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Classes
Mat Pilates
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, sometimes utilising small equipment.
Pilates is effective as it addresses underlying structural imbalances in the body which can create on-going pain and difficulty with movement. The whole body is considered. Lengthened and strengthened muscles improve posture and overall fitness and 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!
"The Pilates Method of Body Conditioning develops the body uniformly, corrects posture, restores vitality, invigorates the mind and elevates the spirit." - Joseph Pilates
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.
Yoga
What is Yoga?
The literal translation of the word “yoga,” which is from Sanskrit (recognized as the original language of yoga) is “union,”.
That’s an apt way to describe yoga as we know it today. We define it as bringing together the mind and the body by use of the breath.
Many people have come to know the physical benefits of yoga and think of it as a type of workout, but yoga is way more than that. It’s really an entire lifestyle; the postures are only one piece of it.
Yoga began in India and has been around for about 5,000 years. Originally it was taught one-on-one and only to men.
Traditionally, yoga is a system to foster well-being on the physical, mental, emotional, and spiritual levels.
Reformer
Reformer Pilates is not a new concept, it is about 100 years old... But recently it has taken the world by storm and this could be because people want more for themselves, mentally, physically and emotionally…
When you incorporate activities that you genuinely look forward to, like Pilates, you’re not just exercising your body; you’re nurturing your mind and spirit.
Above all else, a beautiful routine fosters a sense of community. While anyone can work out at home, stepping out of the house to smile, laugh, and connect with like-minded individuals is truly special. It’s about challenging your body together while nurturing your minds in a supportive environment.
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The Tower
The Pilates tower is also known as the half trapeze. The trapeze tower was a direct adaptation by Joseph Pilates of a bed with a frame with springs attached to support or challenge traditional Pilates mat work. The tower (or half trapeze) is an adaptation that can be used in group classes and almost all the trapeze repertoire can be performed using the half trapeze.
Tower classes allow your body to move in a completely different way – and they feel very different. As the angle of pull on the springs is quite different to the reformer the same exercises – i.e. feet in straps can feel very different and emphasise different muscles. The tower is great for getting an amazing stretch and certainly the feedback from our classes is that the stretch you get in tower classes is amazing (don’t worry – you’re still working hard with that resistance!). The tower also lends itself well to working on spinal mobility and can assist mastering moves like the roll-up and teaser by assisting you through the movement.
A Pilates tower class will work all the major muscles groups, muscular endurance, spinal mobility and flexibility. As we said the tower also provides an amazing stretch and also provides great opportunities to challenge your balance. Many of the exercises we do in Pilates reformer classes can also be done in Pilates tower classes – exercises like short spine, bridging, feet in straps, swam, teaser…… but they will feel different on each piece of equipment.
Group PT
Group Personal Training (Group PT) is one of the most popular ways to work out right now. It bridges the gap between traditional, solo gym sessions and highly expensive 1-on-1 personal training.
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Sessions involve small groups of up to 6 people.
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Tailored Workouts: Unlike a generic aerobics class, a Group PT session is overseen by a coach who adjusts the exercises, weights, and pacing to fit your specific goals and fitness level.
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Progressive Tracking: You still get a bespoke plan, just in a shared space.
Barre
Barre is a low-impact, ballet-inspired fitness class that targets small, isolated muscle groups using high-rep, micro-movements. It incorporates elements of Pilates, yoga, and dance with the support of a ballet barre, light hand weights, and resistance bands to tone the whole body
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Toned Muscles: Focuses on elongating and sculpting muscles.
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Joint-Friendly: The low-impact nature is gentle on knees, hips, and joints.
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Better Posture: Heavy core engagement and alignment awareness lead to improved posture.
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Community Accountability: Group settings reduce stress and offer a fun, social environment
