Learn Pilates: Classical Mat - Beginner to Advanced

This course will teach you the Classical Mat Pilates sequence from complete beginner to advanced level. You will start by learning the fundamentals (neutral position, correct breathing, where the core muscles are and how to engage them) and move through short classes to prepare you for the sequence. In a short time you will feel the incredible benefits Pilates offers.

"A few well-designed movements, properly performed in a balanced sequence, are worth hours of doing sloppy calisthenics or forced contortion. " Joseph Pilates This course is summed up so well in this quote. I have seen clients transform their bodies in a few short months by following the complete Pilates Classical Mat sequence.

Although the physical changes are astonishing in such a short time, the benefits to their health are equally amazing: - Most become more body aware within 3 classesPosture improvesChronic back pain disappearsEnergy levels are enhancedFlexibility and Mobility increaseSports injuries are less frequent Clients report that they feel calmer and less stressedFlat abs, strong back and that long, lean look that Pilates givesImproved bone densityBetter control of the pelvic floorPilates is THE BEST preparation for pregnancy and can really help with recoveryAnyone can do Pilates: you don't have to be young or a contortionist: the age range for my clients are from 18 to 84 years of age and once you have learned the sequence, you have it for life. This course consists of a Pilates Guide booklet in PDF format; 11 hours of videos: workshops, classes for beginner, intermediate and advancedThe complete matwork sequence suitable for that level. The workshops teach the basics of Pilates and so this is where you start and refer back anytime you need a reminder.

You will learnNeutral position, the ideal alignment for pelvis and spineThoracic (lateral) breathing How to locate the core muscles and engage themDrills to strengthen the core musclesHow to set up correctly and prepare for each exerciseHow and when to breathe and how breathing can progress exercisesThe Principles of Pilates which will take your practice to a new levelThe classes teach you all the exercises you will need for the Mat sequence and each prepares you for the next. "Great instructor. The exercises evolve naturally in difficulty.