Resistance Pilatchi Classes keep getting booked! Why is this new concept so popular in Hampshire?
I am delighted that Resistance Pilatchi is now established as a class exercise! We formally launched the classes two weeks ago in Titchfield and both classes have been full! Even our third class in two weeks time is already reaching full capacity on Eventbrite. This is such good news knowing that people are enjoying the class and rebooking for their second and third classes.
So why is this new resistance training concept so popular?
From my perspective as a physiotherapist, I feel that people are wanting to share the experience in a class setting which is safe and has that sense of belonging to a group. Many people prefer this physical setting rather than going online and operating alone in their home with an on-line exercise programme. However, that is not to say that home exercising is not as good, because home exercises suits so many people who cannot attend a physical class for many reasons. Most of these reasons are due to cost of gymnasiums or studios, time of travel, commitments with a family and not wanting to be seen in a public environment for reasons only personal to themselves. I understand that and that is why we will be maintaining and expanding our online classes for Resistance Pilatchi.
What exactly makes Pilatchi so different from standard exercise classes?
So what makes Resistance Pilatchi different from the same routine exercise studio classes? I asked all my clients after their classes for feedback and here are three main reasons why and what they have to say:
- New Concept. Firstly, it has never been done before so out of curiosity people want to see something different and just give it a try! In this case it has been a resounding success as everyone wants to rebook – so one can assume they are enjoying something different! This is interesting because a lot of my clients are seasoned Pilates, Yoga and Tai Chi practitioners. On receiving feedback from them, the most popular theme answer is: “I like the mind-body approach, but this class is also getting me stronger at the same time using these new secured resistance bands, so I can also move around safely!” Some clients also remarked: “I don’t have to get up and down from a mat anymore with this Pilatchi class as it’s all in standing! It can be an effort getting on and off a mat all the time, but this mobile standing resistance exercise is always testing my balance and challenges how I move in standing”. Another common theme I hear regarding the apparatus is: “I love the gloves! They are so comfortable, I can wear them with jewellery and I now feel safely attached to the bands without letting go anymore!“
- Progressive Training. Clients like to be challenged, and, in a class, they often compete with each other. We often ask ourselves: Who is moving better? Am I out of sync with others? Will I progress to the next colour of band for increased resistance before anyone else? How is my balance compared to everyone else? In simple terms those who enjoy exercise like to see a programme of progressive exercising where they feel challenged, move onto the next level, get stronger, more functional and build on that sense of self-esteem. Resistance Pilatchi offers these challenges. If you use the bands regularly, you may want to advance to higher resistance band levels i.e. from yellow through to red green and even blue or black! The class instructor will adjust the class to add in more balance and strength work for those that feel they can do it. An instructor in a class also allows those that are not equipped to reach the higher levels, to make appropriate adjustments so they are suitable for their own individual needs including existing injuries. As a physiotherapist and with any exercise class instructor, it is really important recognising the needs of their clients, so everybody is exercising at their own suitable level.
- Physiotherapist’s Approach. This brings me to the third reason why people are enjoying the classes. Many of my clients say they feel reassured that an experienced physiotherapist has designed a high-quality product and knows what is required to exercise strength and flexibility to attain different levels of function. As a physiotherapist, I’m not assessing the patients and I’m certainly not treating them as it’s only a general exercise class. However, I am giving some general advice on the exercises and that alone reassures them how their muscles may be working and how they can adjust their moves to make it more comfortable or even a challenge themselves a bit more. I also make it clear that any medical concerns they may have should be raised by their own practitioners and not by myself. So in summary, the new concept comes with the authority of a physiotherapist’s approach, one of my pillars for the business, and that is really important for so many people who exercise seeking that extra bit whether they use Resistance Pilatchi in a class or online. I hasten to add that although the concept comes from a physiotherapist’s approach, Resistance Pilatchi classes can be instructed by other professionally registered instructors as iterated below.
CIMSPA Registered Accredited Instructors. Resistance Pilatchi has just been recognised, registered and endorsed with the Chartered Institute of Managing Sports and Physical Activities (CIMSPA). This means any registered Gym Instructor level 2 or above eg Personal Trainer trainer at level 3 can apply. You get 8 continuous professional development (CPD) points to attend a one-day course to become a Resistance Pilatchi instructor. These physical course dates will be released in early autumn 2025. These will be advertised on the CIMPSA website and other platforms shortly. If you are interested and you are a registered: gym instructor, personal trainer, healthcare registered therapist or anyone else from Level 2 upwards in the exercise business, simply email me at: info@resistancepilatchi.com. In the meantime, watch this space and the first wave of Resistance Pilatchi instructors in the country!
Want to try Resistance Pilatchi? If you cannot attend a local class yet, or you prefer to follow the classes within the comfort of your own home, why not visit our shop and buy the bands while they are on offer and give our online classes a go? There are already six online public classes on our Resistance Pilatchi YouTube channel for you to follow.
We intend to build on that content for buyers as we become more established creating a Resistance Pilatchi membership community as we expand! Give it a go!