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Welcome to Pilates & Promenades – Your Private Sessions in Verbier & Val de Bagnes, Switzerland
Rediscover Your Strength and Confidence
Welcome to Pilates & Promenades, where we empower you to embrace your body and enhance your well-being through tailored Pilates mat sessions and scenic promenades. Our focus is on guiding individuals, especially women post-pregnancy and those over 40, to strengthen and tone their bodies in a supportive and relaxed environment. We also offer private sessions for men, ensuring that everyone can benefit from our unique approach, regardless of their fitness level or experience.
Why Choose Pilates & Promenades?
Pilates is a fantastic way to improve core strength, flexibility, and overall body tone. It’s particularly beneficial for targeting areas that many of us want to focus on, such as tightening the tummy, enhancing upper arm definition, strengthening the back and front of the armpits, and firming up those wobbly bottoms. Whether you’re looking to regain your pre-pregnancy shape, enhance your athletic performance, or simply feel revitalised, Pilates is the perfect solution for everyone.
And by combining our Pilates sessions with invigorating promenades through the beautiful Swiss landscape we have here in Verbier & the Val de Bagnes, we offer a truly unique experience that allows you to enjoy the fresh air and stunning scenery while engaging your core and toning your body. The added benefit of walking up and down hills during our promenades will also help to tone and firm up your backside.
Meet Your Instructor
I’m Sophie, I am the founder of Above & Beyond Verbier but I have also been teaching Pilates sessions since 2018, so I am also one of the dedicated Pilates & Promenades trainers we have at Above & Beyond Verbier. As someone in my 40s with over six years of experience teaching private sessions, along with twelve years of experience in ski instruction, I bring a wealth of knowledge to my classes.
As a mother to a toddler, I understand the challenges of post-pregnancy fitness. My journey has not been without its hurdles; I faced significant challenges when I broke both of my ankles during my seventh month of pregnancy. After my last operation to remove the pins and plates from my ankle in December 2024, I am excited to return to teaching and inspire others on their fitness journeys.
Our Approach
At Pilates & Promenades, I offer private, one-on-one Pilates mat and outdoor sessions designed specifically for you. Each session is tailored to meet your individual needs, taking into account your body’s unique requirements and fitness level. I will guide you through easy-to-follow exercises, ensuring you feel comfortable and confident every step of the way.
Combining Pilates with Promenades
In addition to traditional Pilates sessions, we offer unique promenades that combine Pilates exercises with invigorating walks in beautiful natural settings. This approach allows you to enjoy the fresh air and stunning Swiss scenery while engaging your core and toning your body, including your backside. These sessions are perfect for those who enjoy being outdoors and want to incorporate movement into their routine in a fun and refreshing way.
Bring a Friend!
Why not invite a friend to join you for a Pilates & Promenades session? The optimum group size is 2-4 people, but I can accommodate classes of up to 6 or even provide a personal session for just one person. Exercising in a garden setting or during a scenic walk can create a refreshing and inspiring atmosphere, making your experience even more enjoyable and motivating!
Online Options Available
For added convenience, I also offer Pilates classes via Zoom, allowing you to enjoy your sessions from the comfort of your own home. This flexibility ensures that you can maintain your fitness routine, no matter your schedule or location.
In-Person Classes
For in-person Pilates & Promenades sessions, I cover the beautiful Val de Bagnes area, including Bruson, Verbier, Versegères, Vollèges, and Le Châble. Whether in your home, garden, or enjoying a lovely promenade, I will create an engaging environment to help you achieve your fitness goals.
Getting Started: Simple Exercises to Try at Home
Before your first Pilates & Promenades session, here are a few gentle exercises you can try at home to get acquainted with Pilates and prepare your body:
1. Pelvic Tilts
– How to do it: Lie on your back with your knees bent and feet flat on the floor. Gently tilt your pelvis upward, flattening your lower back against the mat. Hold for a few seconds, then release.
– Benefits: Strengthens your abdominal muscles and improves lower back flexibility.
2. The Hundred
– How to do it: Lie on your back with your legs in a tabletop position (knees bent at 90 degrees). Lift your head, neck, and shoulders off the mat. Pump your arms up and down while breathing in for five counts and out for five counts. Aim for 100 pumps!
– Benefits: Engages your core and increases blood flow.
3. Knee Folds
– How to do it: Lie on your back with your knees bent. Slowly lower one knee towards the mat while keeping the other knee bent. Alternate between legs.
– Benefits: Helps with core stability and strengthens the abdominal muscles.
4. Side-Lying Leg Lifts
– How to do it: Lie on your side with your legs straight. Lift your top leg up towards the ceiling and lower it back down without touching your bottom leg. Repeat on both sides.
– Benefits: Tones the outer thighs and strengthens the hip muscles.
5. Hill Walks
– How to do it: Find a gentle hill or incline and walk up and down, engaging your glutes and hamstrings. This will help tone and firm up your backside.
– Benefits: Strengthens the muscles in your buttocks and legs, improving the overall shape and tone of your backside.
Join me for a Session
Ready to take the next step? At Pilates & Promenades, I am excited to help you on your journey to a stronger, more confident you. My private sessions can be conducted in the comfort of your home, in your garden, during a scenic promenade, or via Zoom, allowing you to enjoy Pilates in a way that suits you best.
Whether you’re a seasoned Pilates enthusiast or new to the practice, I am here to support you every step of the way.
Book Your Session Today!
Let’s work together to achieve your fitness goals. Contact Sophie today to schedule your first private session, and start feeling your best!
Sophie@abverbier.com
Whatsapp +41766809018
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