Pilates on Fourth
Pilates on Fourth was created out of a desire to offer patients a full range of treatment. I wanted to provide a comfortable pleasant facility where patients who had come for physiotherapy could work on their strength and flexibility to enable them to be “work fit”; to enable them to be the best they could be. Never one to do things by halves, Pilates on Fourth is a fully equipped, air conditioned studio with an outlook rarely seen from a Pilates studio – we have the most amazing view from our deck across the pool to a mosaic inspired wall, lovingly created by a beautiful friend and artist. My vision was to create a space where each client felt safe, comfortable and fully supported whilst striving to accomplish their goals. Our classes are small – max of 4 clients per studio session. This ensures personalised attention from our instructors, enabling you to maximise the benefits from your time spent doing Pilates.
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What is Pilates?
Joseph Pilates developed his system of floor work and spring based apparatus exercises in the 1920s. Focus is placed on breath, alignment, concentration and controlled, precise movement. It is an effective exercise system for physical conditioning, injury, rehabilitation and prevention.
Who can benefit from Pilates?
People of all ages and fitness levels can participate in Pilates classes.
Benefits include:
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Improved posture
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Core strength and stability
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Increased muscle tone and muscle balance
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Joint mobility and stability
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Improved flexibility and range of movement
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Increased body awareness and co-ordination
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Enhanced vitality, stamina and performance
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Injury prevention and rehabilitation
Pilates and Arthritis
Pilates movements are flowing, controlled and without impact, allowing patients with arthritis to maintain cardiovascular fitness and restore joint flexibility and strength without the risk of injury.
Pilates for the Neurological Patient
Pilates can be extremely helpful for those affected by stroke, acquired brain injury and diseases such as meningitis or epilepsy.
Pilates and Fibromyalgia
The Pilates method uses low repetitions with a focus on correct technique, flow and breath, allowing patients to reconnect mind and body at their own pace.
Pilates for Rehabilitation
Pilates enhances the recovery process for common orthopaedic injuries and conditions such as disc herniation, spondylolisthesis, lower back pain and scoliosis. It can also be beneficial for rehabilitation of joints post – surgery (knee/hip replacements, anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) repair, shoulder joint repair and/or reconstruction).
Our Pilates Instructors
We continue to be involved in courses run through the Pilates Alliance Australasia (PAA) updating our skills and keeping abreast of changes within the Pilates industry.
Jenny
Jenny is a BASI certified Pilates instructor along with certification through APPI (Australian Physiotherapy & Pilates Institute). Jenny offers Health Fund Friendly Clinical Exercise classes as well as Pilates classes on a regular basis.
Judy
Judi has completed Studio Pilates certification across all of the equipment and is fully BASI trained. She continually updates her knowledge with auxiliary courses including small apparatus certification. Judi has a passion for Pilates based exercise bringing enthusiasm and striving to make each class enjoyable and beneficial. She loves seeing our clients improve in strength, flexibility and core fitness.