(TH1130) Mixed Ability Pilates with Hannah Ford Thursdays 11.30-12.30.

All new students are required to complete a health questionnaire, which will be reviewed by the teacher. If needed, the teacher will then contact you to arrange a brief telephone assessment to confirm that the class is suitable for you.

Pilates is a body conditioning programme which helps build strength, flexibility, control and endurance – emphasising alignment, breath and development of a strong core.

After obtaining a degree in Psychology, Hannah trained as an Occupational Therapist and worked in the NHS for many years providing physical rehabilitation for adults with complex neurological, orthopaedic, cardiac and other conditions.

Following the birth of her children, Hannah trained as an instructor with Body Control Pilates and has completed her Level 3 Matwork qualification. A regular runner, she is passionate about the benefits of Pilates – whether for rehabilitation, prevention of injury or maintenance of physical fitness.

Mature Movers Pilates with Amanda Brosnan (Tu0426)

Tuesdays 9:00 - 10:00am 14 Apr - 19 May (6 classes)

All new students are required to complete a health questionnaire, which will be reviewed by the teacher. If needed, the teacher will then contact you to arrange a brief telephone assessment to confirm that the course is suitable for you.

This Pilates class is designed to support strength, mobility and confidence as we move through later life.

Using the principles of the Pilates Method, sessions focus on improving posture, balance and functional movement while gently building strength, flexibility, control and endurance.

Emphasis is placed on alignment, mindful breathing and developing a strong, supportive core to help protect joints, improve everyday movement and enhance overall wellbeing.

Exercises are taught with care and clarity, with options and adaptations offered to suit individual needs and abiliti

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.

Pilates for Functional Movement with Amanda Brosnan (Tu0426)

Tuesdays 10:15 - 11:15am 14 Apr - 19 May (6 classes)

All new students are required to complete a health questionnaire, which will be reviewed by the teacher. If needed, the teacher will then contact you to arrange a brief telephone assessment to confirm that the course is suitable for you.

Thiis class focuses on supporting the body to move well in everyday life by building strength, mobility and control in a safe, considered way. Using the Pilates Method, sessions emphasise alignment, breath and core stability, helping to improve posture, joint health and efficient movement patterns.

Exercises are taught clearly and progressively, with options offered to suit individual needs. The class supports balance, coordination and confidence in movement, making it suitable for those looking to move more comfortably, manage stiffness or support long-term functional movement.

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.