Pilates with Kate Drayton
Pilates Studio
Pre & Post Natal Pilates
Kate Drayton Pilates is dedicated to empowering women during the pre and postnatal phases, helping them enhance their strength, endurance, and flexibility in a welcoming and secure environment. Kate is a certified APPI Pilates Instructor and an Advanced Musculoskeletal Physiotherapist with a special interest in pre and post natal health. She is committed to supporting women on their fitness journey, ensuring an enjoyable, effective and safe workout experience.
Post Natal Pilates
Mama & Baby sessions
Suitable for
All post partum mamas who have had their 6-8 week check with the GP and been cleared to exercise. If you have symptoms including Pelvic Floor Dysfunction, Pelvic Organ Prolapse, Diastasis Recti (also known as abdominal separation) , Pelvic Girdle pain and/or Low Back pain it may be useful to see a Pelvic Health Physiotherapist before starting exercise. Pilates is the perfect exercise for addressing these common post natal conditions. As a Physiotherapist I can provide modifications during the class to suit any needs that you may have in relation to any of these conditions. No prior experience of Pilates is required.
Expect
A friendly, fun and nourishing environment to exercise in with your little one. These classes are mat based, with the use of props such as Pilates balls and resistance bands. They are challenging, but also low impact and will incorporate lots of pelvic floor, abdominal and gluteal strengthening. There is also a focus on pelvic floor relaxation and flexibility throughout the body. Breath work is core to Pilates and will be practiced throughout to help you to reconnect with your movement patterns. Expect pauses during your workout to feed, cuddle, nappy change and rest. A place to meet like minded mamas and make new friends.
Location & Times
Tuesday 10.30-11.30am
Redcatch community centre
Redcatch road
Bristol
BS4 2EP
Thursday 10.30-11.30am
Intra - Studio Bristol
Wilway Street
Bristol
BS3 4AZ
Facilities
Redcatch Community centre:
Baby changing facilities available and access for buggys in the room.
Free parking on some residential streets nearby.
Please bring your own mat as these will not be provided.
Intra -Studio:
Access for buggys to be left outside the studio space.
Free parking in a small carpark or paid parking on local streets
Mats provided
Pre Natal Pilates
Pre Natal Pilates is a class for expecting mamas who want to prepare for birth and motherhood. This class aims to maintain and improve your pre natal fitness, flexibility, and strength, with an important focus on pelvic floor strength and flexibility. Expect to exercise safely within the limitations of your pregnancy in a nurturing environment. The class is an hour long which includes 50 minutes of exercise and 10 minutes to wind down, enjoy a herbal tea and have a chance to meet other local mamas to be if you wish to. You will be asked to complete a health questionnaire before attending the class to ensure that you are safe to exercise with your pregnancy. If you have any medical conditions or complications with your pregnancy you may require approval from your doctor to attend.
Location
The Salt Cellar Hall
Totterdown Baptist Church
Cemetery Road
Bristol
BS4 2AX
Facilities
Free parking is available on residential streets nearby.
Please bring your own mat as these will not be provided
Class Times
Monday 6pm
Mat Pilates
These Mat Pilates classes are designed for all bodies and are open to all levels of ability! These sessions aim to improve your strength, endurance, posture, balance, and flexibility through low impact movement. Whether you're recovering from an injury, would like to prevent injury or looking to enhance your overall fitness & well-being, these classes will help to improve your core strength, reduce stress and boost your energy levels. Mat Pilates classes incorporate various props like balls, weights, and resistance bands to elevate your practice.
Location
The Salt Cellar Hall
Totterdown Baptist Church
Cemetery Road
Bristol
BS4 2AX
Facilities
Free parking is available on residential streets nearby.
Please bring your own mat as these will not be provided
Class Times
Monday 7.15pm
Chair Pilates
Chair Pilates is a gentle form of Pilates designed to be performed while seated or using a chair for support. It is suitable for older adults who may find traditional Mat Pilates difficult where it might be challenging to get on and off the floor. This class is open to all levels of ability. No prior experience is necessary. These sessions aim to improve your strength, mobility, posture, balance, coordination and flexibility through low impact slow movements. The class includes the use of props such as resistance bands and pilates balls. Chair Pilates can help you to become more confident in everyday movement and provides a safe and comfortable way to stay active.
Location
Redcatch community centre
Redcatch road
Bristol
BS4 2EP
Facilities
Free parking on some residential streets nearby.
Class Times
Tuesday 12.15pm
Suitable for
Anyone who would like to practice Pilates but is unable to get on and off the floor. Please seek advice from a medical practitioner before attending the class to check that you are safe to exercise, particularly if you have had any recent surgery or a recent fall, severe dizziness, unexplained loss of balance, and any significant pain made worse by movement. If you have been told that you have a medical condition that is not safe to exercise with or is not well controlled, and if you cannot safely sit on a chair to exercise due to severe mobility or other medical issues then this class is not suitable for you. If you are unsure if this class is safe for you to attend then please seek advice from a medical professional. If you do suffer with musculoskeletal pain then this class is still well suited to you and can help to improve your mobility and strength which can help to reduce pain.
Over 50s Pilates
The Over 50s Pilates class has been thoughtfully created for those who want to improve their strength, flexibility, balance, posture, and overall health. This class emphasizes gentle but strong, low-impact exercises that address the specific needs of individuals over 50, encouraging healthy movement patterns and enhancing core stability. Kate has completed training in Pilates for menopause, and participants will receive personalised modifications and support suited to their needs and fitness levels. The class will include the use of props such a resistance bands, balls and small weights. Connect with others in a friendly and inclusive atmosphere.
Location
Redcatch community centre
Redcatch road
Bristol
BS4 2EP
Facilities
Free parking on some residential streets nearby.
Class Times
Fridays 12.30pm
About me
Kate is a certified APPI Pilates instructor qualified in Mat and Pre and Post Natal Pilates. She also works as an Advanced Musculoskeletal Physiotherapist in the NHS and has extensive experience assessing, treating and rehabilitating patients with musculoskeletal conditions including pelvic health conditions. She has always loved practicing Pilates and found it to be really beneficial after having her two babies to help restore her core strength & fitness. She has a special interest in Pre and Post Natal health, and is dedicated to helping women both prepare for birth and recover fully in the post natal period. In the past she has taught Pilates to patients with musculoskeletal injuries and pain conditions and has seen the benefits that these patients have attained through Pilates. She has a real passion for movement and fitness and would love to help you engage in the challenge of Pilates to improve your own health and wellbeing.