Specialist Physiotherapy, Pelvic Health and Acupuncture Clinic, Hitchin
07951 490214 | bally@liddertherapies.co.uk |
Pilates Classes
We are excited to announce that our new clinic will be offering Pilates Classes commencing September 2023.
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You can now sign up to a pack of 5 classes for £60, which will have an expiry of 6 weeks.
Please note there will be no scheduled classes during the school holidays.
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To find the best class suitable for you please check the class schedule below, or please complete this short survey with your preferences and we will get back to you to book your class!
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We look forward to seeing you in our new Pilates Classes very soon.
What is Pilates
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Pilates is a form of exercise works the whole body through a range of exercises. It aims to improved spinal mobility, strength, and co-ordination. Pilates exercises can be adapted to suit any ability, age and made sport specific to supplement training.
How it works
Pilates exercises target deep postural and stability muscles, whilst working on co-ordinating breathing and movement of the arms and legs. Pilates can reduce pain, stiffness and assist in physical function as well as boosting postural awareness and wellbeing.
Pilates is a great adjunct to physiotherapy treatments, to improve confidence and self-management prior to attending large generic gym classes or returning to sports. Our small classes ensure our highly skilled teachers can offer support and corrections.
Class Descriptions
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Classes will start week beginning 25th September 2023. You can purchase a block of 5 with a 6 week expiry, there will be no classes during school holidays.
Beginners with Caroline
Wednesday: 12.30pm - 1.30pm
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This class is for beginner where the pace of the class is slightly slower to allow individuals to learn the correct techniques and start building their repertoire of exercises. Technique will be monitored, and corrections offered to ensure you get the most out of your sessions.
Mixed with Caroline
Tuesday: 5.30pm - 6:30pm
This is a class open to all. The pace may be little faster than standard Beginners but options for exercises will be given for those that may wish to work harder and have more experience. Corrections will be given by the instructor to ensure you are working effectively.
Post-natal with Jo
Thursday: 10.30am - 11.30am
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This class is open to ladies from 6-8 weeks post-partum, and you are welcome to bring non crawlers to the lesson. The class is taught by a highly trained Pilates instructor who has additional training in pregnancy and post-natal pilates. We would prefer you to have completed a Mummy MOT with one of the physio team prior so that you get the most out of your classes and especially if you have symptoms of pelvic floor dysfunction. The focus will be on assisting the post-natal body to recover, working on abdominal strength, pelvic stability, and spinal mobility. As a mum always on the move looking after yourself is a must.
Ante-Natal with Rachael
Tuesday: 12.30pm - 1.30pm
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This class is a physio-led Pilates class for pregnant ladies at any trimester. The class focuses on the strength and mobility you need to maintain during pregnancy to reduce the risk of pelvic girdle pain and prepare for birth. If you have pelvic girdle pain or sciatica you are welcome to the class but we recommend a physio assessment prior to attending to ensure you get the best care during your pregnancy.
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Pelvic Release Class - Physio led with Bally
Thursday: 7-8pm
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We can hold a lot of anxiety and tension in the pelvis, which can present in many ways. As pelvic pain, constipation, overactive pelvic floor, low back pain to name a few. Pain makes us tense up and is often associated with breath holding, abdominal bracing, tight gluts / pelvic floor and short shallow breathing patterns. This gentle class will explore the connection between the diaphragm, abdominals and pelvic floor and through gentle movements, stretches, breathing techniques and mindfulness meditation allow the connection to be restored. The class will allow you to slow down the pace of life and reconnect with yourself.
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All of our teachers have trained with APPI or Bodycontrol Pilates.
