Mat Pilates & Reformer Class Types

Pilates

A range of mainly mat & reformer based exercises based on the work of Joseph Pilates. Predominantly working on the core stabilising muscles of the trunk, it incorporates smooth, controlled floor exercises. Our exercises combined with our breathing method ensures you are working at submaximal loading and maintaining control so that you are protecting and supporting the pelvic floor and other potential herniations. A stronger deep abdominal core means that you will have better muscle efficiencies and movements.

Pilates is ideal for improving overall well-being, injury rehabilitation and prevention, and is suited to augment gym or sports fitness programmes, it takes time and commitment. It would be classed as a resistance training rather than cardiovascular training

Introduction to Reformer 

Reformer. This is an essential and compulsory first class for all those wanting to join our reformer classes. The aim is for you to get an understanding of how the reformer works, know the springs/resistance, and understand the health & safety requirements of using our machines. This class is 30mins & you will also do some of the basic Pilates Reformer exercises.

Workx

Reformer & Mat. This low impact class will be working toward regaining flexibility and improving balance along with your core. It is a good workout and will leave you feeling better about your day.

Open

Reformer & Mat. This class with strengthen, tone and tighten the body one class at a time, focusing on deep muscle activation and control using resistance and body weight exercises for all levels.

H.I.P (aka High Intensity Pilates)

Mat. This high energy, high intensity, low impact class uses a strategic combination of exercises to take the heart rate up and down (cardio) throughout the class as we strengthen the entire body. This is an intermediate to advanced class, not for the faint hearted.

stePilates

Mat. This class has emerged from us doing the Pinc NEXT STEPS programme. The class combines the best pilates, yoga and cardiovascular exercises for a workout that is specifically designed to help with strength, flexibility and stamina.

stePilates is ideal for improving strength and mobility, increasing energy levels, strengthening core muscles and improving posture, improving fitness, improving breathing and reducing stress. It ticks the box for cardiovascular, resistance and relaxation training.

Pilates Plus 

Mat. Get the best of 3 practices with the complete mind and body benefits of Pilates, stretching and yoga in one class. This class will be a mix between pilates mat exercises, stretching and some yoga poses and will finish with a relaxation.

Pilates Plus is ideal for increasing strength and flexibility, toning core muscles and developing lean muscle mass and rejuvenating the body and mind. It ticks the box for cardiovascular, resistance and relaxation training.