What is Reformer Pilates?
Slow, controlled exercise that builds strength from the inside out, gentle on the joints and right for every age.
Strength you can feel in everyday life.
Pilates is a method of slow, controlled exercise that strengthens the deep muscles around your spine, hips and core.
Each movement is done with attention to breath, alignment and control. Because nothing is rushed or jarring, it is low impact and suits people who want to get stronger without strain, including those with stiff backs or old injuries.
Three ways to work
Every session uses a mix of these, chosen for your body and goals.
The Reformer
A sliding carriage on springs. The springs add resistance to make muscles work, or support to make a movement easier.
The Cadillac
A frame with bars, straps and springs for assisted stretching and strength work, lying or seated.
The Mat
Bodyweight exercises for control and mobility, which you can also practise at home.
What Pilates can do for you
Core strength and stability
A strong centre supports everything you do, from carrying shopping to a round of golf.
Better posture, a happier back
Strengthen the muscles that hold you upright. Many people find it eases the stiffness of long days sitting.
Mobility and flexibility
Move your spine, hips and shoulders through a fuller range, gently and at your own pace.
Balance and coordination
Controlled single-leg and standing work helps you feel steadier and more sure-footed.
Gentle on your joints
Low impact and supported by springs, so you build real strength without strain.
Calm and confidence
Focused breathing and fifty minutes that are entirely yours.
Who Sépilates is for
Women in their 40s, 50s and beyond
Keeping strong matters more with every decade, especially around menopause. Pilates is a calm, supported way to do it.
Stiff backs and desk-bound days
If sitting leaves you stiff or sore, gentle strength and mobility work can help you move more freely.
Coming back after an injury
With your doctor's or physio's OK, every exercise is adapted to what your body can do today.
Pregnancy and after birth
Private pre and postnatal sessions adapted to each stage, and a gentle return to movement after your baby arrives.
Complete beginners
No experience and no particular fitness level needed. You learn the basics properly, with no one watching.
Golfers, walkers and tennis players
Better core control, balance and mobility support the activities you love.
From booking to your first session
Sessions are by appointment only, in a calm, private studio in Rustington.
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Book your time
Choose Private 1:1, Duet 2:1 or pre and postnatal 1:1 and book online. If none of the regular times suit you, additional appointment times may be available on request: just send your preferred day and time.
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Your arrival details
Sépilates is in a private residential setting, so full arrival details are sent when your booking is confirmed. Please arrive at your booked time rather than early.
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Your 50-minute session
Every session is designed around you: your body, your goals and how you feel that day, using the Reformer, the Cadillac or the Mat.
Pilates for injury recovery, rehabilitation and pregnancy.
Because every session at Sépilates is private, it can take a more considered approach than a group class.
Sessions can support rehabilitation-focused movement, injury management and post-recovery, with exercises adapted to what your body can do today and guidance from your GP or physiotherapist where needed. Pilates is not medical treatment, but controlled, supported movement can help you rebuild strength and confidence.
During pregnancy and after birth, pre and postnatal Pilates is adapted to each stage, helping you stay strong and return to movement gently. Read more about Sepideh's approach or see the frequently asked questions.
Reformer Pilates and Mat Pilates, explained.
Reformer Pilates uses a sliding carriage and adjustable springs to build strength, improve alignment and control, with resistance that can challenge or support you.
Mat Pilates uses your own bodyweight to strengthen, lengthen and reconnect with your body, focusing on control, mobility, stability and quality of movement.
Most sessions at Sépilates combine the two, along with the Cadillac, so the work suits your body and goals. See sessions and prices, or book your first session.
Try it for yourself.
Your first session starts with the basics, adapted to your body from the very first minute.
Questions? Email sepilatesstudio@gmail.com
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