Pilates is an exercise that focuses on strengthening the core muscles, including the abdomen, back, and hips. It also helps improve flexibility, posture, and overall strength.
Pilates exercises often involve controlled movements and breathing techniques to help you become more aware of your body and how it moves. It can be done on a mat or using special equipment, like our reformers.
Pilates can benefit people of all fitness levels because it can be modified to suit individual needs and abilities. It’s a great way to improve your physical health and feel more balanced and aligned in your body.
Our services are led by APPI-trained physiotherapist Freya Lightfoot and specialist Pilates instructors. At Back to Fitness Physio, we have lots of Pilates options to choose from…
Matwork Pilates
Matwork Pilates is a form of Pilates exercise performed on a mat without using large, specialised equipment like the reformer. Through a series of controlled movements and postures, it focuses on improving core strength, flexibility, balance, and overall body awareness.
Benefits:
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Enhanced Core Strength and Stability
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Improved Flexibility and Muscle Tone
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Improved balance
- Reduced pain
1:1 sessions are with our APPI-trained Pilates specialist physio, Freya Lightfoot. They are ideal for anyone with health conditions, aches and pains, or just wanting a bit more individual attention.
If you prefer a class, we keep our class sizes small to ensure we can monitor everyone. You can choose between a beginner or intermediate-level class.
Reformer Pilates - Starting in October
Reformer Pilates uses a specialised machine called a ‘reformer’, consisting of a sliding carriage, adjustable springs for resistance, a footbar, and straps. It provides a dynamic and versatile workout that targets the entire body, enhancing strength, flexibility, balance, and coordination.
Benefits:
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Enhanced Strength and Muscle Tone
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Improved Flexibility and Posture
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Low-impact, Joint-Friendly Exercise
1:1 sessions are with our APPI-trained Pilates specialist physio, Freya Lightfoot. They are ideal for anyone with health conditions, aches and pains, or just wanting a bit more individual attention. To ensure the safe use of the reformer equipment, everyone must have a 1:1 session with Freya prior to starting a class. Your first class is then free.
Our classes are limited to 6 people to ensure we can monitor everyone properly. Classes are taught by Freya or by a highly trained, reformer Pilates instructor.
Online Pilates - Coming soon
Online Pilates classes are virtual sessions that allow participants to practice Pilates from the comfort of their own homes. These classes are led by APPI-qualified physios and can be accessed via live streaming or pre-recorded videos. The classes cover a range of exercises designed to improve core strength, flexibility, balance, and overall fitness, using minimal equipment such as a mat and sometimes small props like resistance bands or Pilates rings.
Benefits:
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Convenience and Flexibility
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Variety and Customisation
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Cost-Effective
You can drop in for classes when you like or buy online classes in packs of 5 or 10.
