Chi-Elements

Pilates

The Pilates system of exercise is a safe, controlled, and extremely effective system of exercise that works your body from head to toe. The originator of the method, Joseph Pilates, a boxer and circus performer, began to develop floor exercises at the outbreak of WWI which would eventually develop in to "Mat Pilates." He then began to work with injured or ill detainees using equipment available to him which would become Pilates' staples such as the "circle" and the "reformer" - this later became part of the apparatus repertoire. He also spent many years studying Western vs. Eastern approaches to healing and health, and tried to integrate both into the discipline. He observed how animals and children moved and sought to incorporate the same principles of effective movement with minimal effort into his method.

Over the years, Pilates has often been used by dancers as an adapted method to improve their craft, and help them heal from injury more quickly and effectively. It is a method that focuses on strengthening what is called "the core" - this covers the region of the abdomen, lower back, inner/outer thighs and buttocks.

Who can do Pilates? Anyone! If you are looking to:

• Increase flexibility
• Improve posture
• Increase in energy
• Better mental concentration
• A strong core
• Prevention of and healing from injuries

Then this is the method for you.

In creating this system of exercise, Joseph Pilate's intention was to create a mental and physical harmony. This means helping each person attain their physical capabilities along with the correction of imbalances and weaknesses.

We offer collective and private classes on mat, and private classes on apparatus. Please contact us to discuss what would be suitable options for you.