Agewell fitness courses
Why not try our Agewell course to improve your health and fitness? Choose from Flexibility, Yoga and meditation or Pilates for Beginners
Next Start: | 17/09/2024 |
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Day: | Tuesday |
Time: | 14:00 - 15:00 |
Availability: | No |
Venue: | Macbeth Centre |
Fees: |
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Date: | 17/09/2024 - 03/12/2024 |
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Day: | Tuesday |
Time: | 14:00 - 15:00 |
Weeks: | 11 |
Venue: | MAC |
Code: | AW1133 |
Enrol: | Offline |
Pilates is a mat-based exercise programme which focuses on posture, body alignment and breathing. Initially the emphasis will be on correct execution of the exercises, understanding 'core stability' and breathing. Movements are slow and controlled to lengthen and strengthen muscles. As the course progresses, the exercises become more demanding and the tutor will advise individuals on alternative ways to perform exercises.
Pilates is a mat-based discipline and is suitable for all individuals who are comfortable exercising on the floor. Pilates may be helpful for those individuals suffering from back pain.
If you are new to Pilates no previous knowledge is necessary to join.
Pilates is an on-going exercise programme and on completion of at least 3 terms it is expected that you will have gained enough knowledge and ability to progress to more advanced level. Show correct alignment in 1 standing and 4 lying positions demonstrate the ability to engage pelvic floor muscles during all exercises Demonstrate core stability in 4 exercises Demonstrate correct movement with breathing in 4 exercises understand and show the principles of relaxing certain muscles whilst working other muscle groups in 4 exercises.
The tutor will revise and move the exercises forward in a structured way week by week. emphasis may be given to exercises for specific conditions should the need arise.
As individuals progress, home exercise is recommended.
Each learner will complete a health questionnaire and an initial assessment from which the tutor will assist you in setting challenging targets for progression within the class. The tutor will assess against the class targets and learners are expected to self assess and reflect on their own progression.
Progression within the class enables learners to stay in the same class for at least two years. Your tutor will advise you on more advanced classes as necessary.
Mats and blocks are provided but you may like to bring a towel to lie on.
Help with literacy and numeracy is available through tht basic education programme and the ESOL programme offers help fpr speakers of other languages. Additional support can be provided for students with learning difficulties and/or disabilities. Details are available from the ALSS course guide and from teaching or reception staff.
"Being on line. Instructor - gives good personal attention to each of us, especially if we have injuries, limitations etc Just the right skill level Watches us and corrects us even though we are on line"
Macbeth Street London W6 9JJ
Tel:020 8753 3600
Tube:Hammersmith
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