News From The Mat: Autumn ‘25.
The Stott ® Pilates Difference in West Bridgford and Gamston
I am delighted to be running Pilates classes locally. It’s been a busy & enjoyable year so far and I have enjoyed seeing regulars making great progress and enjoying their practise.
The repertoire of Pilates on the Mat focuses on STOTT PILATES® matwork based exercises, including small equipment, offering modifications that cater to many different body types and abilities. Classes are suitable for all levels with Wednesday 19:30 being slightly more intermediate level. Classes places a strong emphasis on scapular (shoulder-blade) stabilization, lumbo-pelvic placement and postural alignment, and optimal muscle activation - quite a mouthful!
Overall, my aim is to offer classical Pilates classes with a friendly and approachable focus.
I enjoy teaching smaller groups to ensure good form and technique, get to know everyone on an individual basis and importantly, teach the method of Pilates not just the movement. Best wishes Ann
Friday Classes Not Running:
dates for your diary
Reminder, no Friday class Oct 24th due to half term. If you would like a class next week, I have one space open Wednesday 18:30 & 19:30 (same room/venue).
Equally, no Friday classes November 21st as I travel to London KX Stott Pilates Teacher Training centre for some new Stott Pilates ® qualifications (watch this space). Each year I invest in further accreditations to maintain and deepen my knowledge of Pilates and I will be offering bespoke workshops in these areas in 2026 for those of your interested.
With no Friday class on the 21st November, there are options to join the Wednesday evening (Tennis club) or daytimes classes (Paxdien, 10am). Please let me know if this is of interest.
All classes run until December 19th and return Jan 2026 prior to Xmas holiday.
Venue Change for Friday 11am Class
From November 2025 the Friday 11am West Bridgford Tennis Club class will be moving venue. Note that the Wednesday evening Signature classes will continue at The West Bridgford Tennis club.
Gamston Village Hall (Old Tollerton Road) from Friday Nov 7th. 10:45 – 11:45,
On street parking. Doors open for class at 10:40am.
All blocks currently purchased are transferable to new venue. Class size of 6-7 will remain throughout November.
If the venue location is an issue for you and you prefer central West Bridgford, please reach out as there may be a possibility to switch classes to The West Bridgford Tennis Club on Wednesdays 18:30 or 19:30. Equally, I have 5 open spaces at the new Paxdien, Rectory Road class on Wednesdays 10am.
Other Services
Postural Assessment and 1-2-1s are also available, with more information here.
Promotions
Recommend a friend into any class and if they proceed to book a block, receive one class free.
Exercise of the month - Swimming
Each month a new exercise will be introduced in the series and we will have a deeper dive into the exercise goals, purpose and technique.
Starting Position is on your front laying down on mat. Legs extended, hip-distance apart and slightly rotated outwards. Pelvis and spine neutral. Toes pointed. Arms extended on mat along mat, shoulder-distance apart. Palms down, shoulder blades stable.
Prepare - inhale (engage core)
Exhale - maintain pelvis neutral and extend upper spine and hips (gaze down), reaching arms and legs off mat (hip - shoulder height).
Then, inhale for five counts and exhale for 5 counts with reciprocal arm/leg swimming action. Use full five counts to breathe.
3-5 sets
To slow it down and work on technique (essential level) work legs first only. Single leg extensions only and then a double leg extension (keep legs low). Squeeze bottom gentle and stay neutral, use core. Then practise the small upper body ‘hover’ .
Contact Me
If you have any questions, please contact me either by e-mail at: pilatesonthemat@outlook.com or call/text on 07966920443.
I look forward to seeing you on the mat.
Best wishes,
Ann - Stott Pilates ® registered instructor.