Stretch, move and bend to work your physical strength, stamina and core with our Pilates class in Edinburgh.
Our Pilates classes at Village Gym Edinburgh will improve your flexibility, posture and balance with a low impact, full body workout.
Our Edinburgh members say our Pilates class leaves them feeling relaxed, revived and refreshed. What's not to love about that?
Our Pilates classes focus on control, breathing techniques and new ways to move your body for a full body workout.
Using your body for resistance to target key areas including the back, upper body and core, our Pilates class will help to improve strength and tone for a sleeker physique.
- A great full body toning session, our Edinburgh Pilates class will work your core, legs and upper body using carefully choreographed, low intensity movements.
- As Pilates doesn't put unnecessary pressure on the joints, it's popular with our older Edinburgh members and those who experience back pain.
- If you're keen to work on your flexibility and posture, and tone the body, you'll love the results you'll get from our Pilates class.
- The perfect way to join our community of Edinburgh Pilates fanatics!
The low impact techniques used in our pilates class at Village Gym Edinburgh makes it a great all over body workout for all ages and abilities.
Many members suffering from lower back pain or osteoporosis choose our pilates class, thanks to the gentle movements and low pressure on the joints.
Our pilates class is a great choice for anyone who loves the community feel of a group workout, those trying to lose weight or members who want a fun way to tone up.
Pilates classes are about fluid, gentle movements, so you'll want to wear something that lets your body stretch and move freely.
We've put together a few pointers on the perfect workout wardrobe to ensure you hit our Edinburgh pilates studio dressed for success.
Pilates was created by German carpenter and gymnast, Joseph Pilates. He wanted to help injured dancers and soldiers maintain their fitness levels, without risk of further injury.
Joseph Pilates believed that physical and mental health were well connected. As do we at Village Gym Edinburgh!
In the 1920's he opened a Pilates studio in New York. It's since become a staple fitness class in studios across the world!
Our pilates class at Village Gym Edinburgh is designed for members who want to transform the way their body looks, feels and moves.
Attending regular pilates classes will help to improve the strength and tone of your body, as you work towards shaping a sleek physique, firmer thighs, tighter glutes and flatter abs.
The hundred (while focussing on breathing, we'll target core strength to improve stability)
The roll up (a gentle, well-controlled move to stretch the spine and strengthen abs)
Leg circles (pilates movements to strengthen the hips and core muscles)
Rolling ball (this move will massage the spine and open up the back)
Series of 5 (a series of pilates moves designed to strengthen the core and back muscles)
The principles of Pilates cover six key areas...
Pilates was originally called ‘Contrology’ , because controlled movements are crucial to maintaining proper pilates form. To ensure optimum body control, you'll need to really think about how your body moves.
Full concentration on your movements will ensure you get the very best of out your pilates class at Village Gym Edinburgh. It's about focussing on which muscles you're using and how they work to complete each move.
The Powerhouse is made up of your core muscles - abs, lower back, pelvic floor, glutes and hip muscles to be exact. Your pilates movements will all come from these core areas.
Whilst breathing doesn't take too much thought, breathing properly takes a little concentration. We'll practice your breathing technique during your pilates class, leaving you more relaxed, less stressed and with bags more energy.
Every pilates motion should be done with precision. By aligning your body in the correct way, you'll be able to move smoothly and maintain your balance.
Each Pilates move should be smooth and graceful. One move should flow straight into the next. Find your flow, so that the transition between your moves is fluid, and your body is constantly moving.
You'll get a lot more from your Edinburgh pilates class than just a fun workout! Our pilates class offers a number of great benefits too...
Banish The Bingo Wings
Pilates is a great option for strengthening the upper arms, tightening your glutes and toning up any wobbly bits!
Elongate Leg Muscles
Many models and dancers choose pilates as it elongates the arm and leg muscles, giving you a leaner, slimmer look.
Got Your Back
Lower-back pain can often be the result of weak abdominal muscles and bad posture. Our Edinburgh pilates class will work on your core and improve posture which will help to relieve lower back pain.
Stress Relief
Attending regular pilates classes can help to reduce stress and improve stress-related conditions such as insomnia and anxiety.
Improve Focus
The breathing techniques you'll practice during a pilates class will help to relax the mind and body, restore calm and improve your concentration.
Perfect Your Performance
If you're a tennis fan or golf lover, regularly enjoying one-sided sports like this can cause misalignment in the body.
Our Pilates class will help to properly align your body, develop muscular symmetry to improve your posture.
Pilates For PreNatal
Pilates is a great choice of fitness class for pregnant women, as it helps to align the spine and pelvis. Perfect for both post and pre-natal women who want to maintain their fitness levels, strengthen pelvic muscles or prepare for childbirth.
Energy Boost
Our pilates class will help to improve blood circulation, giving you a much-needed energy boost and helping you to feel more alert.
Of course, we offer much more than Pilates! A look at our fitness facilities in Edinburgh...
Gym
Warm up before your Pilates class with the latest, state-of-the-art cardio and resistance equipment as well as spacious free weight and stretching areas.
Swimming Pool
Our 20m heated pool is perfect for a cool down after your Pilates class, or as a workout in itself. Afterwards, chill out in the whirlpool, steam room and sauna.
Classes
Aside from Pilates, Village Gym Edinburgh offers a number of holistic fitness classes including Yoga, BodyBalance, Barre and Tai Chi.
TAKE YOUR SEATS
With 40 bikes, Village Gym Edinburgh provides the perfect setting for your instructor-led or virtual cycle class, with shorter classes also available for those limited on time.
Technogym
Track your progress with the latest Technogym equipment and receive personalised training routines and motivation while working out to your own music.
Our Social Scene
Pilates fans unite! When it comes to socialising, our Edinburgh members have got it covered. Wind down after your pilates class with something chilled in the Village Pub, grab a light bite in the restaurant or make those weekend plans over a Starbucks.
Member Benefits
Village Gym Edinburgh provides a great selection of member benefits including discounts on food and drink at The Village Grill and The Village Pub, reduced room rates and exclusive access to our member benefits programme for high street discounts.
BodyBalance
A yoga based fitness class designed to increase flexibility and strength.
Raise The Barre
Our Barre workouts, designed by Les Mills, are accessible to all fitness and flexibility levels.
Combining classic ballet positions with high repetitions of slight movements using very light weights, Barre can improve posture and help shape your body.
The benefits of a Pilates class
The health benefits of a holistic class go way beyond the toning and strengthening results you'll gain from many other fitness classes.
You'll get them too, plus a bumper crop of other wellness-boosting effects...
Yoga
Improve your posture, strength and flexibility with our Yoga class.
Book your Pilates class at Village Gym Edinburgh via the Member's Area...
Pilates to your heart's content, with a range of memberships to suit your style and your schedule. Keep it consistent with a 12 month membership, feel the flexibility of a rolling monthly package or pay us a flying visit with a day pass. Your fitness journey, your way.
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