Masterclasses

Masterclasses

Be inspired by our team of leading Pilates presenters…whether you're a Pilates teacher or an enthusiast looking to deepen your Pilates knowledge, our masterclasses will give you new exercise ideas and variations, teaching tips and so much more!

Masterclasses
  • 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 ...

  • Masterclass: Symmetry in Motion on the Reformer - Improver Class

    Following on from Shan's first 'Symmetry in Motion' Reformer masterclass, this second class is designed for clients at an improver/lower intermediate level.

    In these sessions, Shan combines classical and contemporary Pilates exercises to help us to explore how unilateral training can create gre...

  • Masterclass: Focus on Breath with Kathy Corey

    In this mat masterclass, Kathy Corey looks at the importance of breath in our Pilates practice, and how connecting breath to movement can change how we perform an exercise and how it makes us feel.

    You do not need any equipment for this class.

    With thanks to Ashia Ekwealor and Murielle

    A...

  • Masterclass: Dynamic Routine in Kneeling with Charlie Savage

    Charlie takes you down onto your knees for this dynamic, full body mat workout in four point kneeling, high kneeling, and side kneeling positions.

    You do not need any equipment for this class but you may wish to add a couple of head cushions under your knees for comfort.

    With thanks to Tracie...

  • 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.

    Added October 2024

    Michael King, a pioneering figure in the world ...

  • Masterclass: Reformer Jumpboard Interval Training with Shan Alphin

    Welcome to the Reformer Jumpboard!

    In this masterclass, Shan adds an element of interval training to Reformer Jumpboard practice, in order to elevate the intensity and cardiovascular benefits of your Pilates workouts, whilst still maintaining the control and precision that are so unique to Pila...

  • Masterclass: Countering Cross Syndrome on the Reformer with Suzanne Martin

    This masterclass with Suzanne looks at how Pilates Reformer exercises can help to counter cross syndrome (muscular imbalances) in the body, especially in relation to clients who have had hip replacements. Suzanne shares her own experience and road to recovery as a hip replacement client herself. ...

  • Masterclass: Help your Hips Move with Kathy King

    In this mat masterclass, Kathy focuses on a series of hip mobility and strengthening exercise sequences which she finds helpful when struggling with lower back 'stiffness'.

    You do not need any equipment for this class.

    With thanks to Theresa Kalpee

    Added November 2024

    Kathy is a London-ba...

  • Masterclass: Exploring Extension with Melanie Christou

    Explore extension with Melanie as she takes us through a series of exercises and movements which will help you to feel confident in spinal extension work. Starting with warm-up exercises to prepare your body, Melanie then looks at how you can challenge yourself and your range further to get the m...

  • Masterclass: Athletic Reformer Jumpboard Flow with Shan Alphin

    Shan is back with more Reformer Jumpboard inspiration!

    This time, Shan takes us through a dynamic Reformer routine that combines the principles of Plyometrics with the Jumpboard. This is an athletic class that will focus on lower body activation, abdominal strength, and core stability, providin...

  • 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.

    With thanks to Hernan Castro-Vidal & Jazzi Craddock

    Added December 2024

    Michael and Ton are internationally ...

  • Masterclass: Stretch and Flow with Christie Themistocleous

    We are delighted to welcome Christie back to Body Control Pilates Central with her first class filmed at our London Studio, rather than her home Studio in Cyprus!

    In this mat masterclass, Christie explores active and dynamic stretching combined with flowing movement, drawing on Joseph Pilates' ...

  • Masterclass: Reformer Sequences Part 1 - Seated Warm Up with Bridget

    Welcome to the first class from Bridget's new 'Reformer Sequences' series!

    In this first class, Bridget takes us through a seated warm-up sequence, designed to mobilise the key areas of the body before adding load on the Reformer.

    With thanks to Jacqui Baldwin

    Added January 2025

    Bridget M...

  • 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.

    With thanks to April Gunawardena & Victoria Hinds

    Added February 2025

    Maria has been involved in the world...

  • Masterclass: Energising Essentials Mat Routine with Cameron Angus

    Here's something a little different from Cameron...a mat masterclass designed to energise and to get you moving, with a focus on exploring breathwork and the difference it can make to each movement.

    Added February 2025

    Cameron is renowned for creating great ways to get people well through mo...

  • Masterclass: Reformer Sequences Part 2 - Standing Warm Up Sequence

    This second class in Bridget's 'Reformer Sequences' series is focused on a standing warm-up sequence. Bridget takes you through the correct Reformer set up before moving onto the exercises.

    With thanks to Jacqui Baldwin

    Added February 2025

    Bridget Montague has been teaching Pilates since 2...

  • Masterclass: Symmetry in Motion on the Reformer - Advanced Unilateral Work

    In this advanced-level Reformer session, Shan combines classical and contemporary Pilates exercises to help us to explore how unilateral training can help create greater symmetry through the body. Shan works through the different planes of movement, layering deep core stabilisation with effective...

  • Masterclass: An Introduction to the Rollover with Cameron Angus

    In this mat masterclass, Cameron breaks down the 'rollover' exercise and looks at what's needed to perform it correctly, highlighting the importance of strength, mobility, control and awareness.

    Added March 2025

    Cameron is renowned for creating great ways to get people well through movement ...

  • Masterclass: Coordinated Mat Sequences with Charlie Savage

    This flowing, balanced mat masterclass with Charlie brings together a number of coordinated sequences, starting in semi-supine and moving into seated and prone positions.

    You do not need any equipment for this class.

    With thanks to Tracie Carey

    Added March 2025

    Charlie has been teachin...

  • Masterclass: Reformer Sequences Part 3 - Semi-Supine Warm Up Sequence

    This third class in Bridget's 'Reformer Sequences' series is focused on warming up for a Reformer class in semi-supine. Bridget talks through the key watchpoints and the importance of the correct start position and set up.

    With thanks to Jacqui Baldwin

    Added March 2025

    Bridget Montague has...

  • Masterclass: Reformer Sequences Part 4 - Alternative Footwork Sequence

    Class number four in Bridget's 'Reformer Sequences' series is looking at alternative footwork positions which can add variety to your Reformer routine. As always, focus is placed on correct set up and alignment, in order to create better movement patterns.

    With thanks to Jacqui Baldwin

    Added...

  • Masterclass: Incorporating the Pilates Arc on the Reformer with Shan

    This Reformer masterclass with Shan sees the addition of the Pilates Arc! Shan takes us through the set up of the Arc on the Reformer, before demonstrating the range of benefits it offers, from improved core strength and flexibility to enhanced posture and body awareness.

    Pilates Arcs can be p...

  • Masterclass: Moving around the Middle - Hip & Pelvic Mobility

    This session with Cameron looks at movement around the middle of the body, namely the hips and pelvis, and how you can promote the 'easy' mobilisation of these areas, whilst encouraging clients to listen to feedback in their bodies.

    With thanks to Ashia Ekwealor

    Added April 2025

    Cameron is...