Qualified physiotherapist and APPI Pilates instructor currently running private physiotherapy and 1:1 Pilates appointments in Motherby, face to face Pilates classes in Bampton and Penruddock and online Pilates sessions.
Online Pilates classes
Live online classes
I am now running live online Pilates classes, for those who want to join from the convenience of their own home, in the UK or abroad, or prefer to view on catch up at a time more suitable to you.
I run live Pilates classes over zoom on:
- Mondays 7.50pm - Pilates Matwork (1hr)
- Saturdays 7.30am - Pilates for runners (40-45 mins)
Pilates matwork online
So long as I can see you on screen, then I use my professional eye as a physiotherapist as well as a Pilates Instructor to observe how you are moving and will cue how to move most effectively, or chat afterwards as a 1:1 private conversation. This enables the most improvement for an individual working with an online setting.
Equipment for the online classes
Over the last couple of years I have introduced the use of small Pilates equipment to make the classes more interesting for online clients. However, all classes can be done without the equipment if you do not own it. I can advise on equipment if you are wanting to purchase any.
The equipment I have introduced is:
- Pole (a broom handle or walking stick also works)
- Small Pilates ball (a squashed up sofa cushion works for some of the exercises)
- Exercise band - a long piece with a loop tied in one end (a pair of tights works as an interim)
- Loop bands - these are small exercise bands of different strengths
- Balance pads - two sofa cushions can be used, but nothing beats the real thing.
- Small weights - 0.5kg to 1.5kg max is my suggestion
Online classes at your leisure
I am recording my classes as I am giving them. This means that I can offer them on catch up to people who are unable to make the classes when they are running 'live'.
If you are interested in this please contact me and I can make these available to you.
Online 1:1 Pilates
If you would like a 1:1 online Pilates session to gain some feedback on how you are moving then I have the perfect set-up to enable this. Please contact me if you would like this.
Zoom
I use the platform called Zoom for my online Pilates classes. This is free for you to download, which you will need on your computer, tablet or phone in order to participate in the classes.
What do I need to do?
You need to download Zoom onto your computer, tablet or phone.
You need to email me at
I can then add you to the group and you will receive the link to follow to join the classes.
Testimonials
"The online classes that Alexis has started are hugely appreciated and enjoyed by us all, not only to keep us on track and focussed with our practice at home, but also to keep contact going with her and others in the group. Her classes are an uplifting highlight to look forward to in the absence of being able to get together in person. Thank you so much for setting them up Alexis!"
"Alexis has been hugely successful in switching her pilates classes to online. Alexis has sought out the most user-friendly online technology and now offers a range of options to access the classes, live or recorded. The online classes have a very similar personal "feel" to the face-to-face classes - Alexis now allows even more time to demonstrate each exercise, and continues to explain how exercises can be adapted to individual levels of fitness"
"Lex's online Pilates is great, really makes you think about your posture. She even manages to keep an eye on you and give personal tips if you have your camera at the right angle" Sally, Chorlton
"Highly recommend Pilates with lex. Initially started to keep my wife company but now won't miss a session, makes such a huge difference to how my body feels. For any one with a desk based job it's a must! Lex has a great style: engaging, encouraging and not when necessary challenging" Geoff, Worcestershire
"Pilates with Alexis has made an enormous difference to my recovery from major surgery. A year later and myself and my husband still participate in her classes and we view them as an essential part of our health and fitness regime. Highly recommended, especially if you have a desk bound job" Lucy, Worcestershire