Pilates

Course Overview 

Pilates uses slow and controlled movements to develop strong abdominals, back, butt and deep postural muscles, increase body awareness, and gain flexibility.

Pilates can result in a number of physical and mental health benefits and in addition to improving strength, balance, flexibility and posture it can increase energy levels and enhance mood. Pilates improves core strength in an integrated and holistic way, meaning that no one muscle group is over developed relative to other muscle groups.

Beginners Pilates 

In this beginners Pilates course, we cover the basic Pilates exercises incorporating light weights or bottles of water to gain upper body strength and to tone the arms.

Mixed Ability Pilates

You don’t have to have done Pilates before to enrol on one of these classes. The tutor will modify or adjust exercises to suit individual needs. 

Additional Information 

You should wear loose, comfortable clothing that will allow you to stretch and perform the exercises.

You will need your own exercise mat. Cheap exercise (yoga) mats can sometimes be purchased in the supermarket. Camping mats also suffice.

A head block / yoga block will sometimes be used for Maria's class 

Light weights / water bottles ideal for Amelia's class 

Teacher Schedule

Julia Boichentsova Monday 19.00 - 20:00          Improvers

Julia Boichentsova Monday 20.00 - 21:00          Improvers

Amelia Dunne       Monday 19:30 - 20:30          Improvers

Amelia Dunne Monday 20.30 - 21:30          Mixed Ability

Amelia Dunne Tuesday 18.30 - 19:30          Beginners

Amelia Dunne Tuesday 19.30 - 20:30          Intermediate

Julia Boichentsova Wednesday 19.00 - 20:00          Beginners

Julia Boichentsova Wednesday 20.00 - 21:00          Beginners

Amelia Dunne Wednesday 19.30 - 20:30   Mixed Ability

Amelia Dunne Wednesday 20.30 - 21:30          Mixed Ability

Tutor Details

Tutor: Amelia Dunne 

Amelia has been teaching Pilates for sixteen years. She is a qualified Pilates Instructor with Bodyfirm in both Level 1 (beginner) and Level 2 (advanced) mat work.

Tutor: Julia Boichentsova

Qualified as a Personal Trainer and Pilates Instructor with distinction from University College Dublin (UCD), I am a REPs Ireland professional with additional training in Inclusive Fitness and Autism in Sport. I specialise in designing personalised fitness programs that integrate Pilates techniques to enhance mind-to-movement connection, ensure safe practice, and support gradual progression.

My approach emphasises proper breathing for cardiovascular health, precise technique, and fostering confidence in clients’ abilities. With years of experience in various sports, a background in coaching, and strong analytical skills, I excel at helping clients unlock their potential through patient and supportive guidance.