What is body control pilates ?
Pilates is a body-conditioning method that works in a different way to other fitness techniques.
Targeting the deep postural muscles, it works by building strength from the inside out,
rebalancing the body and bringing it into correct alignment.

It helps to reshape your body which will become longer, leaner and more toned.
It will also improve your posture, achieving the perfect balance between strength and flexibility
and is a great way to relieve unwanted stress and tension.

Body Control Pilates is remarkably effective and medically-approved.

“In ten sessions you’ll feel the difference,
in twenty you’ll see the difference and in thirty you’ll have a new body” Joseph Pilates

Jacqui Perks BCPA
Jacqui chose to train with the Body Control Academy as she believes it to be the UK market leader
in Pilates Teacher Training. She was led to Pilates after childbirth. This was a life-changing experience
“I am now inspired to help others make changes in their lives – Pilates is a powerful tool for real change”.

Jacqui is committed to providing you with unrivalled support - she is able to plan enjoyable and stimulating
classes & constantly assess your progress and adapt the exercises to suit your body.
She works closely alongside the other practitioners at thepractice, complementing their work
to speed up your progress, and to enable you to strengthen your body appropriately.

Jacqui originally graduated from Dartington College of Arts with a BAHons in Theatre Studies.
Her speciality was dance (Release Technique) and the voice.

Jacqui refers to a general awakening of muscles that have ‘switched off’ and lightness of the body due to correct muscle recruitment.

“It inspires a reconnection to your body and, inevitability, your sense of Self”

Pilates should never painful either during or following the session.

You will be carefully supported and your progress constantly assessed and exercises will be adapted to suit you.

If you have any questions please do not hesitate to contact Jacqui at thepractice on 01803 865363
or email her on pilates@thepractice.uk.com