Pilates

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What is Pilates?
A method of exercise and physical movement designed to improve flexibility, strengthen muscles and balance the mechanics of the body by working on posture, in particular, promoting a healthier back and stronger abdominal muscles. It is also used and recommended by physiotherapists.

Is Pilates another fad?
Not at all; Pilates is named after its inventor, Joseph Pilates, who reached the ripe old age of 86 teaching Pilates all through his years.

What Level?
We cater for levels from beginner to intermediate. Advanced Pilates exercisers are welcome and can take-up the sequences where safe and appropriate to do so.

Is Pilates Fun?
Our classes combine good fun, good music, coupled with sound excercises. By investing in an annual PPL Licence we are able to offer any type of music, even the latest chart sounds, where appropriate.

Principles
• Concentration – fully focus on each movement to get the most value from it.
• Breathing – correct breathing ensures a good flow of oxygen to the working muscles. Also aids smooth and fluid movement.
• Relaxation – as you relax you will think about how your body feels and by recognising any tension, you can work to release any stress.
• Quality – correct alignment of the body is important and mastering the correct techniques is the key to achieving results.
• Flow – all Pilates exercises should be performed in a slow, continuous flowing movement to achieve control and quality.
• Awareness – you will realise your body’s weaknesses and this will help you to work and improve on them. We are only as strong as our weakest link!

Benefits
• Increased strength – particularly back and abdominals
• Increased flexibility
• Improved posture
• Increased body tone & bone density
• Improved balance and control of body
• Improved ease, grace and co-ordination of movement
• Heightened sense of well being and body awareness

What Pilates Is Not
Pilates is not Aerobics (choreographed), although we do try to add slow, simple choreography where appropriate to add variety e.g. warm-up. Pilates is not Yoga or Body Building and is in no way associated with any of these 3 things. It is a complete and unique fitness element in its own right.

Do you get BORED DOING EXERCISES?
Would you like to get FIT or FITTER? Does the thought of the GYM TERRIFY YOU?
If your answer to any of these questions is YES, then we may have what you’re looking for!!!
If you are attending for the first time, my aim is to encourage you to feel welcome. You can bring a friend (and save money), or come and meet new ones. I want to help you to achieve Total Fitness in a fun, friendly and relaxed atmosphere where you'll be exercising in a safe & effective way! No need to join expensive clubs. Come and experience professional classes run by a fully trained instructor. I cater for intermediate and beginners, so don’t be shy; come and give Fitness Pilates a try!!! You don’t have to take exercise seriously, just regularly. With a little motivation, you can make it happen!!!