GETTING STARTED

GETTING STARTED

How do I get started ?
What are the benefits of Pilates?
Who should do Pilates?
How many times a week should I do Pilates?
What should I wear?

As each person comes with different needs and backgrounds, we recommend that your first session be a private session. You will be introduced to the basic principles of Pilates including the breathing techniques and use of apparatus. You will form an awareness of your own body's strengths and weaknesses which will allow you to decide which areas of Pilates you want to develop.

Your instructor can help you determine if more private sessions are needed, or if you are ready for semi-private sessions or group classes. We do recommend that beginners take 2-3 private sessions before advancing to semi-private and group mat classes.

You can start Pilates by taking mat classes if you do not have any major injuries. Please discuss this with an instructor before your first class. If you do have injuries, start your rehabilitation with a private session. We do offer a full postural assessment with our Physiotherapist.

Once you are comfortable with the Pilates terminology and exercise techniques, you can combine both machine sessions and group mat classes for a varied program.