Thursday Intro to Pilates 12.45-1.45

Service Description

This is a one off course designed for the complete beginner as it will teach you the basics of pilates - the foundations. It can also be a useful refresher for anyone returning to Pilates after a break or for new mums. Whether you enjoy an active life (sport, dance, hiking), a sedentary one (desk-based, driver) or have been referred by your health professional, this is for you. It is based on the APPI (Australian Pilates & Physiotherapy Institute) exercises designed to be accessible for all, providing good, functional movement. The course will start with the basics: the APPI 5 key elements including correct alignment in all exercise positions, better breathing techniques and deep core engagement. Weekly progressions will cover whole body strength: stronger abdominals, pelvic control, spinal mobility, lower and upper body strength. You'll leave the course with greater body awareness, and know how to practice pilates exercises with more precision and control which will help to address back and postural issues. It is a slow-paced course, easy to follow that will leave you feeling recharged and stronger. There will be hands-on correction so you feel you're doing the exercises correctly and safely. Please ensure you have been signed off by a physiotherapist if you have had an injury recently.