What is Mat Pilates?
Mat Pilates is the foundation of the Pilates method. Using your own body weight, a mat and sometimes small pieces of equipment, it focuses on controlled movement, strength, mobility and body awareness.
Rather than simply moving through a series of exercises, Pilates encourages you to understand how you move. Breathing, concentration and good technique are all part of the practice.
Mat Pilates can be adapted for different bodies, abilities and experience levels, making it suitable whether you’re completely new to Pilates or have been practising for years.
Why Mat Pilates at TLC?
Our Mat Pilates classes are small, friendly and designed to give you more than just a workout.
With individual guidance from an experienced instructor, exercises can be adapted to suit your body and your level of experience. You’ll be encouraged to work at your own pace while still being challenged as you progress.
We focus on quality of movement rather than simply getting through as many exercises as possible. You’ll learn how to move with control, improve your strength and mobility, and develop a better understanding of your own body.
Mat Pilates is also incredibly versatile. We can use small equipment to add variety and challenge, or modify exercises when you need more support.
Whether you’re completely new to Pilates or have been practising for years, there’s always something to work on — and always room to progress.
Ready to join a Mat Pilates class?