"Physical fitness is the first requisite of happiness. Our interpretation of physical fitness is the attainment and maintenance of a uniformly developed body with a sound mind fully capable of naturally, easily, and satisfactorily performing our many and varied daily tasks with spontaneous zest and pleasure."
Joseph Pilates
Gentle Exercise
Pilates is a gentle form of exercise which gives
- Correct posture
- Supple movement
- Good balance
Pilates is all about natural flowing movement. If you want a body that is longer, leaner, more supple and with hidden strength, then Pilates is for you. At Great Oak Health, near Knutsford, you can learn Pilates from a complete beginner, or develop your skills if you already have some experience.
Control
Pilates is named after Joseph Pilates, though he called his exercise Contrology because it is based on encouraging the mind to control muscles.
“It is the mind itself,
which builds the body”
Joseph Pilates
Poses and Exercises
There are over 100 classical poses and exercises in Pilates, which concentrate on improving your
- Breathing
- Relaxation
- Concentration
- Alignment
- Co-ordination
using flowing movements. At Great Oak Health near Knutsford, our Pilates instructors will work with you to show you the most suitable poses and exercises for your body, so that you make the most of Pilates for you.
Pilates Equipment
You will often hear of Pilates exercises and poses being performed on a mat, which is the foundation of the technique. At Great Oak Health, near Knutsford, you will also be able to use Pilates exercise equipment, such as The Reformer, Circles and the Pilates Ball.
Our Pilates Instructors will show you how to use our equipment safely and effectively.
Is Pilates suitable for you?
For almost any body, the answer is yes. Because it is a gentle non-aerobic form of exercise it is suitable for any age, and almost any starting fitness level. It is useful after injuries, or as a foundation for a supple body for any sport.
Pilates is not a ‘quick fix’, but its effects are long lasting.
Pilates Classes
You can join in to the Pilates classes at Great Oak Health:
Tuesdays 6 – 7 pm
Cost £6
A maximum 9 people per class
Your personal fitness
At Great Oak Health, near Knutsford, we can offer a range of techniques to help you achieve the fitness level you desire, including:
A gym
A personal trainer
A physiotherapist
A private doctor
A podiatrist
and
A beauty salon
So you can feel good inside and out.
Great Oak Health
At Great Oak Health we offer 'A new beginning' for your body. Our facilities are situated in a converted barn in the heart of the rolling Cheshire countryside. We have ample parking, and all you will hear are the birds - not the roar of traffic and the bustle of a city.
We are easily accessible from the motorway network, yet in spirit, miles away.
Learn the gentle art of Pilates, in a calm and gentle environment.
Situated in Lymm, near Knutsford, Great Oak Health is close to Stockton Heath, High Legh, Grappenhall and Appleton Thorn.
Learn Pilates at
Great Oak Health
near Knutsford
01925 757520
Train your body and mind
Please mention The Best of Knutsford
when contacting Great Oak Health
about Pilates
Situated in Lymm, near Knutsford,
Great Oak Health is close to Stockton Heath,
High Legh, Grappenhall and Appleton Thorn