Clinical Pilates

STUDIO PILATES CLASSES

SMALL GROUP CLASS TIMES:

MON 9.30 AM

10.45 AM

6.00 PM

TUESDAY 6.20 AM

10.30 AM

11.45 AM

WEDNESDAY 1.45 PM

6.00 PM

THURSDAY 9.15 AM

10.30 AM

FRIDAY 9.15 AM

10.30 AM

OTHER TIMES AVAILABLE UPON REQUEST

LARGE GROUP CLASSES:

available upon request

"In 10 sessions you'll feel the difference

In 20 sessions you'll see the difference

In 30 sessions you'll have a whole new body"

Joseph Pilates

What is Pilates

The Pilates method is a low impact exercise program consisting of muscular strength and endurance movements; it improves flexibility, balance, coordination and breathing techniques. The Pilates exercise program promotes long lean muscles and encourages correct postural alignment, core strength and muscle balance.

Benefits of Clinical Pilates:

Improves posture

Increases flexibility & mobility

Improves breathing technique

Reduces pain (where it is muscle related).

Increases strength & endurance

Improves balance

Improves sporting performance

Increases relaxation

"The Pilates Method teaches you to be in control of its body and not at its mercy"

Joseph Pilates

History of Pilates:

German born Joseph Pilates developed the Pilates method which he named Contology. He suffered from rickets, rheumatic fever and asthma as a child. He then went onto study boxing, gymnastics, meditation, yoga, self defense and skiing in later years. At the start of first World War he spent a year in a prison camp in Lancster where he developed a series of mat exercises to build up strength and flexibility. Joseph moved to the Isle of Man where he rehabilitated soldiers injured at war. Moving back to Germany briefly he worked with the Hamburg police. In 1923 Joseph Pilates immigrated to New York where he then continued his program developing equipment and exercises. His ability to return dancers back to the stage after back and leg injuries gained him an excellent reputation in the dance world. Contology was then renamed Pilates after its creator.

CLINICAL PILATES -

Initial Consultation:

This is when we discuss your personal goals and address any previous / current injuries or conditions. After assessing your posture and movement you will be taken through the pre-pilates exercises and beyond depending on your physical capabilities. 1 hour- $100

Once the initial assessment has been completed and the framework to your program has been written you can then participate in the small group sessions or continue with private session if you wish.

Studio Pilates Classes (maximum 3 - 4 participants)

Individually tailored exercise programs. Classes are suitable for all levels encouraging the individual to work within their own physical capabilities. Exercises are also modified depending on ability or injury. Small equipment is often used such as: fit balls, foam rollers, magic circles, stretch band, hand weights and spiky balls. Other studio equipment include:

Reformer

Reformer with Tower

Cadillac

Wunda Chair

Spine Corrector

These pieces of equipment allow the participant to be challenged or supported using a spring system.

Class sizes are limited so that personal attention can be given to the individual

10x1 hour sessions $400

Private Classes:

A one on one session with your Pilates instructor, guiding you through a series of exercises selected to meet your unique needs. Private sessions are particularly valuable when you are just beginning your Pilates journey. 1 hour- $100

Testimonial:

I can't thank Melanie enough for the improvement in my back. My frustration at the lack of improvement in the pain from a bulging disk, despite anti inflammatories and painkillers, led to a suggestion from the doctor to go see Mel. At my weekly Pilates class Mel personalises the exercises for each us - maximum of 3 in the class.

Then there's the massages. Bliss. Mel has magic hands. I arrive stiff and sore and leave with so much more flexibility and movement.

No more painkillers.

I'd recommend her to anyone.

Helen Kent