THE HISTORY OF PILATES began with the creator of the method, JOSEPH PILATES

Joseph Pilates was born in 1883, in a small village in Germany, near Dusseldorf. Joseph had been interested in exercise since he was young, influenced by his father, a gymnast. After the war, he emigrated to America in 1928 where he opened his studio.

pilates today: improved by science

Pilates today is based upon research done since 1990 in Australia. Pilates methodology has been reassured and improved by science. Now we have evidence to support it as a tool for physiotherapy rehabiliation and sports medicine.

Pilates method has many benefits. Among them it can improve:

respiratory health
posture
core strength
flexibility and stamina
as well as relaxation & mental health.

PILATES AT LAURA FRANKLIN REHAB

As Physiotherapists & Sports Therapists, our instructors are committed to keeping up to date with the latest research & regularly attending training courses with world-leading therapists & Pilates instructors.