Pilates with Elena
at Pilates 77
Pilates77 is a private 1-2-1 Pilates Reformer studio in Beckenham that provides tailored classes on Reformer -Tower, 'The Chair' and the Barrel apparatus along with the conventional mat work approach.
'Pilates 77' is an intimate Pilates studio in Beckenham, run by Elena; a former professional ballet dancer. The studio offers a welcoming and intimate set up where classes are tailored to the individual, from overcoming injuries, strengthening the core or generally elongating and strengthening your whole body. The Pilates studio here in Beckenham is one of a kind which is fitted with a REFORMER, TOWER, BARREL & PILATES CHAIR and caters to a broad range of clientele; wether you are looking into improving your general level of strength, recovering from an injury, or seeking a pre or post natal programme we offer a one to one classes at affordable rates that can work with your busy schedule.
Pilates is the key to strength & injury prevention
With Pilates you learn to listen and reeducate your body from past injuries or conditions.
Pilates improves muscle elasticity and joint mobility. Consequently the body gains balance, strength and flexibility and you will less likely to get injured. Pilates is about teaching the client to reeducate the body through controlled and flowing movements with a guided breathing pattern. In the studio here in Beckenham we offer one on one sessions.
We guide our clients through each step of a carefully designed exercise.
The client will learn how not to over or under train the muscular system through the process of ‘muscle isolation’.
My name is Elena, I have been a qualified Pilates practitioner and teacher for 15 years, after a 20 year career as professional ballet and contemporary dancer.
Pilates helped me to overcome injuries sustained during my career.
My appreciation for Pilates led me to train with the Body Art Science International (BASI) and become a qualified Pilates Instructor. I am also fully qualified reformer machinery Pilates instructor and I obtained a ‘Spinal Surgery Pilates’ and a 'Ante and Post Natal’ qualification with APPI (The Australian Physiotherapy & Pilates Institute).
With years of experience I have build up a network of NHS, private consultants, physiotherapy practices who refer patients to the Pilates77 studio in order to receive a tailored programme so patients could overcome certain clinical conditions and injuries. As a fully DBS checked practitioner, I also provide teens and young adults with tailored Pilates sessions to improve posture and joint strength.
I believe that through centring, concentration, control, precision and breathing, the entire body learns how to use every muscle group evenly.
Meet Elena at Pilates 77
Pilates77 Services
General Pilates
The Pilates77 Studio works on a one to one basis and classes' times are booked based on the individual's availability.
We focus on each of our clients’ individual needs, whether trying to overcome a specific injury, physical condition or looking to boost your strength and physical wellbeing.
Antenatal Pilates
Sessions are tailored for pregnant women who want to exercise in the safest and most effective way in order to strengthen the pelvic floor muscles, improve posture, circulation and general wellbeing. Elena's sessions also prepares our clients for childbirth and for a quicker recovery after birth. Its primarily for ladies from the second trimester of the pregnancy. All clients must check with their doctor before taking part.
Postnatal pilates
These sessions are tailored for women who are over 6 weeks postpartum. Looking to recover from childbirth and strengthen, realign and regain core strength in the safest and efficient way. Elena tailors the session to your individual needs and targets muscle groups that need focus. It's recommended to start exercising after a minimum of 6 weeks, and if you have had a cesarean section it is highly recommended to wait until 8 to 12 weeks before starting. You must consult your Doctor before starting to exercise again and inform your Instructor.
The added advantage is that you can bring your baby and feed when they need.
Pilates for Spinal Surgery
Tailored for clients who have undergone spinal surgery (laminectomy, discectomy, fusion). After a period of rehabilitation to regain basic strength, clients often stop exercising and pains reoccur. With physio advice, Pilates offers an exercise programme that continues to strengthen specific muscles in order to maintain a healthy back.
Pilates for children and teens
As a parent of two I often hear parents complaining about their kids sitting or standing incorrectly due to the use of computers, tablets or phones. Elena is fully DBS checked..
This class is tailored for kids who need to improve their posture and spinal alignment, strengthen their core and torso whilst maintaining a flexible body. This popular class builds an awareness of the body, increases muscle strength, which can reduce potential future injuries.
THE EQUIPMENT
The Reformer, Tower and Pilates chair provide maximum versatility to your programme by transitioning into many form of exercises which will tailor the clients exercise plan.
REFORMER
This popular class is based on the belief that the Reformer Machine helps achieving new goals and develop new skills of flexibility, strength, stability whilst addressing specific conditions or injuries. This equipment can help you directing the movement but at the same time challenge you by increasing the springs' tensions. All of the classes at Pilates 77 attempt to coordinate breathing and physical movement, improve focus and concentration, regaining control of their body and mind with the help of the pilates equipments.
REFORMER - TOWER
This is the best piece of Pilates Reformer equipment there are over 20 muscle groups that can be worked on a fixed bed with springs. The tower brings reformer and pilates exercises together for the best results.
PILATES CHAIR
The chair is excellent for strengthening and conditioning upper back and shoulders in a controlled and focused way.
Using springs with variated tension tailored to your ability and needs.