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Saffron Pilates

intelligent exercise, profound results

Getting Started

Get in touch by email, text or phone to find out more
You can check availability on the Saffron Pilates calendar contact page before you call or email.

You can take private lessons, shared lessons, studio or group classes, or a combination, all bookable in advance at a time to suit you.

Testimonial from Jane Turner: My Osteopath recommended I try Pilates to strengthen the core muscles which in turn would help manage my lower back problem. Andrea's skill in obtaining, from you, (with a smile and good humour) exercise positions you would find hard to imagine, and giving individual attention, have enabled me to cut down my visits to the Osteopath. I am stronger, more flexible and have benefited both mentally and physically from the class which I look forward to each week.

Listen to a class warmup_01.mp3

Private lessons

Private lessons take place at a mutually convenient time, in your own home, in my studio, or at your place of work.
This enables us to work closely together with a progressive program of exercises tailored to your exact needs, and your progress will be carefully monitored.
Our first meeting will be up to 60 minutes so that I can find out about you and your goals, do a postural analysis, and introduce you to the principles of the Pilates technique.
Your second private lesson will enable me to teach you your individual program tailored to your needs, body type and goals.

Andrea Chance

Studio

My studio at home is a quiet, air conditioned room, containing a Pilates Reformer and various other pieces of Pilates equipment.

I have a Balanced Body Reformer which is great for all kinds of exercise - you are welcome to book a FREE 30 minute taster session.

I know that 'Reformer' sounds a bit scary, like an instrument of torture! It's a moving carriage on which you lie, sit, kneel or stand to do a variety of exercises using spring resistance to build strength and stamina.

It is helpful for rehabilitation and athletic enhancement, and is often combined with matwork.

VIEW A REFORMER CLASS VIDEO BELOW - filmed at YMCA London where I trained.

Please phone or e-mail me to book an appointment - you can check my availablity on the calendar on the Contact page.

Classes in the Green Room at Newport Village Hall

Please enquire...

Monday evenings throughout the year

6.30pm and 7.30pm (Intermediate)

Wednesday mornings throughout the year

9am and 10am

Wednesday evenings throughout the year

6.30pm and 7.30pm (Intermediate)

'Introductory' and other courses such as 'Take Care of Your Back' at various times - please enquire

I endeavour to ensure that each of my clients, whether in a group or in an individual session, has a thorough understanding of the basics of the Pilates technique and exercises, so that they gain maximum benefit from them. All my classes are limited to an absolute maximum of 9 students (although they are usually smaller) and take place in a calm environment where each person has a full length Pilates mat and a set of small pieces of equipment for use during the class.

It is essential to book as numbers are limited.
Most classes are bookable so that once you have completed the foundation level and feel confident, you can drop in and out of classes by purchasing a block of 5 or 10 at a time.
To register your interest, please get in touch.

NEW CLIENTS: Please contact me if you are new to the Pilates technique.
It is helpful to have a private lesson or a meeting to discuss individual needs prior to joining a group.
This is an opportunity for you to tell me about any specific issues such as a bad back or shoulder, any previous illness or injury and your current and past physical activity.
I will introduce you to the basic principles of the Pilates technique and give you some options for future progress.
There is no charge for a meeting, but most people opt to have their first lesson and meeting together and this usually takes about 60 minutes. This is either charged at a 'one lesson' rate, or can be purchased as the first of a block of 5 or 10 lessons. contact me