Types of Pilates classes and the benefits… which is for me?
“I did pre natal pilates with Lara and I loved it! I felt great after each class, which was attributed to Lara and her expertise on body alignment. Her knowledge is exceptional, and the prenatal pilates classes helped me maintain my strength during the pregnancy”
Taking time to reconnect with your body after giving birth isn’t always easy.
Postnatal pilates enables you to return to exercise safely, helping you to feel empowered and re-energised.
Postnatal pilates helps prevent and reduce neck, shoulder and back pain which is so common in new mums.
Physio-guided exercise also helps in the management of Rectis Diastasis (abdominal separation), pelvic floor dysfunction & prolapse.
Even years after having bub, we can still work on “post-natal” goals
Choose from:
- Mini & Me Circuit - equipment based class, working at your own pace max 3 people
- Mums & Bubs - mat based group class, modifications offered
(non-mobile babies welcome)
Suitable from 6 weeks post partum. Doctors clearance required.
Postnatal Pilates
“Lara’s knowledge in physio and diverse pilates experience enabled my post birth recovery to be so much easier and less painful. Only 3 months after giving birth I am so much stronger and feel confident to move my body, allowing me to better look after my baby. Thank you Lara!!
I highly recommend your post natal mums and bubs classes for all mummas.”
Exercise in a safe and effective way throughout your pregnancy.
A maximum of only 4 people in a class, means that your personal needs are always met.
We respect that each pregnancy is different and every mum to be has different goals for exercise.
Not only does prenatal pilates help your body prepare for the physical (and mental) demands of giving birth, but it also promotes faster recovery post-birth.
The aim is to keep you strong enough to cope with the ever changing demands of growing a little human!
Prenatal Pilates
Pilates builds strength from the inside out, ensuring your deep core muscles are working correctly and then layering general muscle strength on top of that.
Using the 6 core principles of pilates, we work to achieve symmetry throughout your body - in flexibility, strength and control, allowing for efficient movement.
You will achieve improved spine and joint mobility, increased global and core strength, visibly improved muscle tone and better balance and posture.
Choose from:
- Core Mat - mat based group class using small equipment.
Strong focus on deep core strength, hip and shoulder mobility and stability as well as posture correction.
- Power Pilates - 75% mat, 25% studio equipment.
This class is for intermediate-advanced Pilates practitioners. A fast paced, full body workout targeting strength, fitness and dynamic core control
Strength & Fitness
“Lara is a fantastic instructor- her attention to detail and care with instruction is impeccable. I have done Pilates for years but under Lara’s guidance, activated muscles that have never been fully worked before!”
Physio-based pilates allows you to address any issue that you may have, whether a long standing niggle, an acute injury or post-surgery. While respecting where your body is at, you are still able to exercise the rest of your body effectively and integrate the affected area into your movement appropriately .
Pilates will help to reduce and manage:
neck and back pain
hip, knee and shoulder pain
rehab through an injury or after surgery
Injury Management
“Lara is an excellent Pilates instructor who keeps sessions fresh, full of variety, the right amount of challenge and correction. I have gone from needing weekly chiro visits to requiring none in months thanks to training with Lara just once a week”
Experience the diverse types of movement and exercise variations of the Pilates Reformer and Wunda Chair. Using springs to add resistance or give assistance, you can work specifically towards achieving your movement and fitness goals.
Benefits:
Injury rehabilitation - provides assistance for weak or injured joints and muscles
Provides feedback for increased body awareness
Challenges coordination, strength and fitness through different levels of resistance
Variety of exercises across all the machines
Choose from:
- Private - Personalised program across all the equipment, with lots of hands on assistance. 1:1.
- Studio Circuit - Rotate between the reformer, chair tower and mat. Work at your own pace towards your individual goals. Max 3 people
Studio Eqipoment:
Reformer, Wunda Chair, Tower
Hormone Health
In this class, we will work in sync with your menstrual cycle - modifications will be given to suit everyone’s cycle phase and energy levels.
All movements are safe for anyone trying to conceive, whether naturally or using assisted reproductive techniques. These workouts are approved and endorsed by Dr Gavin Sacks, IVF Australia.
The class will promote optimal hormone health, maximise your energy and improved your sense of well-being.