explanation of classes

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Whether you've never tried Pilates before, or if you're looking for an advanced programme using gym balls, Theraband and other equipment, we probably have a daytime or evening class that's right for you!

• Introductory  – a low level programme for beginners to learn the basics. This is also suitable for pregnant women. Close supervision is provided.
• Low level - these classes are low level and suitable for those fairly new to Pilates or those who like to keep things simple and concentrate on low level stability
• Mixed - these classes will have a mix of levels. It may be that the time suits you best. Most exercises will be able to be performed at a lower or higher level so the class will be suitable for a wide range of people.
• Intermediate/advanced - these classes are aimed at those looking to progress or maintain a higher level of core stability. Any injuries will have largely subsided or be controllable. Although alternatives may be given, exercises will be more challenging and maybe at a faster pace or higher endurance.
• Ante natal Pilates  is a gentle form of exercise to keep your body mobile and strong throughout pregnancy. It focuses on mobility of joints without over stretching & targets stability muscles to provide support around your core, hips and lower back. Both classes offer the benefit of being able to ask a qualified physiotherapist any questions that you may have regarding exercising and your body during Pregnancy, labour and recovery after birth. 
• Post natal pilates is a gentle form of exercise to keep your body mobile and can help aid recovery after birth. It focuses on mobility of joints without over stretching & targets stability muscles to provide support around your core, hips and lower back. The class is designed for those who have recently given birth with the added bonus that you can bring your baby with you. We recommend you wait until you’ve had your 6 week check before joining. Lucy can help advise regarding paced progression back to normal activity focusing on the current exercises for both your stomach muscles and your pelvic floor. After these sessions you will feel confident to return to exercise in the knowledge that you have been advised correctly.
• Seated - for those who struggle to get on and off the floor
• The Well Centre workout
  The Well Centre workout combines short periods of high intensity workout followed by recovery periods of Pilates exercises. 
  Benefits of this type of regimen are well documented. They include gains in cardiovascular fitness and increased fat burning leading to improved weight loss.
  The original idea of high intensity classes was to do sets of high intensity cardiovascular work interspersed with low level recovery exercises.
  We want to adapt this idea to mean high intensity for you. So while some people may be running very fast on the spot, walking on the spot may be your equivalent. Some may jump out into star position but to keep the impact down, you might step out into the same position. Some may be doing a full squat followed by a jump, you might adapt this into a knee bend and reach up.