This mat-based workout with Kathy focuses on lateral work and helps you to connect and open out the side of the body.
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Kathy is a London-based Body Control Pilates teacher. She is a member of the Body Control Pilates teacher training team on both the Matwork Certification Course as well as on a ...

Join Kate for a flowing intermediate Matwork class, designed to give you a bit of a challenge!

No equipment is needed other than a mat - you'll start in standing before moving onto the floor.
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With thanks to Daniel Dewhurst and Victoria Eynaut
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Kate has been teaching Pilates for well over 10...

Brenda takes us through a Matwork class which, as the title suggests, focuses on our feet!

Brenda looks at how our foot alignment affects how we move through the rest of our body, particularly our ankles and knees, and how changing out of a standard 'parallel position' can challenge our movemen...

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With thanks to Jacquie Biggs
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Lorna has been a registered nurse for 25 years and currently works part-time as an advanced nurse practitioner in a GP surgery. Prior to this, she worked in emergency departments for many years, specialising in Muscular and Skeletal injuries.

Lorna also qualif...

Join Paul for a flowing mixed mat class, starting in standing then down to the floor and back up again!

No equipment is needed for this class.
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With thanks to Hernan Castral-Vido
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Paul began practising Pilates in 1999 after sustaining a sports-related injury to his spine. He had previously sp...

Following on from last month's mat-based class, this second class with Kathy is a standing workout for clients with shoulder problems or restrictions. The focus is on strengthening the legs and allowing freedom of movement.

You will need something to stand on for this class, such as a yoga bloc...

Valentina takes you through a balanced, flowing mat workout using a small ball (overball) and a resistance band, showing how these props can be used to give you feedback, challenge you and increase your range of movement.
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With thanks to Hayley Tower
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Valentina qualified with Body Control Pilat...

Join Sarah for an dynamic and flowing advanced level workout on the mat. You will need a resistance band and small ball (overball) for this class.

As this is an advanced class, please be aware of your own body and limitations - there is a lot of knee flexion so please alter or avoid any exercis...

We are delighted to welcome Chiara to Body Control Pilates Central in her first video as a presenter!

In this flowing class, Chiara takes a look at the Classical Mat exercises, adding in a number of variations and transitions to enhance your workout.
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With thanks to Hayley Towler and Hernan Cas...

Valentina takes us through a flowing mat class designed to move your whole body through all ranges of movement.

Please take care with certain exercises if you have any shoulder problems, especially in side-lying. If you find seated positions uncomfortable, you could use a yoga block or a few bo...

Simone takes us through a dynamic and flowing Matwork class designed for clients working at an intermediate/advanced level.

You will not need any props or equipment for this class.
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With thanks to Heidi Monsen & Stacey Keating
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Simone was born in Zimbabwe and came to London to train as a balle...

Chiara takes you through a gentle movement class, ideal for waking and warming up your joints for the day ahead.

No equipment is needed for this class.
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With thanks to Hayley Towler and Hernan Castro-Vidal
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Chiara qualified as Body Control Pilates teacher in 2014 and is honoured to be part of...

This Pregnancy Pilates class with Sarah-Louise focuses on gentle movements which will help you to improve your breathing and alignment throughout pregnancy.

Please ensure you have medical clearance to exercise before following this class.
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With thanks to Sophie Cracknell
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Sarah was a dancer ...

This flowing workout with Kathy takes you through all the different Pilates positions, starting in standing and then moving onto the floor for kneeling, side-lying and more. The focus is on keeping the breath fluid and centre connected.

No equipment is needed for this class.
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With thanks to C...

Adding a resistance band to your Pilates workout can provide you with both extra feedback and an extra challenge! This flowing routine with Rachel gives you with a balanced workout and lots of new ideas to take into classes with you.

Bands are available to purchase from Sissel UK - www.sisseluk...

This Pregnancy Pilates class with Sarah-Louise is designed for clients who have Pilates experience but would like to keep up their Pilates workouts during pregnancy to maintain good strength and alignment.

A large physio/exercise ball would be helpful for this class.

Please ensure you have medi...

Simone takes us through a flowing workout which mixes up the original 'Classical Mat' exercises by adding variations and a small ball!
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With thanks to Heidi Monsen & Stacey Keating
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Simone was born in Zimbabwe and came to London to train as a ballet dancer. She danced for Sadlers Wells Royal B...

Join Brenda as she show us how two small spikey balls can make a big difference to your Pilates workouts!

These portable pieces of equipment are great for both activating muscles and releasing tension, leaving you feeling balanced and moving more freely.

As the title suggests, you will need ...

This gentle movement class with Chiara is focused on mobilising the spine in all directions, and also the shoulders and the hips, thereby setting you up for the day ahead or for a good night's sleep!

You will need to be sitting comfortably for this class so may wish to use a chair, plus you may...

We are delighted to welcome Christie to Body Control Pilates Central with her first class filmed specially for us from her Studio in Cyprus!

This 'Posture Perfect' workout is designed to improve posture by countering the stresses and strains modern life puts on our body and spine. The class wil...

We are very happy to welcome Jacquie to Body Control Pilates Central with her first class filmed for us!

In this intermediate-level Mat workout, Jacquie will take you through a flowing class designed to challenge your strength and stability. You will start down on the floor and finish in standi...

This balanced mat class with Chiara is focused on building core strength and stability through the repetition of exercises and movements.

You will not need any equipment for this class.
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With thanks to Hernan Castro-Vidal
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Added March 2023
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Chiara qualified as Body Control Pilates teacher i...

Jacquie takes us through a flowing, intermediate-level Reformer routine, designed to improve strength, mobility and flexibility.
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With thanks to Hannah Garcia
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Added May 2023
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Jacquie had a successful career as a professional dancer and
choreographer in London’s West End and in numerous pr...

This intermediate-level class with Kathy focuses on the spine and looks at the importance of moving from your vertabrae and the muscles around them before you move your head, ribcage and pelvis.

You will start in a seated position and will need a yoga block or similar for support.
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With thanks...