REFORMER CLASSES

Reformer Class - OVERVIEW

 All of our Reformer classes are designed to target core muscles, improve flexibility, circulation and general strength.  For post-natal mums, our Mums & Bubs and Parents & Toddlers classes are designed to rehabilitate, strengthen and recover from the inside out in a safe and effective way.   Since we know that you lead a really busy life full of multi-tasking and running from here to there, we have the ideal option for you!  All our Reformer Classes are tailored to our clients and aim to make this experience as fun and worthwhile for both body and mind as we can!  Our classes run a maximum of 3 people per class in order for us to give better supervision and optimize your experience.  We welcome those who are complete beginners to the more experienced wanting a challenge.  Our instructor will guide you as to which class would suit you best after completing your initial INTRO session.

You must complete a compulsory Reformer INTRO prior to joining any of our other classes.  Even if you have been on the Reformer before, this allows you to get to know our safety procedures and the way that we go about things to help your session run smoothly.   You can book into an INTRO as many times as you like until you feel confident to go into one of our more challenging or specific classes for your needs (see class options below).  If you have any injuries, pelvic floor issues or other medical concerns a pre-class assessment with the physio may be required before attending your initial session.  Please check with us if you think this might be you.  Our pre-class assessment is $40 and aimed at specifically assessing whether you are ready to enter our general class.  They may suggest you attend our Rehab reformer class with the Physio first and this will be discussed at your session if appropriate.

Our general Reformer sessions (Reformer INTRO, BASICS, FIT, 55+, Mums & Bubs, Parents & Toddlers) are run by our experienced and wonderful Instructors.  For Antenatal classes and Postnatal rehab classes and Private Rehabilitation sessions are run by our Physio please click Antenatal & Postnatal for further information on these. 
What to wear:

• Flexible, fitting/slightly loose exercise clothes
• Clean pair of socks (for hygiene purposes)

What to bring:

• Water bottle
• Small towel (optional)

Reformer INTRO

• Before you start our Reformer classes, you are required to attend an INTRO Reformer Session
• These can be private or if you have a couple of friends, you can share the session together
• Learn the basics of Pilates in a fun and gentle way & see how you like it 
• Do this class as many times as you need to get yourself confident to attend one of our other classes
• ​These classes are 30 minutes long​​

Children: Babies & toddlers/preschoolers are welcome.  Important: Please see 'Babies & Children' section below for more info.

​Reformer BASICS

• This class is designed  to build core strength beyond the INTRO class before moving onto the more challenging FIT Reformer class
• 45 minutes
• Incorporates Reformer specific exercises as well as small equipment, mat work and stretching/ROM exercises
• If you have back 'niggles', weak pelvic floor or any old injuries or <6 months post natal this would be a good class to help build a base of strength
• Run by our experienced Instructor
• Progress the basics of Pilates and develop tone, flexibility and core strength
• You MUST have completed a Pre-Class Assessment  and INTRO prior to booking into this class 

Children: this is a child-free session wherever possible to allow parents some time out.

FIT Reformer

• This class is designed to challenge all your muscles and enhance tone, strength, flexibility and core all whilst having some child-free time!
• 45 minutes
• Run by our experienced Instructor
• Each class will be slightly different & aim to work the whole body
• Fun and challenging too!
• We offer these classes before work and at lunch time as well as a range of day-time slots to help you fit it into your busy day!
• You MUST have completed a Pre-Class Assessment ($35) prior to booking into this class
• We also recommend an INTRO session prior to starting classes if you have not done any Reformer Pilates before
• This class is NOT suitable for anyone with chronic pain, acute injury or <8 months post-natal without a physiotherapy assessment and clearance

Children: This is a child-free session wherever possible to allow parents some time-out

Mums & Bubs Reformer

• These classes are for Mums (or caregivers with baby) that want to attend to their fitness and wellbeing while with bubs (3 months - 18 months old)
• 35 minute class 
• Improve your core, whole body muscle tone and strength in a safe way for post-natal recovery
• Specific exercises to rehabilitate post-natal body improving core, lumbar range of movement and posture
• Gain support from other like-minded parents!
• You MUST have completed a Pre-Class Assessment ($35) prior to booking into this class
• We also recommend an INTRO session prior to starting classes if you have not done any Reformer Pilates before
• ​Baby bouncers & play mats available (though during COVID-19 Alert levels you may be required to bring your own bouncer or mat)

Children: Babies between 3 months - 18 months old.  Important: Please see 'Babies & Children' section below for more info

Parents & Toddlers Reformer

• Work on your core, muscle tone and flexibility while your toddler is safe and happy playing in our designated toddler area (see kids info below) 
• 35 minute class
• Rehabilitation from the inside out for your appropriate stage of post-natal recovery
• Here's hoping that your toddler tires himself/herself out and has a nice big nap afterward!
• ​You MUST have completed a Pre-Class Assessment ($40) and INTRO prior to booking into this class

Children: For parents that need to bring children from 18 months - 5 years.  Important: Please see more info below under 'Babies &Children'section. 

55+ Reformer

• Designed for those aged 55+  (though you are welcome to join in on any other relevant classes)
• 35 minute class
• Focus on improving range of movement, strength and tone of the supporting muscles 
• Help reduce falls risk by improving strength, posture and balance
• Improve strength around your hip and knees to prevent painful joints
• Reduce chronic pain and support spinal mobility and strength
• You MUST have completed a Pre-Class Assessment ($40) and INTRO session prior to booking into this class

Reformer BASICS & FIT Reformer EXPRESS

• These are classes catered to our early morning and evening clients
• 35 minutes
• Incorporates Reformer specific exercises as well as small equipment, mat work and stretching/ROM exercises
• BASICS EXPRESS: If you have back 'niggles', weak pelvic floor or any old injuries or <6 months post natal this would be a good class to help build a base of strength
• FIT EXPRESS: For those who are complimenting their Pilates with other high level exercise or already have good core stability this class offers a little more challenge
• Run by our experienced Instructor
• You MUST have completed a Pre-Class Assessment  and INTRO prior to booking into this class 

Children: this is a child-free session wherever possible to allow parents some time out.

Babies & Children - Information & Policies (Not COVID-19 Alert Level Policies)

Babies

• ​For non-movers you are welcome to choose from one of our baby bouncers or baby play mats or choose to bring your own capsule or bouncer
• Strollers will not fit near the Reformers and for safety reasons, we prefer you do not bring these.  If baby is asleep in one, they can remain but one of our team will show you where to put them (they will be close but unable to be right next to you)
• Our mats, bouncers and baby toys are regularly washed and cleaned
• For babies on the move, for safety reasons they will either need to be strapped into a bouncer or capsule or in our designated fenced area
• Rusks or crackers are fine to keep babies happy whilst sitting in bouncer
• Please no messy food and please don't give them food if in the play area or if not strapped in

 
Toddlers & Pre-schoolers

• Our designated fenced & gated toddler area is designed to be as safe and enjoyable for your little ones as possible
• Please note that while our team does try to help you keep an eye on them, you will ultimately still be responsible for them during your session
• You will have full visibility of them from your Reformer
• Our toys and equipment in this area are washed and cleaned regularly

 
Please Note: HOUSE RULES

• Please DO NOT bring sick children to your session
• NO FOOD to be eaten in the play area, near the Reformers or in clinical rooms
• Remove shoes before entering play area
• Please remove your children from the play area as soon as your class is finished to allow the area to be prepared for the next class
• Please use changing facilities in the bathroom for all nappy changes
• NO Children on or around the Reformers or equipment

We do try to make your experience as enjoyable and easy as possible.  If we are able, one of our team may ask you whether you mind them giving your child a cuddle if they are upset.  It is our policy to always ask parents if they are ok with this!

Babies & Children - Information & Policies under Alert Level 2 COVID-19

• ​Non-mobile babies able to attend with mum and will be placed right next to mum's reformer (at a safe distance)
• Parents must bring their own baby bouncer or capsule and have baby strapped in during the session and own toys
• Toddlers will not be able to attend during Alert Level 2 at this stage
• The PHH gated toddler area will ONLY be used for Physiotherapy clients who need to bring their child.  Toys from home must be supplied as the PHH toys will not be available during Alert Level 2
• Our Team will not provide support to crying babies as per usual UNLESS mum is happy for this to occur
• Please DO NOT bring a sick child to your session

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