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Pilates
The classes are held at the Oberon Pavilion in Wimbledon, please see the class timetable for more details or contact Ray directly. In addition, please see the Latest News page for up to date information on dates of holiday breaks.
See below for background to the instructor Luke Arwynck.
About Pilates
Pilates is an exercise method, designed to elongate, strengthen and restore the body to balance. Based upon an anatomical understanding of the body's muscular and skeletal systems, the Pilates teacher creates a comprehensive exercise programme for the client.
Osteopaths, physiotherapists and general practitioners recommend Pilates as one of the safest forms of exercise today. Pilates can be practised by just about everyone, regardless of age or fitness level, and is beneficial for general fitness, specific health conditions and most of all for your overall well-being.
In general, it can:
- Improve posture, mobility and flexibility of the spine
- Deliver muscle tone and increase stability for the pelvis and shoulders
- Foster the health of joints through improved mobility
- Complement other training regimes for athletes
- Help to prevent injuries and assist injury rehabilitation
"Pilates develops the body uniformly, corrects wrong postures, restores physical vitality, invigorates the mind and elevates the spirit." - Joseph Pilates
Luke Arwynck
After completing A-levels, Luke spent a summer traveling in the Caribbean gaining several diving qualifications. Whilst at Keele University, studying Law and Psychology, he captained the 1st XV rugby team for two years, and ran the Athletics club in his final year.
An ex-Royal Marine, Luke has a wide range of training and fitness qualifications gained across a number of disciplines.
Following completion of a Diploma in Personal Training and Sports Therapy, Luke worked as an independent Personal Trainer before joining Esporta Health and Fitness as a fitness instructor and sports massage therapist.
Subsequently, Luke spent three years in New Zealand obtaining a Bachelor of Applied Science degree (Human Biology). During that time he also qualified as a Pilates instructor.