Public Classes (for every level)

Public Classes (for every level)

Welcome to our collection of videos for Pilates enthusiasts of all levels. More are being added every month so, when you need to take some time out for yourself, just log on, follow a class, and enjoy the benefits that only Pilates can give you.

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Public Classes (for every level)
  • Shorter Workout: Stamina and Strength with Valentina Fruzzetti

    If you're pushed for time but are keen to keep developing your core strength and stamina, this class with Valentina is the class for you! Perfect for when you only have ten minutes to spare but are in need of a movement.

    No equipment is needed for this class.

    With thanks to Greville Matthews &...

  • Longer Workout: Balanced Band Routine with Jazzi Craddock

    This flowing, balanced class with Jazzi shows how you can add a resistance band into your matwork routine in order to add a little variety, plus extra challenge and feedback.

    With thanks to Lisa Missah

    Added August 2025

    Jazzi has been a Body Control Pilates teacher for over a decade, an...

  • Shorter Workout: Focus on Four Point Kneeling with Paul Howse

    This short class with Paul is, as the title suggests, all about four-point kneeling!

    Paul takes us through a variety of four-point kneeling exercises, with the occasional twist to keep things interesting! These exercises are perfect to do as part of a longer balanced class, either at the beginni...

  • Longer Workout: Feel Good Pilates with Chiara Favaretti

    We all need a little 'feel good' in our lives right now so here is Chiara to provide just that! This longer mat workout is suitable for all levels and you will not need any equipment unless you would like to use a head cushion or two for knee support.

    With thanks to Afsi Mobasser

    Added Octobe...

  • Longer Workout: Pilates for the Perimenopause & Menopause - Class 1

    We are delighted to welcome Anna to the Body Control Pilates Central with her first class filmed for us!

    As the title suggests, this class is focused on exercises which will help women who are experiencing the perimenopause and menopause, with an emphasis placed on building strength and maintai...

  • Longer Workout: Matwork Evolution with Kate Hodder

    This matwork class with Kate takes exercises we all know and love and looks at how we can combine them together and create more flow with our movement.

    You do not need any equipment for this class.

    With thanks to Claudia Teixera and Liesl Watt

    Added November 2025

    Kate has been teaching P...

  • Longer Workout: Adding Load - Workout 2: Working with Weights

    Welcome to the second 'Adding Load' workout with Lynne and Sarah, which this time looks at working with hand weights to help improve strength and bone density.

    When it comes to using hand weights, please choose weights which provide you with a bit of a challenge but still allow you to maintain ...

  • Longer Workout: Introduction to the Pilates Chair with Melanie Christou

    This class with Melanie combines matwork exercises with work on the 'Pilates Chair' (Wundachair), a wonderfully challenging and supportive piece of Studio equipment. The exercises are suitable for improver to intermediate clients who are comfortable with matwork but who haven't used the Chair bef...

  • Shorter Workout: Classical Mat Remix 1 with Chiara Favaretti

    Here's something a little different from Chiara...Classical Mat exercises selected at random and put together into a mini sequence! This initial sequence focuses on the following six exercises:

    Rolling like a Ball
    Single Leg Stretch
    Standing Push Up
    Rocking
    Hip Circles
    Side Lifts

    With thanks ...

  • Shorter Workout: Circles with Paul Howse

    Life isn't linear so let Paul take your body on a short journey through circular movements, leaving you feeling well-rounded all round!

    You do not need any equipment for this class.

    With thanks to Ashia Ekwealor and Lisa Missah

    Added December 2025

    Paul began practising Pilates in 1999 aft...

  • Longer Workout: Reformer Routine with Jazzi Craddock

    Join Jazzi for a short, balanced Reformer routine designed to take your body through all planes of movement.

    With thanks to Lisa Missah

    Added December 2025

    Jazzi has been a Body Control Pilates teacher for over a decade, and has completed both her full Comprehensive Studio and Master Mat...

  • Longer Workout: Pilates for the Perimenopause & Menopause - Class 2

    Join Anna for another balanced workout designed for women who are experiencing the perimenopause and menopause, with an emphasis placed on building strength and maintaining flexibility.

    You will need a small ball (overball) and a resistance band for this class.
    Equipment can be purchased from S...

  • Shorter Workout: Classical Mat Remix 3 with Chiara Favaretti

    This is Chiara's final remix session, where Classical Mat exercises are selected at random and put together into a flowing sequence, complete with transitions. This time, it's the turn of the following:

    Double Leg Stretch
    Swimming
    Teaser
    Saw
    Spine Twist
    Open Leg Rocker

    You do not need any equip...

  • Longer Workout: Morning Matwork with Diane Aben

    Join Diane for a matwork routine focused on warming up and mobilising the spine and hips on the floor before ending in standing. The perfect class to kickstart your day!

    You do not need any equipment for this class.

    With thanks to Florenca Rasku

    Added February 2026

    Diane began teaching ...

  • Longer Workout: Mat x Band Class with Paul Howse

    Paul takes us through a 30 minute mat workout with the addition of some extra resistance from the trusty theraband! There is mention of a Teaser too but don't let that scare you off...

    This class uses a medium resistance band, available to purchase from Sissel UK: www.sisseluk.com.

    With than...

  • Shorter Workout: Gentle Morning Mat Class with Valentina Fruzzetti

    This short gentle mat routine with Valentina is perfect to open up your body and mobilise your joints. Great to do at the start of your day or to wind down in the evening!

    With thanks to Greville Matthews & Heidi Monsen

    Added March 2026

    Valentina qualified with Body Control Pilates in 2016...

  • Longer Workout: Movements for Mobility with Paul Howse

    Join Paul for a short, balanced matwork routine designed to improve mobility.

    You do not need any equipment for this class.

    With thanks to Mahassen Taher and Ruth Gonzalez Jimenez

    Added April 2026

    Paul began practising Pilates in 1999 after sustaining a sports-related injury to his spine....

  • Shorter Workout: Band Work for the Arms and Hips with Kate Hodder

    Kate takes us through a short 20 minute resistance band workout which focuses on the arms and the hips.

    You will need a long medium resistance band for this class - these are available to purchase from Sissel UK: www.sisseluk.com

    With thanks to Claudia Teixera and Liesl Watt

    Added May 2026
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  • Longer Workout: Pilates for the Perimenopause & Menopause - Class 3

    Anna is back with another balanced workout designed for women who are experiencing the perimenopause and menopause, with an emphasis placed on building strength and maintaining flexibility.

    You will need a small ball (overball) and a resistance band for this class.
    Equipment can be purchased fr...

  • A Guided Relaxation with Chiara Favaretti

    Relaxation is one of the main principles of Pilates but is often neglected in our regular classes. Join Chiara as she guides us through a short relaxation session which can be included as a part of a longer class or followed on its own.

    With thanks to Afsi Mobasser

    Added June 2026

    Chiara q...

  • Longer Workout: Pilates for Posture with Christie Themistocleous

    We are delighted to welcome Christie back to the Body Control Pilates Central channel with this latest class, filmed at her home studio in Nicosia, Cyprus!

    This latest class with Christie looks at how we can improve our posture, and in turn our quality of movement, by developing our alignment, ...