Frequently Asked Questions

The origins of reformer pilates date back to the original pilates studio in New York in the 1920’s and was designed by Joseph Pilates. The reformer uses springs, pulleys, bars and straps to perform hundreds of exercises in a variety of positions to target very specific and stabilising muscle groups.

As quoted by Joseph Pilates himself (the founder of the Pilates Method) – “Pilates develops the body uniformly, corrects wrong postures, restores physical vitality, invigorates the mind and elevates the spirit”.

The ultimate mind & body connection. Reformer pilates aims to target each individual muscle group in isolation, working from the abdominals and core, through to arms, glutes, legs and back. The exercises performed within the class change on a daily basis, placing the muscles under altering loads. This is an ideal technique for building and toning muscles and giving an all-over body workout as well as offering unique benefits to your mind. By adding spring resistance as well as light hand weights during some exercises, we will ensure you experience a total body workout. You will feel a muscle burn like you’ve never experienced before! Think pleasurable pain!

Unlike some other physical activities, Reformer Pilates can be done on a daily basis. It is gentle enough that it won’t tear muscles, yet challenging enough to keep you motivated. There are hundreds of movements and exercises on the reformer so you will feel your workouts targeting your body from all different angles. Even if you can only come to Pilates once a week, it will assist in strengthening weakened areas and help promote strength, flexibility and balance.

If you are completely new to exercise or are in recovery please discuss regularity of visits with your studio instructor.

Anyone and everyone! The beauty of Reformer Pilates is that it is suitable for any age and will seriously benefit your well being whatever your age. Pilates is low-impact and suitable for all ages and abilities (from beginners to athletes). The added benefit of doing the exercises on the reformer is that you can adjust the level of intensity to suit your own body; we help each personto obtain an overall body workout at minimal risk of injury, and within your own limits. All of our classes have a qualified instructor to provide specific technique correction and adjustment to each individual. Please be prepared that our instructors will use their hands when necessary to correct body positions.

Yourself, enthusiasm, water, grip socks (essential)and comfortable/suitable clothing.

That’s completely ok. Not only will you strengthen and slim down from doing reformer Pilates, you’ll also get more flexible. Being more flexible will assist in reducing stiffness and soreness in the body, as well as aid to get long, lean muscles. You will feel empowered, stronger & more flexible than ever after regular visits to our reformer instructors in Formby.

We don’t specialise in prenatal Reformer Pilates and do not take bookings for those who are pregnant.

Yes, our Formby Reformer Pilates Studio has ample parking right outside.

Yes you can. We stock a variety of designs and sizes of grip socks by Tavi Noir at the Studio.