I’ve been doing Pilates for a few years now and am delighted that it has definitely helped to improve my core muscles and to increase my flexibility.  Those were the benefits I was hoping for.  However the best and most unexpected benefit has been that no matter how I am feeling going into a class, by the end of the class I’m also in a great mood!

I’ve been doing Pilates for a few years now and am delighted that it has definitely helped to improve my core muscles and to increase my flexibility.  Those were the benefits I was hoping for.  However the best and most unexpected benefit has been that no matter how I am feeling going into a class, by the end of the class I’m also in a great mood!

I started doing Pilates for the first time with Linda, although I would consider myself fit I thought they would be too slow, I was able to work my back core muscles, as I don’t have the flexibility on my back these classes did just that. The class allows you focus on muscles that need strengthening, it made me aware if my own posture, I felt it was a relaxing way to exercise, to learn more about my body what way to sit, stand and exercise. What I have learned I will be able to continue to use it within my exercise regime.

I gained five stone during my second pregnancy and retired from all forms of exercise, when normally being quite an active person. A client of mine recommended Linda and I went along to the classes, very unfit, weak, and no longer able to even touch my toes.

I found Pilates fabulous in not only helping me to regain my figure but also getting back strength and flexibility in my whole body. I also find the classes great for relaxing and getting rid of stress and have recommended it to many friends and clients.

Pilates was suggested to me as a great way to regain movement following surgery and to maintain general flexibility. I have been attending classes with Linda for almost 3 years now and have found Pilates very beneficial and very enjoyable. It helped me tone up lots too!

I would highly recommend Pilates with Linda to anyone wishing to improve mobility and tone up in a relaxed, friendly and encouraging environment.

I have been attending Pilates with Linda de Courcy for the past 3 months. During that time I have seen a considerable improvement in back pain, increased mobility in my joints and improved body tone particularly in the stomach area.
During a recent holiday, it was great to receive comments on how toned my stomach was in comparison to last year and the only difference was the Pilates classes. The classes are great for de-stressing and are also fun which I think is important when exercising. I also find I can do exercises which I could never do before to tone my stomach because of my back and this in itself is good for my self esteem.
All in all, the benefits I have gained in such a short time doing Pilates are fantastic and this is all down to Linda who is an incredible instructor.

The benefits I have gained from Pilates:
Well first and foremost its good fun and anyone can do it.
I think it was encouraging to be able to start an exercise class without having to worry about how unfit I am.
I do have a problem with my hip and have I benefited a lot from the class, I have less pain, it is my understanding this is because my posture and core strength is better hence supporting my hip.

Pilates is great as part of a weight loss program, as it really helps in toning the body – especially the tummy area.  My joints have also loosened up and feel especially good straight after the class.  It revitalises my tired muscles, a great therapeutic workout!

I’m really enjoying the Pilates and find it a very gently exercise.  I’ve got disc problems and therefore have to be selective as to the form of exercise I can take. I attend a chiropractor who suggested to me that Pilates would be a wonderful form of toning my tummy muscles and in result my back would improve.
As I’ve only been in your class a short time it’s far too early yet to see a big improvement but I must say that I’ve no discomfort after the exercises and I can see that long term it will definitely be beneficial to me as the exercises are working on the areas where I most need urgent attention!!
It’s nice too being part of a class where the numbers are smaller.

I’m really enjoying the Pilates and find it a very gently exercise.  I’ve got disc problems and therefore have to be selective as to the form of exercise I can take. I attend a chiropractor who suggested to me that Pilates would be a wonderful form of toning my tummy muscles and in result my back would improve.
As I’ve only been in your class a short time it’s far too early yet to see a big improvement but I must say that I’ve no discomfort after the exercises and I can see that long term it will definitely be beneficial to me as the exercises are working on the areas where I most need urgent attention!!
It’s nice too being part of a class where the numbers are smaller.

Pilates restores and realigns my body through exercise; easing and strengthening my muscles.  It reminds me to breathe properly and fully, probably for the first time during the day and the difference is noticeable.  The class is welcoming and supportive, and easy to participate in. Also, when taking off or landing in an aeroplane, I find it good to use the muscle control and steady breathing learnt at Pilates to reduce the force of the flight.