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What is Pilates?
Pilates (originally Contrology) is a method of exercise designed to build strength, mobility and body awareness through controlled, low-impact movement. Developed by Joseph Pilates in the early 20th century, it focuses on improving core stability, posture and balanced muscle development.
It is suitable for a wide range of people — from complete beginners looking to move better, to professional or amateur athletes - Pilates is helpful for anyone looking to improve posture and flexibility while building strength and essential muscle, ease pain, feel and look more confident.
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Reformer and Tower Pilates
Two of the most well-known Pilates apparatus are the Reformer and the Tower. The Reformer uses a moving carriage, springs and straps to create resistance and support, allowing exercises that challenge strength, coordination and control while remaining gentle on the joints. The Tower offers a slightly different experience, using spring-based resistance from a vertical frame to guide and assist movement, helping develop alignment, stability and flexibility. Together, these apparatus expand the possibilities of Pilates practice, providing a dynamic yet supportive environment.
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Don't let apparatus intimidate you - it is there to offer support and ease movement and mind-body connection!
What to expect?
If you have never done Pilates before we recommend the Welcome Offer - this will include 3 small-group classes to get a feel for Pilates and our method at Midline. Alternatively, if you have doubts, Email us to book a private session.
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Book an Align class from the calendar - see when works for you. We have morning and afternoon classes every day. The Align class is suitable for first-timers and will be a slow pace and supportive environment.
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Arrive 5 minutes before the start of class. Wear Grip Socks - if you don't have any, you will be asked to purchase in the studio.
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We will start with a short familiarisation with the apparatus, then a quick warm up and mobilisation of the joints. We will mobilise the neck, shoulders, spine, legs and ankles.
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Following this the instructor will guide you through a series of Core-strengthening exercises, Balance and Stability improving sequences and some Strengthening sets for all muscle groups. They will demonstrate the movements if required and correct your alignment to help you get the most out of the class.
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We will end with a full body stretch and a short meditation and reflection at the end of the class. ​
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