Mother & Toddler Pilates

Actively play with your toddler whilst getting in shape

• Take the decisive step to get your figure back
• Strengthen your core strength and improve your posture
• Bespoke sessions that are designed to stimulate your children’s minds and bodies

All classes are small and friendly with an instructor that specialises in pre and postnatal Pilates and has a PGCE, DBS and First Aid

Stimulate your toddler with Brain Gym activities.

The 26 Brain Gym activities are claimed to improve eye teaming (binocular vision), spatial and listening skills, hand–eye coordination, and whole-body flexibility, and by doing this manipulate the brain, improving learning and recall of information.

Mother & Baby Pilates Classes

Actively engage with your baby whilst exercising

• Take the decisive step to get your figure back
• Strengthen your core strength and improve your posture
• Bespoke sessions that are designed to stimulate your baby’s senses learning and development

Visit our dedicated Sensory Room

Our dedicated Sensory Room has lights, bubbles, sounds, movement to nursery rhythms and moving streamers for activities that stimulate your baby’s senses.

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Pilates in School

Primary and Junior School Pilates

MOOREPilates have developed specialised courses that we can now deliver in schools. All courses are tailor made to your school and your pupils needs.

What is included:

1. Workshops that challenge learners balance and coordination skills
2. Before and after school clubs for learners
3. Termly courses that are aimed at learners that have identified SEN

We fuse adapted Pilates exercises with a brain gym to help learners improve academic performance through the following:

• Play based learning which is fun
• Develop self-responsibility
• Feeling appreciated and valued
• Increase coordination skills
• Taking control of their own learning
• Develop creativity and self-expression
• Building an awareness of the value of movement in daily life

We bring the specialised small equipment to your school which will include bands, rollers, balls and resistance circles. Our small equipment challenges and develops body awareness, coordination and strength that can be transferred into everyday activities. All exercises are easily differentiated, allowing everyone to achieve and progress through the course in a non-competitive environment.

If you have any questions or queries, please do not hesitate to contact studio@moorepilates.co.uk

 

Secondary School Pilates

We can develop and deliver courses that are tailor made to your schools and learners needs that include:

1. A six week SOW that could be delivered within the PE curriculum
2. Before and after school clubs for learners and/or staff
3. Courses that develop confidence for learners that have poor self-esteem and body image issues

We have noticed that there is an increase in young adults with poor posture as a result of bad postural habits, low self-esteem and confidence.  This causes immediate discomfort and can create more serious health issues in the future.  Pilates has proven to rectify these postural habits, as the technique re-aligns the skeleton and surrounding muscles, which helps the body to become strong and balanced.
The courses are based upon the Pilates principles and recognized repertoire, we bring the specialized small equipment to school which include bands, rollers, balls and resistance circles.  This equipment challenges and develops the learners body awareness, strength, stamina and flexibility while having fun at the same time.  All exercises are easily differentiated, allowing everyone to achieve and progress through the course in a non-competitive environment.  We are also able to incorporate as much anatomy and physiology into the course as you require.  We are able to provide equipment for groups of up to 20 learners with ease. 

The alternative is that you could bring your learners to the studio which is located in Stoke Road on the boarders of Slough and Stoke Poges, where learners will be able to use the specialised Pilates machines for groups of up to 12 learners.

If you have any questions or queries, please do not hesitate to contact studio@moorepilates.co.uk

Course Content

The Level 3 Diploma in Pilates is a comprehensive course that will provide you with the foundation to either teach matwork or use it as a stepping stone to becoming a fully certified instructor. This course is recognised by CYQ and REPS. The course is broken down into the following units:

1. Principles of exercise, fitness and health
2. Anatomy and physiology for exercise and health
3. Supporting clients who take part in exercise and physical activity
4. Health, safety and welfare in a fitness environment
5. Principles of Pilates Matwork
6. Programme Pilates Matwork
7. Instructing Pilates Matwork

During the course you will develop the necessary skills and knowledge to:

• Teach, modify and adapt the full Matwork repertoire in relation to your clients needs and goals
• Assess, identify and then rectify your clients postural defaults through safe and effective programming
• Acquire the necessary teaching skills to help improve and enhance your client's movement quality

Assessment

Your assessment in broken down into the following:

• Coursework
• Portfolio of Evidence
• Practical Demonstration / Assignment

Multiple Choice Examination Courses are held at the weekend over a period of three months. The cost of the course is £1450.00.

If you are interested in apply for the course please contact studio@moorepilates.co.uk, stating why you would like to be a Pilates Instructor as well as a list of your previous relevant qualifications and experience.

We look forward to hearing from you.

MOOREPilates is a fully functioning machine studio so we are able to support students outside their nominated learning hours through:

• Allowing students studio time to practise the exercises taught in a professional teaching environment support by a qualified Pilates Instructor.
• Students will also have access to the studio equipment to practise the exercises enabling them to demonstrate them proficiently in a class setting.
• Students will be able to take part in machine classes to experience a range of teaching styles.

Our Essential Reformer Course is validation by Active IQ.

Aim:
To train learners to a professionally competent level, enabling them to prescribe, plan and deliver safe and effective machine Pilates classes.

Objectives:

• To be able to plan a safe group reformer session taking into consideration clients posture, goals and aspirations, Pilates principles and fundamentals.
• To be able to deliver a safe group reformer session taking into consideration clients posture, goals and aspirations, Pilates principles and fundamentals.
• To be able to communicate effectively and positively using a variety of learning styles.
• To be able to evaluate the session effectively concluding with a clear aim and purpose for the consecutive session.

There are 12 contact teaching hours that take place over one weekend.

Then there are a minimum of 40 self-directed teaching hours comprised of the following:

• Observe and participate in reformer classes.
• Practise the exercises to be able to teach these fluently.
• Teach under a qualified Pilates Instructor.

Assessment

This qualifications comprises of successful completion of the following:

• Session Plan
• Delivering a 1 hour machine class
• Evaluation of the machine class
• Health and Safety documentation (Client questionnaire forms)

All components will be assessed internally and then doubled marked by an external verifier.

Pre – requisites

• Level 3 Diploma in Matwork Pilates
• Experience of machine Pilates is highly recommended.
• The course requires physical exertion and individual participation is essentials, therefore a degree of physical fitness is necessary.
• The course require a good level of communication skills.

 

If you are interested in apply for the course please contact studio@moorepilates.co.uk, stating why you would like to be a Pilates Instructor as well as a list of your previous relevant qualifications and experience.

We look forward to hearing from you.

Mission Statement

MOOREPilates is dedicated to improving their client’s wellbeing through high quality personalised teaching utilising the specialised Pilates knowledge and equipment. We believe Pilates is an intelligent form of exercise that is inclusive to EVERYONE.

Vision

MOOREPilates is dedicated to helping clients develop an awareness of their body so that they are able to improve posture, core strength and flexibility. Pilates builds strength from the inside out. By training the complex muscles which lie in the torso, pelvis and shoulder girdle and through proper alignment, improved breathing and fluid movement, strength and functional fitness is increased. MOOREPilates believes in training clients using this approach to improve client’s general health and day to day wellbeing.

Samantha Moore

Samantha is director of MOOREPilates, is an ex-dancer and has suffered many long term injuries through her career. Through training and practicing Pilates she has managed to lead a pain free and active lifestyle, ultimately forming the driving force behind MOOREPilates.

The small and dedicated team at the studio believes in the Joseph Pilates technique for everyone and teaches it with passion. MOOREPilates is very involved in all areas of community life, working within schools, running classes for children, working with athletes and generally individuals from all walks of life regardless of their background, fitness or ability.

All members of staff are qualified Pilates instructors from international leading Pilates training providers, including the Pilates Foundation, Pilates Precision and STOTTS.

What’s the difference between Pilates and Yoga?

Pilates mainly concentrates on cultivating core strength in the body and lengthening the spine. Also, Pilates is a valuable tool for increasing strength, definition and proper posture. Yoga aims to work the body equally and unite the body with mind and spirit. Yoga is often considered therapeutic, when compared to Pilates, as it helps people find harmony and release stress. Yoga has many different styles, but all are generally performed in a group setting on a yoga mat with the aid of a yoga instructor. Pilates has a full component of matwork, but it also incorporates work on Pilates machines which help build a longer, leaner, dancer-like physique.

Will Pilates help me lose weight?

Pilates is famous for creating long, lean, fit bodies. There are many ways that doing Pilates supports weight loss and a trimmer appearance:

• Exercise burns calories. How many calories you burn depends on your body type and your level of exertion.
• Creating lean muscle mass, as Pilates does, is one of the best ways to increase your calorie-burning potential.
• Pilates tones and shapes the body.
• One of the best ways to look and feel thinner is to have beautiful posture. Pilates creates a leaner look by emphasising both length and good alignment.
• Pilates promotes deep and efficient respiration, which is essential for calorie burning and tissue regeneration.
• Engaging in an exercise program, like Pilates, promotes self-esteem and heightened lifestyle consciousness.

Both are associated with weight loss. Pilates is an enlivening workout that can help sustain energy levels throughout your day. However, it is not usually done as aerobic exercise. Therefore, some people enjoy combining Pilates with aerobic/cardio exercise in order to maximize their weight loss.

Do I have to be in shape to do Pilates?

No! Anyone can start Pilates and any level. It will be catered to meet you where you are. In fact, we like it when clients find us and are just beginning their journey in Pilates. Then we can teach them the language of Pilates from the beginning.

What’s the difference between working out on the equipment and the Pilates Mat classes?

Mat classes really focus on core work and require you to support your body and are very challenging. Pilates equipment gives you a frame to work within that is often more helpful than mat but can be more challenging when springs are added or taken away. Working on the equipment can also target and tone specific areas of your body very efficiently.

What is involved in the Initial Private session? Is it just a consultation or am I going to get a workout?

It is a consultation with a Private Pilates Instructor and also a workout. During the session the instructor will assess your specific body needs and personal goals and begin to teach you the fundamentals of Pilates. Because it is new, you will be working slowly and it is a great challenge. You’re going to love it and your instructor will recommend what the next step is for you such as more private sessions, mat classes or group reformer, etc.

Which is a better workout, Mat or Reformer?

Both are fantastic workouts and complement each other. Mat is challenging because you are on your own and have to control and challenge your body with just that, your body and mind. Reformer is a great workout because you have the machine to support you and also the added weight with springs to really work on specific areas of your body and challenge it. People like them for different reasons and it is a personal choice. Doing both is the traditional way of practicing Pilates.

How often should I do Pilates each week?

The ideal practice of Pilates is 3 times per week. However, you need to take into consideration – time, finances, stress level and burning out. We suggest starting with one session (100% more than you are doing now!) and adding more sessions when you can. You can also try a Mat or Group Reformer class, providing you are approved to do so. You will see results quickly if you do more sessions each week.

Can I take mat classes instead of an Initial Private session if I’ve done Pilates before?

We recommend doing the Initial Private even if you have done Pilates before so you can brush up on your Pilates, get a great deal and do a Private with a teacher who will guide you to the right class for your level.

Why is there a 48 hour cancellation policy? What if I get sick or have an emergency?

We have a 48 hour cancellation policy because we are a professional studio and our teachers reserve the time and keep it available for each client. They are booked by the hour in each shift. 48 hours allows the studio and teacher to book another client and fill that void. We know that unforeseen emergencies come up. However, traffic, work and being under the weather are cancellations so please always cancel ahead of time if you foresee that happening.

How long before I see changes in my body?

In less than one month you will feel a difference and hopefully even see one. Everyone responds differently but wonderful changed will happen if you commit to doing Pilates every week! “10 sessions- Feel the difference. 20 sessions- See the difference. 30 sessions- Have a new body!” -Joseph Pilates

Is Pilates only focused on the core?

Everything you do in Pilates is supported from the core (transverse abdominals, pelvic floor, spinal muscles and diaphragm make up the core). Pilates also focuses on breath, balance, flexibility, coordination, control, stamina, toning, posture and overall health.

I want 6 pack abs. Will Pilates help me achieve that?

Pilates will do that and much more by creating a balanced approach to core strengthening that will tone your abdominal muscles and cinch in your waist.

Do you have a lot of male clients? Do they take the group classes (reformer and mat)?

Yes we have a growing number of male clients. And they take all of our classes!

I recently had surgery. Can I take Pilates?

Yes, depending on what type of surgery. We do require a medical release from your doctor and then an instructor will work with you to begin strengthening and getting back to your best self

Pilates Principles

Centring

Before any outer movement, we aim to initiate our movement from the Centre. This takes a little time and practice initially to engage the core muscles of the pelvis, abdominals and back, just enough to support the movement but without creating undue tension. This internal effort is unique to the Pilates method and is the secret behind the flat stomach, defined waistline and beautiful posture, which can be the by-product of regular Pilates practice.

Breathing

Pilates breathing or “thoracic breathing.” means breathing into the back and sides of the ribcage in an effort to improve our lung capacity and breathing efficiency. This enables the abdominals to remain engaged to support the spine and pelvis throughout movement. The rhythm of breath flows naturally, as you prepare for movement on the inhalation and make the movement on the exhalation. Although feeling challenging to start with, with a little practice many clients find this is one of the key elements contributing to their sense of wellbeing and rejuvenation after class.  

Flowing

Pilates movement should be fluid and controlled without jerkiness or unwanted tension. Joseph Pilates original matwork sequence was a continuous flowing series of exercises aimed at conditioning the body in a holistic way. Contemporary Pilates teaching often enables this original series of exercises to be modified and adapted to suit different client needs and levels of ability. However the essence of flowing movement is still one of the fundamental Pilates principles, as relaxed effort is a state which enables the mind and body to work in harmony.

Concentration

By taking time to focus on our body during Pilates classes, rather than taking it for granted, we use a variety of cues to help us move in a way that is more beneficial to our body’s natural needs. Eventually this internal focus becomes second nature and our body just knows a better way to move.

Control

Each movement of each Pilates exercise requires complete control of your body by your mind. There should be no sudden, meaningless, or haphazard movements during your Pilates workout, it is a mind body connection. This is why the Pilates method is such a safe exercise regimen. Exercise without awareness and control can lead to injury.

Precision

Each exercise in the Pilates method has a purpose and a goal. Therefore, as you approach each exercise precision is required to execute the exercise as perfectly as possible and retrain damaging movement patterns.  As Joseph Pilates used to say "honour every movement".  Most of the exercises in Pilates are very low repetition, thus you must focus on doing a few precise perfect repetitions.

The Equipment Explained

Reformer

The reformer is a bed-like frame with a flat platform/carriage, which rolls back and forth on wheels within the frame. The carriage is attached to one end of the reformer by a set of springs which provide differing levels of resistance as the carriage is pushed or pulled along the frame. The carriage has shoulder blocks that keep a practitioner from sliding off the end of the reformer as they push or pull the carriage.

The reformer also has long straps with handles on them that are attached to the top end of the frame. Body weight and resistance of the springs are what make the carriage more or less difficult to move. Reformers parts are adjustable for differing body sizes and for differing levels of skill making it very vesitile. The reformer can train many parts and dynamics of the body in so many different ways with just one relatively sleek piece of equipment.

Cadillac

This is the ultimate in adding a gravity challenge to your workout. As a piece of equipment it looks pretty intimidating - it is about 6 feet tall. When folks first see it they often laugh uncomfortably and joke that it looks like a medieval torture device. You can isolate almost every muscle group on the machine, it is an excellent tool for breaking down motion into small pieces to restore correct motion patterns.

Stability Chair

The Pilates chair is basically a box with one side that can be pressed down against the resistance of springs, like a large pedal. Sometimes the pedal portion is divided into two parts that can be worked independently. Though the basic design is simple, there are a myriad of exercises that can be performed on the Pilates chair. It is excellent for strengthening the core muscles, of course, and also the arms and legs. Exercises are done lying, sitting, and standing on the chair, as well as from positions to the sides of the chair. One can expect a lot of stability and flexibility work on the chair.

Ladder Barrel

Each has a rounded barrel-like surface that helps isolate deep postural muscles and challenges the body on all planes of movement. As the name suggests the Pilates Ladder Barrel consists of ladder-like rungs and rounded barrel-like surface on which a multitude of stretching, strengthening and flexibility exercises can be performed. The ladder rungs – four to six in total – are also adjustable to facilitate varying levels of fitness. As we advance in age, the muscles keep on weakening. This causes our spine to lose its natural curve. The Pilates Barrel strengthens the abdominal, back and shoulder muscles to keep the spine strong and supple. The chest opens up, shoulders straighten, and the hump back (if any) can disappear.