Adult Classes & Courses

​Modified Pilates for Lower Back PainPilates aims to improve strength and flexibility in all areas of the spine. Modified Pilates, instructed by our resident senior Chartered physiotherapist Luke Hedley, focuses on core stability and improving spinal function using modified exercises that are safe and effective for people with chronic back and neck pain or those looking to rehabilitate themselves following back surgery. This class is also ideal for anyone interested in taking a fun, challenging and safe Pilates class.There’s a maximum of 12 per class with mats, pillows and small equipment provided.  Participants supply their own towel."When you are told by the professionals what you can do to make sciatica and back pain better (Pilates, swimming etc.) and you just keep carrying on, doing nothing, there comes a point when you think, maybe they are right!! So, I found Luke's class - it fits right in with my work hours, in a great location and a well-equipped class with really soothing, relaxing music too! I feel so much better and it really does help with the back niggles. It's also a great way to switch off and thoroughly unwind after busy London life. I highly recommend Luke's class – it has certainly made a big difference to me.”HarrietPersonal TrainingIf you’re serious about getting fitter and want to achieve the best results using tried and tested methods, then personal training with Kristian McPhee is the answer.Being a certified fitness instructor and British Weightlifting Champion, Tutor and Level 2 coach there’s not much Kristian doesn’t know about strength and fitness and how to motivate and get the best out of his students in a safe yet challenging environment.Kristian works with men and women of all ages and abilities with sessions tailored to meet each individual’s goals be they improved muscle tone, better cardiovascular fitness or improved posture, strength and flexibility.“Kristian has been a motivational and knowledgeable trainer to work with over the last few months.  The sessions have been tough but very rewarding and are never the same. I’ve really noticed a difference in my fitness, and energy levels since I've started personal training and my strength is really coming on too! I couldn’t recommend Kristian highly enough!”LauraPilatesPilates is a series of non-impact exercises to develop strength, flexibility, balance and inner   awareness.  It focuses on a breathing pattern to enhance the exercises and can help to restore your body’s alignment with specific exercises. Pilates targets the balanced development of deep and superficial muscles that stabilise, align and move the trunk of the body especially the abdominals and muscles of the back.  It can be done by anyone – any age or any fitness level, male or female.“I attend Lorraine's Pilates class on Monday evenings, every week, without fail. I unfortunately prolapsed 2 discs in 2012 and couldn't walk for 5 months. After 18 months under my brilliant Osteopath (who saved me from having a triple spinal fuse operation), I was well enough to start Pilates. Lorraine carefully tailored the movements/exercises suitable for my delicate and fragile condition with great skill.  My improvement in strength, motion and pain cannot be understated, all because of Lorraine. She really has given me my life back! Lorraine's classes are very professional, informative and fun (I consider myself a life member). She is also one of the warmest, nicest people on the planet as well as one of the best instructors.”MarkPole Exercise Dance & FitnessPole Exercise Dance & Fitness is a fantastic way for women to exercise, to get into shape and build self-confidence. It’s good for you in so many ways including core stimulation, upper body strength, muscle tone literally everywhere, body shape definition and waistline and improved fitness and stamina. Don’t be put off by the name – there’s nothing distasteful about it - just lots of fun and a great way to burn calories plus it’s very addictive!
All ages and abilities welcome.You are never too old to Pole!!!“I love doing pole at Windmill, we have become like a family.  Everyone is very welcoming and we all enjoy our class.  There is never a dull moment.”Latisha “I’ve been taking pole dancing lessons here for nearly a year now and I love it.  I can now do moves I never thought I would do and it’s a great way to keep fit.”MelissaPregnancy YogaPregnancy yoga can contribute towards a healthy, vibrant pregnancy, enabling you to take time out for yourself and meet other pregnant mothers-to-be.The classes are designed to help women prepare not only for the big day of the arrival but also to make recovery post pregnancy quicker and easier. The focus is on softening as well as strengthening the body to help support the growing baby and provide a firm foundation as you transition through each phase of pregnancy.Practising breathing techniques encourages calmness mindfully and physically and promotes an internal connection with baby as well as greater sense of well-being. Meditation and relaxation allows both mother and baby to completely "let go" and have time out just to focus on yourself.No previous experience of yoga is necessary and mothers-to-be can start when they are safely into the second trimester and practice right up until their due date. Yoga contributes to a happy, healthy pregnancy for both mother and baby.“I did pregnancy yoga with Amanda till a week before my second baby was born. My practice helped me feel much stronger through this pregnancy compared to my first, yoga-less pregnancy. The pregnancy yoga exercises helped me tremendously to stay in control through my first stages of labour and my little one was out in 20 minutes once I was ready."SandraTenacious Training (not for the weak)For groups of up to six, Kristian McPhee’s Tenacious Training sessions are for men and women who want to be fit, healthy and strong.  Activities include functional training, bodyweight and weighted movements, circuit training, flexibility and strength training. A range of equipment is used including gymnastic rings, pull up bars, resistance bands, barbells, dumbbells, kettlebells, medicine balls and your own body! You don’t have to be physically strong to join this class, but having strength of mind is a definite plus as everyone likes to encourage one another to push themselves to achieve the best results.“I have been having training sessions with Kristian on a weekly basis for over 3 years now and cannot speak highly enough of him.   When I started I had no strength and could barely do a press up. Kristian is extremely knowledgeable and makes every session fun and varied while at the same time helping me to push myself to achieve whether it be lifting that bit more or doing those extra repetitions. His training has improved my strength all over, suppleness, posture, and muscle tone.  As an office worker, he has made me more aware of the need to keep my body in better shape and how to do this. I can now squat my own body weight plus a whole range of other moves I didn't know existed! I would be lost without Kristian’s help and never want to miss a class.”SineadUrban Jazz FusionIf you love dancing, music and dance exercises then this class is for you!  Urban Jazz Fusion is an exciting dance class that explodes in to a fusion of styles and takes you out of this world away from every day chores or stresses from work!  Dancing is a wonderful therapy for not only the body but the mind and soul as well, loosening, strengthening and toning the muscles throughout.This class will make you feel invigorated, allowing the chore of exercising to be a thing of the past.  It’s hard work – you’ll use muscles you didn’t know you had, but it’s also great fun and a brilliant laugh!  All ages and abilities welcome.  Trial sessions are available.“I thoroughly look forward to Thursday evenings at JAM2000. It's a great chance to unwind, have a boogie and a sing along with friends. Everybody is really friendly and welcoming, no matter how old or young you are. It's like a big family. It's a great workout and great fun at the same time. I couldn't live without it!”Emma “I love the adult Urban Jazz class.  Great exercise and such good fun.  Class tutor Judy is FAB!”DawnMiddlesex School of Complementary MedicineThe Middlesex School of Complementary Medicine (MSCM) is a centre of excellence within the field of complementary therapies.It offers 100 part-time mid week, weekend and evening courses and workshops throughout the year in a variety of subjects including Anatomy & Physiology, Massage, Aromatherapy, Reflexology, Sports Massage, Hopi Ear Candling, On-Site Chair Massage, Remedial Massage, Diet and Nutrition and many more.Since its foundation in 1992, MSCM has grown from strength to strength with more than 6000 professional therapists having been trained and attaining ITEC diplomas and post-graduate qualifications accredited by the leading UK professional bodies.MSCM enjoys an excellent reputation for the highest standards of tuition from highly qualified and experienced tutors, supportive and caring learning environment, reasonable fees and good pass rates which, together with a comprehensive curriculum, can fulfil all the requirements for a successful, interesting and rewarding career.For more information, please contact MSCM directly on
T: 0845 372 9899  W: www.mscm.co.ukYogaYoga comes from the Sanskrit word "Yuj" meaning to yoke, join or unite. This implies the joining or coming together of all aspects of the individual - body, mind, breath and soul - to achieve a happier, more balanced and fulfilled life.In these classes be prepared to:• Stretch• Strengthen• Pranayama - breathing techniques• Asanas - postures• Surya Namaskar - Sun Salutations• Energise and revitalise• Flow to music• Relax• Focus• Enjoy quiet time to meditatePlease bring your own yoga mat.“I have been going to Yoga sessions with Amanda for more than four years and I still can't stop thanking my stars for the day that I found her lovely classes! Amanda's classes are fun, energetic and invigorating, as well as calming and relaxing. Amanda is sensitive to our individual needs and encourages us to follow the pace of our own special bodies. We feel challenged without feeling pressurised. Classes always extend previous learning, and I love the new added twists to our regular postures every now and then! Amanda's enthusiasm is contagious! My personal favourite part of our classes is the beautiful philosophical touch (through poems, quotes and yoga literature) that make Amanda's classes more than just about postures. I happened to start Yoga with Amanda at a time when I felt very low, and I can say for sure that week after week, my practice with her has helped feel more at one with myself!"Susan