Embody Pilates

Pilates for You

Barre Pilates

Do you want relief from back aches and pains?

Would you like to feel strong and mobile?

Do you find traditional gyms boring or intimidating?

Would you like a strong core and great posture?

Barre Pilates – What is it?

Barre workouts have taken the world by storm as a fantastic low impact class to strengthen your body.

The Barre Pilates Method  simplifies complex ballet technique and combines it with Pilates principles to deliver a safe, effective, flowing workout for everyone, with no need of dance experience.

Benefits of participating in a barre class include:

increased flexibility

better balance

improved posture

muscular strength

cardiovascular endurance

simultaneous targeting of major body groups

weight loss

stronger bones

an increased mind/body connection and awareness

Challenges the muscular endurance of the entire body

Strong feet, legs and bottoms enhance athletic performance and other sports as well as daily activities.

 

Come and try it, first class free at St Martins Institute every Tuesday 9.30am – 10.30am!

All equipment provided, bring water, wear comfortable clothes we work barefoot or with sticky socks!

  • I love Louise's classes! I leave them feeling relaxed yet energised. I have lower back pain which is greatly relieved by regular pilates classes. Thanks Louise.
  • My 1:1 sessions with Louise are fantastic. I have diastasis recti, Louise has created a 12 week plan to rebuild my core strength. I feel totally energised at the end of each session and, after just four sessions I can already feel the difference. I feel stronger and my posture has greatly improved. I highly recommend 1:1 sessions with Louise.
  • I had a block of 10 1:1 sessions with Louise - she was fantastic. I decided 1:1 sessions would be best as I had a specific goal which I thought would be harder to achieve in a class. Louise listened to this and addressed perfectly. She also worked around my schedule  was happy to adapt sessions to suit me especially if I was struggling with anything.
  • The classes are small, friendly and really enjoyable, Louise takes great care to make sure everyone learns at their own pace and I noticed a great improvement within a few weeks. Anyone not sure if pilates is for them or are nervous about going to an established class contact Louise ASAP and you will soon feel the full benefits of pilates both physically and mentally.
  • Since September I have been having regular 1:1's with Embody Pilates. It has really improved not only my well being, balance and muscle strength but I can also touch my toes for the first time in my life! Louise delivers a personalised programme in a caring and happy environment which is perfect if, like me, you don't feel confident enough to join a full class at first.
  • Louise was fantastic....she helped me put together a program to follow in between classes in a great 1:1 session in my back garden. Thank you Louise for your patience & advice, I can definitely feel the difference!
  • 1:1 Reformer classes are non threatening, enjoyable and I leave feeling stronger, taller and ready to face anything.
  • I started 1:1 pilates classes with Louise 6 months ago following a fractured ankle and I thoroughly recommend her. Louise has aided my recovery and increased my confidence.
  • Classes are kept to a manageable size so Louise can check everyone is doing the exercises properly. If she has a space in a class and you are able to go I would say do it. You won’t regret it.
  • I always feel good after a class. Louise has a good understanding of my hip problem and can advise and guide as appropriate.