Mat Pilates

Pilates Foundation

Pilates is a body conditioning routine, developed by Joseph Pilates that helps to build flexibility, muscle strength and endurance in the legs, abdominals, arms, hips and back. It puts emphasis on spinal and pelvic alignment, breathing and developing a strong core or centre, and improving co-ordination and balance.

No matter your age, your fitness level or your gender, Pilates is such a powerful tool to keep your spine healthy, improve your posture and build strength in your deep intrinsic muscles that support your spine. 
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With both Amanda and Vanessa being Licentiate members of the Royal Academy of Dance they have always appreciated the benefits that Pilates training brings not only to dancers but also to people who are simply looking to improve their physical well-being and it was a natural progression for Amanda and Vanessa to branch out into Pilates and train to become instructors in this field themselves, both now having an Active IQ Level 3 in Instructing Pilates Matwork. Having started teaching the Fundamentals of Mat based Pilates to adults in 2011, from just one class a week, the classes have now progressed to 7 classes a week, with outstanding results and many loyal clients, who are now training at an advanced level.
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With regular, correct training the many great benefits of     Pilates include:
  • Improved breathing
  • Efficient movement
  • Better mental focus and improved concentration
  • Enhanced body awareness and body control
  • Improved muscle strength
  • Better balance and coordination
  • Reduced stress
  • Increased muscle flexibility and joint range of motion
 In January 2015, Pilates Foundation was launched to give our successful Pilates classes an identity of their own and highlight the work we do with adults in the community, helping many to overcome injuries, maintain an existing trauma or simply help improve their everyday life.

                    Classes to improve your body’s strength and flexibility

improve your body’s strength and flexibility
Our classes are carefully planned to be progressive and are clearly instructed and demonstrated.  
We pride ourselves on getting to know our members and understand that people's needs are different, so we offer modifications and challenges to movements to ensure that each member benefits from their class experience each week.

Our classes are suited to all abilities. Being very accomplished in Pilates training, we are able to treat each participant individually and tailor each exercise to suit their ability and work everyone at a pace to suit their individual needs. All classes are held in our own, modern, purpose-built studios. We thoroughly enjoy teaching these classes and would like to thank all our clients for the support they have given us.  Our clients are proof that Pilates, when done correctly, really does give major fitness benefits. Since government restrictions were put in place we continue to feel that it is better for each client to bring their own mat to use. 
body conditioning exercise
Please email us if you are interested in joining our Pilates Mat Based classes.

Class times: 
Tuesday 10:30 - 11:30am 
Tuesday 7:15 - 8:15pm
Wednesday 09:30 - 10:30am 
Thursday 10:30 - 11:30am 
Thursday 7:15 - 8:15pm 
Friday 9:30 - 10:30am
Saturday 9:30 - 10:30am

Please email df.dancefoundation@gmail.com

£8.00 per class for one class per week 
£7.50 per class for two classes per week 
Classes are booked in blocks of 10 weeks.  Sorry, but due to the nature of our booking system we are not able to offer trial lessons 

Customer testimonials

  • ENJOYABLE PILATES

    Pilates classes are very good and enjoyable. They are suitable for all ages and fitness levels. The teachers, Amanda and Vanessa, are excellent.

    Daphne Dorrington - member of Pilates Foundation


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  • SUPER PILATES

    Brilliant Pilates!! I don't know what I would do without it!! It has worked wonders for my back and neck. Amanda and Vanessa are great. Throughout all lockdowns they have delivered Pilates sessions on Zoom each week, for which I have been very grateful!!

    Jane Cox - member of Plates Foundation


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  • It’s one of the best choices I’ve made

    Started Pilates at Dance Foundation a few years ago and it’s one of the best choices I’ve made - Amanda and Vanessa are so knowledgable and patient! I would certainly recommend them if you wan to increase your flexibility and core strength! There’s no need to worry if you’re not as young as you were - everyone goes at their own pace!

    Claire Epson - member of Pilates Foundation


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  • Local Class

    I have been attending Pilates for over 5 years at Dance Foundation in Clacton on Sea. I am pleased to find a class locally which suited my needs. The instructors Vanessa and Amanda are both friendly, professional and, indeed, patient. I now have stronger core muscles and am in better shape. Many thanks to them!

    Rosana Burnside - member of Pilates Foundation


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  • FRIENDLY INSTRUCTORS

     I can recommend the Pilates lessons, beginner or experienced, the lessons will cater for you. Both Vanessa and Amanda are excellent teachers combining a friendly approach with exercises to challenge and improve your core and flexibility.

    Carole Burstow - member of Pilates Foundation


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For Pilates Foundation in Clacton-on-Sea, email the team at Dance Foundation at
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