The Second Centred Self Pilates retreat which took place in December last year focussed on ‘Backs’.
We explored the spine and its components, learning about how things ought to be and what can go wrong.
We then tried different strategies for dealing with back issues including strengthening exercises, stretches, releases and walking well.
Three things you can do to help your back are: 1) stretch the calf muscles, 2) reduce shoe heals to a minimum, and 3) swing your arms when you walk!
Following the success of the first Centred Self Pilates Retreat, Andrea is planning further Retreats in the Autumn.
The first day of the series will be entitled ‘Posture Matters‘. So often we are told to improve our posture, but what exactly is ‘Posture’? How do we get one? And why does it matter? There are important bio-mechanical reasons for developing good posture and we will discuss how this can be achieved.
The next Event will focus on Back Issues, and will include a workshop led by a friendly local physiotherapist, chiropractor or osteopath willing to share their expert knowledge and experience with us on the day. After a class and workshop in the morning, we will hope to go for our usual walk in the afternoon and conclude with a stretch and breathe relaxation session.
We will ‘Walking for Wellbeing’ in November, and discuss how we walk – a relatively simple thing, you might think, but it is actually a very complicated process that can kill or cure various other ailments, aches and/or pains throughout the body.
Further Retreats will be ‘Focus on Feet’, and ‘YogaPilates Fusion’.
Please enquire via the Contact page to register your interest in finding out more about any of these events.
MasterClasses in Pilates will take place on various Saturdays in Newport Village Hall.
The Classes will be Intermediate level and therefore fast paced and challenging. They are open to all ages and abilities, but participants must be free from injury or restriction, and some Pilates experience is preferred. Classes will conclude with a stretch and relaxation and will last for up to 90 minutes.
Beginner workshops on occasional Saturday mornings – please enquire for details.
Are you new to Pilates? Are you curious to know what it’s all about? Come and dip your toe in the water and find out more. Workshops are aimed towards those recovering from illness or injury and also for all complete beginners who just want to get started.
Please enquire via the Contact page to register your interest in finding out more about any of these events.
Please note: All programs are subject to change.
Last Sunday we held our first ever Centred Self Retreat which was enthusiastically attended by 12 ladies and one gentleman! We spent the day in the beautiful and tranquil setting of the Abbey Barn at St Mark’s College, Audley End, Saffron Walden.
The day began with a Pilates class, followed by a discussion on feet, gait and walking well. We enjoyed a lovely lunch sitting outdoors in a rare glimpse of English Summer (well, it wasn’t raining which was great!) and then we all went for a walk to practise our ‘pushing back’ and to enjoy the big outdoors. After tea and cake, the day concluded with a stretch, breathe and relaxation session.
Everyone seemed to enjoy their day out and we will definitely be doing it again! Do get in touch if you’d like to hear about future events…