Which level of class? Mat, Reformer and V2 Max Plus

Foundation Level

This is a 6 session introduction to the STOTT PILATES exercise program. Attendance can be weekly for 6 weeks or twice weekly for 3 weeks; this course is designed for those new to STOTT PILATES. It literally lays the foundations for your body to understand and apply the STOTT PILATES 5 Principles of Alignment to your exercise program. Starting with the fundamental exercises you will progress through the levels, challenging yourself to apply the principles to ever more demanding and complex exercises.

Level One

This course is at the “essential level”. With a wide ranging repertoire of challenging exercises we focus on strengthening the core and periphery, mobilizing the spine, hips and shoulders, improving flexibility and building muscle endurance. Using both large and small equipment this level is suitable for clients who have completed the Foundation Course, or have some experience of studio and mat based Pilates[1].

Level Two

These sessions are for clients who have attained the “essential level” of competency[2] and are ready to move through to the intermediate level repertoire. Level Two is designed to further challenge the “essential level” benefits. Building on strength and endurance through the core and periphery we will focus on introducing more stamina, coordination and balance to the exercise program.

Level Three

These sessions are for clients who have completed and are competent[2] with the Level Two program. Level Three progresses you through to the Advanced Level repertoire and ultimately challenges your strength, endurance, balance, coordination and flexibility. Suited to highly trained clients and sports professionals, these exercises are very challenging.

Power Paced Workout (Foundation Level to Level Three)

Applicable to Mat, Reformer and V2 Max Plus classes, this fast moving workout involves continuous exercise for 45-60 minutes. You will transition quickly and smoothly through the exercises for a highly intensive session. To join in these classes you will need to have participated in the foundation course or have previous experience with another Pilates method and taken your free 5 Basic principles class.

[1] If you have trained with another method we will give you a free one hour STOTT PILATES basic principles class.
[2] We are committed to our clients exercising safely and effectively. Your instructor will help you choose whether you’re in the appropriate level class.