Pilates is clinically proven to strengthen core muscles, improve posture, enhance flexibility, promote mind-body awareness, and reduce muscle tension, helping with a number of physical conditions.
My Online Pilates Programme is designed for anyone to carry out one weekly 30 min Pilates class from anywhere and anytime. This is a well-structured programme of pre-recorded videos that with engagement and commitment takes you from beginner to advanced levels of Pilates within 1 year.
My Story: why I developed My Online Pilates Programme and why I think it's for you!
A few years ago, I became pregnant and continued teaching Pilates until I was 36 weeks along. However, I developed pelvic girdle pain and I could not continue to exercise and teach. After a complicated labour and motherhood struggles, it took me over a year to recover and get my energy back to return to teaching Pilates again. However, I realised that I didn’t have the same stamina, strength and mobility as I had when teaching Pilates consistently every week for the previous 15 years. I was recovering from a serious injury and getting back to fitness seemed insurmountable. This inspired me to create a one-year plan to rebuild my strength and fitness. I have recorded my journey, and I would like to share My Online Pilates Programme with you, in the hope it can help you too.
My Online Pilates Programme was developed to accommodate people with busy and often unpredictable schedules. It’s designed for everyone, whether you’re starting from scratch or recovering from an injury. All I need is 30 minutes of your time, once a week, at any time! That’s all! Doesn’t sound like much, but it is a huge investment in yourself. Each week, you will follow a 30-minute pre-recorded video. These are not random on-demand classes but part of a well-structured programme I have developed to guide you from beginner to advanced levels, allowing you to progress at your own pace. If you engage with my Pilates classes every week, I guarantee you will start to see the benefits even after 6 weeks. So imagine the benefits you will feel after a whole year! My videos are a testament to this, as you will see me struggle in the first few videos. A few months in, I am now able to do the harder moves in intermediate and advanced classes.
Affordability has always been a key issue for me. With over 70 classes, the programme costs less than £1 per class, at just £39.99 per year. This offers a premium Pilates experience at an accessible price. My goal with this is to integrate Pilates into weekly routines worldwide, helping many people like yourself enjoy its limitless benefits and discover how it can help you! The same way it has helped me regain back my strength and mobility following my own struggles!
Join me and invest in your health today. To access My Online Pilates Programme, simply click on the join button below, or try first some free taster classes below.
Testimonials
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Nicolette, New York, USA: “I like that the programme is very paced and has different levels. It has helped decrease my pain and discomfort and improve my overall wellbeing.”
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Hilary, Leeds, UK: “The entire programme is very well planned and each class has been thought out to cover different aspects which build on over the months. I like the clear explanations to help do the exercises accurately.”
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Mary, Attard, Malta: “I like the exercises and the respective explanations. 30 minutes a week has helped me improve my overall strength and flexibility.”
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Irene, Glasgow, Scotland: “I like that I can do the classes whenever I have the time. Anna Maria explains things really well. It has really helped improve my overall strength and flexibility”
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Elspeth, Edinburgh: “Clearly explained, suits any level of ability and leaves you feeling energised and calm”
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Roger, Edinburgh: “Anna’s Pilates classes have helped me become more flexible and leave me feeling better after every session. As a professional physiotherapist Anna Pilates routines are very well designed so even older people can, over the course of a session, gradually stretch and flex those parts of the body, perhaps less regularly used, which need exercise and strengthening.”
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Jane, Edinburgh: “I am loving your videos as they are so clear and concise, so I feel confident I am doing the exercises correctly.”
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Lesley, Scotland: “Anna Maria is a great teacher and explains things so well, after 6 weeks of classes I feel stronger and more aware of my movements which is a credit to her Pilates classes, highly recommend for all levels of abilities.”
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Carolina, Columbia: “Highly recommended, especially the barre Pilates classes with Anna Maria is amazing, she is absolutely professional and kind, in 4 weeks I've seen improvements in my position and more resistance.”
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Michelle, Scotland: “The great thing for me is the fact that it is from my own home. After a day's work, it is good to be able to exercise but not have to go back out. Anna Maria is clear and gentle in her instruction and takes you through different levels. I can get the right level for me. I'm loving these sessions.”
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Julie, Edinburgh: “They are nicely paced and individualised depending on ability and Anna Maria is a knowledgeable teacher. I would highly recommend the classes”.
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Mary, Scotland: “I've had problems with my back and pelvic floor for some time, and I've noticed an immediate improvement since starting the classes. They're enjoyable, easy to follow, and I always look forward to them!”
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Yvonne, Canada: “I am feeling improvements in my strength and endurance. I look forward to her classes every week, curious to see what challenges she will have for us.”
My Online Pilates Programme
Each week, you will follow a 30-minute pre-recorded video. This is a well-structured online Pilates programme I have developed to guide you from beginner to advanced levels, allowing you to progress at your own pace, anytime, anywhere. Support is provided to you through a members-only online Facebook group.
Months 1-2
Beginners Pilates
During the first two months, our focus will be on mastering the foundational aspects of Pilates, including centering, proper breathing, and ribcage placement. We will also delve into the essential activation and relaxation of the pelvic floor both at rest and during movement. Building on this foundation, we'll gradually introduce basic level 1 Pilates exercises. By the end of the second month, you will have acquired a fundamental level of movement and strength, equipping you to safely progress to more challenging exercises.
Bonus classes: Flexibility and Mobility – Spine and Upper Body
Months 3-4
Improvers Pilates
Over the next eight weeks, we will build upon the beginner's level, moving towards a more challenging but still lower level. While we will briefly revisit the core elements of Pilates in various positions, the primary focus will be on increasing exercise difficulty through the use of resistance, which can include stretch bands, household items like canned goods, or water bottles.
Bonus classes: Flexibility and Mobility
Months 5-6
Intermediate Pilates;
Core and Lower Body
In this block of eight weeks, we'll further elevate the exercise difficulty to an intermediate level. I will continue to provide exercise variations to accommodate both those seeking a challenge and those looking for a slightly easier option. Rest assured, options for making exercises easier or more challenging will always be available. Over these two months, our emphasis will shift towards enhancing lower body strength and endurance.
Bonus classes: Introduction to Barre Concepts
Months 7-8
Intermediate Pilates;
Core and Upper Body
The subsequent eight classes will maintain the intermediate level, with a specific focus on strengthening and enhancing endurance in the upper body. Similar to the previous month, I will offer alternative options during the class to cater to varying fitness levels.
Bonus classes: Barre Pilates
Months 9-10
Intermediate/Advanced Level Pilates;
Core and Lower Body
In these eight classes, we will take your exercises to an advanced level, building upon the foundation laid in previous months. More challenging exercises will be introduced, designed to be safely performed at home, with easier options for those who prefer them. The primary focus will be on the core and lower body.
Bonus classes: Introduction to HIIT Pilates
Months 11-12
Intermediate/Advanced Level Pilates;
Core and Upper Body
In the final set of classes, you will continue with advanced level exercises, concentrating on the core and upper body.
Bonus Classes: HIIT Pilates
Equipment needed and support
You will need minimal equipment such as a TV/laptop screen connected to the internet and a web browser, a mat (or carpeted area), a towel and a water bottle. In some classes you will need non-specialised equipment, which can be found at home. I will give examples during each class, but this may include cans of beans (to replace hand weights if you don't have any), a chair, a towel and a pillow.
No separate app needed. All videos can be accessed from this website at the top of the page.
Motivational support has been essential for my progress in this programme, and it will be for you too. You'll gain access to a private Facebook group where you can ask me questions, join live chat sessions, and receive weekly motivational messages.
Frequently asked questions
How will I be billed?
My Online Pilates Programme is a yearly subscription, paid by direct debit a year in advance. The yearly subscription fee recurs every year automatically until cancelled.
Do you provide a refund?
We do not offer refunds for not engaging with the programme or for forgetting to cancel your subscription. Please have a look at the taster classes before purchasing a subscription to the Programme. To avoid being charged, please cancel your subscription before the next billing cycle. Please send me your feedback using the contact form below.
How do I cancel my subscription?
Subscription to My Online Pilates Programme can be cancelled through your account on this website found in the top right hand corner, or by sending your instructions using the available contact form at the bottom of the page at least 7 days before the next billing date.
Is it possible to access your classes on any device?
You can access the programme on any device: smartphone, tablet, laptop, computer and smart TV, provided also the device has access to an internet connection and a web browser. I recommend larger screens for a better experience. You could also connect your laptop to the TV using an HDMI cable, depending if a similar port exists on your laptop. If you have an iPhone, you can connect to your TV using AirPlay, or if you have a mobile phone running Android you can cast through Miracast, Smart View, or Google Cast, depending on the TV and device.
How do I access the videos?
These can be accessed at the top of the page, or here, followed by inputting your login details.
Do I need to install an app?
No. All videos are accessible from this website.
What equipment do I need?
You will need minimal equipment, such as a laptop, computer or TV screen connected to the internet and a web browser, a mat (or carpeted area), a towel and a water bottle. In some classes you will need non-specialised equipment, which can be found at home. I will give examples of alternative equipment you will need before starting each class. This may include cans of beans (to act as hand weights), a chair, a towel and a pillow.