Mat Pilates
Pilates is taught on the mat. There are several opportunities to take pilates classes. The classes are for all levels, whether you are an absolute beginner or more experienced, young or old, everyone is welcome!
Group lessons
In this class, pilates is taught in a group of up to 12 people.
Online classes - Coming soon
It is also possible to take pilates classes in the comfort and safety of your own home with the online classes.
What you need.
- (Sports) clothes you can move comfortably in
- Towel
- Bottle of water
Pilates is performed on socks or bare feet, so sports shoes aren't necessary. Mats are provided on site, although you are free to bring your own.
What is Pilates?
Pilates originated in 1900 and was developed by Joseph Pilates. At this time, pilates was a fitness form aimed primarily at dancers. Today, pilates is suitable for anyone who likes to exercise, whether you are a beginner or advanced. The renewed method assumes that everything is interconnected. From muscles to connective tissue.
Pilates is a form of exercise that focuses primarily on your powerhouse (core). By training these deep muscles you create a stable core. You work on posture, coordination, control, balance, breathing, flexibility and strength.
The method is based on 6 principles.
Breathing: By breathing (and not holding the breath) you get enough oxygen which helps create strength to perform the exercise.
Centering: the center of your body, also known as your powerhouse, provides a solid foundation to get better athletic performance. Your powerhouse consists of the deep back muscles, transverse abdominals, diaphragm muscle and pelvic floor muscle.
Concentration: Being aware of what you are doing. What muscles are you using, where do you feel it, what are you tensing? By being concentrated, the exercises will provide a more effective and intense outcome.
Control: Be in control of your body. Classes focus on performing the exercises correctly and in control for the best outcome. This also prevents injury.
Flow: Making the exercises flow smoothly. This way you use your whole body and develop some coordination.
Precision: Performing the exercises as precisely as possible. We work on the correct positioning and posture of the body, tight lines through the correct tightening of muscles and performing a full range of motion as precisely as possible and in a flow.