Beginners Class

Why come

We offer two options for Beginners sessions, Beginners Classes and Beginners courses (Notting Hill and Chiswick Studio only).

Both are ideal if you're new to Dynamic Pilates – or to any kind of Pilates - haven't exercised in a while, or are looking to refine and practice your technique at a gentler pace.

A basic level of fitness is helpful, but not essential. However, level of fitness is not the sole reason to choose these classes. Much of the TenPilates workout is based on the Reformer bed, and focuses on the use of specific techniques, learning to isolate muscle groups and activate them correctly.

With a maximum of 10 people per session, The Beginners Class provides the ideal environment to become familiar with the Reformer and to learn and practice those techniques.

For anyone looking for a more personalised start to their Dynamic Reformer training, our Beginners course is a four-week (1 class per week) introduction to the Reformer, the exercises and specific techniques. With a maximum of 4 to a class, expect plenty of individual attention from our Trainers.

What to wear

You're going to get hot during the class, so you'll need to wear something that's comfortable and will allow you to move freely (most people wear stretch pants or shorts and a t-shirt or sports top). You don't need shoes - you'll train either in socks or bare feet, whichever you prefer. Water and towels are provided.

What to expect

If it's your first class, you should make sure you arrive at least 10 minutes early.

This is to allow you enough time to complete our registration form and meet the trainer. As this is for your safety, please be aware that if you have not done this before the class starts, you may not be able to train.

During the classes, you'll be introduced to the equipment, techniques and some of the basic exercises that underpin much of the TenPilates programme. The focus is on understanding how the core muscles work, learning to activate them correctly, and beginning to improve your general strength, flexibility and posture.

Whilst these are introductory classes, it's still a workout; your Trainer will make sure you work hard enough to get those all-important endorphins going.

Results and benefits

Whatever your level of experience or fitness, the classes are an ideal introduction to Dynamic Pilates - the faster you become confident with the equipment and techniques, the sooner you'll start seeing the benefits of your training.

You'll also start building up your core strength and flexibility, so that when you move up to the intermediate and advanced levels, you'll find the experience easier and more enjoyable, and the workout more effective.