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Masterclass: Standing Reformer with Kathy Corey
We are delighted to be adding another wonderful class from master teacher, Kathy Corey, to Body Control Pilates Central.
This masterclass looks at standing work on the Reformer - elements of the class can be added into your wider Reformer routine, or you can do it as a stand-alone balanced class...
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Masterclass: Reformer Sequences – Part 8 (Knee Stretches & Split Sequence)
This is the final instalment in Bridget's 'Reformer Sequences' series. In this session, Bridget looks at different versions of both knee stretches and splits sequences.
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With thanks to Jacqui Baldwin
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Added August 2025
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Bridget Montague has been teaching Pilates since 2001. Her career in movem... -
Masterclass: Functional Floor Work with Charlie Savage
This is the second part of Charlie's functional matwork routine which explores how Pilates exercises can support how we move on a day-to-day basis. In this class, Charlie takes us from the standing work of the previous session into a more floor-based series of exercises, including work in high kn...
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Masterclass: Pilates Fusion Mat Masterclass with Michael King
In this mat masterclass, Michael brings together Pilates repertoire from the different pieces of Studio equipment, as well as different Pilates 'genres', to create a flowing fusion class, designed to inspire and challenge.
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Added October 2024
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Masterclass: Let your body move you with Michael Fritzke & Ton Voogt
Our dynamic duo are back with a new class which is simply designed to let your body move you! It's just you, Michael, Ton and your mat for this flowing class - no equipment or props are needed.
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With thanks to Anastasiia Lobanovska, Ashia Ekwealor and Grev Matthews
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Added June 2025
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Masterclass: Exploring the Pilates Chair with Cameron Angus
The Pilates Chair is such a versatile piece of Studio Equipment which allows you to challenge and progress your clients in a supported way, thanks to the variable resistance of the pedal springs .
In this masterclass, Cameron explores the Chair and all it has to offer, drawing on well-known and...
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Masterclass: Back to Basics on the Reformer with Maria Earle
A marvellous Maria masterclass which takes you 'back to basics' on the Reformer, looking at the all the important elements for a balanced, mindful and yet challenging workout routine.
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With thanks to April Gunawardena & Victoria Hinds
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Added February 2025
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Maria has been involved in the world... -
Masterclass: Reformer x Small Ball Masterclass with Shan Alphin
In this Studio Equipment masterclass, Shan brings the small ball to the Reformer to increase feedback, awareness and challenge.
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With thanks to Hannah Plom
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Added July 2025
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Shan Alphin, MBA, MSc, NCPT has taught movement for over 25 years. She holds a Master’s Degree in Exercise Physiolog... -
Masterclass: Fascial Work for the Head and Neck with Dr Suzanne Martin
This masterclass with Dr Suzanne Martin looks at fascial release work for the head and neck, including how to assess clients and address key problem areas.
Suzanne uses a variety of props for the class which you can find around the home, including balloons, drinking straws and pencils.
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Antenatal Pilates: Pregnancy & the Pelvic Floor with Lynne Robinson
An introduction to working with pregnant clients – this class gives advice on how Pilates can help during pregnancy (particularly with Pelvic Floor work) and contraindications to be aware of.
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Thanks to Ella Porter & Baby Clover!
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Lynne is co-founder and director of Body Control Pilates... -
Masterclass: Matwork Moves using Pilates & The Franklin Method with Tom
It's always a pleasure to have Tom McCook with us at Body Control Pilates Central.
In this masterclass, Tom combines Pilates, Franklin Method and Foundation Training (designed to improve posture and posterior chain muscles) exercises to provide a flowing, fluid Matwork routine.
You will need ...
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Masterclass: Upper Body Strengthener with Cara Reeser
This intermediate-level Matwork Masterclass with Cara places an emphasis on shoulder girdle strength and control, in order to prepare our bodies for weight-bearing work and exercises.
Equipment needed for the class: yoga blocks and a stretch/resistance band.
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Masterclass: Functional Standing and Balance Work with Charlie Savage
Join Charlie for a masterclass in functional standing work. Charlie takes us through a series of exercises designed to improve balance and confidence in standing, which can then be translated into how we move on a day-to-day basis.
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With thanks to Greville Matthews
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Added June 2025
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Masterclass: Foam Roller – Preparing the Hips with Georgie Sayer
In this flowing Foam Roller class, George will look at how you can use the roller to improve hip extension and to help to prepare your hips for more advanced Pilates exercises.
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Thanks to Theresa Cooper
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Georgina discovered Pilates 13 years ago. She fell in love with the fluidity, precis... -
Masterclass: Open Up the Spine on the Ladder Barrel with Madeline Black
In this masterclass, Madeline moves through Ladder Barrell sequences with cues designed to stimulate the connection of the feet and hips to the spine. The cueing focuses on the sequential motion of the joints, thereby challenging the trunk in stability and mobility.
To purchase a Ladder Barre...
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Masterclass: Sacroiliac Joint Sequences with Michael Fritzke & Ton Voogt
Join Michael and Ton for a mat masterclass full of sequences perfect for mobilising your sacroiliac (SI) joint.
You will need a pair of spiky balls and a triadball for this class.
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With thanks to Hernan Castro-Vidal & Jazzi Craddock
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Added December 2024
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Masterclass: Reformer Sequences - Part 6 (Seated Sequence) with Bridget
The sixth instalment of Bridget's 'Reformer Sequences' series of masterclasses looks at a sequence in sitting, plus a knee and front-of-thigh stretch.
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With thanks to Jacqui Baldwin
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Added June 2025
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Bridget Montague has been teaching Pilates since 2001. Her career in movement began at an earl... -
Masterclass: An Introduction to Hypopressives - Part 2 with Abby Lord
In this second part of Abby's introductory Hypopressives masterclasses, Abby brings together the breathwork, postures and poses which are integral to the method, and looks at the reason why each plays such an important role.
Please do ensure you have watched Part 1 before this class!
You will ...
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Masterclass: Resistance Band Repertoire with Kate Hodder
Mix up your Matwork routine by adding a resistance band to your workout. This masterclass with Kate looks at how this lightweight and portable piece of small equipment can add both more challenge and greater feedback to exercises.
The band used in this class is medium strength and cut to 2m long...