Mat Pilates Classes at Active+ Albany - All Levels

💪 Join our comprehensive Mat Pilates classes at Active+ Albany, designed for all fitness levels. Classes focus on strengthening your core, improving flexibility, and enhancing balance while reducing injury risk and chronic pain.

Led by experienced physiotherapist Alysha Scott, these one-hour sessions take place in our purpose-built Pilates studio. Maximum class size of 12 ensures personalised attention.

Class Details:

• Suitable for beginners progressing from introductory courses or those with previous Pilates experience
• Floor-based exercises targeting core strength while working your entire body
• Helps reduce back, shoulder, knee, wrist and hip pain
• Mats provided (or bring your own)

Practical Information:

• Venue: Active+ Albany
• Cost: $20 per class (10-class pack) or $25 casual rate
• Wear comfortable workout clothes (no shoes on mats)
• New participants must complete a health check form

For bookings: Call 09 444 1925 or email albany@activeplus.co.nz

Why Mat Pilates Is Perfect For Kiwis of All Abilities

🧘‍♀️ Mat Pilates has become incredibly popular across New Zealand for good reason. This accessible exercise method develops core strength, improves posture, and enhances body awareness without high-impact movements that might aggravate existing conditions.

Unlike many gym workouts that focus solely on building muscle, Pilates takes a holistic approach to fitness. The controlled movements and breathing techniques help:

• Improve core stability - Essential for everyday movements and protecting your spine
• Enhance flexibility - Gradually increase your range of motion through gentle stretching
• Reduce pain - Particularly beneficial for those with back issues or joint niggles
• Boost mind-body connection - Improve coordination and body awareness

Our classes accommodate various fitness levels, making it perfect whether you're recovering from injury, maintaining fitness, or looking to complement more intensive training. The techniques learned in Pilates can be applied to improve performance in other sports and daily activities.

Mat Pilates is particularly valuable for Kiwis who spend long hours sitting at desks or driving, as it addresses the postural issues that commonly develop from our modern lifestyle. Many participants report not only physical benefits but also reduced stress levels and improved mental clarity.