Breath

The breath is everything. Not only does it enhance the mind and body connection, it assists in helping maximise each exercise. When Joseph Pilates invented Contrology (it only became known as Pilates after his death), his sole intention was to make people breathe better.

Precision

Each exercise requires an alignment of body parts, constantly aiming for accuracy and technique in execution. Quality over quantity!

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Centering 

Our centre point, our 'Powerhouse', or our core is where each movement is sourced from.

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Control

Pilates changes the way you think about movement. As you progress, you recognise that your mind can make your muscles respond in the exact manner you wish! Slow controlled movement as opposed to moving quickly and losing precision.

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Concentration 

The beauty of Pilates is that even though you’re using your mind intently, you’re also on a little mental vacation from the cares of the world. ‘The mind controls the body’. Nothing is more important than the task at hand and Pilates becomes its own moving meditation.

Flow

A feeling of fluidity should be present throughout each motion. At no point is Pilates jerky. Exercises are done with ease.

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