Pilates is a body-conditioning programme designed to teach efficient movement and provide general well-being using controlled exercises and deliberate breathing patterns.  Regular practice will provide you with a strong core, good alignment and functional mobility whilst providing a unique approach to body awareness, posture and stability.

Pilates exercises are low impact and non-aerobic so are ideal for all levels of fitness: from the injured and sedentary to fit people wanting further improvements.  Age, gender and level of fitness are no barrier... you just need to be able to lie on the floor (assistance given upon request*).

Due to the generous donation of the 'Beach Bar' function room at The Caves Beachside Hotel I am now offering Pilates Matwork classes for beginners (suitable for all*).  Direct entrance to The Beach Bar can be made from the north eastern section of the car park, near the restaurant.  Please Note: as the classes are held on licenced premises, participants must be a minimum of 18 years of age or in the immediate company of a parent or guardian.

Because each class is preceded by a Technique Review, there's no contracts, no need to commit to specific class times etc.  Just turn up! Obviously the more you do the better results you will get!

When: (class is on a break over Christmas, recommencing 12 January '09)

Currently the following 45 minute group class is available -

Monday           10.15am technique overview for 10.30am class, finish 11.15am

If you have a group of 4 or more, I am happy to schedule a session at a time to suit you.  We can use the Beach Bar, by arrangement, or I can come to your home/office/club.... organise some friends to come along and you can have an exclusive group session.

The Technique Review is a pre-requisite for people that have not enjoyed one-on-one Pilates tuition, as it reviews posture, breathing, neutral spine, imprint and a few other important pointers. This in turn makes your class safer and, through understanding, more enjoyable.  It will also give you the chance to chat to me and let me know of any health/fitness concerns you have.

Cost:

i) The group fitness session at The Caves Beach Hotel is an incredibly low $5 per person per session.  A block booking price of $40 for 10 sessions is available, with classes to be taken within one three month period.

ii) Please call me on 0419 447 224 or email me to discuss group sessions at other locations.  POA.

What to Bring/Wear:

• a large towel and/or exercise/yoga mat
• a small hand-towel, cushion or yoga block for head support
• comfortable clothing: gym gear or a t-shirt and leggings/loose shorts.  You will be barefoot through the class, however for safety please wear shoes to/from the session
• a bottle of water  
• it's best NOT to eat a meal before the class (a little snack or piece of fruit is fine).