Group classes

Pilates is a type of physical training that focuses on body and mind, posture, stability, coordination and breathing. It is an effective workout that both strengthens and stretches the different muscle groups to achieve a balanced and limber body.
The entire body is activated with Pilates but, above all, the stability of your torso – your so-called “core stability”  – is increased. “Core” refers to your torso or your centre point: a frame of muscles holding your back, belly and pelvic region in place.
This set of muscles plays an important role for many of your vital and functional movements. A strong, stable core will reduce your risk of injuries and that is why it is a good idea to train your torso stability. Every movement you make begins in the core of your body. A strong core will give you more power and balance for any activity. The exercises are designed to protect your back in your daily activities and reinforce a good posture.
The exercises are done primarily on a mat, whereby you train your body using the resistance and weight of your own body. The results are stronger core muscles, better posture, greater stability, added flexibility and better overall physical condition.
Joseph Pilates, the founder, named his method ‘The Art of Contrology’. He believed strongly in the principle that you can control the functioning of your body with your mind. That is why concentration is an essential part of pilates. For this reason, the classes do not make use of music. In a few cases, soothing background music will be used to improve the quality, atmosphere and dynamic of the class.

Pilates is also used during revalidation after sickness or chronic conditions. It helps support the recovery process after injury and physical discomforts. By now, the (para)medical world has discovered the favourable impact of pilates and advises more and more patients to do pilates.
For me, as a Mensendieck exercise therapist, this is one of the reasons that I advise patients to take pilates classes next to their treatment sessions. I see that it works!
For more information or to register, see Practical Information below.

CLASS SCHEDULE

Wednesday Class Location
16:00-17:00 Pilates 1 Huis van de Wijk Lydia
18:00-18:00 Pilates 2 Huis van de Wijk Lydia
Thursday
16:45 Yogalates Huis van de Wijk Lydia
17:45 Pilates 3 Huis van de Wijk Lydia

PRICES

Introductory class: €11
Semester 1: mid January/end of Christmas holidays – mid July/beginning Summer holidays
€297 for 1 class p/wk (€11 per class), €486 for 2 classes p/wk (€9 per class).
Semester 2: 1 September/end Summer holidays – mid December/beginning Christmas holidays
€176 for 1 class p/wk (€11 per class), €288 for 2 classes p/wk (€9 per class).

REVIEWS

– I always had serious back problems and went regularly to the physiotherapist. Since I began doing pilates, I haven’t gone back and I’d like to keep it that way. After 2 weeks of vacation, I begin to feel my back again. So my goal is to take as many pilates classes as I can.
– Thank you so much for all of your fun lessons. They have done me a lot of good. Even while moving heavy things, I didn’t feel my back at all. I can only guess that this is thanks to the pilates, and that’s wonderful.
– With every class, I realise once again how Pilates helps me to stay fit, flexible and focused.
– If you ever begin with a morning group, then I’ll be the first to sign up! I will miss the classes and they’ve helped me a great deal.
– Dear Geertje, pilates classes with you were better than any I’ve done before. I’m trying out Yoga and Body Balance now, but I still always miss your enthusiasm. 
– Of course I’m looking forward to the next semester of pilates. I enjoy the classes, but above all I can feel how good it is for my body. 
– Once again, thank you for 8 years of inspring pilates classes. It was also great to see how you have developed over the years into an experienced, skilled teacher with a lot of knowledge about how the body works. 
– A while ago, my husband gave me a pilates lesson book and dvd as a gift. This morning I played the dvd, but it doesn’t even compare to your lessons. So I prefer to look forward to your class again.
-Recently I joined two introductory classes with you: pilates and essentrics. Both were very good, especially the essentrics class was wildly dynamic!

Essentrics is a dynamic workout that strengthens and lengthens all of your muscles at the same time. This results in greater movement of the joints and long, trim muscles. It is a full-body technique that works through the different muscle groups to free up, strengthen and release tension from the muscles. The classes borrows flowing movements from tai chi in order to create health and balance, from the power techniques from ballet for long, slender and flexible muscles and from the healing principles of physiotherapy for a body free of pain.
Essentrics is based on eccentric muscle contractions. Eccentric training is active tensing of a muscle, while it is lengthened at the same time.

This class is suitable for you when you:
– want to enjoy a dynamic workout with motivating music.
– want to get your body in shape without lifting weights.
– want more flexibility and freedom of movement
– have stiff hips, shoulders or back and want to develop a greater range of motion.
– suffer from (past) injuries and are looking for a safe workout.
– are looking for a pain-reducing workout.
– want a good complementary activity to running, cycling or spinning.
– are training for a marathon or triathlon.

For more information or to register, see Practical Information.

CLASS SCHEDULE

Wednesday Class Location
17:00-18:00 Essentrics, Huis van de Wijk Lydia
On warm days, we may choose to train on other days in the park. This will be announced in advance by email. Be sure to take your own mat!

PRICES

Introductory class: €11
Semester 1: mid January/end Christmas holidays – mid July/beginning Summer holidays
€297 for 1 class p/wk (€11 per class), €486 for 2 classes p/wk (€9 per class).
Semester 2: 1 September/end Summer holidays – mid December/beginning Christmas holidays
€176 for 1 class p/wk (€11 per class), €288 for 2 classes p/wk (€9 per class).

REVIEWS

– I would love to join again on Wednesday for your fantastic essentrics class!
– I wanted to thank you so much for the wonderful classes, for how you teach and for everything else you do.
– My husband told me I was radiant when I got home.
– Your classes are so much fun, the time flies!
– I recently took part in two introductory classes: pilates and essentrics. Both are very good, but especially essentrics was wildly dynamic!
– Yes, I thought it was a really great class. A bit more ‘dance’ than the fitness training we did first, and luckily no steps to follow. Nice music, not your standard gym music! I’m looking forward to next week again.

Yogalates is a mix of pilates and yoga. Dynamic pilates exercises to strengthen your torso are alternated with yoga positions standing, sitting and lying down that focus on conscious breathing. Yogalates gives your body the benefits of both yoga and pilates: stronger muscles, improved posture, torso stability, better blood circulation, boosting the immune system, less tension-related pain and discomfort and, last but not least, relaxation and peace of mind.
For more information or to register, see Practical Information below.

CLASS SCHEDULE

Thursday Class Location
16:45-17:45 Yogalates, Huis van de Wijk Lydia

PRICES

Introductory class: €11
Semester 1: mid-January/end of Christmas holidays – mid-July/beginning of Summer holidays
€297 for 1 class p/wk (€11 per class), €486 for 2 classes p/wk (€9 per class).
Semester 2: 1 September/end of Summer holidays – mid-December/beginning of Christmas holidays
€176 for 1 class p/wk (€11 per class), €288 for 2 classes p/wk (€9 per class).

REVIEWS

– I think your classes are terrific.
– I want to come for another class! Did me a lot of good.
– I really enjoy the way you give the classes and that it supports my healing process and finding my balance again. 

A group class of Mensendieck is for those who are interested in actively  practicing according to the Mensendieck Method to prevent, minimise or learn to live with their pain or discomfort. The exercises are designed to both stretch and strengthen the muscles and to increase the freedom to move the joints. A lot of attention is given to your posture, movement, breathing and relaxation. We end every class with relaxation. Also, variations of the different exercises are explained so that you can always participate within your personal capabilities for movement and what is good for your body. The groups are kept small so that everyone receives personal attention throughout the class.
Everyone can participate at his or her own pace.

For more information or to register, see Practical Information below.

CLASS SCHEDULE

Thursday Class Location
15:45-16:45 Mensendieck, Huis van de Wijk Lydia

PRICES

Introductory class: €11
Semester 1: mid-January/end of Christmas holidays – mid-July/beginning of Summer vacation
€297 for 1 class p/wk (€11 per class), €486 for 2 classes p/wk (€9 per class).
Semester 2: 1 September/end of Summer holidays – mid-December/beginning of Christmas holidays
€176 for 1 class p/wk (€11 per class), €288 for 2 classes p/wk (€9 per class).

REVIEWS

– Over the years, you’ve become so specialised in elderly people who just get injured more often; and it just works so well. 
– I still do your exercises at home and that works great for me. Apparently, I was taught well so that I can easily reproduce them on my own. So, you did a good job, Geertje!
– I really want to thank you for the past few months: your lessons helped me a lot, and you were a wonderfully pleasant and capable instructor.

For more information or to register, see Practical Information below.

In this class, kids can discover their own feeling for dance. We spend a lot of time on stimulating creativity and motor development, musicality and improvisation. Also, we experiment with many different types of music and dance styles. Thes class is suitable for the ‘older’ three-year-olds and children up to six years old. To ensure personal attention and proper guidance for each child, the groups are kept small.

For more information or to register, see Practical Information below.

CLASS SCHEDULE

Wednesday Class Location
15:15-16:00 Kids dance, Huis van de Wijk Lydia
Friday
11:00-11:45 Kids dance, Huis van de Wijk Lydia

PRICES

Introductory class: €9
Semester 1: mid-January/end of Christmas holidays – mid-July/beginning of Summer holidays
€243 for 1 class p/wk (€9 per class)
Semester 2: 1 September/end of Summer holidays – mid-December/beginning of Christmas holidays
€144 for 1 class p/wk (€9 per class)

REVIEWS

– Even though we’ve moved and my daughter can no longer take part, I still always tell other about your classes.
– Guusje has always loved going to your classes. You’re a fantastic teacher.
– Carmen thought it was fantastic. She asked me again this evening when she could go again!
– Phine really enjoyed it a lot!
– My daughter keeps asking me if it’s Wednesday already so she can go to your ballet class.
– I admire the way you give your classes. 

REGISTERING

To register for a new semester of classes, you can send an email to info@notionformotion.nl, whereby you are required to pay for the full semester of classes and agree to the conditions described below. Joining after the semester has already begun is possible.
If the group is full when you register, then you will be placed on a waiting list. You will be contacted as soon as a spot becomes available. Participation in the course is entirely at your own risk. By registering, you agree to this.

PAYMENT

The payment for each semester can be transferred as a single payment, or in three separate payments during the semester. The amount can be transferred to bank account: NL46 RABO 0142 5203 57 i.n.o. GM Bakker with reference to the class you will be taking. In case you join later, you will be charged for the remaining classes only. If your health insurance covers a particular movement programme given by a certified paramedic, I can make an invoice and declare this with your health insurance provider for you. I cannot guarantee that your insurance will cover the costs.

CANCELLATION

Cancellation can be done by email. Restitution of past sessions is not possible. When the cause is (chronic) illness that lasts longer than one month, then participation can be cancelled in writing. The payment obligation expires at the moment of cancellation.
For this reason, should you fall ill, it is important to inform me as soon as possible. You will be charged for classes missed. Classes cannot be transferred to another individual.

WHAT YOU’LL NEED

For reasons of hygiene, it is a good idea to bring your own towel and, if possible, your own mat.

CLASS DISRUPTION

For classes that cannot be given by the instructor due to sickness and/or vacation, the class will be given by a substitute instructor, rescheduled or you will be reimbursed for the costs. In case not enough participants have registered, the instructor reserves the right to cancel the class without further obligation for compensation of damages or costs. Should the class be stopped after it has started because not enough participants show up, then the excess amount will be refunded. If the location suddenly becomes unavailable, then arrangements will be made for another location or the option will be given to cancel the course and the payment will be refunded.

SWAPPING CLASSES

If you miss a class, you can request your instructor via email to have the possibility to attend a class at another day or time within the same semester. Your instructor will see if there is a spot available. It is advisable to let the instructor know in advance if you cannot make it, so that he can notify others who may be able to take your place. This applies to all lessons: you can select a class from any of the different classes.

VACATION AND PUBLIC HOLIDAYS

In principle, the classes will take place on a weekly basis. No classes are given during school vacation and national holidays – as stipulated by the Ministry of Education – unless otherwise specified. Also, when the temperature outdoors is above 30 degrees, the class will be called off. Restitution of payment is in this case not possible. You will have the option to catch up by joining one of the adult classes.

CLASS SCHEDULE

Monday Class Location
19:00-20:00 Postnatal gym SAG De Honingraat, Slotermeerlaan 103
20:00-21:00 Prenatal gym SAG i.d.
Wednesday
10:00-11:00 Pregnancy pilates, t.b.d.
11:00-12:00 Postnatal pilates, t.b.d.
15:15-16:00 Dance for kids, Huis van de Wijk Lydia, Roelof Hartplein 2A
16:00-17:00 Pilates 1, idem.
17:00-18:00 Essentrics, idem.
18:00-19:00 Pilates 2, idem.
Thursday
15:45-16:45 Mensendieck Huis van de Wijk Lydia, Roelof Hartplein 2A
16:45-17:45 Yogalates, idem.
17:45-18:45 Pilates 3, idem.
Friday
11:00-11:45 Dance for kids, Huis van de Wijk Lydia, Roelof Hartplein 2A