Pilates Beginner’s Course

Never done Pilates before?

Tried Pilates but never felt you really got the hang of it ?

– this is the course for you.

A progressive course covering in detail the fundamentals of Pilates…
… and learn lots more

If you have never done Pilates before, or if you have tried but never felt that you really got the hang of it – then this is the course for you.

In a 3-week progressive course  you will cover in detail the fundamentals of Pilates…
… and learn lots more besides

Course Details

Beginner Course

In-Person Pilates Beginner

Three, 45-minute In-Person Sessions

Mondays:  8:15 – 9:00 pm

+ weekly revision videos

£33 Early Bird Discount! (Book By 22 Dec)

Kit for Class

  • Full body-length mat
  • 2 Hand Towels
  • For Zoom sessions – a dining chair

Check the Pilates4Life KitBag for tips on choosing the right mat for you.

Course Venue for In-Person

Uxbridge Community Centre
32b The Greenway
Uxbridge
UB8 2PJ
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tubeNearest Station – Uxbridge (Metropolitan, Piccadilly lines) – 15 mins

parkingLimited parking available at the venue. No parking restrictions in surrounding roads after 5pm

Course Dates

2024
3 - 17 Jun
Mon 8:15 pm
Greenway

£35.00Add to basket

Terms & Conditions

You can read our Terms & Conditions of Booking here: Terms & Conditions

Three, 45-minute In-Person Sessions

Mondays: 8:15 – 9 pm

+ weekly revision video

£33

with Early-Bird discount until 22 December

Uxbridge Community Centre
32b The Greenway
Uxbridge
UB8 2PJ

tubeNearest Station – Uxbridge (Metropolitan, Piccadilly lines) – 15 mins

parkingFree parking available at the venue and in surrounding streets after 5pm.

Brunel Sports Park
Kingston Lane
Uxbridge
UB8 3PW

tubeNearest Station – Uxbridge (Metropolitan, Piccadilly lines) – 25 mins

parkingFree parking available at the venue

Kit for Class

  • Full body-length mat
  • 2 Hand Towels
  • For Zoom sessions – a dining chair

Check the Pilates4Life KitBag for tips on choosing the right mat for you.

We normally run 6 Beginner Courses each year.

Each new course is released when the previous course is sold out or completed.

If you would like us to notify you when the next course is available to book, then join our Guest List and we will email you the details.

2024
3 - 17 Jun
Mon 8:15 pm
Greenway

£35.00Add to basket

Here’s What You Will Learn

How to correct your Posture - stand and sit comfortably, look more confident, elegant and younger

How to find and Contract your Core Muscles - strengthen and support your back

How to move freely with proper Alignment of the Spine and Joints

How to Breathe - improve how you feel physically and mentally

How to take ownership of your condition and improve it

the definitive way to learn pilates

After the Course You Will Be ...

Competent in the fundamentals of Pilates and basic exercises

Ready to Graduate to a Pilates Level 1 Class - In-Person or Zoom

Knowledgeable about your own body and how it works

Able to avoid back problems and other aches and pains

Ready to Move Often, Move Well

Ready to forgive Mary's weakness for chocolate and alcohol 🙂

Course Reviews

Individual Attention

Places are limited to 12 students
everyone starts, and learns, together

Top Quality Teaching

Throughout the course you will benefit from Mary's tremendous experience and know that you are in safe hands.

Online Support

Exclusive Member's Only website with Hints & Tips, plus video support

Each week you will focus on a different aspect of Pilates and build a repertoire of Classical Pilates Exercises.

Each movement is fully explained so that you understand why you should do it, what your goal is, and the key teaching points to make Pilates safe and effective for you.

Any Questions?

Here's What We Are Often Asked

About the Course
What should I wear?

Loose, comfortable clothing – track suit type is great.  No special shoes as we work barefoot or in socks.

Do you sell the mats?

We work with Amazon to offer a range of mats. Check the Pilates4Life KitBag for tips on choosing the right one for you.

Can I do a taster class?

You are very welcome to watch a session to see what Pilates actually involves, but it’s not a good idea to join in. Half way up a mountain is not the place to learn to ski.

What if I can't make all the classes?

Each session of the course covers different material, so if you miss a class you will miss out.

If you miss 1 class you can probably catch up, but if you miss 2 classes you are unlikely to graduate to Level 1 as you won’t have covered enough of the fundamentals to be safe.

The Right Course for Me?
I am really fit, do I need to do the Beginner's Course?

Pilates is quite unlike any other exercise regime and it is vital that you learn the Method before attempting the movements themselves.  Once learned, you will find that your training and sports performance are improved and your chances of injury reduced.

I am pregnant, can I still do the course?

Yes, provided you are less than 8 weeks (first pregnancy), or less than 6 weeks (subsequent pregnancies) at the time the course starts. You can find out more in our Pilates 4 Pregnancy article with more information on Pilates for mums-to-be.

I have done yoga, so do I need to do this course?

Pilates and Yoga are fundamentally different disciplines (although some exercises do look similar).   If you are new to Pilates the best advice is to learn it properly – regardless of your previous Yoga experience.

I have done Pilates from DVDs so can I start at Level 1?

An essential part of the Beginner’s Course is having an expert to check and correct your alignment and core connection. You will also learn which exercises are best for you and more about your strengths and weaknesses.

I am 73, am I too old?

No! You are still a youngster! Some members would “admit” to being 70+ and there are one or two who have met the four score target plus 10! Amazing!

I have problems kneeling - can I still do the course?

In Pilates, an experienced instructor can adapt ANY Movement to accommodate mobility restrictions. However, it is difficult to teach these adaptations at the same time as teaching a group of Beginners. If in doubt, please Contact Us.

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