The Pilates Method
The Pilates method is a unique system of resistance training, designed to strengthen,elongate and align the body. Pilates emphasises focus, control and co-ordination. It is a challenging, energising and rewarding alternative to conventional fitness regimes.
The focus of the work is on developing what Joseph Pilates called the "powerhouse" - the abdomen, buttocks, lower back and thighs - as the body's centre of strength and control. The is why it has become increasingly recommended by health professionals as a treatment for lower back pain.
Joseph Pilates developed his unique exercise system in the 1920's. Born in Germany, Pilates began experimenting with resistance exercise using bed springs while interned in a British prisoner-of-war camp in World War I. He later moved to New York, setup a studio and spent decades designing the equipment and exercises used today.
Types of Classes
Private
Small groups
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