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What's Available?
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Pre-surgery preparation – prepare for your ostomy surgery – 3 classes £30
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Post-surgery recovery – 4 weeks post-surgery recommended – 3 classes £30
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Pilates with a hernia programme – 3 classes £30
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Chair-based/standing balance – for those who want to focus on balance or don’t want to access the floor - 3 classes £30
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Standing programme – 3 classes £30
Clinical mat Pilates classes
Standalone classes
Sport specific - runners, cyclists, swimmers and golfers - 1 hour - £15 each
Foundations 1
(3 x 30 minute classes)
Beginner level class series, using Level 1 exercises and teaching the foundations of Pilates. Classes are a mix of standing, kneeling and floor/mat work.
For people who are completely new to Pilates and exercise, or those who are recently post-surgery (4-6 weeks).
If you are new to Pilates or exercise, or just feeling a little vulnerable post-surgery, this is the class series for you. Ideally you should be 4 weeks post-surgery to start these classes.
What you will learn:
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Principles of Pilates
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Breathing exercises
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Pelvic floor and deep core muscle activation
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Level 1 exercises to strengthen abdominal muscles
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Principles of core control and intra-abdominal pressure
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Exercises for hips, glutes and shoulder stability
Equipment
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Mat
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Head cushions or folded towel
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Soft Pilates ball
Foundations 2
(3 x 30 minute classes)
This is a progressive beginner level class series, developing and progressing some of the exercises and movements you learned in the Foundations 1 classes.
You can start to challenge yourself and incorporate some ‘next level’ exercises, improving core strength and control. Classes are a mix of standing, kneeling and floor/mat work.
What you will learn:
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Progressive exercises continuing from Level 1
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Develop your core and abdominal strength
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Challenge yourself with more advanced Level 2 and Level 3 moves
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More hip and glute work
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Massage spiky ball exercises to release
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Introducing the Pilates ball
Equipment
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Mat
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Soft Pilates ball
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Head cushions or folded towel
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Spikey balls
Intermediate
(3 x 30 minute classes)
This is a progressive class developing and progressing some of the exercises and movements you learned in the Foundations 1 and 2 classes. You can start to challenge yourself and incorporate some ‘advanced’ exercises, improving core strength and control.
Classes are a mix of standing, kneeling and floor/mat work.
What you will learn:
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Progressive exercises to build on what you learned in Foundations 1 and 2
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Develop your core and abdominal strength
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Advanced hip and glute exercises
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Challenge yourself with more advanced moves
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Balance and co-ordination
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Introduction of some Pilates equipment such as balls, magic circle and weights
Equipment
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Mat
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Soft Pilates ball
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Head cushions or folded towel
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Spikey balls
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Hand weights – 0.5kg or 1kg balls or hand weights
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Magic circle
Advanced
(3 x 30 minute classes)
High level advanced class series aimed at those who have progressed through the full range of classes and are generally more athletic and able to work at a higher level. These classes include high load exercises and movements and can be challenging.
Classes are a mix of standing, kneeling and floor/mat work and may resemble more ‘traditional’ Pilates classes.
What you will learn:
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Progressive exercises to build on what you learned in Intermediate class
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Develop advanced abdominal strength and endurance
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Advanced hip and glute exercises
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High level balance and co-ordination in standing
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Foam rolling and other Pilates equipment
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Sport specific exercises for runners, swimming and cyclists
Equipment
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Mat
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Soft Pilates ball
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Head cushions or folded towel
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Spikey balls
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Hand weights – 0.5kg or 1kg balls or hand weights
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Magic circle
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Foam roller
Please Note
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ON DEMAND videos are done without supervision or without any pre-screening. You will be exercising on your own. Please make sure you select the right level class for your ability. It’s always better to choose an easier level and make sure you do the exercises safely and correctly.
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Please note the disclaimer at the start of each video and always work within your own limits, carefully listening to your body.
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Please watch the ‘Principles and Preparation’ video prior to doing ANY of the classes. This is mandatory viewing for everyone before taking a class or viewing a video at The Ostomy Studio.
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If you are unsure of which level is right for you, please contact me.
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If you have any concerns about your ability to exercise or take part in classes, please consult your doctor, stoma nurse, surgeon or health care professional.
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