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PILATES

Improve posture, mobility and strength

Pilates sessions at Waterside are designed to align, strengthen and invigorate your body and mind. Classes focus on core strength, flexibility and mindful movement. Expect to see improvements in your posture and balance, experience reduced back pain and enjoy a heightened sense of well-being. These classes are ideal for all fitness levels, offering modifications to challenge or ease the workout as needed.

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Our Instructors at waterside

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Jenny Healy

Jenny has been passionate about fitness for the last 20 years and fell in love with Pilates as she believes it is the perfect way to tone, strengthen and stretch your body and mind. Jenny's classes are fun and varied and are suitable for beginners and through to those looking for a bit more of a challenge!

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Neila Drabble

Neila is a Piltes and Yoga instructor who spent several months in India across 3 years practising Yoga with some amazingly gifted teachers and she now wants to pass on the skills and knowledge from her experience to others. In Neila's Pilates class at The Waterside you can expect to strengthen up your core and develop body awareness to improve posture, ease lower back pain, increase balance and improve mobility.

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Liz Doyle

Liz is one of our longest standing instructors with more than 20 years teaching in the fitness industry. She teaches all kinds of classes but my passion is Pilates. Her aim is to make her classes fun, interesting and inclusive to everyone.

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Natalie Hesketh

Natalie has taught classes at Waterside since 2012, joined the team as Studio Co-Ordinator in 2016 and over the years her role has developed to Group Fitness Manager. She's feels very lucky to be part of the team and to be teaching weekly Body Conditioning, Pilates and Dance Floor Fillers classes.

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Michelle Kirwin

Michelle Kirwin specialises in Pilates and teaches every Wednesday. Whether people are highly athletic or brand new to working out or recovering from injuries, Michelle has modifications and adjustments for all, wherever they are in their fitness journey. This class will help increase flexibility, balance, relieve aches and stiffness, improve posture, mobility and build a stronger core. 

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Suzanne Fenby

Suzanne has been teaching various forms of training and movement to the lovely people of Manchester for many years. Suzanne really enjoys the variety of all the classes she teaches. At the Waterside she is currently calming people in Pilates and getting splashy in Aqua. Suzanne has a relaxed but professional attitude and whatever class you decide to come to she likes you to leave happy and better than when you arrived.

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How to Book

Reserve your spot in our Pilates classes easily through the Members’ Online Portal or via the Waterside App. Experience the transformative power of Pilates in a supportive, serene environment. Whether you're a beginner or a seasoned practitioner our classes are designed to meet you where you are.

Check out our FAQs

Pilates is a form of low-impact exercise that emphasizes precise movements and breath control. It focuses on strengthening the body with an emphasis on core strength, which helps improve general fitness and overall well-being. Unlike some forms of exercise, Pilates doesn't over-develop certain parts of the body and neglect others. It's a balanced workout that challenges your body without straining it, making it suitable for all ages and fitness levels.

Pilates offers a multitude of benefits for your body. It primarily strengthens and tones the core muscles, which improves posture and spinal alignment. Regular Pilates practice can also enhance muscle tone, balance and joint mobility, as well as relieve stress and tension. It's a full-body conditioning routine that leaves you feeling strong, elongated and balanced.

Pilates can be a positive addition to your weight loss program. While it is typically not as calorie-intensive as some aerobic workouts, it effectively tones and strengthens the body. When combined with a balanced diet and other forms of exercise, such as cardio, Pilates can help in reducing body fat and developing lean muscle mass contributing to a more toned and sculpted physique.

Pilates is very accessible for beginners. It starts with the basics and gradually builds up in complexity and intensity. Everyone’s journey with Pilates is different and our instructors are trained to adapt exercises to individual needs. So, whether you’re just starting your fitness journey or are looking to add something new to your routine, Pilates offers a welcoming and supportive environment for all skill levels.