What to expect during a pilates session

If you are new to pilates, then you must start with the basics, regardless of your fitness level.

During a pilates session, you will be taught an ordered series of exercises either on the Mat or using specially designed equipment such as the Reformer, Cadillac, Barrels and Chairs.

Depending on your needs, a session may be gentle or highly challenging but with no impact on the joints. Modifications to the exercises are possible to suit each individual. These exercises will be taught with limited repetitions with an aim towards perfecting every detail.

Your first few sessions will be focused on posture corrections and establishing proper forms. At this stage, you are unlikely to perspire as if you have done a gym workout. Be patient - the benefits of pilates will stay with you for a lifetime, so it's important to instill good habits. After a few sessions, you can expect to stand straighter, feel more energized and be stronger and more flexible.

Once you understand the philosophy of pilates, it can be translated into any format to enhance other sports activities or simply the way you perform every day tasks.

Getting started with pilates

If you have never done pilates in the form of matwork or on equipment before, why not come along to the studio for a free introductory demonstration? Please contact us for further details.

Alternatively, if you have had a previous pilates experience, you should schedule an initial one-to-one session. During this session, the instructor will assess your posture, movement patterns and work with you to build a tailor made programme specific to your needs. If you have some physical limitations, your instructor can give you an estimation of how pilates can benefit you. We will discuss our various packages we have to offer and how you can best structure a plan to reach your goals.

Ideally, pilates should be practiced 2-3 times per week in approximately 1-hour long sessions. Pilates may be practiced on the mat or equipment in a group, duet, or private setting.