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Welcome to Pilates Next Door - your gateway to improved physical fitness and overall well-being. We believe that "Physical Fitness is the first requisite of happiness" as stated by Joseph Pilates, and we are committed to helping you achieve this goal.
Why Pilates?
Pilates is a mind-body exercise system developed in the 1920s by Joseph Pilates. This system focuses on core stabilisation and postural alignment to improve balance, strength, flexibility and general physical health. With over 11 million practitioners worldwide, Pilates is a great exercise system for people of all ages, fitness levels, and body types.
Bespoke Pilates Instruction
At Pilates Next Door, we offer bespoke Pilates instruction by a PAA registered and qualified instructor. Our philosophy is to keep classes small to ensure that clients receive personalised attention, and to maximise the efficiency of each session. With this in mind, we offer either individual 1 on 1 classes or studio classes (3 students, 1 instructor). We are located in the leafy suburb of St Ives, Sydney, and utilise top of the range studio equipment from Peak Pilates and Balanced Body, including the Reformer, Cadillac, Wundachair and other varied apparatus.
Our Instructor
Pilates Next Door is owned and operated by Irina Li. Irina is a fully qualified Pilates instructor and registered member of PAA (Pilates Alliance Australasia). She holds a Diploma of Professional Pilates Instruction from the government accredited PilatesITC (International Training Centre) the premier Pilates instructional body in the Australasian region. Irina has practised many forms of physical training throughout her life, including Pilates, Yoga, dance and gym. Aside from Pilates, her primary loves are meditation, Reiki and Qi Qong, and she has extensive experience in mindfulness and mind/body practice. During the past decade she has spent much of her spare time on retreat in Buddhist monasteries and meditation centres in Thailand, Malaysia, and Australia. Prior to becoming a Pilates Instructor Irina worked as a Tourism Specialist based in Asia.
Testimonials
"I remember my first lesson very clearly. It was my first time doing Pilates and I didn't know what to expect. Afterwards, I left with a grin and warm glow, feeling like it had been a great use of an hour. Irina is such a lovely, supportive teacher with a dash of hilarity, making the time pass by much too quickly. She checks up on your condition and is approachable and flexible so that the lessons are tailored and personal." - Tracey C.
"I take twice weekly classes with Irina. I can absolutely confirm that Irina is an outstanding Pilates instructor. She is not only extremely knowledgable about Pilates, but she understands the body and its complexities. Prior to starting Pilates I had experienced some back and neck pain which both have miraculously dissipated over the past 6 months. Irina listens with great care and offers meticulous corrections at every training session. At the end of every session I feel stronger, aligned, and rejuvenated. I very much look forward to training with Irina and can not recommend her highly enough." - Brigitte Gerstl.
Mind-Body Exercise
Pilates is a mind-body exercise system that was developed in the 1920s by Joseph Pilates and is now practised worldwide by over 11 million practitioners. Its methodology focuses on core stabilisation and postural alignment to improve balance, strength, flexibility and general physical health. The system utilises matwork and a variety of studio apparatus to achieve these aims, and is appropriate for people of all ages, fitness levels, and body types. In the words of Joseph Pilates, the system "develops the body uniformly, corrects wrong postures, restores physical vitality, invigorates the mind, and elevates the spirit".
Pilates Next Door offers a peaceful, home environment for clients to practice Pilates and receive personalised instruction. Our philosophy is to keep classes small to ensure that clients receive personalised attention, and to maximise the efficiency of each session. We offer either individual 1 on 1 classes or studio classes (3 students, 1 instructor). We utilise top of the range studio equipment from Peak Pilates and Balanced Body, including the Reformer, Cadillac, Wundachair and other varied apparatus.
Positive Feedback
The reviews are overwhelmingly positive, with all authors giving Irina's Pilates and Reiki sessions a perfect 5-star rating. They praise her unique approach to teaching Pilates, her ability to understand and address physical limitations and ailments, and her gentle and caring nature. Many authors mention the serene and tranquil atmosphere of her studio, which they find relaxing and enjoyable. They also appreciate her attention to detail and ability to tailor sessions to their individual needs.
Features and Benefits
Irina's studio is described as tranquil, relaxing, and calming, with state-of-the-art equipment and a beautiful setting. Authors rave about her expertise, saying she has a knack for finding and addressing physical limitations and ailments, and that she brings a holistic approach to her teaching. They also appreciate her enthusiasm and caring quality, which makes each session enjoyable and rewarding.
Expertise and Qualifications
Irina is described as having a strong awareness of what each client needs to maintain a healthy mind, body, and spirit. Many authors mention her expertise in Reflexology and Reiki, which she incorporates into her Pilates sessions. They praise her ability to find and correct imbalances in the body, and to provide one-on-one attention in a group setting.
Value and Recommendation
All authors highly recommend Pilates Next Door and Irina's services. They praise the benefits they have experienced, including improved physical and mental well-being, reduced pain and stiffness, and improved posture. They also appreciate the relaxed and calming atmosphere of the studio, which they find to be a great way to unwind and de-stress.
