ALLEGRO CLASSES AT BALANCE & CONTROL RICHMOND

WHAT ARE ALLEGROS? The Allegro machine is a variation of the usual Pilates Reformer machine you will see in a Pilates Studio. It uses an 8-wheel suspension system for a smooth, quiet ride, it has an extra-wide, and fully adjustable padded footbar to give you the best possible workout. The main difference is that is more versatile for a class setting, so we can allow more people to enjoy the best quality instruction on the Reformer.

TIMEDAY	MON	TUES	WED	THURS	FRI	SAT
9am						PILATES ALLEGRO: INTERMEDIATE
12pm	PILATES ALLEGRO: BEGINNER			PILATES ALLEGRO: BEGINNER		PILATES MAT
6:30pm	PILATES ALLEGRO: BEGINNER	PILATES MAT	PILATES ALLEGRO: INTERMEDIATE	PILATES MAT
7:30pm	PILATES ALLEGRO: ADVANCED	PILATES MAT	PILATES ALLEGRO: BEGINNER	PILATES MAT

WHAT IS THE BALANCE & CONTROL ALLEGRO PROGRAMME?

Business directors Bruce Hildebrand and Megan Steers have developed a special programme specifically for the studio. The programme is a progressive series guiding participants through the Pilates Reformer repertoire. The classes incorporate all the traditional Pilates Principles - the key elements of Alignment, Breathing and Centering, with a modern application to improve trunk and pelvis stabilisation.

The goal is to allow clients to progress from beginner to advanced repertoire through a series of classes. Once participants are able to successfully perform a series level, they can progress onto the next level. This ensures class members are of similar experience and ability and allows the class to flow. This is something we identify as a high priority when it comes to joining a class, so is something we will work very hard at providing for you.

CLASS TYPES:
PILATES ALLEGRO	REHAB ALLEGRO
This >> Tone >> Muscles strength >> Cardiovascular endurance >> Balance and coordination >> Flexibility and mobility >> Posture	This programme is designed for low grade injury rehabilitations and is suitable for >> Non-specific low back pain >> Mild daily aches and pains. An initial consultation with a Physiotherapist is required to ensure that you are eligible for the programme, as some injuries will require closer supervision and treatment.

HOW ARE THE CLASSES RUN?

Class Levels:
Class levels are divided into: BEGINNER, INTERMEDIATE, ADVANCED levels
Classes are structured for you to progress through sequentially. If you have previous experience with Pilates and feel that you wish to enter the programme at either the Intermediate or Advanced levels, you will be required to attend a 1:1 private consultation to allow the teacher to assess which level of class you are most suited to. This ensures participants in each class gain maximum benefit from each class. Advanced classes are not yet scheduled in the timetable, but will be added as the groups develop.

Duration:
Classes run for 1hr. and places limited to 8 participants to maximise effectiveness of instruction.

Safety:
If you chose to begin attending the programme starting part-way through a term, you will be required to attend a safety and precautions session. This session can be done prior to your first lesson, and is an important element of your learning considering safe set-up of the machine, spring tensions, and safety techniques for the Allegro bed. Participation prior to completing this session is not permitted for safety reasons.

Class Fees:
Allegro Series: $250 for Series of Ten Classes 
If for any reason you are unable to attend a class within a term, then you may attend a catch-up class within the same term, if there is availability in another class during the same week. Please note that refunds will not be given. For safety reasons, any catch-up classes must be either to the same or lesser levels. There are special considerations when attending catch-up sessions for those attending the Rehab Series. Please discuss this with your Physiotherapist teacher.