 Frequently asked questions
There are many ways you can get started. You can either join a class in your
local area, book private lessons, or you may
purchase our video to practice Pilates in the privacy of your own home.
Please visit our join a class page to view
locations and timetables. Remember you can always book a private lesson or
organise a group of friends to join you in private sessions.
The Pilates method of exercise offers a non-stress approach to better posture
and stronger, leaner muscles. It compliments aerobic exercises and can be used
to help you recover after injury or simply to maintain good health and fitness.
The low-impact technique is designed to improve posture and strengthen and
lengthen muscles without adding bulk. The emphasis on breathing leaves clients
feeling revitalized, rather than exhausted.
For optimal effectiveness, it is recommended to train two to three times per
week depending on your goals and level of fitness, especially if not
participating in any other forms of exercise.
Comfortable close-fitting clothes are best, because your instructor will want
to make sure your body is moving with precision. No footwear is required. We
recommend that you bring your own towel and exercise mat, as well as a bottle of
water.
Absolutely! Pilates is ideal for cross-training purposes, as it will help
create a better understanding of posture and how this relates to all forms of
exercise. In addition, it will help to correct postural faults that can develop
through repetitive forms of exercise.
It is suggested that prospective clients undertake nutritional advice from a
qualified practitioner prior to commencing Pilates. At its advanced level,
Pilates does provide an aerobic/cardiovascular workout to help lose weight.
Yes, because when Pilates is practiced on a regular basis, it encompasses all
aspects of fitness, such as strength, flexibility, coordination, cardiovascular,
motor skills and relaxation.
It is recommended that you consult your doctor before embarking on any
exercise program. Prospective clients should seek a Pilates instructor with ante
natal /post natal qualifications. Open communication and feedback is extremely
important between every pregnant client and her instructor.
Definitely! Designed to work the body as a whole you will not only see
benefits in the hips and thighs but also in the rest of the body.
Absolutely not! Pilates caters for everyone from beginners to advanced and is
suitable for all age groups. As with any exercise program, start on the beginner
level, progressing slowly to more advanced levels. Listen to your body. It won't
happen overnight, but results will happen.
Although similar to Yoga exercise, Pilates requires you to set a posture and
then challenge the torso by moving the limbs, whereas yoga will move from one
static posture to another with no repetitions.
All Pilates exercises are taught with a breath sequence, but it isn't the
main emphasis of the technique.
Yes! Pilates will strengthen and stretch your body at the same time, slowly
building-up a range of movement as you become more advanced.
Pre-requisites for Mat Level 1 certification are a current first aid
certificate, anatomy background through either college or university or Fitness
Leader and it is highly recommended that you have a minimum of 20 hours of
personal participation in Pilates prior to course commencement date to assist
you in passing the practical assessment. Please visit our
Instructor Courses
page for more information on the courses available.
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