Crosby Pilates Studio
At our Pure Reformer Pilates studio in Crosby, we are here to help develop your regime, because we want you to learn more about the process of Pilates and build your exercise journey.
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Meet The Team in Crosby
We’re proud to introduce our Reformer Pilates instructors, Charlotte Adams and Debbie Belton.
Charlotte brings a wealth of experience from the fitness industry, with expertise in Pilates-based exercise and helping clients move, strengthen, and feel their best.
Debbie has a passion for all forms of exercise and has recently discovered a real love for Reformer Pilates, bringing energy, enthusiasm, and encouragement to every session. Together, they create a welcoming and supportive environment for all abilities.
Debbie Jones
Club Manager / Trainer
I have been teaching fitness classes for 36 years and although I am the Club Manager of a busy Ladies only gym (Hearts Health Club), I am passionate about teaching and still include sessions in my schedule.
My interest in Pilates began when my son was a baby and I was teaching part time freelance fitness classes after studying in Liverpool. I am qualified in Level 2 gym instructor, ETM, Fitness Yoga and Pilates and I have a distinction in Les Mills Body Balance as well as NVQ in Leisure Management. I’m also Peak Pilates Reformer Certified.
Fitness has always been a passion for me and I love to help others achieve the benefits of keeping fit, healthy and active.
My favourite motto:
Our greatest glory is not in never falling but rising each time we fall.
What to expect in Debbie’s class:
I love to ‘set the scene’ in my classes for my members to experience the workout they came for. Mood lighting, soft music, warm studio and calming smells for beginners and intermediate workouts or up tempo music and a cooler studio for more advanced classes.
Ange Higgins
Master Trainer
I am a Stott Pilates Matwork & Reformer Instructor and specialise in in 1-2-1 reformer coaching.
I teach mindful movement with functional exploration through movement.
I am also a Yin, Tantra & Kundalini Yoga teacher, and I am also Peak Pilates Reformer Certified.
Chrissie Stewart
Trainer
I started my fitness journey as a running coach after giving up smoking 15 years ago. I joined Hearts Health club as a member and then became their new running coach encouraging others to run. Some have even gone on to complete half and full marathons.
I was inspired to continue helping others and went on to achieve my level 2 in fitness and also exercise to music. I am a fully qualified Les Mills body pump instructor, which I teach daily. I’m also Peak Pilates Reformer Certified. I have a Level 3 in personal training.
Being a mother of 6, it has not been easy to study whilst juggling work and family life, but I strongly believe in not making excuses and working hard to achieve your goals.
I absolutely love my job and I’m blessed to be able to help others achieve their goals.
Jenny Hambling
Trainer
I am a qualified Les Mills Bodypump Instructor, Les Mills Bodycombat Instructor Advanced and Les Mills Bodybalance Instructor. I’m also Peak Pilates Reformer Certified.
I work at Hearts Ladies Health Club, Crosby. I teach a range of classes alongside being a fully qualified personal trainer. I love what I do and am passionate about the people I teach or train and try to teach a range of ages and fitness levels in my classes adapting so that everyone can enjoy a work out!
I am excited to start this new challenge teaching reformer Pilates and look forward to the people I will meet on this journey. Your greatest achievement is to be happy in who you are every day.
Julie Shannon
Trainer
I have been in the fitness industry for 27 years. Dance and fitness have always been such a passion of mine from a young age.
I have a very happy family life with my husband, son, daughter and our little dog, Bobby. We love spending time with our families and friends too.
I specialise in a range of fitness classes for all ages and abilities from High Intensity to mind and body. Having trained as a dancer, the importance of having a good posture, alignment and creating good core control in the body is what I want members to achieve in my classes.
I love helping people reach their goals and to enjoy exercise. Interacting with each person in my class is always so important to me and for them to leave my classes with a spring in their step.
I am qualified in ETM, Level 2 Gym instructor, Level 3 GP Referrals, Fitness Yoga & Pilates, Les Mills Bodybalance, Les Mills Body Pump, Boxercise, Zumba, Spin and TRX suspension. I’m also Peak Pilates Reformer Certified.
Frequently Asked Questions:
WHAT IS REFORMER PILATES?
The Pilates reformer is a traditional piece of Pilates equipment. This is a unique system, (which looks like a bed with springs) which incorporates a sliding carriage, ropes, and pulleys.
The origins of the Pilates reformer date back to the first Pilates studio in New York in the 1920’s. It was designed by Joseph Pilates himself and, was initially used to help dancers get stronger. So, he called it the Universal Reformer.
DO YOU HAVE BEGINNER REFORMER PILATES CLASSES?
Our classes are for all levels, as options are given throughout the class. We ask that members arrive 5 minutes early so they can meet the instructor and go over the basics of the reformer.
WHAT HAPPENS IN A REFORMER PILATES CLASS?
Each class at the Pilates Reformer Studio will build your core muscles as well as focus on your breathing, flexibility, and strength.
In your first Reformer Pilates class, we will take you through the foundations of the reformer bed, how it works, how to change the different spring options and the many positions you can take.
Each person in the class will be working on a separate Reformer which means you won’t be left to figure out anything on your own. We’ll make sure each person is working with the right level of resistance, ensuring you keep safe and free from injury and can develop at your own pace.
Many of the exercises performed on the reformer are like those in a mat class. So, if you have experienced a mat-style class before, you have the benefit of a little preview of some of the moves. But don’t worry, this isn’t necessary.
HOW DOES A REFORMER WORK?
The Reformer’s many attachments allow additional exercises, beyond what can be done on a mat. This system increases the range of application and modification to traditional yoga-style exercises. While yoga is considered a form of exercise that has the practitioner focus inward, Pilates asks you to increase awareness on your physical body and strength.
As such, you can enjoy a far greater range of exercises. Reformer Pilates works multiple areas across the core and the muscles of the arms and legs. In addition, the use of a Reformer allows people with a limited range of movement or pre-existing injuries, to do modified exercises.
CAN ANYONE DO A REFORMER CLASS?
Whilst the Pilates Reformer might resemble a medieval torture device, don’t let that sway you from giving it a go! It is a low-impact workout that can result in significant gains in long, lean muscles as well as strength, endurance, and flexibility.
It is a very accessible way to build strength in core muscles for better posture, balance, and flexibility. Plus, many celebrities including Lady Gaga, Cameron Diaz, Miley Cyrus and Reese Witherspoon, often mention Pilates as being the only form of exercise which keeps them strong and healthy.
WHAT SHOULD I WEAR IN CLASS?
For Reformer Pilates, freedom of movement is important. You want to be able to exercise comfortably and without restrictions. So don’t wear anything too loose or too tight. Make sure to opt for something you can move freely in, like leggings or close-fitting shorts and a stretchy top or t-shirt.
Full toe-covering socks are also required for any reformer equipment class. This is to avoid your feet slipping while on the Reformer. However, don’t worry as you will be able to purchase anything you need from the Pilates Reformer Studio.