Pilates Innovation

Busy class last night and so great to see lots of newbies 😍
And yes we will be around on valentines night next week so please feel free to book your place if you’d like to join us ❤️
( and yes there will be chocolates too ! )

We have two spaces left for pilates with foam roller tonight .
A fun , flowing class using foam roller to challenge core strength and flexibility whilst focusing on alignment and balancing the body .

To secure your places, please head to www.gymcatch.com . Search for Ali Smith Pikates under businesses and boy your spot

Please note the class will be starting at 7.55pm to give us some turnover time in between classes

Cant wait to see you then !

Ali xx

Hands up who has used foam roller in their pilates routines ?

We have had some wonderful foam roller classes this past month including introducing some new moves to challenge the core promoting incredible strength, balance and alignment

Come join us on Wednesday nights at the Zen Space 🥰

Message me for more info x

If youre struggling with the January blues you need to MOVE your body

Did you know that exercise is one of the best mod enhancers. it facilitates the release of dopamine in our brain which is the feel - good chemical . plus it is a fantastic stress buster

Come and join us at Pilates tonight to get those happy vibes flowing !

7.45pm at the Zen The Zen Space . Pop me a DM for the booking link

Hip flexor stretch using foam roller
There is no better way to stretch those hip flexors 😊

Just a little snap from our class at the Zen Space last Wednesday

There is still time to join us . To book your space pop me a DM and I will send you the link

Releasing thoracic spine with foam roller feels so good !

In a flexion based society most of us spend way too long behind desks, hunched over laptops or on our phones .

Thoracic spine release is an amazing way to promote mobility and flexibility in the shoulder girdle and upper spine

Whose commited to boosting their self care and prioritising their health and wellbeing in 2024 ?

Let me know in the comments below

HAPPY NEW YEAR !

Wishing everyone a very prosperous and healthy year ahead

Pilates at the Zen Space kicks off tomorrow Wednesday 3rd January at 7.45pm

I would really love to see you there !

To book please go to
www.gymcatch.com

Go to providers and search for " Ali Smith Pilates "

Any problems, please give me a shout

Best Wishes

Ali

The heaters are on , the fairy lights are twinkling and we are loving our Pilates classses at the gorgeous Zen Space

Only 3 more weeks till we close for Christmas !

You are welcome to join us this Wednesday at 7.50pm for our restorative Pilates with foam roller class

Only 3 more weeks till we close for Christmas

Pop me a DM to get booked in 😊

I am delighted to be starting my first Pilates class at the gorgeous Zen Space 😊 This studio is so beautiful and well maintained

I cannot wait to start here !

First class will be Wednesday 1st November at 7.50pm to 8.50pm

Spaces are limited . To book please use the link below
Remember your first class with me is FREE

Some snaps from our class tonight 😊

If you want to book in for class on Tuesday 26th September PLEASE read the following instuctions and then use the booking link below to book :

IF this is your FIRST class you will be attending since start up this September then please select FREE ticket

IF you have paid for a block of 4 already and the system wont let you add another date then please select FREE ticket as I initially set this up incorrectly and so will be manually adding up the sessions for those who have already paid

IF you have already had your free class and wish to purchase ticket of 4 then please select COURSE or PASS from the available options

Any problems drop me a comment in the comments below OR send me a DM

https://bookwhen.com/alismithpilates

So after the recent success of my pop up foam rolling workshops, I am delighted to be offering a pop up class on a monthly basis at R3FORM

Starting Sunday 1st October at 9.00am 😊

To book , please contact R3FORM studio separately

Can’t wait to see you there xx

Some snaps from our class tonight 😊

If you want to book in for class on Tuesday 26th September PLEASE read the following instuctions and then use the booking link below to book :

IF this is your FIRST class you will be attending since start up this September then please select FREE ticket

IF you have paid for a block of 4 already and the system wont let you add another date then please select FREE ticket as I initially set this up incorrectly and so will be manually adding up the sessions for those who have already paid

IF you have already had your free class and wish to purchase ticket of 4 then please select COURSE or PASS from the available options

Any problems drop me a comment in the comments below OR send me a DM

https://bookwhen.com/alismithpilates

Tonights class is now completely chocka block full !

I am excited !!!

I cant wait to see all of you and to meet all the newbies. We are going to have an awesome class.

Dont forget to bring water, a mat and your sense of humour

Any comments or questions please pop in the comments

Love Ali xx

What a fantastic Pilates with foam roller workshop we had today at R3FORM in Castor.

Loved every minute ❤️

Rolling the quads !

Do you ever do it ?

Yes i know it hurts !

Guaranteed to produce lots of complaining in class LOL 😂

Can anyone relate ?🤣🤣

Cant wait for this brand new class to start

We have always had a great turnout on a Tuesday night !

Get booking guys

https://bookwhen.com/alismithpilates

I cant wait for my upcoming workshop at R3form studio in Peterborough on 16th September

For more details click on the link below or to join the taster class on 7th September at 7.15pm, simply contact the booking team at R3form

Roll, release, restore foam roller masterclass Release stress, stored tension and tightness . Align your spine and improve mobility during this innovative2.5 hour foam roller masterclass

When we spend much of our time in fight / flight mode stress and trauma as we know accumulates in the body and tends to get stored in two key areas
- shoulder girdle
- hip girdle

Releasing trigger points from the fascia not only helps to ease tension and stiffness in the muscles, but makes a massive difference in overall flexibility and mobility

I am delighted to once again be hosting ROLL, RELEASE, RESTORE on the 16th September at the stunning R3form studio in Castor.

Roll, release, restore combines pilates with myofascial release, using foam roller to release stress and restore alignment to achey bodies !

Earlybird tickets are now being snapped up and we can only accommodate 10 in this masterclass, so please hurry to secure your spot.

Link to sign up in the comments below

Throwback to The Spin Studio where I hosted one of my popular foam rolling pilates workshops

Foam rolling is one of the best ways to release triggers points from the fascia, facilitating relief from chronic pain, stiffness and soreness in shoulders and hips as well as an incredible tool to enhance flexibility and mobility

Come and join us on Saturday 6th May at R3FORM studio in Castor for our next 2.5 hour workshop

Link in comments below

Out of the mouths of babes ❤️

Well, today didn't go as we hoped but it's in the hardest of times we learn the best lessons and feel the most gratitude.

Buffy was scheduled to have her teeth cleaned and removed today but Dr. Mac had a gut feeling she needed to look at some lab work before putting her under anesthesia. She was right; Buffy showed signs of advanced kidney failure so anesthesia was not an option and as a family we decided that the kindest and most loving thing to do would be to let her go before she lost her will to live and stopped eating and drinking.

I wouldn't have dreamed of leaving Robbie out of this decision or not allowing him to be part of the entire process so I immediately went and picked him up from school. On the way there he told me he wanted to be the one to hold her when she went to heaven. And of course, I gave him that honor. On the way home I told him how proud I was of him for understanding the importance of caring for old animals and helping to make sure they never ever suffer.

This is what he said...

(And for those of you who don't know, Robbie was adopted from the foster care system after years of severe abuse and neglect.)

"I know how it feels not to be loved or cared for and I don't want any animal of mine to ever feel that way. It's only sad for us when they go to heaven. It's a happy day for them. Thank you for being proud of me. Are you ok, Mom?"
From the mouths of babes.

(As our story is being shared more and more I feel like I need to add a little more context and also give you a deeper glimpse into the heart of my son. We adopt senior dogs. Robbie LOVES adopting senior dogs. He is sadly aware the longer a child remains in foster care the less likely they are to be adopted. He told me once "if all you guys had wanted was a baby, you would have never gotten me." He relates to our "old people" (that's what we call our senior dogs) in much the same way.

He has also reminded me on several occasions that it doesn't matter how long you have something for how much you love it. I asked him what he meant and he said "well you've only known me for two years but you love me like it's been forever." Yes, my son is the coolest.)

Credit: Maria Henry Gay

Roll, release, restore is back !

Im delighted to be hosting this popular foam rolling masterclass once again !

This time at R3form Studios on 6th May 2023

Earlybird tickets now on sale till 15th March

Spaces are limited so book now to avoid disappointment

Link in comments below