Pilates is a form of body conditioning that focuses on strengthening and stretching the whole body. Pilates can help improve posture, muscular strength, mobility, flexibility and breathing techniques as well as help relieve tension and stress. A variety of exercises are performed whilst focusing on technique and control from the core muscles. Each class will have a varied theme and will build upon skills as you learn week by week. , , Themes will include: , • Using core muscles effectively, • Practicing lateral breathing, • Practicing muscular strength and endurance exercises, • A working knowledge of how to improve standing posture, • A working knowledge of how to improve sitting posture, • Improving spinal mobility , • Improving balance, • Identifying how to work at a comfortable level depending on your own ability, , Your class will be held in our studio where you will benefit from practicing as part of a small group with individual attention., , After this short course you should be able to: Identify your core muscles and be able to use them in exercises; Put the essentials of good posture into practice in everyday life; Practice introductory Fundamental Pilates exercises; Have a working knowledge of some basic stretches that can be used at home as required to relieve everyday muscular tightness., , You will need to be able to follow verbal instructions, observe and copy physical movements and use spatial awareness within a group. Although there is no specific work set outside of the class, students will gain most benefit if exercises are performed regularly and practiced between classes., Pilates is suitable for people of all levels of fitness as it is a gentle low impact form of exercise., This Pilates mixed ability class in Broadstairs is suitable for beginners and people with some experience. You will be introduced to the Fundamentals of Pilates with opportunity to progress if you have prior experience; you will work at a level that suits your body. It
Name: Pilates for All Qualification title: Non regulated Community Learning provision, Sport, Leisure and Recreation Qualification type: Assessment Awarding Generic award - no awarding body Created 20160712 11:12:29 Updated 20160712 11:12:29
You will need comfortable clothing that allows ease of movement, preferably a T-shirt and soft trousers or leggings. A fleece may keep you snug when we relax. Denim jeans, formal trousers, skirts or dresses are not suitable for this activity. You will be exercising in socks or bare feet. You may be advised not to take part if you are not dressed appropriately. Students need to bring a hand towel or small head cushion. Please bring water and avoid eating a large meal prior to exercising. Mats are provided by your tutor or you may bring your own. Equipment required You will need comfortable clothing that allows ease of movement, preferably a T-shirt and soft trousers or leggings. A fleece may keep you snug when we relax. Denim jeans, formal trousers, skirts or dresses are not suitable for this activity. You will be exercising in socks or bare feet. You may be advised not to take part if you are not dressed appropriately. Students need to bring a hand towel or small head cushion. Please bring water and avoid eating a large meal prior to exercising. Mats are provided by your tutor or you may bring your own.
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Title: Non regulated Community Learning provision, Sport, Leisure and Recreation Qualification: Non regulated Community Learning provision, Sport, Leisure and Recreation Classification: Leisure, Travel and Tourism