Frequently Asked Questions

How is TenPilates different from mat based Pilates?
Unlike mat based Pilates, the TenPilates workout is a highly active and dynamic exercise class, and a moderate level of exercise history is required to participate. However, with a maximum of ten people per class, our expert trainers will adapt the movements and routines specifically for each individual, allowing everyone to progress at his or her own level.

How often do I need to come?
Whilst this is the most common question asked, the answer is always different. Depending on your personal goals, exercise history and general level of fitness will all determine the impact that TenPilates has on your body, and the frequency that will best help you achieve the results you’re looking for. Please speak to a TenPilates trainer for your individual assessment.

I’m already fit. What can TenPilates add to my existing fitness routine?
Quite a lot. Just ask any of the professional footballers, rugby players and cricketers who are turning to reformer based Pilates to help them add flexibility and core strengthening to their existing fitness routines in order to enhance body conditioning, improve performance, reduce the risk of injury, and add extra variety to their training.

Do I need to be fit for the TenPilates workout?
Not necessarily. With a maximum of ten people in a class, this allows for people with different fitness levels to participate. We also offer an introductory class on a Saturday at 12 noon if you would feel more comfortable.

Is personal training available?
Yes, personal training is available. TenPilates trainers are highly qualified, with years of experience. For further inquires about Personal Training please contact our Notting Hill or Chiswick Studios.

What do I need to know for my 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. This is for your safety - so please be aware that if you have not done this before the class starts, you may not be able to train.

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. We have changing facilities; water and towels are provided.

Why would I do rehabilitation training?
Whether you suffer from chronic back pain, have just had a child or you want to get back into exercise but just don’t know where to start, TenPilates’ rehabilitation trainers will help you every step of the way. Rehabilitation training focuses on slow isolated exercises, to engage and ‘reprogram’ or ‘re-train’ the muscles into activating in the correct sequence. Because it obliges the body to perform movements efficiently without subconscious muscular ‘cheating’ and/or postural assists, it’s a highly effective way of re-training bad habits or re-engaging muscles that have not been activated because of pervious injury/surgery or skeletal anomalies i.e.; scoliosis.

I am pregnant is this form of Pilates suitable?
TenPilates is a dynamic and high-energy class, if you are already a client and fall pregnant then continued participation in the class requires a medical consent letter signed by your general practitioner. If you are pregnant and have not participated in a TenPilates class before, we recommend that you attend private one-on-one sessions with our trainer.

I have an injury - or am recovering from one - can I still do a TenPilates class?
If you have suffered a significant injury - either recently or in the past - you will need to speak to our trainers before attending a class. Depending on the severity of the injury and the extent of your recovery from it, you may need to consult a doctor for a medical clearance form.

How many calories can I burn in one session of TenPilates?
It has been calculated that you could burn up to 650 calories per class.