Using imagination, stories and play, our Pilates for Kids classes focus on developing agility, flexibility, coordination and balance. We integrate traditional Pilates exercises such as Seal, Rolling Like a Ball and Open Leg Rocker, with more free flowing form work on the stability ball and with other props such as spiky balls and the parachute to guarantee a really fun, action packed class.
Recent data suggests that 4 out of 5 Irish children aren’t getting the recommended 60 minutes of daily exercise. Pilates can help children gain awareness of their body, and learn how to move efficiently and gracefully. As children grow, their bodies are in a constant state of change and development. Pilates can help establish correct principles of movement that children will use for their entire lives. It will also create a balanced musculature that can alleviate pain and reduce the potential for injury now and as they continue to grow into adulthood.
Because Pilates is a mind and body discipline, it can guide kids to a stronger body, and a more relaxed state of mind. Working to strengthen their bodies can increase children's self-esteem, stamina, abdominal strength and sleep. That, combined with the focused breathing techniques essential to the exercises, can help kids attain a much more serene and less stressful outlook.
Suitable for ages 5 – 10 years
