Individual sessions
The first class will be a private session that includes an assessment and getting started on the fundamentals of Pilates that form the base of your programme. We encourage people to have several individual sessions if possible as it makes the transition into a group much easier. After the first class you may choose to have more private lessons or come in a group session. This is something you should discuss with your instructor at the end of your first session.

ACC
If you have had an accident that is covered by ACC you need to book in with a physiotherapist to be assessed and taken through exercises that address your particular problem. You will find that the experienced instructors can use the adaptability of Pilates apparatus to suit specific types of rehabilitation and give just the right resistance and manual assistance for all stages of your rehabilitation.

You may have several sessions with a physiotherapist and if you want to carry on with Pilates for injury prevention, general wellbeing or to manage a chronic problem your Pilates trained physiotherapist will advise you on which of the following options would be most suitable for you.

Studio Classes
In a studio class you are in a small supervised group of three to five people. You can book in to the studio times that suit you (see timetable below). You will be doing an hour of exercises recommended to address your particular needs and goals on the variety of equipment. You can also do some mat work, using small props and also use the small props available in the studio. The instructor supervising and helping the group will give you new challenges as you reach different areas and levels of competence. Everyone works at their own pace and there are a huge variety of exercises to keep you motivated, challenged, focused and relaxed!

Allegro Classes
Another option is to come to a Pilates Allegro Class. These classes are conducted with a group of three to five people using the Allegro Reformer, a Pilates machine that assists and accentuates execution of the exercises. The classes help develop core control, strength, flexibility, alignment, co-ordination and balance. As opposed to the studio class where you work at your own pace, the allegro class is a choreographed Pilates workout with all people in the class following the teachers instruction at the same time.
Each class includes exercises that progress through various positions from lying on your back to hands and knees, sitting, kneeling and standing. It is ideal if four people commit to regular classes so they can all simultaneously progress, but understandably there is flexibility to change classes if spaces are available. Many clients enjoy the group training dynamics in this unique conditioning programme.

Prior to participating in a class you need to have some individual or group sessions to familiarize yourself with essential Pilates principles and proper equipment usage to maximize results and safety. Once approved by an instructor you may start at Level I or II Allegro.

• Level I
  This class has the basic framework in which all proceeding levels build on. Its challenge lies in applying correct technique to achieve results and prepares you to advance to the next level.


• Level II and Level III
  These classes increase in difficulty through varied resistance, Pilates repertoire, speed of execution and more demanding co-ordination usage.

Timetable for Allegro, Studio Group and Mat classes
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