Jules Hardman

What is Pilates?

Everything you need to know

Pilates is a body conditioning method that works in a different way to any other fitness technique.

Developed by Joseph Pilates (1880-1967), it targets deep postural muscles, building strength from the inside out. By using a set of principles designed to improve the quality of movement, Pilates can help with prevention and recovery of a variety of sports injuries.

Pilates helps rectify muscle imbalance and flexibility. Pilates builds on the body's core stability and balance. The perfect balance between strength and flexibility.

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Who is it for?

Is pilates right for you?

Physiotherapists, osteopaths, chiropractors and doctors now recommend Pilates as one of the safest and most effective forms of exercise available.

The results you see from Pilates won’t just remain in the studio. You will learn to incorporate what you learn in your Pilates sessions into your daily lives – how you stand and walk, how you sit at the computer or drive a car, as well as more physical activities such as football, skiing, tennis, running, cycling, hiking, dancing or swimming. Pilates can work for everyone regardless of age or fitness level.

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    • New Beginners Pilates Classes

      Posted by Jules on January 2, 2025

      New for 2025 6-week Beginners Pilates Course. Alderely Edge Community Primary School Tuesday 8.15pm -9.15pm Beginners classes are suitable for you if you haven’t attended a Pilates class before or if you have little knowledge of what Pilates involves. You will develop an understanding of the basic Pilates exercises, including posture, alignment, breathing, and how to […]

    • PILATES CAN HELP YOU KEEP YOUR NEW YEAR’S RESOLUTIONS

      Posted by Jules on January 1, 2025

      As the calendar ticks over for another year, you may have recently set resolutions to guide your new year with purpose. While enthusiasm is high, making resolutions that last beyond that initial spark of motivation can be challenging. If you’re tired of the cycle of cheerfully setting and quickly abandoning your resolutions, what you need […]

    • Physical Benefits of Pilates for Longevity

      Posted by Jules on October 20, 2024

      The definition of longevity is living a long and healthier life.  Longevity may seem beyond our control, but adopting some healthy habits may lead us to a ripe, old age. Whilst there are no quick fixes or short cuts to living longer and healthier lives, the science is clear on the key principles of eating […]