Studio Information Pack

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1 Studio Information Pack Getting Started Personalised Sessions Matwork Classes

2 Welcome to LPS How it Started Lancashire Pilates Studio was founded in 2008 by Keely Haigh. She started her career as a dancer training at Kate Simmons Dance Ltd and then at the Northern Ballet School. Keely discovered the effectiveness of Pilates whilst rehabilitating from several dance related injuries and fell in love with the method instantly. Studio The studio has a lovely peaceful and welcoming environment where all the staff are passionate about their work and enjoy working with all physical issues. Whatever your age, experience or level of fitness, the Pilates method can help you to get the best out of your body. Whether you are recovering from an injury, have a bad back, need to improve performance in your chosen sport or simply want to get fitter and stronger, we have the class for you! Ethos Lancashire Pilates Studios ethos is based on providing our clients with the personal touch. Our highly trained and experienced instructors offer a caring and professional service with meticulous attention to individual requirements while our studio offers a relaxing and motivating environment so that everyone can enjoy the benefits of Pilates.

3 Getting Started Initial Assessments How Does the Assessment Work? All new clients need to attend an Initial Assessment before commencing either Apparatus or Clinical Matwork sessions with the studio. If you have been recommended by your physiotherapist/gp to commence with Clinical Pilates exercise due to a specific condition or injury, then we recommend you bring any reports or information that you have relating to your condition with your for the instructor to study. During your Initial Assessment, you will be seen individually by one of our highly trained staff who will assess your posture, strength, muscular balance and flexibility. They will also discuss in-depth any background medical information that may be relevant to your future training with us. Following that your teacher will take you through the Fundamentals of Pilates where you will learn about lateral breathing and correct core connection. You will also be taught some basic exercises which will allow us to assess your strength and stability. Initial Assessments are available Mon Fri and can be booked by contacting the studio on or us at lancashirepilatesstudio@live.co.uk

4 Personalised Sessions We offer 2:1 Apparatus sessions 1:1 & 2:1 Clinical Matwork sessions Personalised sessions are perfect if you want to see results in as short a time as possible. Pilates can quickly give you a longer, leaner and more streamlined body based on goals that you can set yourself. Pilates can also be very beneficial if you require specialised attention for either rehabilitation or sports-specific training. Our Programmes Our Pilates programmes promote an increase in flexibility, muscle endurance, strength, balance and proprioception, creating a stronger body with a real sense of harmony and equilibrium. The technique also improves breathing which in turn increases energy levels, mental clarity and alertness. Clinical Rehab Pilates is great for rehabilitation after injury. It works particularly well for back problems, as there is a strong focus on segmental stability of the spine which helps bring control and strength to the injured area. Attention is also paid to general torso and core stability which means that the body has a chance to recover from its injured state and the muscular imbalances caused by the injury can then be addressed. Following surgery, Pilates can be used to help re-build the body s strength in a safe, effective and targeted way. In less acute issues we would work on a rehabilitation programme to help heal and assist your recovery and to prevent future injuries. It works to improve your muscle strength and endurance as well as addressing general co-ordination and balance. Even if you don t have a specific injury that requires rehabilitation, Pilates can help you with any specific sporting or physical goal that you may have.

5 Pilates Apparatus The apparatus is based on variable spring resistance which supports, encourages and challenges the use of the body s own resistance. This allows a dynamic and adaptable range of exercises and is therefore suitable for all levels of ability. Pilates equipment encourages an even workout throughout the body with the option of focusing on certain areas according to your individual requirements. The Pilates reformer is the ideal tool for rehabilitation, it provides a safe closed chain environment for the body to receive feedback, which in turn encourages the correct postural muscles to develop and strengthen.

6 Matwork Classes General Matwork groups of 10 A general group session that s suitable for both men and women of all ages. Exercises are performed on a mat, sometimes using small pieces of equipment. The classes focus on all round body conditioning and offer an increased aspect of challenge because they are performed without spring support and resistance. How it helps you Matwork classes offer a further aspect of challenge in that they are performed without spring support and resistance relying purely upon the body s awareness to create its own support and resistance. The classes focus on all round body conditioning that unites the 6 fundamentals of Pilates: Concentration, Control, Centering, Breath, Fluidity and Precision. For general classes, it is recommended that you have completed a beginner s course or ideally had at least one private session before enrolling on a course. Classes are taught in 6 week block sessions so that your practice is continuous and progressive. Class sizes are restricted to no more than 10 participants. Places are limited so early booking is advised. Matwork classes are taught at The ACE Centre in Nelson on Monday evenings.. For more information please regarding these classes please call Tricia on:

7 Studio Instructors & Price list Instructor : Keely Haigh Tel: lancashirepilatesstudio@live.co.uk Sessions available: Tues, Wed, Thurs Session Type Price Initial Assessment :1 Apparatus Session :1 Apparatus Session Instructor: Tricia Greenfield Tel: triciapilates@outlook.com Sessions available: Wed, Thurs, Fri Session Type Price Initial Assessment :1 Apparatus session Instructor: Alison Hoyle Tel: alisonhoyle1896@yahoo.com Sessions available: Tuesday Evenings Session Type Price Initial Assessment :1 Clinical Matwork :1 Clinical Matwork Instructor: Julie Latham Tel: julielatham@btinternet.com Sessions available: Mon & Tue afternoons Session Type Price Initial Assessment :1 Clinical Matwork :1 Clinical Matwork Instructor: Kirsty McCreath Tel: kirstypilates@outlook.com Sessions available: Monday mornings Session Type Price Initial Assessment :1 Clinical Matwork :1 Clinical Matwork session Type Initial Assessment :1 Clinical Matwork :1 Clinical Matwork Contact instructors directly to arrange ALL session bookings and alterations Sessions are to be paid for in advance to secure the sessions 24 hour cancellation policy applies, late cancellations will be chargeable at FULL rate

8 Equipment available to LPS Pilates Mats 30 Rollers 20 Toe sox 10 Spiky Balls 5/ 7 Over balls 7 Thera Bands 5 Gym Balls 15 Magic circles 18 Starter packs 10/ 15 Beginners exercise booklet 10

9 Studio Terms & Conditions 1. Studio Sessions: a. All Pilates studio sessions are paid for in advance. b. Only block bookings are entitled to any percentage discounts, studio block bookings are valid for a 6 month period. 2. Registration / Health &Safety: a. In order to comply with the studios own health and safety and professional indemnity insurance requirements, all new clients are required to complete a registration and health screening & assessment form as part of our standard induction process. b. Socks are to worn at all times in the studio. 3. New clients: a. For all studio sessions, clients are to attend a one-to-one initial assessment prior to participating. 4. Clients Responsibility: a. Clients are responsible for the security of their own personal belongings whilst attending the studio. The studio accepts no responsibility for personal belongings and/or valuables lost, stolen or damaged. b. Clients are responsible for immediately informing the studio of any illnesses or injuries that might prevent them from performing normal Pilates exercise routines. 5. Studio Session Renewal Bookings: a. Bookings are not considered by the studio to have been confirmed until full payment has been received. 6. Cancellations / Re-scheduling: a. 24 hours cancellation notice is required for all Pilates sessions, late cancellations will be charged at full session rate. b. Clients are responsible for re-scheduling cancelled studio sessions with the studio. 7. Holidays: a. Clients attending studio sessions should provide a minimum of 1 weeks notice of holidays to allow the studio to temporarily fill any unoccupied sessions. b. Clients must also provide re-start dates at the time of providing notice of a holiday. If a re-start date is not agreed prior to a holiday being taken then the session time-slot may be offered to others. c. Annual holiday and public holiday studio shut-down periods will be advised in advance. 8. Payment: a. All payments must be made by cheque, cash or bank transfer. b. Cheques are to be made payable to your instructor

10 Studio Location & Contact Details Where we are Lancashire Pilates Studio Suite 5 Derwent House Vantage Court Riverside Business Park Barrowford BB9 6QF Tel: lancashirepilatesstudio@live.co.uk How to get here Our studio is conveniently located off junction 13 of the M65. There is ample parking available on the road leading to the Business Park. When arriving, please use the intercom at the front door of the building and wait to be let in.