About Us

About Pilates Nelson

Pilates Nelson is a movement studio offering a range of Pilates based classes and PRIVATE TRAINING. Our programs are based on the Principles of Pilates, developed by Joseph Pilates over 90 years ago. The focus is on restoring balance and flexibility through targeted exercises, body alignment and core strength.

Our classes are held at Pilates Nelson – Movement for Life Studio, Upstairs at 114 Hardy Street, Nelson. Classes run during school terms.

To join our Classes please sign up on the enrollment page. All equipment supplied, please wear comfortable clothing for exercising and refer to class tips below.

 

Pilates Nelson offers

  • Introductory and assessment sessions
  • Intro level classes (Fundamental)
  • Open Pilates Mat classes (Intermediate)
  • Flow Pilates (Advanced)
  • Swiss Ball class
  • Fitness Barre
  • Pilates for the older adult (Over 50’s)
  • Stretch, Release and Relax
  • Reformer/Tower Private Sessions
  • Duo Reformer/ Tower Training (2 people)

 

Class Tips

  • Familiarise yourself with the Pilates principles.
  • Arrive on time, important centering and warming exercises are performed at the beginning of class.
  • Wear loose or stretch fabrics for ease of movement, stretch fabrics are best as they are body forming so I can see alignment and muscle use Remove belts and constricting jewelry.
  • Pony tails need to be worn either high or low so correct head and neck alignment can be maintained.
  • Socks are mandatory in the interest of hygiene.
  • Nothing is to be held in the mouth as it could result in choking, deep breathing is essential, e.g gum.
  • Unless you are on call or expecting an important contact please be considerate and silence your phone.
  • Blankets need to be folded and placed ready as required so as not to disrupt the flow of your practice.
  • Leave your mat cleaned and fresh for the next student as you would like to find it. A personal yoga mat overlay is an option.
  • Please let me know as soon as possible if you are unable to make your class. This allows for casual students or those wishing to make up missed classes to be included, and makes set up easier for me.

 

Join Nelson’s award winning

Pilates studio today!

Pilates Nelson owner Kate Burton completed her Pilates training in the early 2000s. Kate established Pilates Nelson at 114 Hardy St in 2012, after teaching Pilates at other studios prior to that.  Physiotherapist Maren joined the studio a few years later. Kate’s husband Dave Agnew completed his Pilates training in 2015 and joined Kate as an instructor alongside fellow teachers Jess Hannah and Hannah Challis.