What is Pilates?
The Principles of Pilates are Breath, Concentration, Control, Precision, Centre, and Flow. Developed in the early 20th century by Joseph Pilates, it is a safe, low-impact exercise method emphasising postural alignment, core strength, and muscle balance.
Pilates works on all movement planes lengthening and stretching muscles to improve abdominal endurance, flexibility, and balance. The exercises involve slow, precise movements using breath control to maximise the benefits. Participants develop their physical confidence by learning to trust their body's abilities.
Originally made popular by New York ballet dancers, Pilates exercises are now used to provide a challenging but safe exercise programme for improved general fitness, injury rehabilitation, elite performance, and managing medical conditions. Pilates is suitable for nearly everyone.
Joseph Pilates developed several large pieces of equipment, including the Reformer, which uses springs and pulleys for resistance to provide a challenging workout. However, his original mat sequence and its modifications remain the most accessible form of the method. It is a testament to its effectiveness, that Pilates continues to grow in popularity after well over 100 years.
Due to the emphasis on precision, and correct muscle recruitment, Pilates is best taught in small groups, or 1:1. This is especially important for anyone rehabilitation an injury or living with a medical condition.
Pilates works on all movement planes lengthening and stretching muscles to improve abdominal endurance, flexibility, and balance. The exercises involve slow, precise movements using breath control to maximise the benefits. Participants develop their physical confidence by learning to trust their body's abilities.
Originally made popular by New York ballet dancers, Pilates exercises are now used to provide a challenging but safe exercise programme for improved general fitness, injury rehabilitation, elite performance, and managing medical conditions. Pilates is suitable for nearly everyone.
Joseph Pilates developed several large pieces of equipment, including the Reformer, which uses springs and pulleys for resistance to provide a challenging workout. However, his original mat sequence and its modifications remain the most accessible form of the method. It is a testament to its effectiveness, that Pilates continues to grow in popularity after well over 100 years.
Due to the emphasis on precision, and correct muscle recruitment, Pilates is best taught in small groups, or 1:1. This is especially important for anyone rehabilitation an injury or living with a medical condition.
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