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Group Pilates
Vanessa is an instructor in clinical based pilates, so all classes in person are suitable for a range of conditions and injuries.
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All classes are based on the mat and follow a series of APPI (Australian Physiotherapy and Pilates Institute) pilates method exercises which are suitable for all levels. This is a form or rehabilitation to improve spinal mobility, posture, body awareness, bone health, balance and to strengthen, tone and increase flexibility of all parts of the body. It will help to future proof your fitness and help prevent injury long-term.
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A free 1:1 assessment must be completed before starting a course
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You are welcome to try a taster class if space
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Classes are taught in six-eight week courses
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Access to the online video library during your course
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Classes are 30-60 minutes
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WORKSHOPS
What level are you?
beginner
The best way to learn the basics: alignment, breath, centering. Ideal if new to pilates or injured.
improver
For experienced
beginners who are not
ready to progress to the
intermediate level.
intermediate
A class for those without
injuries which requires a
good level of experience
and fitness.
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Back to Basics
This 4 week workshop goes back to the very basics of pilates (alignment, breath work, centring) in a creative, fun and enlightening way. Learning outcomes: your own tool kit for a better posture to help alleviate back pain, and joint issues, ways to address excessive muscle tension to re-align your body, better breathing technique and confidence to engage your core correctly to protect your spine. Suitable for beginners to advanced students. Handbook and set of miracle balls included.
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Reviews
"The class was small so we received individual support. I enjoyed the combination of physical exercise and theory and the opportunity for discussion. The surroundings were beautiful, and the environment relaxed. Excellent instructor. We could go at our own pace and the techniques were easy to understand." Pilates novice KS
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"Excellent balance of theory and practical." Pilates novice DB
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"I enjoyed the deep knowledge of how the body works, what part is meant to engage and why, the atmosphere, pace and focus on posture." Pilates student for 2 years AB
Specialist Courses
Over 6 weeks you will progressively strengthen your whole body using modified exercises to address core stability, balance, bone health, flexibility, endurance, postural and body awareness and muscle imbalances. Please fill the contact form to show your interest, for course dates and cost.
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Osteoporosis
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Menopause
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Complete Beginner
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Shoulder Rehab
Step 1
Book a space via the contact form.
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Step 2
You will receive a health questionnaire via email to return, course dates and cost.
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Step 3 - everyone
Book your free 1:1 assessment at our Goring-on-Thames studio.
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Step 4
Join a course by paying via bank transfer in advance. Courses of 6 weeks available for new students. Missed classes cannot be refunded but you can catch up with an online 30min class with prior notice.
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Pre-Class Assessment
Everyone needs a pre-class assessment. The short free assessment covers two key fundamentals - breath work and how to engage your core correctly.
The longer assessment (45mins / £45) will enable you to have a good posture in all positions for better movement patterns. This assessment option is recommended if you have a special condition (osteoporosis, hyper flexibility, low back pain, hip bursitis, joint replacements, scoliosis) or are post injury. By understanding the five key fundamentals better - breath work, centering (core and pelvic floor engagement and neutral pelvis), head and neck position, ribcage placement, and shoulder setting, you will have the foundations for strengthening your body safely and effectively.
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Please wear a fitted t-shirt and either exercise leggings or shorts to your assessment, a different colour top to bottoms. Hair ideally off your face and neck.
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Please bring a towel or mat to your assessment at Goring-on-Thames.
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“A man is as young as his spinal column.” Joseph Pilates
