Pilates is a holistic exercise that encompasses the mind and body.  Joseph Pilates started developing his method during WW1.  He understood that freedom of movement is central to enhancing our life experience.  So many modern day routines cause, amongst other things, a poor posture, (a deviation from the natural alignment of the body), reduced lung capacity and lack of overall strength.  The result is an increased pressure on joints such as knees, hips and back.  A lot of modern exercise techniques seem to be centred around an 'aesthetic' ideal; building one (or some) particular muscle group(s).  Conversely, Pilates was created with a view to bring balance and harmony back to the whole body.  Joseph Pilates said that you are only as young as your spine is mobile.  We can be old at 30, or young at 70.  At Pink Shrimp Pilates, your health, wellbeing and progressions are important to us.  We aim to help you attain your goals of increased strength, mobility and flexibility across the whole body, in a style that remains true to what Joseph Pilates intended.  

 

Our clients come to Pilates because they want to feel more at home in their body.  They want to see, and more importantly FEEL a difference.  For many of our clients, the reason they come is building the strength to remove pressure they're feeling in their knees, back or hips.  For some, it might be toning up to feel like clothes fit you better.  For others, it might mean you can be strong enough to enjoy all the other joys in your life like walking the dog, playing sports with your children or spending hours gardening, without feeling the risk of injury! Since showing up can be the hardest part, we strive to ensure it is an inclusive and welcoming safe space for Pilates enthusiasts of all levels.  You can expect a thoroughly enjoyable, yet challenging experience.   Whether you are an athlete looking to build further strength, or you're coming back from major surgery, the Pilates method can be adapted to give your body what it needs.