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WELLNESS & PILATES RETREATS
IN SOUTH DEVON
Relax, have fun, be more healthy & flexible
WELLNESS & PILATES RETREATS IN SOUTH DEVON
Welcome
Take time to focus on just you, where you will feel supported, rejuvenated, and rested, as you relax in one of the UK's loveliest spots.
This Pilates retreat will leave you feeling balanced and invigorated, alive, and refreshed.
Be prepared to challenge yourself and have a lot of fun.
You are about to have a very unique experience.
WELLNESS & PILATES RETREATS IN SOUTH DEVON
Meet The Instructor
Catherine Ogilvy-Stuart has been an instructor in the Pilates Method for over 20 years now. She has owned and run South Devon Pilates since 2013, teaching Pilates Matwork and Equipment at her Studio in Central Torquay.
Originally trained as a dancer she first gained a qualification in Matwork with Bodycontrol Pilates in 2000. After a brief spell working for Bodycontrol, she taught group matwork classes and private matwork for 7 years receiving many referrals from osteopaths and physiotherapists. She then trained in Pilates equipment at the Brighton Pilates Studio, taking classes and learning about the atmosphere of an equipment based Studio. In 2005 she took further equipment training/exams with Polestar Pilates in London and consequently set up her own equipment studio in Reigate in Surrey which she ran for 7 years.
Catherine is fully insured to teach both matwork and studio equipment and regularly attends workshops, conferences, and courses to keep abreast of new techniques and developments.
Wellness Retreats
The Benefits of Pilates
In the 1920s, physical trainer Joseph Pilates introduced Pilates into America as a way to help injured athletes and dancers safely return to exercise and maintain their fitness. Since, then, Pilates has been adapted to suit all people. Pilates lengthens and stretches all the major muscle groups in your body in a balanced way. It requires concentration in finding a center point to control your body through movement.
Improved flexibility
Increased muscle strength and tone, particularly abs, lower back, hips, and buttocks
Balanced muscular strength on both sides of the body
Enhanced muscular control of your back and limbs
Improved stabilization of your spine
Improved posture
Rehabilitation or prevention of injuries related to muscle imbalances
Improved physical coordination and balance
Improved concentration
Increased body awareness
Wellness & Pilates Retreats - Accommodation
River Dart
Welcome to the Shippon. This lovely, rustic, detached barn located just outside Totnes, has magnificent views down to the River Dart. Located in a beautiful, peaceful valley this is a fabulous place for Pilates Retreats.
Small & Large Groups
The Shippon has been designed with large groups in mind, providing all the equipment, space and facilities needed to ensure that everyone has an enjoyable break. The kitchen has a dining space that seats 18; so meals can be enjoyed altogether around one big table.
Alfresco Dining
There is also a large outdoor dining space, two Webber coal BBQs and sun loungers, so you can make to make the most of the warmer days and evenings. In the winter the big living room, with its 7 sofas, log burner and beautiful views, is a great space to relax in. And when the days are done, there are 10 comfortable bedrooms and 10 bathrooms to retreat to!