscious and when this happens, movements become more fluid and you will notice positive changes in your posture and strength.

Flow

happens when the body parts are moving evenly and smoothly.

Breathing

is indisputably the key to life. In Pilates correct breathing will improve the way an exercise is performed.

Control

is the concept that your mind is controlling the muscular movements of the body.

Precision

is the conscious awareness of being precise in each movement.

Centering

means drawing on your own physical and mental focus to connect to the ‘core’ or ‘powerhouse’ during exercise.

Apparatus

  • The Tower

    A metal frame attached to the wall, with a selection of spring attachments and settings to help you find strength and flexibility in your body. Also expect to use magic circles, barrels, weighted bars and hand weights in my Tower classes. And as there are a maximum of four people in a class, everyone will get lots of hands on attention.

  • The Reformer

    A moving bed with wheels and springs and pulley straps. What is not to love! The reformer is perhaps the best know piece of pilates equipment and there is an extensive repertoire of exercises taking clients from beginner, through intermediate, to challenging advanced exercises which will give the mind and body a thorough work out.

  • The Wunda Chair

    It may be small but the Wunda Chair packs a punch. Its small frame means it provides less stability and therefore more of a balance challenge to clients who are keen to get stronger in their practise.