Pilates

Pilates is a unique body-conditioning method that emphasises the importance of commencing movement from a central core of stability. It works by targeting the postural muscles, building strength from inside out, rebalancing the body and bringing it into correct postural alignment. Sequences are carried out on a floor mat or specialised equipment, such as the reformer or stability chair, which use springs to graduate exercise intensity.

Pilates has been shown to:

Tone the body and develop longer, leaner and more powerful muscles
Increase flexibility
Reduce body aches and pains, especially back pain
Create a more strong and flexible spine
Improve posture
Relieve tension and stress
Improve lung capacity and circulation
Focus the mind and enhance body awareness
Improve coordination
Aid recovery from injury and return to sport

Pilates provides results for people of all ages and abilities whether you want a toned and well-aligned body, to gain a competitive edge in your chosen sport, relief from back pain or an overall increase in your health and vitality. Pilates will transform the way you look and feel about your self.

At Bristol Physiotherapy Clinic we offer many ways to experience Pilates.

One to one introductory assessment

This allows Claire to discuss your personal goals and injuries, assess your posture and identify any muscle imbalance, introduce the Pilates concepts and principles and to design your sessions.

Full or half hour private (one to one) studio sessions
One hour semi private (one to two) studio sessions
One hour open studio sessions (3 people max) every Wednesday 6 to 7pm
Pilates mat work classes (max of 10 people)

We are pleased to announce the arrival of a DYNAMIC ULTRASOUND MACHINE at Bristol Physiotherapy Clinic. This will revolutionize your Pilates workout by providing visual evidence of what muscles are working, maximizing your Pilates potential.

Pilates benefits people of all ages and abilities come and find out how Pilates can help you.

Current Exercise Table

Day/Time
Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday

9.30 - 10.30am

Beginners Pilates

10.45 - 11.45am

Postnatal Pilates

12.30 - 1.30pm

Beginners Pilates

5.00 - 6.00pm (soon)
Antenatal Pilates

Coming soon:
5.00-6.00pm Antenatal pilates

*all classes take place in the newly refurbished dance studio of the ‘Tango Room’, Redland Club, Burlington Road, Bristol BS6 6TN (just off Whiteladies Road).
The classes are run as a block of between 5 – 7 weeks of 1 hour classes (based on school term times).

The dates for 2011:
w/c 28th feb - up to and including w/c 4th April 6 weeks
w/c 25th April - up to and including w/c 23rd May 5 weeks
w/c 6th June - up to and including w/c 18th July 7 weeks
w/c 5th Sept - up to and including w/c 17th Oct 7 weeks
w/c 31st Oct - up to and including w/c 12th Dec 7 weeks

HOW TO GET STARTED
Once you have chosen a class time that suits your schedule, simply give us a call to secure your spot. Confirmation is achieved on payment prior to the start of the forthcoming block. Give us a call on 0117 9738319 or email info@bristolphysiotherapyclinic.co.uk