Classes

Reformer Pilates

Increase strength and fitness

A single Pilates reformer — white frame, dark padded sliding carriage, springs, black footbar and straps — standing side-on on the studio's pine boards against a grey grid wall panel

About Reformer Pilates

In 1912, while stationed at an internment camp at the start of World War I, Joseph Pilates devised the concept, of what would become the Reformer. Using the metal springs from hospital beds, Joseph devised a series of rehabilitation exercises that would aid bedridden German soldiers in returning to health.

So…

A reformer looks somewhat like the frame of a bed. There is a padded sliding carriage. A series of springs which both support and increase the resistance and tension and intensity of movement. The straps, with long and short handles are used for both arm and leg work.

The reformer helps to keep body into alignment, and highlights weaknesses and strengths. Its use will improve your body's movement patterns and help you to eliminate bad habits. Without question, you will improve posture, strength, and flexibility.

If you have done mat pilates, and understand the principles, it is a further game changer.

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Classes

A Mens Pilates class at North Barn: a row of men lying on mats, one leg extended, holding small balls between their hands as they lift into a curl

Six-week course · £72

Mens Pilates

A challenging pilates workout.

Two people lying face down on mats in the studio, upper bodies lifted in a gentle back extension, sunlight across the pine boards

Six-week course · £72

Rehab Pilates

Speed your recovery, following injury.

Three side-on photographs of the same woman standing against a white wall, showing her posture improving from the first to the third

1-2-1 · £60 per hour

1-2-1

Classes tailored to the individual.