Pilates Body Control "I've found Bridgette to be an exceedingly good teacher. She gives a very clear explanation of what to do - and why - and which muscles are involved." Ann Maskrey 21/03/07
Courses
and individual tuition for all levels. Our tutors are Bridgette Lee and Silvia
Laurenti, both highly respected and experienced - and
well known for their classes in Lewes.
What is Pilates?
Pilates is far more than just a muscle toning, stretching and relaxation programme. By developing core abdominal strength, Pilates ensures that whatever activity you undertake your spine is supported and protected. For this reason Pilates is recommended as a rehabilitation programme for back problems by health specialists such as physiotherapists, chiropractors and osteopaths.
The Spine - the backbone of Pilates
The spine supports the weight of the body and has a natural S shape that absorbs shock and enables it to move freely. Our lifestyle often involves long periods of sitting in front of a desk/ computer screen/ television. This encourages the spine to move out of its natural shape and often causes pain in the back, neck or shoulders.
To regain the
natural curvature of the spine and alleviate pain we need to strengthen certain
muscles known as the core stabilising muscles. Unlike the superficial muscles,
the postural muscles can initially be difficult to locate and activate. However,
once they have been strengthened, Pilates exercises can become more complex.
Balance, movement and resistance are added to challenge and improve the core
strength, and to tone and lengthen other muscles.
When are Pilates
classes available?
Private lessons:
At
your home or at our centre, for just £35 per hour - book with a friend
if you wish, for the same price. Please enquire for availability.
Where are Pilates classes
held?
What should I wear?
You need to feel
comfortable. Loose cotton clothing is best, and layers that you can add or
remove are ideal.
It is preferable to bring your own Pilates mat, and a blanket or towel. Students
may purchase Pilates mats from Equilibrium at £2.00 discount on the
usual price of £17.95. Please see our store
for details.
Click www.gossypium.co.uk
for excellent quality pure unbleached cotton Yoga & Pilates clothing.
What is the cost of a Pilates Course?
Monday
11.00am (Improvers)): £35 for 5 weeks Buy
online, £84
for 12 weeks
Tuesday 6.00pm Buy online
or 7.10pm Buy online or 8.15pm
Buy
online (All levels):
£35 for 5 weeks, £84 for 12
weeks
Early
booking is advised, as many classes sell out before they start.
How
do I book?
or send cheque/ P.O. (please make cheques payable to Equilibrium Health
Centre) and send to:
Equilibrium
16 Station St
Lewes
East Sussex
BN7 2DB
Cancellations policy
In the unlikely event that we may have to cancel a course for whatever reason, a full refund will paid immediately.
For
cancellations by you with more than 14 days notice (before your course start
date), a full refund will be made (less £5 admin charge).
With less than 14 days notice, refunds can be made only at the discretion
of the tutor and provided there is a waiting list student able to take up
the vacated place. Please note no refunds can be made after the start of your
course.
www.equilibrium-clinic.com
01273 470955