Reflecting on my trip to New York, I can officially say it was the Pilates experience of a lifetime! Even 4 weeks later, I am still processing the influences and inspiration I gained from the amazing people I met. The tour began in the most auspicious way when my copy of “Get to Know Joe… Read more »
Author: Joanne
(Some) Men Do Pilates, but why not more?
Pilates is often considered for women, older people or for injury recovery but there are so many reasons why more men should be doing Pilates. 1.Pilates (originally known as Contrology) was created by a man Joseph Pilates was a boxer, gymnast, circus performer, physical culturist and avid proponent of the classical Greek ideal of man,… Read more »
Pilates & Children
“In childhood, habits are easily formed-good and bad. Why not concentrate on the formation of only good habits and thus avoid the necessity later on in life of attempting to correct bad habits…the proper development of body and mind, through the new science of “Contrology” is what must [be taught to]* the child” Joseph Pilates … Read more »
Teacher Spotlight- Kate Abbott Pilates
Introducing Kate Abbott, owner of Kate Abbott Pilates, a fully-equipped studio based on the Essex/Suffolk border. Fully comprehensive teacher, completely trained by JPilates How would you describe your style of teaching? My clients would say I work them hard and take no prisoners but they are always surprised when it is the end of the… Read more »