This level 1 online Pilates Matwork class offers a safe and accessible session which is particularly suitable for those with recurring lower back pain, or limited spinal movement. We work on developing sound technical foundations before powering up into some stronger moves, always moving at a steady pace. It will run weekly on Monday at 6pm. To join click on one of the dates below.

This level 2 online Pilates Matwork class offers a progression for those who have some Pilates experience and who have no past or current lower back conditions. The class builds on the technical foundations in level 1 whilst also including more spinal articulations and some stronger variations. It will run weekly on Thursdays at 6pm. To join click on one of the dates below.

This steady paced class is suitable for the older person looking to gently mobilise and tone during the lockdown period. It will include standing/ seated mobilisations, some kneeling exercises and some movements lying down on a mat. Each class will include a combination of strengthening and stretching movements with some balance work at the end.

This is an open level online Pilates class with Marguerite, using small equipment: over ball, hand weights, a full length foam roller, theraband. It will run weekly on Tuesdays at 6pm. To join the session you will need at least 2 years of Pilates experience.

**** Please register at least 1 hour before the start of the class ***

This listing is for a private corporate class for current members of the City of London Pilates club. You must be a club member in order to join this session.

Start the week with a steady paced class from the comfort of your own home. We focus on bringing awareness to alignment, through the foundational movements, before powering up, bringing length and strength to the body. You will end the class feeling energised for the week ahead.

These sessions are currently online only. A recording will be sent which you have access to for 2 weeks.

This is a private class for City of London Pilates Club members only. If you are looking to join a public class, please see details of other classes provided.

Class Description ;

Asena's classes are warm, friendly and encouraging for all client levels and abilities from beginners to advanced. Asena believes having fun in group classes, while building the connection between mind and body through exercising, is an essential aid in living a happy, fulfilling life. She strives to inspire her students to integrate exercising into their lifestyles in the long term.

Her classes are coordinated, powerful, and dynamic but calm and controlled enough to allow you to focus on your own breath and understand your body. Her classes are designed to restore and maintain physical and mental health.  

In order to keep classes fresh, interesting and controlled Asena prefers to focus on a different area of the body each week. She loves giving anatomical information before the session starts and during the session about how our muscle and skeletal system work and how specific exercises harmonise this system.

You will feel stretched and more supple after each session as well as challanged strenghthened, more mobile and more deeply connected to your own body.  

This is a private class for City for London employees only. You must be a current club member in order to join a class.

These advanced sessions are aimed at participants with at least 1 year of experience in the Pilates technique. We work into the detail of the practice bringing mindful attention to the particular focus of each week, and then take that focus into more challenging moves. You will work deeply (rather than at speed), to access the full benefit of the technique.

The class is taught hybrid, so you can access the sessions online. However I strongly encourage participants to join in person whenever possible.

'...the body has its own way of functioning, its own way of telling us what's going on inside, its own logic. Much of our task is to learn to listen.'

- Andrea Olsen

These sessions are designed to offer advanced students and teachers a way in to their own self-practice. It is a facilitated self-practice session with some guided practices followed by a chance to respond, reflect and feedback. The workshop style aims to counter the idea that we always need an external eye or impetus in order to lead our practice. It offers tools to support your own somatic learning (ie: from the first person perspective) that will lead to a deepening self-awareness through movement.

This is a one-off online class based on my self-practice guidebook and covers a basic Pilates programme, suitable for all levels. You will need an over-ball, mat and a medium strength theraband. You can also sign up to receive the class recording.

One to One Pilates sessions (online). For clients working with a specific injury or wanting to get more out of their sessions. Online classes offer a flexible alternative to private tuition, fitting around your schedule and timezones. Please contact Marguerite first before payment.

General level Pilates matwork class for staff at the City of London School for Girls. A steady paced class suitable for all levels. We begin each session with gentle mobilisations and foundation work, before building up into stronger sequences.

This 3.5 hr virtual workshop aims to support runners/ walkers to avoid injury through pre and post run/walk routines. Running and walking are the most accessible forms of cardio, and yet many people avoid it for fear of injury. Knee, hip and foot injuries are common problems for many runners, but by maintaining a rigorous routine of strengthening and stretching, guided by a somatic awareness, these niggles can become an important signalling system. The workshop will involve an opening class, focusing on understanding the myofascial sling systems that are particularly relevant to runners and walkers. There will then be a break, during which I encourage participants to integrate that increased awareness by heading out for their regular run/ walk. We meet back again after your run for a long stretch out. By the end of the workshop you will:

• Have an awareness of your individual movement / postural patterns
• Have a handful of exercises that you can do before your run or on your rest days
• Have a map of stretches to do after your run to aid your recovery
• Feel more energised by your runs by understanding how to maintain the right amount of tension through your fascial sling system, so that it propels you forwards, rather than slinging you around on your joints.

If you cannot make the session times, you can sign up to receive a recording of the event which will be available to view online for 2 weeks. This recording is sent out to all participants.

If you're juggling a busy schedule and find it difficult to commit to a series of classes, then this drop in option is for you. It's valid on Monday level 1 and Tuesday Mixed Equipment/ Level 2 classes. Please sign up at least 1 hour before the start of class, so that I have time to send you the joining link.

After nearly 19 years of Pilates teaching, I'm delighted to be able to offer classes in my local area, working in the stunning Goan centre studio, with views over-looking Downhills Park.

This lunchtime class is a general level Pilates Matwork session open to all, and particularly suitable for recurring lower back pain, shoulder/ neck pain, post-natal recovery or general stiffness. We work on developing sound technical foundations before powering up into some stronger moves, always moving at a steady pace.

It runs weekly on Mondays from 12.45-1.45pm. Click on a date below to register.

On registration, you will receive an email with a link to a Health Form. Please complete the form online before your first session.

You will need to bring your own yoga/ pilates mat.

Small equipment (balls, bands and blocks) will be provided.

If you have any questions, please complete the contact form at the bottom of the page.

I hope to meet you soon!

Marguerite

This 6-week course will introduce the fundamental technique and exercises of the Pilates matwork through a weekly in-person class. It is suitable for absolute beginners and/or anyone returning to Pilates after a long time off. Pilates is a system of exercises that co-ordinates breathing and movement to develop deep core support, flexibility and all-round health and wellbeing in a safe and accessible format. It is particularly helpful in supporting lower back pain, shoulder/ neck pain and post-injury recovery. 

8th January - 12th February

Wednesdays 1-2pm 

Cost: £12 for the whole course (includes ball and band)

NB: Capacity is limited to 10 places only

To join the course, register below. On registration you will receive an email with details on how to pay. Payment must be received by the 6th January to confirm your slot.

This beginners level class introduces the fundamental technique and exercises of the Pilates matwork through a weekly in-person class. It is suitable for absolute beginners and/or anyone returning to Pilates after a long time off. Pilates is a system of exercises that co-ordinates breathing and movement to develop deep core support, flexibility and all-round health and wellbeing in a safe and accessible format. It is particularly helpful in supporting lower back pain, shoulder/ neck pain and post-natal and post-injury recovery.

Participants receive a ball and band on their first class.

Following my own post-natal recovery and the community that built up around the classes I joined in the local area, I'm delighted to be able to offer these women-focused classes, working in the stunning Goan Centre studio, with views over-looking Downhills Park.

These sessions are designed to support women at all stages of life (whether post-natal or not), to regain confidence and strength in your body, no matter what your fitness background might be. We work on developing sound technical foundations before powering up into some stronger moves, always moving at a steady pace. The sessions are particularly useful for:

• Post-natal Recovery, including deep-core support, pelvic health, and lower back strengthening
• Low Impact Joint Strengthening, including shoulder and knee stability to keep you active
• Improving Posture, by attending to movement in all directions and by developing body awareness.
• Stress-relief, through a focus on breathing and release
• Overall Wellness, through a balanced class in a relaxed and friendly community

The class runs weekly on Wednesdays from 6.15-7.15pm. You can register for single sessions @£12 per class below,

On registration, you will receive an email with a link to a Health Form. Please complete the form online before your first session.

You will need to bring your own yoga/ pilates mat.

All other equipment (balls, bands and blocks) will be provided.

If you have any questions, please complete the contact form at the bottom of the page.

I hope to meet you soon!

Marguerite