Freestyle Pilates:

Seeking strong and long limbs working away from a solid, balanced core (tummy and back)

It is suitable for all levels and abilities – ladies only and gents - all ages.

Freestyle because as a trained Exercise to Music (Royal Society of the Arts), instructor with years of experience we can add our own flavour to the class whilst still respecting the principles of Pilates himself.

For me I like to link it into the Body Conditioning elements of my classes, mixing in traditional Pilates recognised exercises. I also lengthen out the muscles as we progress, with lots of flexibility work. In addition I constantly play with different planes of movement. This gives me a huge repertoire to work with, so no two classes are ever the same.

I personally adore teaching this way as I have all the time in the world to give out teaching points, and make it meaningful. My biggest joy, I suppose, is that I am very intent on asking my clients to make the bridge between the class and real life, transferring what we do there onto the street and home/work life. I have even done ‘Freestyle Pilates Circuits’ classes where the stations might be:

1/ driving a car (the steering wheel is a great core workout, if you use it wisely)   2/ picking up a heavy object (safely)    3/ reaching into a cupboard (with grace!)   4/ walking down the road, stepping over a high pavement etc!! I often say you can get a workout to challenge the ‘core’ (tummy and back), all day…. if you remain mindful of it in the first place.

So, an interesting session with lots of questions and feedback from my clients.

Lastly – I sometimes follow this (time permitting), with a free muscle assessment, noting the results for my clients. This adds valuable insights for them, meaning they can then work on their known imbalances, should we find them, as we go.

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Aerobics on a Wednesday Hay.

I have ladies in their 60’s (I know they won’t mind me stating this!) – but you really are only as old as you feel – they are living testament to the oft quoted fact that their generation are getting younger – AND they feel the beat and love the music. All welcome to this friendly, inspiring class. My personal favourite.

Low impact Aerobics You can do my Aerobics session this way!

Simply keep one foot in contact with the floor, (no jumping), this makes it suitable for all, even entry level

I tell you what though – my biggest surprise with this is you can still sweat!! So, low impact, but if you want to 'jump' as you get fitter- you can go ahead. I will also offer different levels with the body conditioning, and F/S Pilates. Its a case of 'stick or twist', you can stop where you want to.

So c'mon Hay On Wye Gals. At least give these classes a try. I have so many positive comments from them, you could at least do one session! You'll be amazed at the changes they will make to your mind, body and soul. Get yourself some 'me' time (that's what got my interest in the first place!). Go into the zone and enjoy!

Aerobics 'Quad sqaud'


Hay-on-Wye Community Centre
Wednesday 5.45pm, £5 per session

Followed by Bootcamp - please see seperate page on site (£4.50 or less)

So don't forget - you can buy 10 fitness sessions on a ,card for £45 but get a free session making this £4.09. Singles are £5

I'll hold this price for as long as I can.

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