All new students will be required to complete a health questionnaire and/or a brief telephone assessment with the teacher to ensure the course is suitable for their needs and abilities. Please complete this form: here This class uses The Pilates Method to improve balance, mobility and functional strength, supporting confident and comfortable everyday movement. Sessions emphasise controlled, mindful movement with attention to alignment, breath and core stability, helping to build strength, flexibility, control and endurance. The class supports joint health, coordination and long-term movement resilience, making it suitable for those looking to move with greater ease and stability in daily life. Coming from a sports background (she played county hockey and squash), Amanda initially trained as an Aerobics and Body Conditioning Instructor in 2003, teaching at local gyms. Two years later she qualified as a Pilates Instructor and took further training to Advanced Level with The Pilates Institute. Having re-trained with Body Control Pilates in 2007, Amanda continues to broaden her skill and knowledge with courses for Back Care, Bone Health, Small Equipment, Ante-Natal and Post-Natal Pregnancy and the Reformer.