PTS Fitness Pilates Classes Braintree

PTS Fitness Pilates Classes Braintree Fitness Pilates Classes covering Braintree and surrounding areas. Group Lessons and 1-1, face to face and online via ZOOM

I am dedicated, self-motivated, and a proactive Fitness Pilates Instructor, with excellent interpersonal and organisational skills gained through working in the fitness industry for over 20 years, customer service and training environment organisations. I enjoy empowering my clients to integrate the Fitness Pilates method towards reaching their objectives, whether the goal is to improve posture, increase muscular balance and strength, rehabilitate from injuries or just get in better touch with their bodies. In both private lessons and group classes, I help people increase their flexibility, stability, and strength while maintaining a sense of well-being. I enjoy teaching the principles of Fitness Pilates and modifying the exercises to fit the needs and goals of clients with different fitness levels.

Hi ThereHope you are having a great week. Here we go…… we’re moving closer into another new week of Pilates classes, mot...
15/01/2026

Hi There

Hope you are having a great week.

Here we go…… we’re moving closer into another new week of Pilates classes, motivating, inspiring and helping you get fitter and healthier.
Here is your timetable of classes wc 19th January 2026 Back to Basics Week 3
If you have any questions please do get in touch
Have a lovely weekend Marisa

Women – stop being afraid of getting ‘bulky’ and start being afraid of getting frail I hear it nearly every week from wo...
14/01/2026

Women – stop being afraid of getting ‘bulky’ and start being afraid of getting frail

I hear it nearly every week from women who don’t lift weights that they don’t want to get ‘bulky’ 🙈
Honestly ladies - YOU WONT! I’ve been desperately trying to put on more muscle bulk for the last 6 years - it takes a long time & put that in the mix with decline of testosterone due to menopause it’s definitely not going to happen

What WILL happen if you don’t strength train is you will increase osteoporosis as your bones are getting weaker
You WILL become more frail because of this and risk of falls & breaks increase

You WILL increase body fat as weight training is metabolic so if your struggling with your weight you need to lay off the cardio & step into the weights room, the more muscle you have on your body the less body fat & it’s the body fat that’s making you ‘bulky’ NOT muscle

You WILL struggle more with joint pain as the decrease in oestrogen means you are not having that hormone that protects your joints, ligaments and tendons - by doing effective weight training you are going to strengthen these & prevent injury

So please stop worrying about something that will not happen and start worrying that if you do not include a strength training programme to your schedule (and I’m not talking about Body Pump or any class where you are completing lots of REPS with light weights, I’m talking about slow controlled weight training programme where you split your sessions into PUSH / PULL / Legs or something similar) then your risk of being frail, increasing body fat & having more joint pain will decrease

💪💪💪

As from the first week in February we will return to our weights in class, however one class a month is not enough to slow the process of osteoporosis down, but if you continue on a regular basis, with what you learn in the classes then it will definitely help.
I have a library of weighted workouts from Zoom sessions in my YouTube library and you are very welcome to receive one that is yours to keep and use at home. Let me know and I can forward a link to you for £5.
Stay shining bright
Love
Marisa x

Hi ThereHope you are having a great week. Here we go…… we’re moving closer into another new week of Pilates classes, mot...
08/01/2026

Hi There

Hope you are having a great week.

Here we go…… we’re moving closer into another new week of Pilates classes, motivating, inspiring and helping you get fitter and healthier.
Here is your timetable of classes wc 12th January 2026
If you have any questions please do get in touch
Have a lovely weekend Marisa x

06/01/2026

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Why not kick start your day with the Functional Fitness class and Body Conditioning. Great for the mind and body. I have used the very versatile mini ball during parts of the classing, standing and floor
This online workout consists of funcitonal Pilates exercises in three planes of movement ie Sagittal, Frontal, and Rotational/transverse.



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Hi ThereHappy New Year. Hope you had a wonderful time over the festive period. Here we go…… we’re moving closer into a...
01/01/2026

Hi There

Happy New Year. Hope you had a wonderful time over the festive period.

Here we go…… we’re moving closer into a new week and new year of Pilates classes, motivating, inspiring and helping you get fitter and healthier, being the best version of yourself.

Here is your timetable of classes wc 5th January. We will be returning to the next 4 weeks of back to basics, revisitng Pilates exercises with simple instruction and modifications.
Help us ease back into our exercise regime. 🙂

If you have any questions please do get in touch
Have a lovely weekend

Marisa x

FITNESS PILATES CLASSES January Reset: Going Back to Basics with Fitness PilatesNew Year classes are a brilliant opport...
01/01/2026

FITNESS PILATES CLASSES

January Reset: Going Back to Basics with Fitness Pilates
New Year classes are a brilliant opportunity to take things right back to basics — both in technique and in concept. In a fitness world that’s constantly evolving with new trends and formats, revisiting the fundamentals is powerful, even for the most experienced regulars. January is the perfect time to reset movement quality, deepen understanding, and rebuild strong foundations.

• Learn a new way to move your body
• Improve strength and endurance
• Maintain mobility and alleviate pain
• Support your joints
• Strengthen your core
• Improve balance and co-ordination
• Reduce stress and anxiety
• You will start to look and feel great after just a few sessions

I'll help you understand how to breathe properly, how to engage and exercise your pelvic floor and show you how your core can support you not just with exercise, but with everyday life.

Timetable of classes from 5th January 2026

Monday Stisted Village Hall 0930-1015 & ZOOM 1100-1145
Tuesday BSC 0930-1015
Wednesday Wethersfield Village Hall 1100-1145
Thursday Coggeshall Village Hall 1100-1145 & Stisted Village Hall 1500-1545 Chair Pilates (1st Thursday of the month)

If you would like to join any of the classes you can just turn up and pay as you go, however if you would like to contact me beforehand then please do so.
Here’s to a very positive and healthy 2026
It’s time to put yourself first and become the best version of YOU
Marisa x
Fitness Pilates Health Coach
marisaswain@btinternet.com

Hi There Happy New Year! I hope you had a wonderful Christmas and New Year. I'm so excited to welcome you back to our Fi...
30/12/2025

Hi There
Happy New Year! I hope you had a wonderful Christmas and New Year. I'm so excited to welcome you back to our Fitness Pilates classes in January.
Ive missed our sessions and can't wait to return and get into a regular routine with you. This is a fantastic time to set new goals for strength, flexibility, and overall well-being. Our regular class schedule resumes on 5th January 2026. (see attached timetable)
We will be returning to Back to Basics but with a lovely Flow through the sessions.
Please contact me if you have any questions about what to expect this month or if you'd like to discuss anything with me.
Looking forward to seeing you next week.
Love
Marisa x

PILATES CLASSES ⭐ January Reset: Going Back to Basics with Fitness PilatesNew Year classes are a brilliant opportunity t...
30/12/2025

PILATES CLASSES
⭐ January Reset: Going Back to Basics with Fitness Pilates

New Year classes are a brilliant opportunity to take things right back to basics — both in technique and in concept. In a fitness world that’s constantly evolving with new trends and formats, revisiting the fundamentals is powerful, even for the most experienced regulars. January is the perfect time to reset movement quality, deepen understanding, and rebuild strong foundations.

Timetable of classes for 2026
Monday Stisted Village Hall– 5th January 0930-1015 & ZOOM 1100-1145

Tuesday BSC – 6th January 0930-1015

Wednesday WethersfieldVillage Hall 7th January 1100-1145

Thursday Coggeshall Village Hall – 8th January 1100-1145 & Stisted Village Hall 1500-1545 Chair Pilates (1st Thursday of the month)

If you would like to join any of the classes you can just turn up and pay as you go, however if you would like to contact me beforehand then please do so.
Happy New Year
Its time to put yourself first and become the best version of YOU

Marisa x
Fitness Pilates Health Coach
marisaswain@btinternet.com

HOW TO REGULATE YOUR NERVOUS SYSTEM These are 1-minute tips to help regulate your nervous system.If you forget them copy...
22/12/2025

HOW TO REGULATE YOUR NERVOUS SYSTEM

These are 1-minute tips to help regulate your nervous system.

If you forget them copy down the ones that resonate with you and add them to your notes on your phone then you can pull out your notes and try one or two to help.

Quick Nervous System Reset Tools for the Christmas Break

❤️Hands Over Eyes Reset
Gently place both palms over your eyes and breathe slowly for 60 seconds to reduce sensory overload and calm the nervous system.

❤️Jawline Tapping
Lightly tap along the jawline with your fingertips for 30–60 seconds to release jaw tension and facial holding.

❤️Physiological Sigh
Inhale through the nose, top up the breath, then sigh audibly through the mouth to quickly lower stress levels.

❤️Humming Reset
Hum at a comfortable pitch for 30–60 seconds to stimulate the vagus nerve.

❤️Adrenal Cocktail
Water with a pinch of sea salt and a squeeze of lemon (or coconut water). Optional: add Camu-Camu powder mid-afternoon to support hydration and stress response.

❤️Standing Somatic Sway
Stand tall and gently sway side to side for one minute, allowing the body to find its own rhythm.

❤️Standing Shake-Out
Softly shake the arms, hands, and shoulders for 20–30 seconds to help discharge tension.

❤️Feet Press & Release
Press your feet firmly into the floor for 10 seconds, release, and notice the support beneath you.

❤️Peripheral Vision Reset (Eyes Only)
Keep the head still and slowly move the eyes left and right, noticing the edges of your vision — this signals safety to the brain.

❤️Soft Gaze Widening
Gently widen your gaze and notice what’s around you rather than focusing on one point.

❤️Hand-on-Chest Breathing
One hand on the chest, one on the belly — breathe slowly for five calm breaths.

❤️Rock & Reset (Standing or Seated)
Gentle rhythmic rocking reassures the nervous system and supports regulation.

❤️Jaw Massage or Tapping
Massage or tap the jaw and temples for 30 seconds to reduce clenching and facial tension.

❤️Slow-Motion Minute
Move at half your normal speed for one minute — walking, cooking, or tidying.

❤️Legs-Up Reset
Lie on your back with your legs elevated on a chair or wall for 2–3 minutes to calm the body.

Have a great 'festive' week
Marisa x

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Stisted Village Hall, Rectory Road
Braintree
CM778AL

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Monday 9am - 5pm
Tuesday 9am - 5pm
Wednesday 9am - 5pm
Thursday 9am - 5pm
Friday 9am - 5pm

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