Reformer Pilates
What is Reformer Pilates?
Reformer Pilates is a form of exercise that utilises a specialised piece of equipment called a Reformer. This equipment consists of a sliding carriage, springs for resistance, and various attachments, allowing for a wide range of movements and exercises.
Benefits of Reformer Pilates
Muscle Toning: Effectively tones and strengthens muscles.
Injury Rehabilitation: Can be used in rehabilitation settings to aid recovery from injuries.
Improved Balance: Enhances balance and coordination.
Mind-Body Connection: Promotes mindfulness and body awareness through focused breathing and movements.
Customisable: Exercises can be modified to suit individual needs and fitness levels.
Key features of Reformer Pilates
Equipment-Based: The Reformer provides resistance and support, making it suitable for individuals of all fitness levels.
Core Strength: Focuses on strengthening the core muscles, which include the abdominals, obliques, and lower back.
Flexibility: Helps improve flexibility through controlled movements.
Alignment and Posture: Emphasizes proper alignment and posture, which can enhance overall body mechanics.
Low Impact: The exercises are low-impact, making them gentle on the joints while still providing a challenging workout.
Clinical Pilates
At studio Zest our reformer pilates sessions are taught by Physiotherapists so expect Clinical based Pilates, focused on your posture and alignment . The classes are an just under an hour long and delivered in groups of 5 so that you get the attention and FOCUS to detail. The adaptability is in the resistance.
In every class expect to move through functional movement patterns some of these patterns will focus on your posture and others will isolate different joints or muscles for stability and awareness.
Prices
Before you can enter a class, you need to have an initial session to show you how the reformer works but more importantly so we can see how you move and give you some feedback on how to make the most out of each and every class…
Initial and 1:1 session 1 hour £75
1:1 Pilates Class – £75
5:1 Pilates Class – £28 or 1 Credit
5:1 Pilates Class – £220 (block of 10)
