Caring for the body you live in
Welcome to Palace Pilates
Located in the heart of Crystal Palace, we have been offering pilates classes to the Palace community for the last 17 years.
Pilates is an incredible 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 to its optimal alignment.
Whether it’s a general class to improve your strength, posture, flexibility, or a course specifically focussing on managing back pain we have something to offer you.
WE OFFER CLASSES IN-PERSON AS WELL AS CLASSES ON ZOOM. Please take a look at our TIMETABLE page for more details.
Class Options
To get started take a look at the class descriptions below and decide which type of class you would like to join. Choose from Beginners, Core Pilates & Back Care or Dynamic/Advanced pilates – click on the READ MORE links below to learn more about each option. Then take a look at our timetable and decide which day and time you would prefer as your ‘regular’ class. Finally we offer you 2 joining options…. The most popular and best value for money is our 4 Class Monthly Package but we also offer the option to simply sign up and pay for one class – take a look at our timetable and prices page for more information.
Finally we are delighted to bring, NEW to our timetable, a Qi Gong for Health and Meditation class which will focus on reducing stress, relaxation techniques and movement to bring our bodies back into balance – full details below.
Beginners Pilates
The starting point for anyone new to Pilates and essential for anyone with back problems or injury. This course will teach you the principals of alignment, breathing and core stability.
Core Pilates & Back Care
These classes include Physiotherapy based exercises along with flexibility and spinal mobility focus and always focus on back care and improving your posture, strength and mobility.
Dynamic Pilates
For those who want a balanced, effective, total body workout. These classes cover a lot of the challenging, higher intensity intermediate and advanced matwork repertoire. Here the focus is on strengthening and toning the body.
Mindful Movement and Meditation
A new addition and a wonderful session designed to leave your mind and body relaxed and de-stressed. You will learn ancient qi gong moves, breath work and enjoy a deeply relaxing guided meditation
Relaxation & Meditation
EVENING SESSIONS – monthly ON ZOOM
Combining mindfulness, breathwork and the wonderful meditative movement of Qi Gong. These evenings are designed to Rebalance, Relax and Rejuvenate your whole system
Student Testimonials
“Three years ago I was suffering from severe back pain in the lumber region.
My physiotherapist suggested pilates and recommended Suzanne. Since joining her classes, I have been absolutely pain-free. As an added bonus, pilates has increased my physical fitness and flexibility.”
“Last night was excellent. Denise was really attuned to my specific needs and modifications. It was really evident that you’d filled her in about me. The attentiveness to individual needs and personal touch is so rare and means so much. It’s really clear that you model this and have built a Pilates team that has a wonderful ethos. Thank you so much! I feel really lucky to have found you!”
“I came to Suzanne’s class after falling on a wet floor, resulting in a back injury. After attending classes my core muscles became stronger and this helped with the pain in my back. I also found that my balance was better and I gained more confidence. Suzanne is a very good Pilates teacher with a great understanding of any medical condition the members of her class had. After each class, I felt really fit and feel so much stronger now.”
“I enjoyed the Pilates one to one session very much. It was invaluable being shown exactly what to do and for the great tips you gave me on making some of the existing exercises easier, and more effective. I’m looking forward to starting next term already!!”
Professional Testimonial
“I have had the pleasure of working with Suzanne (Palace Pilates founder) at CPPG and she’s an extremely professional, experienced, adept Pilates Clinician who takes great pride in her work and consistently achieves fantastic results. She has been a respected and valued member of our rehab team for over 10 years and her clients have a deep appreciation for all the expertise, care and warmth she imparts. Palace Pilates is an outstanding service which enhances posture and movement control after an injury and is equally important as a way of staying healthy and moving well. I receive so much excellent feedback about Palace Pilates that I am proud to recommend them to anyone looking to improve their movement and body control in a fun and relaxing environment. ”