with Carli Thorpe

Pilates Foundations

Find freedom through healthy movement

with this 4-part Pilates Foundations course.

Are you ready to transform your wellbeing?

Do you want to feel stronger? Healthier?

Are you ready for more energy and less stress?

Have you noticed tension and pain in your neck? Shoulders? Hips? Back?

Are you feeling sluggish and low on energy?

To live a healthy and vibrant life means practicing radical self-care in today’s chaotic world.

If you feel it’s time to prioritise your health and wellbeing, this is a great place to start!

This is the first in a series of Mastering Your Wellbeing short courses where you will explore your physical, emotional, mental and spiritual wellbeing.

Moving well is one of the foundations of your physical health. A great way to do this is with a regular Pilates practice.

In this 4-part foundations course, you will:

Learn the foundations of Pilates and how to apply them - on and off the mat
Discover how to regain control of your body and develop a healthy, mindful movement practice
Build self- awareness by cultivating a stronger connection between your mind and body
Improve balance, stability, flexibility and strength - mentally and physically
Reduce stress levels, joint pain and tension
Begin to restore your natural vitality so that you have more energy to enjoy day-to-day life.

I know from my own journey just how transformative Pilates can be.

Before I discovered Pilates I had debilitating back pain, terrible posture from sitting at a desk for hours on end, and my shoulders were hunched up by my ears because I was so tense and stressed!

If this sounds familiar, then this short course is for you!

Pilates was the one movement modality I could safely do whilst recovering from burnout and fatigue. It was (and continues to be) amazing for feeling strong in my body and calm in my mind. It is a journey and this course is just the beginning of where your Pilates practice could go!

This gentle and progressive introduction to Pilates is a great way to get started, or to refamiliarise yourself with this incredible movement modality.

Are you ready to get started?

What is pilates?

Pilates is a movement modality developed by Joseph Pilates in the 1920s, originally under the name of Contrology. Joseph designed a unique sequence of movements to bring the mind and body into alignment, working to strengthen and lengthen the deep stabilising muscles of the body, improving posture, strength and muscle tone, whilst relieving stress and tension.

Pilates is suitable for people of all ages, from all walks of life and all fitness levels. It is often the modality of exercise recommended by physiotherapists, chiropractors, osteopaths and other physical therapy specialists and is used for rehabilitation and sports conditioning.

Meet Carli

Hi, I’m Carli and I am delighted that you are considering this course as the beginning of your Pilates journey.

I learned the hard way what happens when we don’t prioritise our health and wellbeing. Debilitating back pain, burnout and major fatigue finally stopped me in my tracks.

Pilates was one of the pillars of my recovery and it was so pivotal, I re-trained as an instructor!

Qualified in Pilates mat work, pre and post-natal Pilates and with additional training in postural analysis, therapeutic exercise, movement correction and advanced stretch techniques, I am delighted to be here sharing this incredible tool with you.

“Let your Alignment with well-being be first and foremost, and let everything else be secondary.”

~Abraham Hicks~

Pilates is just one of the tools I share as part of living an aligned life. I am a advocate of putting self-care first and I passionately believe that everyone is worthy of wellness. I offer an integrated approach to wellbeing with transformative coaching, mentoring & guidance to help you take back control of your wellbeing across the four fundamental elements of wellness – physical, emotional, mental and spiritual.

My vision is of a world where everyone feels empowered and has access to the tools, techniques and knowledge that facilitate wellbeing self-mastery.

What does this Pilates Foundations Course include?

4 x 45 minute pre-recorded, professionally filmed Pilates sessions;
Each new session builds on the previous one, so that you can feel the gradual progression and, ultimately, the positive changes in your wellbeing;
Each session is demonstrated and instructed by Carli, with clear verbal explanations throughout;
Go at your own pace. Whilst new content is released weekly, you can move through the course at the pace that feels right for your body;
You may repeat each session as many times as feels right for you before progressing to the next session;
At the end of the course, you will have the chance to set up a discovery call with Carli to answer any questions you may have and discuss next steps for your wellbeing journey;
You will have permanent access to this course content, so you can re-visit at any time.

Frequently asked questions

Who is this Pilates Foundations course for?

This class is for beginners and will be perfect for you if:

you are new to Pilates and/or if you haven’t done Pilates (or other exercise) for a long time.
you would like to strengthen your body, improve balance and coordination and reduce stress.
you want to improve mobility and flexibility and potentially reduce back, neck and joint pain.
you are looking for a gentle yet powerful form of movement, without having to go to a gym or class.

What do you need to participate in this course?

All you need is an exercise mat, comfortable clothing and the curiosity to give it a try!

Pop an hour in your diary each week as dedicated YOU time so that you can enjoy the full benefits.

You will need internet access and a screen large enough to see and follow the demonstration and instructions.

How do I access the course?

Once you have purchased the course, you will receive an e-mail with instructions and links to access the online course portal.

You will receive weekly e-mails letting you know when new content is available.

Access to the course portal is available 24/7 so you can do Pilates at your own pace and at any time.

I'm pregnant can I take this course?

This course is not suitable for you if you are pregnant or have given birth within the last 3 months.

Whilst Carli is qualified to teach Pilates to those whom are pregnant or post-natal, this course has not been adapted accordingly.

For bespoke pregnancy and post-natal Pilates you can contact Vitality Naturally Holistic at carli@vitalitynaturally.co.uk

My question isn't answered above.

If you have a question that isn't covered here please reach out to me be email at carli@vitalitynaturally.co.uk

Important Notice

Participating in this course means that you have sought and followed any necessary medical advice from a qualified medical professional. You accept full personal responsibility for participating in this course and you understand that it is your responsibility to stop should you identify any health conditions or injuries that may impact on your ability to exercise. You understand that participating in any form of exercise, including the Pilates sessions in this course, carries the possibility of physical injury and that you participate at your own risk.

What clients say:

Sue Simms

I have just had another amazing session with Carli.

I have been doing Pilates weekly now with Carli for about 3 months.

I find her style very professional and very encouraging. Her exercises are easy to follow as Carli explains your body positioning and breathing clearly. The pace is very steady and Carli will encourage you to do more if you can without you feeling pressurised.

The session always seems to flow really nicely and I have noticed how much more connected I feel with my body since starting the sessions and can feel my inner strength and balance has improved.

Simon Briggs

I have been having 1:1 Pilates sessions with Carli for 6 months, starting as a complete novice and Carli has been fantastic throughout. She is patient, informative and clearly knows her stuff!

She has always shown flexibility and is nothing but positive.

Highly recommend!

Rachel Pinkham

For someone who is new to Pilates, I find it easy to follow, Carli explains clearly each move before & during.

Can see a positive change to my body already!

Are you ready to get started?