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Pilates Classes, Bone Health Classes & Private Pilates Sessions in Balcombe, West Sussex

Intelligent exercise & healthy movement skills supporting lifelong mobility & fitness. 

Worth Pilates Teacher demonstrating a Teaser Prep variation.

Welcome
to Worth Pilates

Join our small friendly Pilates classes located only 10 -15 minutes from Haywards Heath, Cuckfield, Handcross, Ardingly, Turners Hill & Crawley.

Discover how to move well, stay strong, alleviate aches & pains, & feel great!

Master the fundamental principles of Pilates to build strength & mobility from the inside out.

Create a strong, supple & resilient core through focussed breath techniques & an increased awareness of posture.

Develop a mind-body connection that enables you to acquire strength & flexibility without straining your joints & ligaments. 

Group Pilates Classes run on Monday, Thursday & Friday mornings & lunchtimes.

Buff Bones® (Bone Health & Balance) Classes run on Thursday & Friday mornings.

1:1 or 1:2 sessions can be booked on request.

 

Online Pilates sessions are also available.​

"Whether you’re working from home & looking to ease back & neck pain, or trying to fit movement into your desk-bound day....

 

a runner, tennis player, or HIIT enthusiast aiming to reduce injury risk & boost performance....

 

a parent wanting to rebuild core strength,  improve posture now that your children are in school....

 

newly retired & eager to maintain bone health, flexibility, & stay pain-free….  

 

or in your 70s & committed to preserving strength, balance & mobility ....

 

my small, friendly classes & 1:1 sessions are designed to help you feel your best & achieve your fitness goals, no matter your age or stage in life."​​​

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"THE CLASSES ARE SUPER! I CAN SEE WHY THEY ARE SO POPULAR!"
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Body Control Pilates student practising the Diamond Press (back strengthening) exercise.
Body Control Pilates class performing the Mermaid exercise for hip and spine mobility
"​I've been attending Karen's classes for almost a year, and would recommend them to everybody! She is friendly, approachable and incredibly knowledgeable. No two classes are the same, and Karen has a great way of tailoring her sessions to help individuals target their specific needs. I always leave feeling calm, restored and uplifted!" 

Why choose Worth Pilates?

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Whole-body approach to healthy movement

Pilates is a holistic system that emphasises the entire body, with every movement originating from the centre. It aligns the joints from head to toe improving posture while harnessing the powerful conditioning benefits of healthy breathing techniques. I love to teach my clients about the connections that exist within their bodies, such as: - how improved core strength can reduce back pain, - how spinal mobility contributes to shoulder health,  - how the angle of your pelvis could exacerbate your knee or foot pain, - and how tightness or weakness in your feet and ankles could affect everything above including your pelvic floor!  By adopting a whole-body approach, Pilates not only helps you feel fantastic but also works to prevent problems before they arise, fostering healthy movement skills for lifelong mobility & fitness.

Apply new movement skills immediately in your daily life

My classes will teach you high-quality movement that can translate seamlessly into your daily life:  - Shoulder exercises improve strength & mobility enabling you to reach comfortably up to kitchen cupboards or lift luggage into overhead lockers on holiday. - Exercises teaching good squat technique or those on "all-fours" make tasks like cleaning, gardening, & playing with children or grandchildren easier & more comfortable. - Foot & hip exercises enhance balance & promote a healthy gait, helping you walk well for longer. - Improving alignment & mobility in our spines can alleviate discomfort from sitting or standing for extended periods. By incorporating Pilates into your routine, you can build the strength & flexibility to perform essential day-to-day movements with fluidity & efficiency, moving through life with greater ease & confidence.​​

Supporting Sports & Hobbies

Even if you’re highly active & enjoy sports like swimming, running, weight-training, tennis or golf, you may still experience joint pain or stiffness or be interested in injury prevention. If you're looking to unlock the incredible benefits of Pilates in your cross-training routine, Worth Pilates can help. We tackle the imbalances that may have built up through repetitive movements in your sport or pass-time by incorporating new movement patterns or ranges of movement. My classes also offer a unique opportunity to slow down & focus on your body’s movement patterns. By firstly targeting & refining small detailed movements & then building them back up into the full-body movements needed in your sport, you can reduce your risk of injury, boost your performance & stay at your best for longer.

Small, personalised classes 

To deliver teaching of the highest quality I keep my group classes small (typically between 7 & 10 places per class). This is so that I can provide individual attention & personalised instruction, helping you to gain the greatest benefit from each movement & ensure that every exercise is performed comfortably & safely.

Qualified & Experienced Instructor

I became a qualified Body Control Pilates® Teacher in 2014, a Licensed Buff Bones® Instructor in 2018 and an Advanced Buff Bones® Instructor in 2024. I hold a current CPR certificate & actively engage in professional development to continually enhance my skills & knowledge.

Comprehensive Enrolment Process to understand your goals

I offer a comprehensive enrolment process designed to understand your goals, interests, & any injuries or conditions that may affect your movement or exercise suitability. If you choose, private sessions before joining a class can help you get to know me & learn the basics, including how to modify exercises to meet your needs. These private sessions—whether alongside or in place of group classes—are tailored to you, & delivered at a pace & intensity that suits you best. They focus on your personal objectives, provide ample time for questions, & can include a customised homework program specifically designed to kickstart your Pilates journey.

How can I learn?

PRIVATE PILATES SESSIONS

Enjoy personalised tuition with my Private Pilates Sessions.

 

In these 1:1 sessions we can focus on your unique needs at a pace & intensity that suits you.

Take home a customised homework plan to work on between sessions, helping you feel stronger & achieve your physical or movement goals more quickly.

 

Try Private Sessions for back pain, joint issues, core & pelvic floor, learning the basics before joining a group class, post-natal exercise, foot problems and more.

BUFF BONES® CLASSES

Buff Bones® takes a holistic approach to bone health by building a strong, agile body & by reducing the risk of falls.

 

If you already love Pilates or Yoga but now want to adapt your workout to be "bone-health focussed", Buff Bones® is the perfect solution.

 

Highly recommended for the post-menopausal population, the Buff Bones® system is safe for individuals with osteopenia, osteoporosis & arthritis.

 

It’s also an excellent choice for anyone approaching midlife, new to Pilates, who wants to learn healthy movement skills to proactively care for their bones & balance. 

GROUP PILATES CLASSES

Join a welcoming community of fellow "movers" in our weekly Group Pilates classes.

 

Enjoy a healthy dose of fun & laughter while refining your movement skills, reducing pain, building mobility & enhancing core strength.

My Group Pilates classes provide a balanced workout that engages the entire body with precision, improving flexibility & physical resilience for an active life.

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Choose from : Beginner / Refresher, Mixed Ability & Intermediate Pilates classes.

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