Is the Pilates for the Passionate Gardener programme offered online or in person?

The beauty of this programme is that because it is delivered online, you can do it from the convenience and comfort of your own home. You can access all content whenever it suits you, without the hassle of travelling to a class. It's also a great use of time to prepare you for gardening when it’s raining outside!

What if I can’t attend a live class?

All live classes are recorded, allowing you to catch up or watch again whenever is convenient. You’ll have lifetime access to all recordings and materials.

Do I need any previous Pilates experience?

No prior experience is necessary! This programme is suitable for all fitness levels, with guidance tailored to your abilities.

Is attending the weekly class enough to see results?

The weekly class will definitely set you on the path to pain-free gardening, but the most significant changes will come from regularly practising the techniques you learn. This programme equips you with the tools to garden pain-free, and by integrating these practices into your routine, you’ll build the strength, mobility, and resilience that will make a lasting difference.

What equipment do I need?

You’ll need a mat, a chair, and a cushion. A stretchy band and a small Pilates ball will also be used, which you can purchase when you sign up.

Pilates for the Passionate Gardener

Enabling you to Garden Pain-Free, for Life

Strengthen and protect your body with my transformational online programme, designed to keep you gardening pain-free and resilient year after year.

Is this you?

Like me, you love gardening. It is a hugely important part of your life and provides a constant source of pleasure, satisfaction and purpose. But…

You find your garden is physically very demanding to maintain.
The lifting, bending, kneeling, etc puts a big strain on your body.
You suffer from back pain, aching joints & muscles.
Tasks feel more difficult than they used to be.
You need to take more breaks to allow your body to recover.

Many of my clients have felt this way, which is why I created a solution that builds strength, flexibility, and resilience specifically for gardeners—so you can enjoy your work or hobby without fear of pain or injury.

Gardening: The ‘Extreme Sport’ in Disguise

As a Pilates teacher, I often joke with clients that gardening is an ‘extreme sport’ given its demands on our bodies. Gardening requires strength, flexibility, agility, and resilience—traits typically associated with athletes. Yet if gardening were classified as an extreme sport, we’d train specifically to enhance our performance and prevent injuries. So why not take the same approach with a pastime that demands so much physical effort?

Imagine Gardening Pain-Free, Forever

Picture this: a life where you can garden whenever you want, for as long as you want—pain-free. No back pain, no muscle stiffness, no struggles getting up and down from the ground. That’s exactly what the Pilates for the Passionate Gardener programme is designed to do. My goal is to help you banish fears of pain and injury, allowing you to return to what you love most: tending to your garden.

How the Programme Works

This 6-week transformation programme comprises:

Weekly Live Classes
Each week, join a 1-hour live online session that includes a 30-minute Pilates class plus a deep dive into gardening-specific exercises, addressing common areas of strain like lifting, kneeling, and digging.

'Quick Fix Series’ Videos
Access a library of short videos (5-10 minutes each) focusing on strengthening key muscle groups for common garden tasks, including leg & arm strength, balance work, and back mobility.

Q&A

Each live class offers a dedicated time for questions and technique checks, ensuring you feel supported every step of the way.

Lifetime Access
Enjoy unlimited playback of all sessions and lifetime access to course materials for ongoing learning.

Price: £150

including lifetime access to all content

FAQs

Is the Pilates for the Passionate Gardener programme offered online or in person?

The beauty of this programme is that because it is delivered online, you can do it from the convenience and comfort of your own home. You can access all content whenever it suits you, without the hassle of travelling to a class. It's also a great use of time to prepare you for gardening when it’s raining outside!
What if I can’t attend a live class?

All live classes are recorded, allowing you to catch up or watch again whenever is convenient. You’ll have lifetime access to all recordings and materials.
Do I need any previous Pilates experience?

No prior experience is necessary! This programme is suitable for all fitness levels, with guidance tailored to your abilities.
Is attending the weekly class enough to see results?

The weekly class will definitely set you on the path to pain-free gardening, but the most significant changes will come from regularly practising the techniques you learn. This programme equips you with the tools to garden pain-free, and by integrating these practices into your routine, you’ll build the strength, mobility, and resilience that will make a lasting difference.
What equipment do I need?

You’ll need a mat, a chair, and a cushion. A stretchy band and a small Pilates ball will also be used, which you can purchase when you sign up.

What’s Included in the Programme?

Core Strength & Spine Mobility Exercises

Build core strength and improve spinal mobility with guided exercises, giving your back the support it needs to avoid strain and stay pain-free.

Targeted Strength Training

Develop resilience in your shoulders, arms, and legs through focused strength exercises that protect against injury and improve endurance.

Practical Techniques for Gardening Movements

Learn effective techniques to perform common gardening actions like getting down to and up from the floor, lifting, digging and weeding safely and with ease.

Balance and Stability Training

Enhance your balance and stability with exercises tailored for gardeners, making it easier to handle tricky tasks and reducing the risk of falls.

Take the First Step to Pain-Free Gardening—for Life!

You’ve mastered caring for your garden; now it’s time to give that same priority to your body. Register your interest now to be first in line for the next Pilates for the Passionate Gardener Programme—because your body deserves as much care as your garden does.

Hi there, I'm Ali

I began my love affair with gardening in earnest about 3 years ago when my husband, John, and I moved to Wells. We took on a house which needed a lot of work in the garden which was overgrown and unloved.

I noticed early on how challenging gardening was for poor John. He had a history of back pain and really struggled with the demands our garden has placed on him physically. Having finally started doing a weekly Pilates recording (after years of nagging!) his body is SO much more resilient and the back pain has disappeared.

As a Pilates teacher, l've lost count of the number of people who have sought me out because they have injured themselves gardening. This, coupled with John's experience, made me realise how many people out there need help strengthening their bodies so they can confidently tackle the challenges that gardening brings. And now I'd love to help you realise the benefits of Pilates to build your resilience & confidence.

If you have any questions, just e-mail me at

ali@thepilatesroomwells.com

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