Pilates is a low-impact form of exercise designed to strengthen muscles while improving posture, flexibility, and balance. It focuses on core engagement and controlled movements. Pilates is great for beginners as well as long-time Pilates lovers.
Marjo’s pilates classes are structured to mobilise, strengthen and stretch the body, whilst improving the connection of the mind and the body. The focus point of the class is to strengthen the core of the body, building heat through low-impact mat work, all whilst encouraging the mind to feel calm.
There will be adaptations and progressions to make the level of each exercise suitable for how your body is feeling that day.
About this event:
Dates - 9.30-10.30am every Tuesday.
Price*:
£6 - Accessible (low income/first timer)
£9 - Standard (regular, sustainable price)
£12 - Supporter (help support our programme to thrive & grow)
Location - Upstairs @ Open House. Please arrive 5-10 minutes before class to settle onto the mat.
Equipment - Yoga mats and equipment will be available to borrow, you’re also welcome to bring your own.
Booking - Limited to 12 spots, to book your spot please click below.
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Marjo’s Pilates journey started when she was a teenager, when her figure skating coach signed her up for classes to support training on the ice. Although she didn’t start off as the most enthusiastic Pilates student, to her own (and her teacher’s) surprise, once she started to get a grasp of the movements, enjoy the mind-body connection and flow of the practice, Pilates classes turned into one of the highlights of her week. Although she didn’t manage to stay fully injury-free, she believes the consistent Pilates practice helped her recover and go into professional skating.
Marjo wants to share the joy of flow and help people enjoy activities they love through providing tools for free movement and moving confidently, for as long as possible. And to stand a little taller!
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Our weekly classes at Open House include breathwork, pilates, qigong and various different styles of yoga.
Our classes are an opportunity to be aware, to feel, to breathe, to move. It can be daunting coming to class for the first time, but rest assured, you are welcome here.
Below our classes are organised into 3 categories, to give you an idea of how our classes compare to each other.
1. Slow & gentle (a great place to start)
Dru Yoga
Yin Yoga
Qigong
Breathwork
2. Slow & getting stronger (still good for beginners!)
Hatha Yoga
Slow Flow
3. Dynamic & strong (more of a challenge)
Yoga Flow
Ashtanga
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Accessible.
This is a reduced-price option for those who may be experiencing financial hardship, are on a low income, or face other economic barriers. It may also be for you if you are trying out our classes for the first time.
Use the code ACCESSIBLE when booking. No proof is required - we trust you to choose this option if it’s the right fit for your situation.
Standard.
This is the regular ticket price - the true cost that helps us cover our expenses and keep things running.
This rate helps us make our classes sustainable while still offering lower-cost options for others.
Supporter.
This higher-priced option helps subsidise accessible tickets and supports our efforts to offer classes that are inclusive to all. Select the ‘Supporter Price’ checkbox when booking.
If you have the means and would like to help support our community and allow us to grow our offering, choosing this option is a generous way to contribute. We’re deeply grateful for your support.