for Real People, with Real Bodies
WHY REALISTIC PILATES?
Realistic Pilates is an accessible, dynamic and contemporary approach to Pilates Body Conditioning. Pilates is a method of body conditioning, which was developed over 80 years ago by Joseph Pilates.
My Realistic way of teaching Pilates is to encourage my clients to develop a healthy self-image, through the development of better posture, proper co-ordination, breathing and improved flexibility. As a direct result of this innovative approach, clients often experience improvements in confidence, self-esteem and self-awareness resulting in a new zest for life!
My classes are mat based and suitable for complete beginners or those completely new to exercise, with a focus on keeping your body safe whilst challenging your core muscles to improve strength, posture and flexibility. Many of our class members also find spending that time on the mat to connect with your body a very relaxing way to quiet and focus the mind.
As the classes are suitable for complete beginners and multi levels, many of our members have been coming for quite some time once they start to feel and see the benefits of Pilates. Head over to the Testimonials page to find out how Pilates has helped them!
At first glance, Realistic Pilates may seem to be a gentle and easy form of exercise; however its combination of strengthening and mobility moves can create a very intense and highly beneficial workout. High fitness levels or great suppleness are not a necessary pre-requisite for Pilates. In fact, Realistic Pilates enhances both of these conditions, whilst strengthening the ‘core muscles’ within the torso. Realistic Pilates also develops breathing control, co-ordination and stability of the body, changing muscle lengths, relaxing and re-balancing the body.
For rehabilitation after injury or for more individual attention, one to one sessions are highly recommended. Get in touch to enquire!
A BIT ABOUT ME
I have always suffered with back ache and pain since my teens, never really knowing the root cause. I then started taking Realistic Pilates classes with Yvonne based in Glenrothes around 9 years ago and as the months went on I found my core strength & posture improving & my back pain becoming less and less.
I was hooked and never really looked back, no matter what treatment I tried Pilates never let me down and it was the only thing that truly helped! I became more interested in the anatomy and muscles and how everything worked and so organically...
In 2018 I began my Level 3 Diploma in Mat Pilates with Fiona Brown at The Energywise Academy as I wanted to learn the same “less is more” and safe style of teaching that had worked for me.
In 2019 I left my full time job of 7 years and took the leap to teach Pilates full time.
I am passionate about helping others, and I absolutely love teaching. To see your clients improve week after week is the best feeling as a teacher! To give someone that confidence and help them improve their quality of life is just the best gift!
