3 weeks to go until the Big HO HO

PILATES, STRENGTH, MOBILITY AND A LOT MORE

Did you know that Joe Pilates created Contrology? He devised "The Method" and was famous for working with dancers and gymnasts after he moved to NewYork. It was after his death in 1967 that the exercise method became known as Pilates.
Did you also know that he invented some of the studio equipment while he was interned during WW1, working with injured soldiers. He created the now famous Reformer from using springs from hospital beds and the machine has changed little in all these years. But they are large, expensive and not easily accessible so on the mat, we have become very creative. Using bands, balls, weights and imagination, we can achieve SO MUCH and from the comfort of our own home. You do not need a reformer to be able to do a lot of the reformer moves.

At the start of lockdown, I moved my classes online and have stayed here and now invite you to join my every growing community.

Why would you join online classes? Lots of us much prefer the face to face social interaction and I totally understand that but as the festive season descends, you may want to consider other options as routine and normal life fly straight out of the window. This could be a temporary fix or maybe you will commit to a three or six month program or look longer term.

Let's look at the excuses.....

I dont have time! There is a library of classes from 15 mins to 45 mins. You could do a quick arms or legs workout while the ad break is on.

But I am so busy. Ok. The live classes start at 8am and 9am and are 45 mins. That is a mere 45 minutes.... you can tick that box while the rest of the house is still trying to get dressed or you can do your class, get changed, make a cuppa and be sitting at your laptop by 9am.

I want to know I am doing it right! Good. Me too. I am up at the screen in the live classes watching you and if you are not sure or have any queries, I am available for a chat on the phone or a quick 121 zoom to check out what might be bothering you.

I like the social side of the classes! Great. So do we and that's why I open every class 15 mins early so we can have a chat and we also meet up in person. We have a Christmas lunch next week and are planning a long weekend to France in April as well as another walk and pub lunch in the new year.

I'm a beginner. I have never done it before! No problem. I have classes that will take best care of you as well as a whole section in the library devoted to understanding Pilates and the basic moves as well as specific technique classes to break down and build back up all the different exercises.

I dont want to just do Pilates!. GREAT! we do weight training, endurance work, abdominal focus, stretch and mobility, pelvic floor work, small equipment and masses more. PLUS it is all recorded so you can find so many different classes in the library.

There are so many teachers. I want to know I am in good hands! I am a Level 4 Personal trainer and Pilates teacher with over 20 years teaching experience. I also have over 5 years experience as a teacher trainer and examiner for a national training provider teaching personal trainers and Pilates teachers.
I have 11 Pilates teachers, 3 physiotherapists, one osteopath and one menopause specialist in my classes so I think that says a lot. Feel free to ask for references.

I dont have any equipment! Don't worry. We get very creative and I will give you ways to substitute just about everything.

But I won't be at home/I'm going on holiday. Even more reason to go online. All you need is your phone or tablet and a quiet corner to get your class fix. We enjoy seeing all the different locations you join from and are up to 18 countries so far plus various UK destinations, hotels, conference hall corridors, gardens, beaches, conservatories and much more.

So... why not come and find us online. We have 7 - 8 live classes a week plus a huge and ever growing library.
Why not gift a month to someone for Christmas? Vouchers can be arranged!

How much will this cost? All the above for £45 a month. 7 - 8 live classes a week plus a huge library and friendly old me on the end of the phone to talk through any queries and give you the best possible service I can. £45 a month - that is a mere £1.60 a day for bespoke classes ( always ask you to make requests and will focus on what you would like to work on), plus access 24/7 to our library.

Please visit https://www.julietspilates.com/online-booking to come and join our online community.

ALSO. I will be starting a new block of classes at The Arches Physiotherapy clinic in January and currently have 2 spaces for Tuesday 11.30am. Please get in touch for details

Happy Christmas everyone and I really look forward to seeing you in 2024

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