Move Better with Lengthen Pilates
Body Control Pilates ® Classes
Online Pilates Classes
& Online 1-1 Sessions
Huntly, Insch & Oldmeldrum
Update
Due to the current situation in person Pilates classes and 1-1 sessions are
postponed in Huntly, Insch and Oldmeldrum.
Pre-Recorded Pilates Classes and
Online 1-1 Pilates Sessions over Zoom are available - see below.
Pilates Classes & ONline Sessions
Pre-Recorded Pilates Classes
Pre-Recorded Pilates Classes
Pre-Recorded Pilates Classes
These are via private link on Vimeo and each workout lasts between 20-40 mins. Some have the option of using small hand-weights
Open to current/previous clients or clients who have had an Online 1-1 via Zoom first
Each workout/class is £5 payable via BACS
Currently 43 Workouts available with a new one released each week
Online 1-1 Sessions via Zoom
Pre-Recorded Pilates Classes
Pre-Recorded Pilates Classes
These are 50 min sessions via Zoom that are personalised just for your aims, needs and requirements.
Each 50 min session is £15
NEW CLIENTS - First session is £10
1-1 Pre-Recorded Videos
Pre-Recorded Pilates Classes
1-1 Pre-Recorded Videos
These are via private link on Vimeo and are personalised just for your aims/ needs.
Can be used as many times as you like.
Currently £15 per 30 min video.
About Me
Hi, my name is Rachael
My aim is to help you move and feel better through Pilates. I teach Pilates classes and Private sessions in Aberdeenshire -
Insch, Huntly, Inverurie & Oldmeldrum
I started Pilates in 2012 following a period of illness and it hugely helped me in my recovery, both mentally and physically.
I wouldn't be without it! My love and enjoyment of practicing Pilates and believing in the method is what made me decide to begin teaching and assisting others with Pilates.
My Training
Member of Body Control Pilates ® Association
Matwork Certification Course Level 3 with Body Control Pilates ® - June 2017
Level 3 Pilates for Bone Health - October 2017
(Level 3 Award in Understanding Pilates and its Impact on Bone Health which qualifies me to teach clients who have osteoporosis)
Active IQ Level 3 Award in Designing Exercise Programmes for Older Adults - March 2018
Level 3 Certificate in Designing Pre- and Postnatal Pilates Programmes - April 2019
I love to learn and continue my training regularly to bring you the most benefit!
Pilates "develops the body uniformly, corrects wrong postures, restores physical vitality, invigorates the mind and elevates the spirit"
Joseph Pilates "Return to Life through Contrology"
About pilates
Pilates is a low impact approach to movement that works both the mind and body. It is a way to re-educate the body and restore balance through alignment, strength, flexibility and control of movements. Pilates regains healthy, normal movement patterns. It is a way to move and feel better.
Benefits include:
- improved strength and strengthen of deep core and postural muscles
- improved flexibility and mobility
- improved flexibility and strength of the spine
- promotes healthy joint function
- improved concentration
- improved sense of well being
- reduced stress and body tension
- improved posture and alignment
- improved body awareness
- improved stamina and energy
- can assist in injury prevention
- more efficient breathing
- enjoyment and a sense of 'uplift'!
Pilates can be beneficial for everybody regardless of age, size, shape, gender, fitness level or health.
In Pilates sessions we are training the body to move well, and with practice, this results in unconsciously moving better with improved posture - the same way as learning to drive a car becomes automatic. We focus on good alignment to encourage correct muscles to work efficiently and effectively, to reduce wear and tear on joints and restore balance to the body. The focus is on quality not quantity with slow, controlled and precise movements.
History of Pilates
Joseph Hubertus Pilates (1883-1967) developed the Pilates method, which was called Contrology until he died. As a child he suffered from illnesses and was drawn to the idea of helping himself through exercise. He trialled several health and fitness methods such as martial arts, yoga, dance, weight training and selected and developed these into his work. See more on Pilates History.
Body Control Pilates®
Body Control Pilates® was founded in 1995 and is one of the world leaders in Pilates training. It is based around eight principles and aims to make Pilates available to the average person regardless of age or fitness.
Body Control Pilates® are one of the leaders for high quality, safe and effective teaching.
Exercises are taught step by step and progressively in order to develop the skills needed to work safely and effectively towards Joseph Pilates's original work.
Find out more here.
