A class designed for growing bodies. Classes are made up of combination of Pilates and strength exercises with a focus on inclusive and fun. Expect a focus on core, coordination and balance along with general strengthening. This class is suitable for 10 to 16 year olds.

Participants of all levels of ability are welcome, our team being highly skilled in modifying for the individual in a group setting. Classes of course accommodate for participants of the NDIS (must be self-managed).

Classes run in line with the school term, participants must enrol for the entire term.

Measures will be taken at the start and end of the term to establish baselines, monitor progress and manage and set appropriate goals.

What are the benefits?

A systematic review was conducted to evaluate the effectiveness of Pilates intervention on physical function in children and youth. It demonstrated that Pilates:

· Improves flexibility

· Improves strength

· Improves postural control

· and reduces pain

(Hornsby E, Johnston LM 2020)

Another study looked at the effectiveness of a 6 week core program in school aged children. The results demonstrated the significantly improved truck muscular endurance, movement capability, flexibility and balance!

References

· Hornsby E, Johnston LM. Effect of Pilates Intervention on Physical Function of Children and Youth: A Systematic Review. Arch Phys Med Rehabil. 2020 Feb;101(2):317-328. doi: 10.1016/j.apmr.2019.05.023. Epub 2019 May 30. PMID: 31152703.

· Chang NJ, Tsai IH, Lee CL, Liang CH. Effect of a Six-Week Core Conditioning as a Warm-Up Exercise in Physical Education Classes on Physical Fitness, Movement Capability, and Balance in School-Aged Children. Int J Environ Res Public Health. 2020 Jul 30;17(15):5517. doi: 10.3390/ijerph17155517. PMID: 32751720; PMCID: PMC7432415.