Chorley Pilates one of the herd. We need that sense of belonging and to feel that we are noticed and our needs acknowledged. When I began teaching Pilates I knew straight away what I wanted to create. I wanted a beautiful, clean space that was light and welcoming. A place full of smiling faces and friendly chatter. A place where mind and body could be healed and nurtured. That was my inspiration behind creating The Healing Well. A place where you can find all the support you need to build a strong, healthy body and a calm and resilient mind.
I have three enduring memories of attempting to keep fit by going to the gym and none of them are good. Feeling judged, abandoned, ignored and unimportant.
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didn’t like that feeling, it wasn’t like my dance class where the teacher welcomed you in by name, everyone smiled and was supportive and friendly. Where we shared problems and successes. Where on your birthday week everyone sang to you. That was my kind of place. Nobody should ever feel unwelcome or small, or have to put up with being treated like
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I have brought together exercise instructors, therapists and well-being practitioners from many different disciplines to give you access to physical activity, complementary therapies, advice, workshops and retreats. From Pilates and Yoga to meditation, massage, counselling and much more. We are sure to be able to offer you just what you need to restore heart and soul. The building itself is located on the site of what was the Matron’s Garden for the first cottage hospital ever built in Chorley. The old hospital is still standing and is now The Chorley Surgery. You can still see the balcony opposite where patients would sit and enjoy views of the green, healing space whilst they convalesced.
For myself, at Chorley Pilates, I will be welcoming you into our brand new, bespoke Reformer studio. Despite being around since the 1970’s, it is only now that these amazing machines are being hailed as the latest fitness revolution. Instagram is studded with celebrities showing off their moves from film stars to sports stars and models. But it isn’t just about looking good. My classes are designed to help you build a strong, mobile body that moves without stiffness or pain, not just in class, but always. I believe that everyone deserves to feel fit, strong and confident no matter what your age, size, shape or ability. Along side the reformer we offer mat Pilates classes, Back Care for Blokes, junior classes, antenatal Pilates, a Post-Natal recovery course and our fabulously fun Barre Pilates class where you get to channel your inner Darcey to tone, strengthen and stretch like nowhere else. To book a class or personal training/rehabilitation appointment, please follow the links on the website www.chorleypilates.co.uk For more information, please email hello@chorleypilates.co.uk or message us on Facebook or Instagram. Together we will thrive, not just survive.
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