Simply Pilates is a welcoming and inclusive Pilates studio located in Barnet, New Zealand. Offering a variety of classes suitable for people of all ages, levels of ability, and fitness, Simply Pilates strives to make Pilates accessible to everyone. Whether you're a beginner or an elite athlete, there is something for you at Simply Pilates.
At Simply Pilates, each exercise, at every level, requires a high level of concentration. Pilates is not just about physical strength, but also about mental control. By practising Pilates, you become aware of the power your mind has over your body, and the importance of using this control. The studio provides a friendly and supportive environment where you can challenge yourself and improve your physical and mental well-being.
Regular Pilates practise at Simply Pilates can bring a range of benefits to your life. It can improve your posture, muscle tone, balance, and joint mobility. Pilates is known for its ability to relieve stress and tension, promoting a sense of calm and well-being. It also helps to sculpt and tone the body, building long, lean muscle.
While Pilates is often associated with core strength, it actually works every muscle in the body, providing a well-rounded workout.
One of the unique aspects of Pilates is its ability to complement other forms of exercise. By incorporating Pilates into your training routine, you can develop whole body strength and flexibility, while reducing the risk of injury. Pilates is not just about physical health but also about mental and emotional well-being. It can assist in the treatment of depression and anxiety by offering an opportunity to socialise, changing the levels of chemicals in the brain, providing a distraction from negative thoughts, releasing stress, enhancing mindfulness, and helping to establish a self-care routine.
The owner and instructor at Simply Pilates is a qualified level 3 Body Control Pilates Matwork practitioner. With a deep personal connexion to the method, she is passionate about helping her clients improve their overall health and well-being. Having experienced a severe back injury in 2009, she discovered the healing power of Pilates during her rehabilitation. Regular practise has strengthened her body, improved her posture, and increased her body awareness.
She now shares her knowledge and experience with others, including those who have also experienced back issues, as well as clients of all ages.
In addition to matwork Pilates, the studio also offers studio equipment classes, including Reformer and Springboard. The instructor has attended various educational workshops to further enhance her skills and knowledge, ensuring that her clients receive the highest standard of instruction.
At Simply Pilates, the focus is on providing a safe and supportive environment for individuals to achieve their health and fitness goals. Whether you're looking to improve your posture, build strength and flexibility, or simply unwind and destress, Simply Pilates is here to help. Check out their class schedule and join a class today to experience the benefits of Pilates for yourself.