"Change happens through movement and movement heals"
Joseph Pilates
Joseph Pilates
on the mat
Mat Pilates is the foundation of the Pilates method - a thoughtful system of movement that develops strength, mobility, balance and control using your own body weight. It is a mindful practice and will always leave you feeling better than when you started. A bold claim I know, but after so many years of teaching experience, I can say this with my hand on my heart! We sometimes use small props to add support, resistance or a little variety, but the focus is always on how you move rather than how much equipment you use.
My classes combine the original Pilates exercises with modifications where necessary and plenty of individual guidance. We work the whole body, moving through different positions and sequences with an emphasis on breath, concentration, precision and flow. I’m less interested in how many repetitions you can do or how high you can lift your leg and much more interested in helping you understand your body and move with greater awareness and control. There is a great sense of camaraderie in my classes and although we work with great concentration and focus, we also laugh and support each other throughout the session.
Whether you’re completely new to Pilates or have been practising for years, exercises can be adapted to suit you, making them more accessible or more challenging depending on your experience and how your body feels that day. Over time, Pilates can help you build genuine strength, improve mobility and posture, and develop a deeper connection with the way you move through everyday life.
My classes combine the original Pilates exercises with modifications where necessary and plenty of individual guidance. We work the whole body, moving through different positions and sequences with an emphasis on breath, concentration, precision and flow. I’m less interested in how many repetitions you can do or how high you can lift your leg and much more interested in helping you understand your body and move with greater awareness and control. There is a great sense of camaraderie in my classes and although we work with great concentration and focus, we also laugh and support each other throughout the session.
Whether you’re completely new to Pilates or have been practising for years, exercises can be adapted to suit you, making them more accessible or more challenging depending on your experience and how your body feels that day. Over time, Pilates can help you build genuine strength, improve mobility and posture, and develop a deeper connection with the way you move through everyday life.
locations
- Usk
- Llanarth
- Raglan
- Abergavenny
