I became pregnant in January 2005 and continued. Claire promised me a short labour thanks to Pilates! I was sceptical having had a 30 hour labour with my first son! Claire was right! I had a 4 hour labour with no pain relief - just lots of relaxing Pilates breathing. I really think that the classes were paramount in helping me relax, and giving me the strength to progress through the labour. Needless to say, I am back in class and back in my jeans! Julie Barker-Smith, Leeds.

Mat Work Pilates Leeds

Mat Work Classes

Although Joseph Pilates never taught mat work classes, his book about Contrology outlined 34 original mat work exercises you can do anywhere, without the use of Pilates machines.

Although mat work is a small proportion of the repertoire it's a great introduction to the method and can be of course learned at Equilibrium Health and practised at home!

Our mat work classes are limited to 8 people to ensure hands on tuition, adaptation and progression. Essential level is a great place to start with options of incorporating small equipment, or progressing to intermediate level in time. Beware large group classes! It's very hard to progress or get true correction or know if you're doing it right! Come to Equilibrium Health to experience Pilates for real.