Pilates and Training

24/08/2026

The reformer machines are the most recognisable and popular pieces of equipment we have in our studio.

The reformer consists of a moving carriage and a row of springs with differing tensions. The carriage can be moved with the loops using a pulley system. We have loops that can be used either for feet or hands, depending on the exercise. The footbar can be adjusted to move up or down. As the name gives away, we often use it with our feet during footwork, but it can also be useful for hand placement when performing other moves.

Why do we use the reformer?

The reformer is popular because not only is it fun to use, but it’s a fantastic way to move our bodies in a low-impact, targeted way. Depending on the exercise and spring tension, we can use it to resist our movements, loading the muscles or we can use it for support, aiding movement.

The reformer was originally created by Joseph Pilates for clients who needed extra support. Today, they’re multifunctional and can create challenging and purposeful workouts or flowing, full-body sequences.

What’s your favourite reformer exercise?

23/08/2026

Do you know what a Rib Flare is? Your instructor might have even cued you to pull your ribs down but you still aren’t sure what they mean or how it looks.

As you can see in the video, the ribs are popping up through the T-shirt, this is a rib flare, the rib cage is lifting up and out apposed to laying flat.

Having a rib flare can make it harder to engage your core as it often results in an imbalance of core muscles, the posterior muscles being tighter and the anterior being weaker, or your back is tight and your tummy weak.

Becoming aware of your rib cage and using lateral breathing can help us reduce the rib flare and help you find your weaker cire muscles. These muscles are your Transvers abdominus (TVA), which are incredibly impotent for the stability of your spine and wrap around us like a corset, attaching the ribs to the pelvis.

You can also see in the video as the Transverse Abdominis is engaged, the ribs pull down towards the tummy, which allows a deep contraction and engagement with the core.

What to know more, Drop us a message!

23/08/2026

Do you know the difference between Short Spine Massage and Long Spine Massage?

Short spine can be thought of as being stretchy and mobilising, living up to its name.

Long spine can be used more of a challenge for your strength and control will in the inversion.

Can you keep your toes over your hips as you roll out of long spine?

23/08/2026

September timetable!

Are you ready?

21/08/2026

😂😂 I know some of you only pick one!

“Keep breathing.”

Oh THANK YOU.

I completely forgot.

I’m currently trying to:

Engage my powerhouse.
Keep my ribs down.
Relax my shoulders.
Point my toes.
Lengthen my spine.
Control the carriage.
Remember which leg we’re using.

And now you want oxygen too?

Greedy.

At this point breathing is an extracurricular activity.

21/08/2026

Happy Friday!
See you back in the Studio Sunday!

21/08/2026

We love our Towers!

The stability mixed with the resistance is the ideal combination to stretch and strengthen the body in a way you have never felt before!

Have you tried Tower Pilates?

20/08/2026

🚨Calling All Instructors 🚨

🩵Sunday 13th September
🩵2-5pm

💙2 hours workshop
💙1 hour professional discussions

Limited spaces
Dm to book