What is Pilates?

The first Pilates studio was set up in New York in the mid 1920`s by the late Joseph Pilates, his work is a legacy and continues on into the Twenty-first Century.

Pilates is a unique technique which conditions the Mind and Body. This movement-based programme is designed to strengthen the body and keep your joints mobile, thus allowing you to have freedom of movement and to be pain-free for years to come. When practiced on a regular basis you will feel energised and stress free!

Pilates has many benefits. It is proven to give amazing results and is suitable for everyone from the moderate exerciser to the elite athlete.

“In 10 sessions you will feel the difference, In 20 you will see the difference and in 30 you will have a new body!"
Joseph Pilates

The key to positive effects of Pilates lies within its eight Principles:

Become aware	Concentrate deeply
Breathe correctly	Achieve balance
Centre yourself	Gain control
Be efficient	Create flow
Be precise	Seek harmony
The Benefits of Pilates Here are some of the benefits when practicing Pilates on a regular basis: • Flatter stomach and a trimmer waist • Toned thighs and buttocks • Better posture • Improves respiratory system • Relieves back pain and stiffness • Greater strength and increase muscle tone • Gain confidence • Sense of well-being • Improves flexibility • Lowered stress levels • Improves joint mobility • Injury prevention and re-habilitation