COMMON QUERIES

WHAT IS THE DIFFERENCE BETWEEN STOTT PILATES AND OTHER PILATES TECHNIQUES?

Stott Pilates incorporates modern exercise principles, including contemporary thinking about spinal rehabilitation and athletic performance enhancement. For example, some approaches may promote a flat back, whereas STOTT PILATES exercises are designed to restore the natural curves of the spine and rebalance the muscles around the joints, placing more emphasis on scapular stabilization. As well, there are more preparatory exercises and modifications to cater to many different body types and abilities, making it applicable to everyday life.

WHAT ARE THE PRINCIPLES OF STOTT PILATES? 

STOTT PILATES exercise improves core strength and balances the muscles around the joints, improving the way your body functions, looks and feels. The Five Basic Principles focus on:
Breathing
Pelvis placement
Rib cage placement
Scapular movement
Head & cervical spine placement

IS PILATES LIKE YOGA? 

In some respects Pilates is like Yoga. Both are considered mind-body type methods of movement; both emphasize deep breathing and smooth, long movements that encourage the mind-body connection. The difference is that while Yoga requires moving from one static posture to the next, Pilates flows through a series of movements that are more dynamic and systematic.

DO I NEED TO BRING ANYTHING? 

I have everything you need, including mats, blocks and equipment.

WHAT DO I WEAR? 

Anything you feel comfortable in and can move in. The lesson will be done barefoot/in socks. 

WHAT COVID 19 MEASURES DO YOU HAVE IN PLACE? 

Before you enter the studio, your temperature will be taken and hand gel will be required. There is a canvas bag to put your belongings into that can be cleaned afterwards. Throughout the class I will wear a visor or mask. I have new adjustable covers for the hand straps and feet straps that are cleaned and swapped after every client. As well as the normal practise of wiping down all equipment after the class. 
There are also zoom classes available if you are shielding or don’t feel comfortable having a ‘live’ class.