The Development of Body Control Pilates®
The first Body Control Pilates company was
founded in London in 1995 by Lynne Robinson,
pictured opposite, and Gordon Thomson. With the first Matwork teacher training
course being held in 1996, shortly before the publication of their
ground-breaking book Body Control The Pilates
Way. Since then, 1000 students have chosen Body
Control Pilates as their training provider.
The work of our teachers is supplemented by a wide range of
books and DVDs.
What makes Body Control Pilates different
Body Control Pilates exercises have been developed for both mat and
machine work. They are adapted from the
classical exercises
developed by Joseph Pilates. We believe that many of these classical
exercises are often not suitable for the average body. To work
safely and effectively and to gain the full benefits of Pilates,
these classical exercises are broken down to establish good movement
skills thus building the best possible foundation, upon which to
progress towards the classical work.
Body Control Pilates is remarkably effective and medically-approved.
By working on the deep architectural structure of the body, 'core
stability' is achieved, and maintained, through increasingly complex
movement sequences.
The Body Control Pilates Method can work for everyone, regardless of
fitness level. Exercises are particularly safe for those with back problems.
Its consistent success rate has brought it
to the attention of Osteopaths, Chiropractors and Physiotherapists.
The Body Control Pilates Association
The
BCPA is Europe's foremost professional Pilates organisation. It was established in February 1997 and currently has
800
teaching members in the UK and abroad. It is a non-profit making
organisation governed by a Council, that exists to safeguard the
standards and quality of Body Control Pilates teachers. The
Association also provides a unique support network for Body Control
Pilates teachers worldwide.
All members work to a strict Code of Practice, which
govern teaching standards, professional ethics and continued
development. For further information visit the BCPA website
www.bodycontrol.co.uk
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