Pilates

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Pilates is a holistic exercise system designed to elongate, strengthen and restore the body to balance; so much more than just building a 'strong core' or 'perfect posture'.

Exercises involve the whole body and are performed on a mat, or chair sometimes utilising small equipment. Pilates is effective as it addresses underlying structural imbalances in the body which can create ongoing pain and difficulty with movement. The whole body is considered. Lengthened and strengthened muscles, improved posture and overall fitness, Pilates will retrain dysfunctional movement patterns, restoring optimum physical function.

Regardless of age, ability or fitness level,  Pilates is beneficial for everyone.

Regular practitioners of Pilates feel a heightened sense of awareness and ease in their bodies, experiencing less pain and increased mobility. This freedom ultimately leads to increased satisfaction in life.

It is this holistic approach that sets Pilates apart from many other forms of exercise.

Osteopaths, Physiotherapists and General Practitioners recommend Pilates as one of the most effective forms of exercise today.

Class Timetable:

I run a private zoom class on a Friday morning for 1 hour 8.30 to 9.30am, recordings are available if you can't make the live class. This is a mat Pilates class with an option of using equipment, Pilates ball,  resistance bands and small hand weights. Open to all abilities - Small class

Must have equipment: Pilates Mat, Pilates Block or Cushion for head 

Optional equipment: Pilates ball, Resistant band, Small hand weights

Cost: 

Pay as you Go - £10 per class

Consecutive block of 5 weeks - £42.50  recording available if you can't make the live class

Please contact me directly if you would like to join class.

Other classes I teach or regularly cover are below:

Chair/Rehabilitation Pilates - 45 minute class every Wednesday at 10.45am suitable for the older person with limited mobility or returning to exercise after a hip or knee  operation.

Cost £5 per class (bring cash on day - open to all just turn up) 

Location: Open Doors Cafe - Berkhamsted

The Fitness Society - Berkhamsted - Membership Required

8.30am 1 hour class every Wednesday

12 noon 45 minute  class every Thursday

Membership of the Fitness Society is required to attend class

Everyone Active - Hemel Hempstead Sports Center - Membership Required

10am 45 minute class every Saturday

Membership of Everyone Active is required to attend class