Welcome to Andover Pilates, Hampshire
©Power, Posture & Poise
“For me, Pilates is the redefinition of lifestyle giving you the opportunity to fulfill your potential whether in sport or in life...”
“For me, Pilates is the redefinition of lifestyle giving you the opportunity to fulfil your potential whether in sport or in life...”
What is Pilates good for?
Health
Improve CirculationImprove Bone Density & Joint HealthRelieve Stress & TensionFitness
Improve Core StrengthImprove Flexibility & MobilityImprove Co-ordination & BalanceRecovery
Correct Poor PosturePromote Back & Joint Pain ManagementHelp Prevent Injuries and Speed RecoveryAbout Pilates
Pilates is a method of exercise adaptable to many fitness levels and needs. Pilates principles can be applied to almost any activity that we engage in on a daily basis in our everyday life. It provides a better understanding of the way that we should hold our bodies, releasing stress on the body’s tissues and joints and improving postural alignment.
With its mix of exercises Pilates improves flexibility, coordination, core strength, peripheral mobility and functional fitness. It stretches and balances the body, increases mobility and flexibility of the spine and encourages a healthier and stronger back. It also increases lung capacity and circulation through deep and healthy breathing whilst maintaining and improving bone density and joint health. Pilates provides a safe and beneficial type of exercise for people with a wide range of medical conditions, including disc related injuries, scoliosis, osteoporosis, arthritis, multiple sclerosis, sacroiliac joint dysfunction and lower back pain.
Led by our Experienced Instructor Pilates helps reduce risk of injury, facilitates recovery from an injury and improves freedom of movement. It offers a safe and excellent form of exercise for pre and post-natal women as well as a supportive and safe form of exercise for breast cancer sufferers during the post-surgery recovery period.
Pilates is a fantastic workout which provides a strong foundation for a healthy body which can enhance your sport or workout activities and compliments training for athletes and dancers. Mentally it can provide a sense of calm and well-being which leads to improved quality of daily life.
From Matwork Classes at all levels to Intermediate Men’s Pilates; trust Andover Pilates Hampshire to help you achieve your fitness goals and contribute towards a healthy life.
Testimonials
As a result of working in front of a computer for the most part of the day, I started developing chronic lower back pain a few years ago, which resulted in numerous visits to the GP and physiotherapist. The first time I took up Pilates I couldn't see much difference, so I gave up after a few months. After a 'bad back' episode, I decided to give Pilates another go. I signed up to Caron's classes and I can honestly say I've never looked back. As a newbie, I was doing a lot of the exercises wrong, but Caron took the time to show me how to do them correctly, so that I can engage my core and feel the benefits. I've already started to be more aware of my posture and I see Pilates as a lifestyle choice, not a workout. I have even adjusted a couple of my lunch breaks so that I can attend Caron's classes in the afternoon.
Anca Popescu
My name is Jane Child and I have attended Caron's Pilates classes for more than a year. I can honestly say that they have completely transformed my life. I began as a very unfit, unhealthy novice to exercise and found basic moves difficult to achieve. However, Caron's passion and commitment to teaching Pilates inspired me to want to improve. She is an enthusiastic teacher clearly explaining each Pilates move and the benefits to the body but at the same time ensuring moves are carried out correctly and safely. Her classes are varied, fun and she gives different options to include all abilities. I really look forward to Caron's classes and I love Pilates. I just feel great and I can't thank Caron enough.
Jane Child
Caron has been teaching me Pilates for over 10 years and I can honestly say that from week 1 I knew that her style of Pilates and her classes were going to be ideal for me and we're going to be transforming. Not only do I love the Pilates that Caron teaches but she is so committed to her teaching, caring of her pupils and loves Pilates herself. Each week we learn a new snippet of advice. It could be hearing about the muscles we are making use of, how beneficial the breathing is or how a move can be varied to achieve different effects. Caron is enthusiastic, incredibly knowledgable and a quite outstanding teacher. I could not do without Pilates now and it is thanks to Caron’s commitment and enthusiasm, both of which have and continue to inspire me and help me achieve a new and better lifestyle.
Louise Ellis-Barrett
Two years ago I slipped two discs and was in a bad way. Caron's Pilates classes have been instrumental in getting me back cycling and I am now stronger than ever before. Thank You so much!
Adam West
I have been going to Caron's classes now for a couple of years. She is a great teacher and caters for all abilities. Caron understands every client's posture and back issues and can adapt the exercise to suit. I have never moved so little with such muscular ache !!
Jen Adamthwaite
I have been going to Caron's pilates classes for a number of years. Caron caters for the needs of each person in her class, offering modifications or alternatives if the particular exercise does not suit. Going to her classes has really helped me to recover from my back problems. It is not a quick fix, but a sustainable, long-term solution.
Claire Wilkinson
I have been in Caron's Pilates lessons for most of the last 8 years. Caron can teach a mixed ability group in a way that stretches those with experience and yet is simple enough for beginners to feel that they are achieving too. She is enthusiastic and knowledgable about Pilates; over the months her lessons and techniques vary, so that we are always learning something new. As a doctor I have been impressed with the health benefits of Pilates, and I've used it to manage headaches and to improve my pelvic floor and lower back strength following children. Thank you Caron!
Emma Williams
Ten years ago I contacted Caron after a doctor suggested that Pilates may help in managing some of my menopausal symptoms. I have been regularly attending Caron's classes since then and due to the regular core based exercise and expert tuition by Caron the surgery I was told I was likely to have is no longer required. I would highly recommend Caron's classes and whether you are a beginner, as I was or more experienced Caron will have the right class for you.
Fiona Chamberlain
Mat Based Pilates - Class Timetables
Daytime Mat Based Pilates Sessions
4 week 4 lesson courses are £40 each.
All Andover Pilates classes are interactive and maximum of 12 people per session.
Due to the pandemic all clients will be required to bring their own Pilates mat and equipment.
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Tuesday |
All Levels
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4 week 4 lesson course £40
Maximum of 12 people per session.
Clients are required to bring their own Pilates mat and dynaband.
Evening Mat Based Pilates Sessions
4 week 4 lesson courses are £40 each.
All Andover Pilates classes are interactive and maximum of 12 people per session.
Due to the pandemic all clients will be required to bring their own Pilates mat and equipment.
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Tuesday |
Beginners Focusing on Posture, Flexibility, Mobility, Core Strength & Balance
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Tuesday
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Men's Pilates Beginners Focusing on Stretching, Core Strength, Flexibility & Alignment
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4 week 4 lesson course £50.
Sessions at Hatherden School are offered at a discounted evening rate of £40.00 for local residents.
Parking is available.
Mat Based Pilates via Zoom
6 week 6 lesson courses are £48 each.
All Andover Pilates classes are interactive and maximum of 12 people per session.
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Monday
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9:00 - 10:00 am
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All Levels
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Monday
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7:00 - 8:00 pm
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All Levels
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Monday
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8:05 - 9:05 pm
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Intermediate | All Levels
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Wednesday
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9:30 - 10:30 am
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Intermediate | All Levels
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Wednesday
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11:00 - 12:00 am
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Gentle Stretch
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Wednesday
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6:30 - 7:30 pm
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Intermediate | All Levels
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Thursday
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9:30 - 10:30 am
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Intermediate | All Levels
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Thursday
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7:00 - 8:00 pm
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Men’s Pilates | Intermediate
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Friday
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9:00 - 10:00 am
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Intermediate | All Levels
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