Medium
Hot Yoga
60 min
Yoga in a heated room in Breda. You work on strength, flexibility and breathing, and head home sweaty and relaxed.
Mat Pilates for core, posture and control
Pilates
Mat Pilates in Breda. You train your core, posture and stability with calm, precise exercises that are tougher than they look.
Fancy trying Pilates at Black & White?
Pilates is a training method in which you work on your core with control: your abdominals, back and pelvic floor. You perform every movement calmly and precisely, with your breath setting the rhythm. The result is a stronger torso, better posture and greater control over your body.
At Black & White we teach mat Pilates as a 60-minute group class. Every exercise has an easier and a harder variation, so you can start at your own level. Prefer a faster pace and more heat? Then take a look at Hot Pilates. You'll find the class times in the schedule.
Why Pilates?
Core training
Targeted exercises for your abdominals, back and pelvic floor. A strong core takes the strain off your lower back and makes every other sport easier.
Focus on technique
Small, precise movements without momentum. The teacher keeps an eye on your technique, so you learn what you're doing and why.
Body awareness
You develop a better feel for your posture, breathing and movement. You'll notice it outside class too, at your desk or when you lift something.
Benefits
The benefits of Pilates
- Stronger abdominal and back muscles
- Better posture and more body control
- Lower risk of strain and back problems
- More flexibility and balance
- Suitable for both beginners and the more experienced
Frequently asked questions
Everything you want to know
Pilates is a training method developed around a hundred years ago by Joseph Pilates. Its essence is still the same: you train with control. No swinging or rapid reps, just movements you perform consciously and precisely, with your breath setting the rhythm.
The focus is on your core: your abdominal muscles, back and pelvic floor. These muscles keep your torso stable and support your posture. That is why Pilates is popular with people who have back problems, but also with athletes looking for a stronger foundation for fitness, running or strength training.
Yes. Every exercise has an easier and a harder variation, so you can start at your own level. You don't need to be flexible or strong to begin; you build that up in the classes.
Because the pace is unhurried and there is plenty of attention to explanation and technique, Pilates actually makes a great first class. Just let the teacher know you're new at the start, and they'll keep an extra eye on you. If you'd like to see the studio first, book a free introduction.
Pilates looks calm, but it's tougher than you think. The movements are small and slow, and that is exactly why your muscles stay under tension for so long. Plenty of people find themselves shaking in their first class in places they never knew had muscles.
The class is of medium intensity. How hard it is for you is up to you, depending on the variation you choose. Want a faster pace and more of a sweat? Then Hot Pilates is the next step.
Pilates makes your core stronger, and that carries over into everything you do. Your posture improves, your lower back takes less strain when you lift and bend, and you are more stable on your feet. On top of that, your hips and back become more supple and you gain more control over how you move.
For athletes, Pilates is an addition that often gets skipped. A strong foundation makes strength training in the gym safer and more effective, and helps prevent injuries.
Both classes work on the same foundation: core, posture and control. The difference lies in pace and heat.
This class puts the emphasis on technique. The pace is calmer and there is more room for explanation and correction. Hot Pilates is taught in a heated room, with a faster pace, longer work blocks and more repetition. That class is physically tougher and builds your stamina too.
If you're just starting out, or you have back problems, this class is the best place to begin. Many members end up doing both: Pilates for technique, Hot Pilates for intensity.
Yoga comes from an ancient tradition and works with postures, breathing and relaxation. Pilates was developed as a training method and is all about control, precision and core stability.
In practice, the two complement each other well. Yoga makes you supple and calm; Pilates makes you strong and stable. Looking for a gentle yoga class to combine it with? Take a look at Easy Flow Yoga or Yin Yoga.
No. At Black & White we teach mat Pilates, in group classes. A reformer is a machine with a sliding carriage and springs that provide resistance. It's a different way of training, but not a better one.
The foundation is the same: core, control and posture. On the mat, there's no machine guiding your movement, so you learn to do it yourself. For almost everyone who is new to Pilates, that is a perfectly fine start, and actually a very good one.
Pilates was originally developed as a rehabilitation method, and many people with a stiff or weak back benefit from it. By strengthening your core, you take pressure off your lower back and stand more steadily.
If you have real pain or an injury, have it assessed first. Our physiotherapy practice is in the same building and can tell you exactly which exercises are and aren't right for you. And always let the teacher know about any problems you have.
A gentle Pilates class is often perfectly doable during pregnancy, but check with your midwife or GP first about what is right for you. In any case, let the teacher know, and you'll be given adapted variations.
While you're pregnant, avoid heated classes such as Hot Pilates. Easy Flow Yoga is a gentle alternative.
Comfortable sportswear that you can move freely in and that doesn't ride up when you lie on your back. You train barefoot or in grip socks.
Mats and other equipment are ready for you in the studio, so you don't need to bring your own. A bottle of water and a small towel are handy. Going to Hot Pilates? Then bring a large towel and extra water.
A Pilates class lasts 60 minutes. Arrive a few minutes early so you can pick your spot without rushing and say hello to the teacher.
You'll find the current class times in the schedule. There you'll also see the other yoga classes and group classes, so you can easily build a regular weekly routine.
Once a week is enough to notice results in your posture and core after just a few weeks. Twice a week is a great rhythm if you want to see faster progress.
Pilates combines really well with other training. Many members do strength training in the gym and use Pilates for a strong, stable foundation.
At Black & White, Takkebijsters 2 in Breda. The classes take place in our own yoga studio. In the same building you'll also find the fitness area, the group classes and physiotherapy.
Would you like to see the studio first? Book a free introduction and we'll show you around.
Yes. If you want to go deeper into Pilates or would like to teach classes yourself, there's the Pilates teacher training. You'll get to know the method inside out and learn how to lead a group.
Yes, any time. Book a free introduction and we'll show you the club and the studio and talk about what you're looking for. Together we'll work out which classes suit you and which membership goes with them.
More yoga classes
Other yoga classes
All levels
Yin Yoga
60 min
Calm yoga in Breda in which you hold poses for three to five minutes. It works deep into your connective tissue and quietens your mind.
Medium
Vinyasa Yoga
60 min
Dynamic yoga in Breda, with poses flowing into one another to the rhythm of your breath. A complete workout that's different every time.
Medium
(Hot) Pilates
55 min
Pilates in a heated room in Breda. A faster pace, more reps and more sweat: a tough workout for your core, legs and stamina.
Advanced
Ashtanga Yoga
60 min
Powerful, structured yoga in Breda. A fixed sequence of poses that calls for plenty of strength in your arms, shoulders and core, and lets you really see your progress.
Beginner
Easy Flow Yoga
60 min
Calm, accessible yoga in Breda. You move smoothly with your breath, let go of tension, and nothing is expected of you in terms of fitness or flexibility.
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