In this masterclass,, Lynne is joined by physiotherapist and Body Control Pilates course tutor, Louise Tallis, to look at the effect Osteoporosis and Osteopenia have on posture and how Pilates exercises can help.
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With thanks to Claire Vafiadis
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Louise graduated from Brunel University as a...

In the first of her 'Sequencing for Success' masterclasses for Body Control Pilates Central, Elizabeth looks at the Classical Pilates exercise 'The Leg Pull - Front' (also knows as the 'Front Plank') and suggests how you can best prepare your body for performing this exercise.
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With thanks to ...

This masterclass with Michael and Ton looks at exercises and sequences which are designed for strengthening the muscles around the spine by working through all planes of movement.
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With thanks to Hannah Garcia & Nadia Dahlawi
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Michael and Ton are internationally recognised Pilates Master T...

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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With thanks to Chiara Favarett...

We are delighted to welcome Jenny to Body Control Pilates Central with her first masterclass.

This masterclass looks at spinal rotation as an active movement and the ability to work against rotation using resistance.
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With thanks to Nicole Davis
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Jenny qualified as a physiotherapist fr...

This flowing Matwork masterclass with Kathy looks at exercises which will help to connect the front and back lines of the body through a range of start positions.
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With thanks to Alex Tinney. Heidi Monsen & Sylwia Foryss
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Kathy is a London-based Body Control Pilates teacher. She is a membe...

The ribcage and abdominal pathways are mechanically coupled through the 'Zone of Apposition', the area from the inside of the bottom ribs where the respiratory diaphragm attaches, to the top of the diaphragm.

Optimising the Zone of Apposition (ZOA) for our clients is a critical element in min...

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...

Hypermobility can affect the whole body but one of the most common and badly affected areas are the knees.

In this masterclass, Suzanne will talk you through how to spot signs of hypermobility in clients and how you can help clients with hyper-extended knees to improve their strength and cont...

We are delighted to welcome Philippa Satchwell to Body Control Pilates Central with her first masterclass, focused on improving Postural Stability.

As we age, we tend to lose our joint mobility, muscle strength and balance and, as a result, we may develop a tendency to fall.

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Join leading physiotherapist and inventor of the Oov, Daniel Vladeta, as he takes you through a Pilates masterclass on the Oov - a piece of equipment designed to challenge stability and provide feedback.

For more information on the Oov, visit www.oov.com.au.
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With thanks to Hannah Cable &...

This 'Part 2' masterclass with Miranda focuses on the 'Roll Over' and follows on from Part 1 which looks at the 'Roll Up'.

The 'Roll Over' is a more advanced exercise and Miranda addresses why it is that some clients can roll up and not roll over, whilst others can roll over and not roll up!
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Mastering the 'Roll Up' is essential in order to be able to perform much of the Classical Pilates repertoire. In turn, the correct sequential recruitment the exercise promotes is key to achieving your full movement potential and to maintaining a healthy, strong and flexible body.

In this detai...

This masterclass is drawn from Katherine's popular ‘All The Extensions’ workshop and explores variations for better spinal and hip extension in a range of positions. Katherine also provides some new ideas for cueing, which include her famous Zombie move!
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Thanks to Harriet Heath & Jo Hatherley...

Join Sarah, her son Matteo and his friends as they explore the different seasons and look at how to incorporate fun themes and games into Pilates practice for children.

This class gives a taster of the creative ideas and concepts covered in Body Control Pilates' 'Pilates for Children' courses...

This flowing masterclass with Michael & Ton focuses on shoulder strength and mobility and gives you plenty of new ideas and exercises to add to your own workout routine and classes.
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With thanks to Hannah Garcia & Nadia Dahlawi
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Michael and Ton are internationally recognised Pilates Master ...

This masterclass with Madeline Black uses the Pilates Arc/Small Barrel. Madeline teaches the traditional small barrel movements with a focus on motivating spinal motions from the thorax. You will learn how the combination of length and strength in the movements brings better balance to the trunk....

Following on from the first Reformer class in this series, this second class with Nathan will not only give you a perfectly balanced workout, but will also enhance your understanding of the method behind the exercises. It is a steady-paced class aimed at mixed abilities and includes both innovati...

Sasha's debut class on Body Control Pilates Central provides a continuous gentle workout, which focuses on internal rhythm and musicality. Sasha's class draws on her background as a professional ballet dancer and extensive knowledge as an international Pilates and Gyrotonics teacher.
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This intermediate-level mat masterclass with Cara focuses on developing the strength and dynamic stability of our lateral hips, or 'side hips', which in turn help to support our lower back. This class incorporates new ideas and variations, as well as traditional Pilates Mat repertoire.

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Spinal Asymmetry is the norm for most people! In this masterclass for Body Control Pilates Central, Dr Suzanne Martin assesses two Body Control Pilates teachers with differing asymmetry issues and offer tips on how to assess and help your own clients. Suzanne will show you the basics of how to im...

This intermediate-level class with Sarah is designed to give you further ideas and challenges to share with your clients to help with their progression in Matwork classes.

Some exercises use a TheraBand (stretch band) - bands are available to purchase from Sissel UK (www.sisseluk.com)
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The fantastic Michael & Ton are back with this new Triadball class for Body Control Pilates Central, which is packed full of brand new routines, creative ideas and lots of fun!

To purchase a Triadball, please contact the Body Control Pilates office on 0207 6368900 or you can order them via ht...

Test your stability and explore your movement potential in this masterclass with Lynne, which takes you through challenging exercises and sequences on the 'big ball'!
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Thanks to Claire Barnaby
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Originally from a dance background, Lynne spent many years teaching dance in the community as ...