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What is Modern Pilates?
Modern Pilates is a clinical and contemporary approach to Pilates and looks at core stability, functional stability and postural alignment. It has been developed over the last 15 years by physiotherapists and fitness experts, delivering a high quality unique programme of exercises using the most up to date research from the world of physiotherapy and holistic exercise. Based on the original works of Joseph Pilates, Modern Pilates has modifications so that the exercises fit with modern research and knowledge. The exercises focus on a slow and controlled approach.

What is the aim of Modern Pilates?
The aim is to address muscle imbalance by building strong and stable muscles which are flexible and correctly aligned. In Modern Pilates you are encouraged to activate your deeper abdominals.

What are the benefits of Modern Pilates?
Improved core and pelvic floor strength
Greater muscle strength and endurance
Improved balance
Increased mobility and flexibility
  Improved posture and movement quality
Better function of the lungs and circulation
Reduction in pain

Modern Pilates are accredited by Central YMCA Qualifications and all their teachers undertake extensive practical and theoretical training in Modern Clinical Pilates methods.
Modern Pilates is suitable for both Women and Men of all age groups ( including older adults many of whom already enjoy Modern Pilates) ranging from total beginners to very active people (must be 16 years or over)


"A good efficient & optimal posture is one that requires the minimum amount of muscle activity to maintain.
To enhance stability we must target the appropriate muscles and exercise them in the appropriate way"
Modern Pilates