A0001 - Pilates-based circuit training: move with control (intermediate)

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Start Date: 23/09/2026      End Date: 02/12/2026        Start Time: 19:15      End Time: 20:15        Hours per Week: 1.00      No of Weeks: 10
Fees:      £67.00 (tuition)     £128.00 (overseas)     £21.00 (concessionary)
Tutor: Tracy Gorbell        No of Places: FULL - click to check
Shadwell Centre

Course Overview

Course Overview
“Would you like to improve how you move, feel more in control of your body, and build confidence in your technique?”
This course combines the control and focus of Pilates with the benefits of fitness movements to provide a challenging and motivating course format. Core Pilates principles are introduced and revisited throughout the term, making it suitable for learners new to the course as well as returning learners who wish to refresh and improve their technique.
Sessions repeat key foundational exercises while offering clear variations and progressions, allowing learners to work safely at their own level. Learners work individually and in small groups to explore different circuit formats and build awareness of posture, movement quality, and controlled effort.

What will you learn and be able to do?

What will you learn and be able to do?
* 1. Follow at least two different circuit formats (e.g. timed stations and repetition based circuits), working independently and in small groups.
* 2. Perform a minimum of two intermediate Pilates exercises in lying, side lying, seated, and all fours positions, demonstrating control and correct alignment.
* 3. Use at least one piece of Pilates equipment (e.g. resistance band or Pilates ring) to support alignment, add challenge and variety.
* 4. Apply at least one exercise modification to work safely within their own level of ability.
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Entry requirements

Entry requirements
You should have completed a beginner level Pilates course. This course may not be suitable for those with certain medical conditions so please check with your health professional if unsure. In some circumstances your tutor may require you to provide evidence that you are fit to take part in the class or suggest an alternative, more appropriate option.
This course is not suitable for pregnant women.
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Equipment required

Equipment required
Please wear comfortable clothing that allows you to move freely. You may work with bare feet or in socks. A small towel may be useful.
If you wish you can bring your own mat to class, plus something suitable to support your neck and head (e.g. towel or blanket).
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How will you know you are making progress?

How will you know you are making progress?
The tutor will provide verbal feedback throughout the course.

Students are encouraged to monitor their progress and achievement using an Individual Learning Plan (ILP).

You will also gain more from the course if you commit time to it outside the classroom.

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There is no formal assessment but you will be asked to monitor your own progress during the course. For example, this includes you monitoring your own health and fitness via a simple questionnaire.
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Progress opportunities - your next steps

Progress opportunities - your next steps
Other Pilates or fitness-related courses
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Other info

Other info
In general, we will not allow late enrolment to any course after the first two weeks.

Children are not allowed in our health & fitness courses unless they are specifically family learning classes. Please do not ask your tutor to give your child access as they do not have the authority to do this.

Health and Safety requirements demand that all learners participating in fitness classes must complete the warm up. Therefore, latecomers that miss the warm up will be refused entry to the session.

Each course revisits core Pilates principles and key exercises to support new learners, while offering increased challenge, flow, and personalisation for returning learners. This approach supports confidence, retention, progression, and safe long term participation in physical activity.
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Extra Support

Extra Support
If you have declared a learning difficulty, disability or support need whilst enrolling and you require support/assistance in class or to complete your course, please discuss your needs with your tutor at the first lesson.

If you intend to take an examination and feel you have an additional learning need or special requirements, you must declare them to your tutor within the first 2 weeks of your course.

If you are studying in an online group, then you can arrange a one-to-one online discussion with your tutor, after the session, or by email.

Where we aim to make reasonable adjustments to support our learners, please note we are unable to provide any type of in class or in person support if your course takes place online.
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