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About
the courses...
Group matwork classes (beginners, intermediate and
advanced) are held by Sarah from Monday to Thursday, morning and evening. They include a wide range of Pilates matwork
equipment including Stability Balls, Foam Rollers, Balance Balls, Sit Fits and Toning Circles. Pilates for Men drop in
sessions, Intermediate/Advanced
drop in sessions and Private Tuition are available during the day on Thursdays.
All classes are offered as a course and require payment in advance to secure your space.
Payment is non-refundable and cannot be transferred to other courses. Our ‘Catch Up’ system, which no other Pilates
Studio offers, allows you to swap spaces with other clients if you are likely to miss sessions – please ask for
more details.
If you have done Pilates before, you may pay for a ‘one off’ class to see how you get
on without any obligation to sign up for the remainder of the course.
If you are a total beginner or require a
refresher, in order to join a regular group course you will need to either:
- Attend a 1-1 (you may require one
or more depending on your ability)
- Attend a beginners workshop available throughout the year - Join a short beginners course
At the end of the 1-1 and/or beginner workshop, you will be able to discuss with Sarah
which level of class you would like to attend or you may decide to continue with private tuition until you feel more confident.
Beginners Workshops are available throughout the year. These 'one off' sessions are designed to introduce
the basic principles of Pilates and ideal for those of you who are a complete beginner or need a refresher. If, after the
workshop you would like to join a group class, you can chat to the instructor to discuss which level would be suitable for
you
Beginners Courses allow you to grasp the basic elements of Pilates. They are also ideal for
those of you who are experiencing joint pain or recovering from injury and clients who have been recommended by a Physio to
try Pilates. The course will include the basic pre-pilates and remedial level exercises and are specifically for strengthening
your core stability without compromising movement that would be inappropriate at this stage.
Intermediate classes introduce
and fine-tune more challenging exercises. All the Pilates principles are blended together creating a balance between strength
and flexibility.
Advanced classes are for those who are fit and injury free. This faster paced class incorporates exercises
from the advanced classical mat series comprising of more complex movement sequences.
Pilates for Men
It can sometimes feel a little intimidating joining a class full of ladies, therefore Studio One decided to design
a class structure specifically for the men to help improve flexibility, core stability and ease back issues and joint pain.
Antenatal Pilates
Specialist classes designed for expectant mums in small groups are available subject to demand. These classes
will help you with your breathing techniques and increase your lung capacity which will help release tension in the body and
help you manage the time when baby pushes against your ribcage leaving you short of breath. The class will focus on your deep
postural muscles which will support your bump and protect your spine. You will also focus on strengthening the pelvic floor
- important for helping carrying baby as the pelvic floor supports the weight of the uterus. As your body is constantly changing
throughout your pregnancy, you will become more aware of your body posture. The exercises will help you maintain good alignment
and avoid aches and pains often experienced during pregnancy.
Thursday Drop In Sessions
Most Thursdays at 11am there
is a 'drop in' session available for those who have experience of the Pilates method. Please email sarah@classicpilates.co.uk to be added to the mailing list. You may pay on the day for these sessions. What is Pilates... The Pilates Method
Body Control Pilates is very closely based upon the method
of body-conditioning developed by the late Joseph Pilates. It is an exercise method which relies on strengthening core postural
muscles and developing body alignment. It avoids muscle and ligament damage, sometimes associated with other fitness regimes.
Body Control Pilates is remarkably effective and medically-approved. It is of an holistic nature, being based upon a well-constructed
philosophical foundation. Every exercise is built around its eight basic principles:
Relaxation, Breathing, Alignment,
Centering,
Concentration, Co-ordination, Flowing Movements, Stamina
Your body awareness is heightened by bringing together mind
and body allowing you to be in control of your body, handle stress more effectively and achieve relaxation. The Method can
work for everyone, regardless of fitness level. Its consistent success rate in solving joint pain/back problems has bought
it to the attention of osteopaths, chiropractors, physiotherapists and homeopathic doctors.
The Pilates
Body
The
Pilates Body is long, lean and strong. Through the prescribed exercise routines, we retrain the body to work efficiently
with minimal effort and no tension. Stamina and co-ordination are improved. The body comes into perfect balance and alignment,
the immune system is stimulated and the level of general health very often rises because the internal organs can now sit and
function correctly. After working with the Method for a period of time, you will notice improved posture and alignment. Sarah Palmer, Studio Proprietor
and Pilates Instructor originally came from a background of dance at a national level and taught dance for many years.
Sarah then joined the fitness industry and set up her own business, TRAX fitness, teaching Aerobics, Body Conditioning, Step
and Body Training Systems. Sarah also worked for Fitness Professionals assisting with their Web site development and
as Press Officer for their magazines.
In 1998 Sarah sold TRAX to have a family. During both pregnancies Sarah developed
back problems and turned to Pilates for help. As a result of seeing such tremendous benefits with unobtrusive, gentle, yet
powerful movement, Sarah decided to retrain as a Body Control Pilates instructor.
Sarah is a member of the Register of Exercise Professionals as an Advanced Level 3 Pilates instructor.
She trained with the Body Control Pilates Association in London. All BCPA instructors work to a laid-down Code of Practice
governing teaching standards, class sizes, professional ethics and continuing education. Pilates classes should never exceed
12 clients per class, for your safety and high quality of teaching.
Sarah set up Pilates
classes around the Henley-on-Thames area in 2001 hiring various halls and clubs. She soon realised that to get the best out
of Pilates, the right venue, atmosphere, temperature of a room and quality of surroundings is paramount to enjoying sessions.
Sarah and the team feel priviledged to have found the perfect location and refurbished Studio One to the exact needs of the
clients.
We look forward to welcoming you!
Missed Pilates Sessions...
If you have to miss classes during a course, due to a holiday or work commitments etc.,
then you may use the catch up system to see if you can make up your lost class in a different session. Please ask at your
class for details of how to use the system. The following guidelines apply...
The Catch Up System
only applies to classes you will miss due to future commitments (i.e. holidays etc) and not those that you have missed due
to illness or last minute commitments.
The Catch Up System is offered as an extra service and is not a guarantee
that you will manage to make up a lost class.
Please note, some classes are at an Intermediate or Advanced level
and not suitable for Beginners. If in doubt, please ask Sarah.
Please be considerate to others and add your name
to the appropriate form at the Studio listing the classes that you will be missing, even if you cannot make them up.
All Catch Ups must be arranged at the studio in person and not via email or telephone. You are welcome to come to the studio,
provided there is no class in progress, during office hours to arrange your Catch Up.
If you do not show for your
Catch Up class, you don’t get another go!
The Catch Up system is offered on trust. However, it will be monitored
from time to time.
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