Jules Hardman

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Pilates is a great way too get in shape this September

Following months of lockdown face-to-face Pilates classes are resuming. It’s been a long wait and many are eager to get back to group classes to meet up with friends and get back to activities. Still a little uncertain about returning to face-to-face classes? Then why not try an online Pilates class. I really enjoy teaching […]

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Stay fit with Pilates anytime, anywhere!

Exercise is more than ever an important lifestyle factor to consider for supporting immune function and our emotional and mental health. Currently Pilates teachers in the UK are still facing lockdown restrictions for teaching group classes indoors due to social distancing measures. So rather than miss out why not join an online Pilates class? How […]

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Pilates anytime, anywhere!

The Pandemic has brought all manner of uncertainty and worry. Stay safe, stay at home campaigns has helped protect against infection, but the side effects are considerable. Isolation, lack of contact with the outside world, lack of exercise, and that all-important mental stimulation. This is why, now more than ever exercise is an important lifestyle factor […]

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Pilates for Horse Riders

To ride effortlessly requires strength, balance and control. To control your horses’ movement you need the ability to move your body correctly and effectively from your pelvis. You also need suppleness to move with your horses’ movement. So many riders spend countless hours schooling their horses and fixing their imbalances, but don’t look at themselves. […]

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Want to take your Pilates workout to the next level? Here’s an idea…

“What’s the difference between HIP Pilates and our usual Pilates classes?”- This is something I’ve been asked recently since adding this new session to my timetable.   HIP stands for High Intensity Power The aim of the class is to get off the mat and reintroduce ourselves to the ‘global’ muscles of the body. This […]

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Pilates is a great way to get in shape this year…

It’s that time of year again where everyone is determined to keep their New Year’s resolutions. Predictably, some of the most common New Year’s resolutions are health and fitness orientated. Jogging round the park is nice in the summer, but it’s a bit bleak in January. Likewise, the gym is great at first, but the […]

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Pilates is a great way to keep in shape this September…

When it comes to getting fit, there are always two peak periods of the year where people are looking to get in shape. The obvious one is January. New Year, new me, of course. However slightly unexpectedly, the other peak time is September, right before the start of the autumn. With the kids back in […]

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Beginners Pilates Classes at Alderley Edge Community Primary School

Beginners Pilates Classes at Alderley Edge Community Primary School, Church Lane Alderley Edge SK9 7UZ Starts Thursday 5th September 2019 Thursday 8.15pm – 9.15pm 6 week course costs £60 Beginners classes are for those who are new to Pilates or who want a gentle class focusing on the basic principles, improving posture, flexibility and strength around the joints. […]

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Beginners Pilates Classes at Lindow Tennis Club

Beginners Pilates Classes at Lindow Tennis Club, Cumber Lane, Wilmslow SK9 6EF  Starts Tuesday 3rd September 2019 Tuesday 12pm – 1pm 6 week course costs £60 Beginners classes are for those who are new to Pilates or who want a gentle class focusing on the basic principles, improving posture, flexibility and strength around the joints. You […]

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The Benefits of Pilates

Pilates is not only a form of exercise, it also offers a different way of understanding the body and how it moves. Pilates can really make a difference in your health and in your body. A refreshing mind-body workout… By emphasizing breathing, correct spinal and pelvic alignment, and concentration on smooth, flowing movement, you become […]

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