For more information please contact
Genine Patrick on 07940 243 231 or email info@head2toepilates.com

What is Pilates?

Pilates is a balanced blend of strength and flexibility training which improves posture, reduces stress and creates long, lean muscles without bulking up, by concentrating on your core stability providing you with a comprehensive head 2 toe workout for your body, suitable for all ages and all abilities.

Following a private one-hour health assessment, classes are run in courses of six weeks. PREGNANCY PILATES classes, PILATES FOR MEN and PRIVATE TUITION are also available.

Matwork Classes (Six Week Course)

Matwork classes are taught in groups of 12, this allows the instructor to correct and help each individual with their alignment. Each class is mixed ability; the exercises are adapted to suit the individual’s needs.

The exercises are performed in various positions from lying on your back, standing, side lying, sitting or four point kneeling. Each position challenging your strength and stability while increasing your mobility. Small pieces of equipment are used in the classes, stretch bands, weights, overballs, fit balls or foam rollers.

• 6 Week Course £51
• Before joining a 6 week matwork class, a 1.2.1 assessment must be carried out.

Please call 07940 243 231 to make an appointment.

Studio Sessions

A studio Session is an effective way of incorporating the Pilates equipment into your workout. Many people only experience the matwork side of Pilates. However, the pilates equipment was invented before the matwork and was designed to strenthen and balance your body before you performed the matwork. By using the equipment you will feel more of a connection to your deep core muscles as well as increasing your body awareness.

Each session is tailored to your individual needs. Incorporating both mat and machine based Pilates exercises challenging you with new exercises each week, encouraging progression and development.

The Pilates Reformer is designed to help you gain core stability, improving postural alignment by moving your limbs. The adjustable springs allow for progressive resistance, which helps to lengthen and strengthen the muscles rather than building bulk. It makes for an effective, no-impact stretching and toning workout that is friendly to the joints. Another pilates equipment is the Pilates chair (formerly known as Wunda Chair), it is a sprung chair to provide more resistance work. Most exercises are performed in a seated position improving your posture.

Each session has a maximum of 4 people to give the teacher a chance to correct and give feedback throughtout each session.
£19 for a 1 hour Session
Book a course of 5 Sessions and get £10 off

Pregnancy Pilates

Pilates is a very gentle way to exercise during pregnancy, pilates targets the tummy, back and pelvic floor muscles without straining other joints. Your tummy and pelvic floor muscles are put under increasing strain as your baby grows bigger so it is important to strenghen these muscles as well as learn how to release them for when you are ready for labour. Some of the classical pilates exercises are not suitable during pregnancy so the class has been modified to suit every stage of your pregnancy.

Many Pilates exercises are performed on your hands and knees, which is an ideal position for pregnancy. Adopting this position can take some of the strain off your back and pelvis, and, towards the end of your pregnancy, may help to get your baby into the right position for birth.

On your first session you pay £17, then for each week you attend you pay £8.50.

1.2.1 Assessment

This one hour assessment will provide you with the basic principles of Pilates. The assessment enables the instructor to assess your medical history and current health before joining a group class.

If you are living with stress, tension, pain or an old injury, this can limit your range of movement. In order to get the full benefits of Pilates, the exercise must be modified to suit the individual’s needs. Assessments are carried out Monday to Saturday by appointment only.

• 1 hour Assessment £38

To book your initial assessment and to check availability of classes, please call Genine Patrick 07940 243 231 or info@head2toepilates.com

FAQ’s

What to bring

All equipment is provided for you, please wear comfortable clothing which does not restrict your movement, the instructor will need to look at your alignment during your lesson.

Injury or Medical Condition

Please ensure you have permission from your Doctor or Medical Practitioner prior to your initial assessment. Before joining a class an enrolment form must be filled in.

Ante/Post – Natal Pilates

Pilates has great benefits during and after pregnancy, however, it is not advised between 8-14 weeks. After 14 weeks Pilates would be suitable. A 1.2.1 assessment must be carried out before joining a group class. Allow at least six weeks after childbirth before resuming or starting Pilates.

About your Instructor

Genine Patrick trained with Body Control Pilates in London in 2003. Since qualifying she has been on many courses to keep her teaching skills up to date, bringing new ideas into her classes on a regular basis. In the last 3 years she has worked closely with Physiotherapists to gain knowledge on pain management enabling her to help clients with their rehabilitation. Before becoming a Pilates Instructor she used to be a legal secretary and suffered with very poor posture and back pain, then she found Pilates.

Courses attended

• Intermediate Matwork,
• Advance Matwork
• Small equipment – Gym Ball, stretch band, foam roller, weights and overballs
• Pregnancy Pilates
• Reformer Beginner to Intermediate
• Various anatomy courses
• Reflexology Diploma

Terms and Conditions

Payment by cash or cheque made payable to Head 2 Toe Pilates. If classes are missed, make up sessions are available, subject to availability. Pre-paid sessions of 5 or 10 must be used within 3 months.

6 Week course must be paid in full in advance of the start date. This reserves your space in the class.

If payment is not received before the start of the course your space will be filled from the waiting list

A register is taken at every class, key as follows:-

• A – Attended.
• UTA - Unable to Attend, 24hour notice given, 6 week’s flexibility to make up this session.
• MU1 - 24hr notice could not be given, has one week to make up this lesson, will be void after one week.
• DNA - Did Not Attend, no notice given, unable to make up

If 24 hours is not given when cancelling a 1.2.1 a further appointment must be made within that week or a fee will be charged for cancellation.

Head 2 Toe Therapy

Reflexology

A form of massage, in which pressure is applied to certain parts of the feet and hands in order to promote relaxation in the body. Treatment is believed to be beneficial for circulation, digestion and respiratory problems. Along with complaints from migraines to back pain. It can also make a dramatic impact on stress levels as well as helping to restore hormonal imbalances.

• 1 hour treatment £30
• Pay for 4 treatments and get the 5th one FREE

Head Massage

Massaging the head can do much to relieve the stress and tension that fill our day to day lives. The technique involves controlled caresses, such as spider walk, root pull and comb and focuses mainly on the face and scalp. It can also continue down the upper back, neck shoulders and upper arms.

• ½ hour treatment £15
• Combination 1 hour treatment head, hands and feet £35