Rise and shine with Pilates – early morning reformer Pilates classes now available in Rotherham

Pilates offers a different way to get and keep fit. No super sweaty class, no gym bunnies or boring treadmill workouts but a refreshing, relaxing way to stretch, tone and tighten up your body and give you a glowing feeling of wellbeing.

It’s the ideal form of exercise for a beginner or someone who is already fit but wants to improve strength and stability, or for those recuperating from illness or injury. And Rise and Reform in Rotherham offers both reformer and hot Pilates – plus a whole lot more.

If you’ve not tried it, or you want to find out more then you’re all invited to pop along to the no-obligation open afternoon on Sunday, May 10, between 12.30 and 2pm, chat to owners Lewis and Millie and have a go yourself. Or why not give it a go and book for two classes for a special introductory offer of £25.

About Reformer Pilates

Reformer Pilates classes are more than just a popular fitness craze – done well, this form of exercises is at the heart of what Pilates is all about and a the very core of what founder Joseph Pilates developed a century ago.

The hipsters of New York were learning of its benefits back in the 1960s, and both mat Pilates and Pilates using equipment, or ‘apparatus’ as Joseph Pilates called his patent inventions, included the reformers we use today.

Not everyone realises that Pilates has been around so long, such is the impact of the recent popularity in Reformer Pilates. But in spite of some of the hype that’s out there, this is an exercise for all ages and abilities, all shapes and sizes and the only equipment you need is your body, some comfy clothing, a bottle of water and a towel(for hot classes)!

And we’re excited to let you know that Rise and Reform Pilates has got spaces open for its early morning classes which offer small-group 45 minute sessions at 6am, 7am and 8am.

Why do an early morning Pilates class at Rise and Reform?

- Wake up your mind and body to energise you for the day ahead

- Avoid the crowds and the traffic

- Get your exercise done – leaving your day and evening free

- Free parking right outside the studio

- Fully kitted out changing rooms, toiletries and a shower – just bring a towel and change of clothes and you’re ready for work!

- Friendly small classes of 8 maximum – and a spacious studio

- Approachable, knowledgeable and down-to-earth instructors

- Free tea and coffee and a place to meet

If you’ve done mat Pilates, trying reformer will be a different experience, change things up and motivate your movements. If you’ve never done Pilates, then reformer is a terrific place to begin- helping newcomers learn to get the basic moves right with some extra support.

Meet Lewis and Millie

Lewis and Millie are the duo behind Rise and Reform. Rotherham is their latest studio, which opened last November. They already have successful studios in Doncaster and Barnsley, which have been operating for several years.

One of the first to bring reformer Pilates to the region, they have now grown a team of 25 dedicated instructors who run classes from 6am through the day and into the evening. 7 days a week.

When we started Rise and Reform we wanted to create an inclusive studio where everyone feels welcome, and that is the foundation of everything we do. We have carefully selected and amazing team of instructors, that not only deliver brilliant classes week in week out, but also make clients feel at ease the second the step through the door’

Looking for some wellbeing support for your workforce?

Lewis and Millie are happy to partner with companies to offer sessions as part of employee wellbeing initiatives, with businesses funding classes for their teams. By providing a structured, uplifting start to the day, the initiative is designed to help employees improve focus, reduce stress, and enhance overall productivity before heading into the workplace.

What’s at Rise and Reform

The small class 8-person reformer sessions, allow instructors plenty of scope for individual instructions and corrections in the group setting. They offer beginners classes and ‘all levels’ classes, perfect for beginners right through to experienced Pilates lovers.

They also offer private and one-to-one sessions for anyone wanting that extra personal coaching.

They have a wide range of booking options including a single drop-in class, class packages or memberships. With a new added incentive for their early morning classes with their loyalty card, complete nine sessions and get your tenth free!

They offer:

- 45-minute Reformer Pilates classes

- 50-minute Hot Pilates classes

- Designated women’s only classes timetabled

- Beginner only classes or mixed ability classes

- Pay-as-you go classes

- Class packages

- Memberships start from £70 for four classes per month up to £185 for 12 classes per month making classes just £15.41 per session

What the clients say

Clients have sent texts, cards and thank yous to the team. Here’s just a selection of what they’ve said:

“I almost didn’t come to my first class. I had this idea in my head that reformer Pilates was just for super skinny girls in perfectly matching sets… and I couldn’t have felt more out of place walking in that first time.

“But from the moment I arrived, I was put completely at ease. Ariane was so welcoming, explained everything clearly, and made sure I felt comfortable the whole way through. She encourages me when she can see I need it and motivates me to push myself.”

“I’ve been coming to classes 3 months now, I’m completely obsessed. I’ve never stuck to any exercise before, but now I look forward to every class.”

“I feel stronger, more confident, and so much better in myself. Starting was the hardest part, I wish the studio opened years ago”

Find out more

You’ll find the Rotherham branch just 10 minutes from the town centre at 154 Wickersley Rd Rotherham, S60 3PT. Find out more about the classes, facilities, packages and how to book on the website here.