The Pilates Method was invented and developed in the 20th century by a man named Joseph Pilates.

The Pilates Method of exercising is an all over body conditioning programme.

The Pilates Method focuses on creating a strong ‘centre’ by strengthening the abdominal muscles (stabilisers) and aligning the shoulder girdle and back. This enhances posture and ‘body awareness’.

Practitioners of the Pilates Method experience an improvement in co-ordination, core strength, flexibility and endurance.

The Pilates Method is unique - every movement sequence requires specific breathing techniques, enhancing and engaging abdominal strength. Pilates tones, stretches and massages the muscles from top to toe.

This results in long, lean muscles with greater strength through their entire range of movement.