Matwork Pilates

Are you interested in Pilates for 2012? Teresa Thirwell (osteopath and pilates teacher) is starting her two weekly sessions at The Hub on the Green in January.

Tuesday evenings 6:30-7:30pm starting 17th January
and Friday mornings 9:45-10:45am starting 20th January.

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The Benefits Of Pilates

Pilates is beneficial for general fitness, specific health conditions and, of course, your overall well-being.

General Fitness

Health Conditions

Improves your posture Improves mobility and flexibility of the spine Delivers muscle tone and extensibility Improves quality of life and well-being. Integrates mind, body and spirit Promotes a supportive and efficient core. Helps maintain the health of joints through improved mobility and support from the surrounding musculature. Complements training for dancers, athletes and sports people. Increases stability of the shoulders, pelvis and lower back.

Provides a safe and beneficial form of exercise for people with a wide range of medical conditions, including scoliosis, osteoporosis, arthritis, multiple sclerosis, lower back pain. Facilitates physical rehabilitation and addresses injury prevention. Improves balance and co-ordination, particularly for the elderly. Alleviates aches and pains. Helps maintain and improve bone density. Develops the function and efficiency of the lungs with improved circulation. Offers a safe and accessible form of exercise for ante- and postnatal women.

The Instructor:  Teresa Thirlwall  M.Ost,  B.Sc.(Hons)

Has over 18 years of experience teaching and lecturing, within the health, fitness and sports industry. She is fully qualified and insured.

• Registered Osteopath – Masters in Osteopathy (M.Ost), British School of Osteopathy.
• Sports Injury & Rehabilitation – B.Sc. (Hons) Physiology, Kings College London.
• Sport & Remedial Massage Practitioner – Diploma London School of Sports Massage (LSSM).
• Pilates Instructor – Pilates Institute & OCR Certified.