WELCOME TO LOTUS PILATES AND YOGA A PLACE OF PRIVATE CLASSES TO SUIT YOU
Yoga
Yoga is ideal for continuous flowing exercises which can be linked together to form increasing levels of difficulty to strengthen and balance all parts of the body. Breathing and cardio-vascular health is stressed also with the importance of relaxation and mental wellbeing. It is an all-round practice that works on strength, flexibility and balancing body and mind. It helps us to become fitter and leaner or to help a nagging back problem. Benefits include: increased strength, healthier lungs and heart, lower blood pressure, improved digestion, sounder sleep, and a stronger immune system.Yoga emphasises on bringing body and mind together through the breath. One of the key aspects of yoga is focusing on the present moment without distraction and allowing the monkey chitter chatter in the mind to feel at ease. The classes begin with understanding the basic asanas/poses then become a combination of flowing movements working on different areas of the body. Classes may focus on detoxifying twist, relieving back tension some breath work, release shoulder tension…we cover many different areas in class and each week changes. I will always encourage you to try something new but it’s your class so experience as much or as little as you wish. We finish class with relaxation and occasional visualisations.
Pilates
Increasing strength without increasing bulk, Pilates exercises are typically done very slowly and therefore strength increases but also control. The slow speed is wickedly deceptive and exercises the muscles completely with no impact on the connective tissues. When we talk about using core muscles we are referring to your back, abdominal and pelvic muscles.If you want to reshape, re balance and realign then Pilates is for you. This form of exercise is non-impact, with the majority of the positions carried out on a mat. You will be taught the Pilates Technique and will then learn to master the breathing and muscle work skills. The result will be a toned and reshaped figure. Each position is explained in detail and you will be encouraged to work at your own personal level. Pilates focuses on building your body’s core strength and improving your posture through a series of low repetition, low impact stretching and conditioning exercises. When we talk about using core muscles we are referring to your back, abdominal and pelvic muscles. Through Pilates, you will be able to develop these muscles in supporting your body and at the same time toning your stomach and thigh muscles. The classes begin with the basic understanding of contracting the correct muscles and each exercise can develop further as you gain more understanding and core strength. We finish class with a short relaxation.
Work together with me to reach your goals
at your own
PACE
I am able to give you a specialised class allowing us to work together and at your own pace. I offer you to establish your own good practice, and you can take with you as much as you wish in to your daily life.
We at Lotus Pilates and Yoga provide private Yoga and Pilates sessions they can be a combination of both forms or one. Its an hour to do as you wish it is all about YOU!
The 121’s are a great for having a class at a time that suits your lifestyle, the sessions are held in the studio in Heybridge which has everything you need. The sessions are tailored to meet your own level, fitness goal and personal achievements.
As a beginner you can learn the fundamentals with confidence in moving on to a group class if that is your chosen direction. This also gives you an opportunity to find any adaptations and adjustments your body may want or need to make.
If you already have are at an intermediate or advanced level it offers you the options to work on routines that may challenge you allowing to deepen your practise and postures.
A dedicated and personal teacher is able to correct you postures answer questions and support your goals in a personal environment.
We have ample parking.