Can I maintain a healthy lifestyle during the festive period?
The festive holiday period is often a time associated with overindulgence and relaxation but with this often comes a sense of guilt and even regret as our bodies ultimately pay the price. It’s important to point out that nobody is immune to the many temptations...
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Beginners #22: Total body flow Join this total body session with Giuseppe to tone your muscles. This class is great for recent beginners where you can learn new variations for the classic Pilates exercises....
Which classes are best: On demand or live stream?
During lockdown it has been estimated that over 25% of the UK's population regularly took part in online fitness classes. Most virtual class goers have shown an interest as online classes have been proven to improve health and general wellbeing. The big question on everyone's...
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Beginners #21: Full body express Work your full body with Christine in just 30 minutes. A perfect class that covers the basics in strength and mobility for those days you are struggling for time....
What’s new in your member area this week
Beginners #20: Pilates basics Enjoy this slow paced session to introduce and recap the Pilates basics. Giuseppe will guide you through some of the original exercises to perform them with full awareness with correct postural alignment and balanced engagement of the muscles....
Can Pilates help relieve the pain and stiffness caused by osteoarthritis?
Including Pilates stretches in your bedtime routine will not only help you to achieve a better quality night's sleep, it will also help to improve your posture by resetting your alignment as well as reducing pain and discomfort when you wake. Gentle stretching before bed...
What new Pilates on demand classes do we have for you this week?
Beginners #19 Hip & knee: Join Stephanie as she focuses on strengthening your hip region, knee alignment and building strength in your thighs....
How can Pilates exercises help people with cancer?
People who are diagnosed with cancer often describe feeling scared, anxious, and completely overwhelmed. There is no doubt that individuals will face their own set of unique challenges however, many choose to be pro-active in their treatment....
Launching Rehabilitation Classes
We are delighted to start our rehab sessions by introducing our weekly 'CanRehab Pilates' class with Anna Baker. We also launch a 6 week 'Pilates for Osteoarthritis' class with Stephanie Gavart commencing on 16th November 2020....
What new classes do we have for you this week?
CanRehab Pilates #1: Join Anna's first CanRehab Pilates class with us. Be sure to watch her short intro video before starting the class to ensure these classes are right for you and learn the benefits of practicing Pilates during and after your treatment. Anna offers many...
7 Pilates stretches to do before bed
Including Pilates stretches in your bedtime routine will not only help you to achieve a better quality night's sleep, it will also help to improve your posture by resetting your alignment as well as reducing pain and discomfort when you wake. Gentle stretching before bed...
Check out our on demand Pilates classes added this week
Beginners #17 Mat flow: Enjoy this slow pace class with Anna. You will start with a thorough set up on your back and go on to work you core, back, hamstrings and glutes. You'll feel long, strong and energised by the end of this class....
Our team is growing again! Welcoming Giuseppe Cincindella
We are delighted to welcome Giuseppe to the Pilates Scotland team and we look forward to sharing his knowledge and expertise with you.Giuseppe has been a Pilates teacher for a number of years and coming from a background in sport,...
How can I get a better night’s sleep?
At some point we have all made a list of things we want to change in our lives, or things we want to achieve to make it better. We start with an ambitious list that is nearly always impossible to achieve and when we fail,...
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Beginners #16 Upper back flow: Mobilise your thoracic area (upper back) in this workout with Christine. You will work on spine twists in varying positions....
Welcoming our new instructor to our team, Stephanie Gavart
We are very excited to welcome Stephanie to the Pilates Scotland team and we look forward to sharing her classes with you.Stephanie spent years performing and travelling the world as a professional singer and dancer after graduating from Laine Theatre Arts ...
How can I achieve healthy habits?
At some point we have all made a list of things we want to change in our lives, or things we want to achieve to make it better. We start with an ambitious list that is nearly always impossible to achieve and when we fail,...
Check out our new classes added this week!
Beginners #15 Hip and lower back: Christine teaches subtle movements which use lower back support during hip and leg activity. By the end of the class you will feel more space between your vertebrae....
Post run stretches
After a run or race it can be tempting to immediately lay down to rest but taking your time to cool down and stretch off can help boost your performance, prevent injury, increase suppleness and reduce stiffness....
Tips for success
Tips for success This week we have put together this 10 minute video to help you get the most from your practice. Christine offers a little advice to help you to succeed whilst getting the most out of your membership....
Check out our new classes this week!
We have lots of variety so whether you are looking to revisit the basics, combat poor posture, increase your heart rate or simply stretch and relax, you will find the perfect workout for you!...
Check out our new classes this week!
Beginners #13 Pelvic control: In this class, Christine focuses on the pelvis. She provides a simplified explanation to this complex area of the body allowing you to feel your neutral pelvis within your movements. It's a great workout too!...
Introducing New Flexibility and Mobility Category
We are excited to let you know that we will now be offering you an additional flexibility and mobility class every week as part of your membership....
Check out our new classes this week!
Enjoy a thorough set up with Anna as she explains not only what to do, but why we do it. This class concentrates on the movements of the spine and how to articulate the vertebrae in several positions....