What is Pilates:
Pilates is a form of total body conditioning and training developed by the late Joseph Pilates (1880–1967) during the early part of this century, first in Europe and then in the USA. It is an exercise method that strengthens core postural muscles and develops proper body alignment; it reduces common muscle and ligament damage associated with other fitness regimes and often plays a key role in rehabilitation programmes.
Pilates is a method of exercise and physical movement designed to stretch, strengthen, and balance the body. With systematic practice of specific exercises coupled with focused breathing patterns, Pilates has proven itself invaluable as a fitness endeavor Practiced regularly, Pilates yields numerous benefits. Increased lung capacity and circulation through deep, healthy breathing is a primary focus. Strength and flexibility, particularly of abdomen and back muscles, co-ordination, posture, balance, and core strength – both muscular and mental, are key components in an effective Pilates program are all heartily increased.
Bone density and joint health improve, and many experience positive body awareness for the first time. Pilates teaches balance and control of the body, and that capacity spills over into other areas of one’s life.
The Pilates method of body conditioning reawakens and stimulates brain cells, stimulating further the functioning of the mind.- Joseph Pilates
Royal Retreat Performance Centre offers a fully equipped Pilates Studio, where golfers and other Pilates enthusiasts can train functionally under the supervision and guidance of a qualified advanced trainer.
The studio has the following equipment:
- Gyrotonic Expansion System®
- Bodhi Suspension System™
- Reformer
- Cadillac
- Wall Unit
- Jump Board
- Large and Small Barrel
- Spine Corrector
- Wunda and Electric Chair
- Big and Small Balls
- Magic Circle
- Theraband
- Foam Roller
- Pilates Stick
- Hand Weights
- And much more