Pilates is a low impact form of exercise designed to help improve core strength, muscle tone, posture and balance.  It can also help improve flexibility & joint mobility and creates greater body awareness.  Pilates utilises smooth deliberate movements and through the principles of; alignment, centring, concentration, control, precision, breathing and flow helps to tone and elongate your muscles.  It is great for people who have back/posture problems.  It is also great for relieving stress and tension.