Brockenhurst College | Brock is one of the most successful Sixth Form colleges in the UK, offering A levels, Vocational, Adult Learning, Apprenticeships, Business courses.Pilates – Beginners
Course Details
Pilates works on core strength while improving posture, body tone, alignment, strength, flexibility, co-ordination and breath control. Importantly, it involves listening to your own body needs. It is an exercise system that builds through levels and is used by physiotherapists to enhance healing. It is also used by professional athletes and dancers to improve performance.
You will participate according to a mat-based Pilates system, which will be taught primarily on the floor. However, you may use a chair, yoga block, cushion or towel to aid particular exercises.
Information & Support
Each class will commence with a short warm up and end with relaxation. You will build up a repertoire of Pilates exercises and find the level that is most suited to your personal needs.
Clothing should be comfortable and enable ease of movement while allowing the line of the body to be seen, enabling safe practice to be maintained. Please wear layers to enable warmth and coolness as appropriate. Shoes will not be worn, which means slipper socks may be a good addition to your kit (especially in winter).
You will also need a non-slip mat, plus a cushion and a towel for support and to act as a prop. Please also bring a bottle of water for rehydration.
Available dates and locations
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Gift Certificates
Gift certificates are available for our leisure courses held across the New Forest.
Please call 01590 625222 to purchase yours.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I enrol on a course?
To enrol please call one of the numbers below:
Brockenhurst or Lymington courses 01590 679457
New Milton or Ringwood courses 01590 625222
Can I start the course part way through?
For some courses, this may be possible. Please contact leisurecourses@brock.ac.uk to confirm.
What do you define as a 'beginner'?
Beginner is someone who has little or no knowledge of the subject area.
Please contact leisurecourses@brock.ac.uk for further clarification or to take a quick assessment to find out the most suitable level for you.
What do you define as 'intermediate'?
Intermediate is for those who have completed a beginners course with us or have some knowledge of the subject but would like to learn more.
Please contact leisurecourses@brock.ac.uk for further clarification or to take a quick assessment to find out the most suitable level for you.
What do you define as 'advanced'?
Advanced for those who have completed an intermediate course with us or are proficient in the subject.
Please contact leisurecourses@brock.ac.uk for further clarification or to take a quick assessment to find out the most suitable level for you.
Are there any age restrictions (young/old)?
Students need to be 19 years old or over.
There is no upper age limit.
What should I take with me on the day?
Please see ‘Information & Support’ within each individual course information page.
If you require further details please email leisurecourses@brock.ac.uk
How much does the course cost?
The cost of each course will be displayed on each individual course information page.
If you require further details please email leisurecourses@brock.ac.uk
Can I pay for the course in instalments?
Each course needs to be paid in full before the start of the course.
Are there any concessions available?
Reduced fees may apply for those on specific benefits.
Please contact leisurecourses@brock.ac.uk for more details.
