Business Details
18 Years
experience
Your Trusted Pilates & Fitness Studio in Reading
Established in 2008, AC Fitness Training has been dedicated to enhancing individual health and fitness through Pilates-inspired exercise. Our fully equipped studio features advanced apparatus including Reformers, Trapeze-Tables, and Combo Chairs, enabling clients to regain core control and postural alignment. We collaborate with physiotherapists and GPs to address chronic joint pain and back issues, offering tailored solutions for rehabilitation and performance enhancement. Our Matwork classes cater to all levels, from beginners to advanced athletes, fostering community engagement in West Berkshire.With over two decades of dance and fitness expertise, our lead instructor Anna Cotgreave combines extensive qualifications with personalized programming to deliver safe, effective sessions. We prioritize individual progress through varied routines, anatomical precision, and holistic approaches that integrate flexibility, strength, and pain management. Our commitment to continuous professional development ensures clients benefit from evidence-based practices and specialized knowledge in musculoskeletal health.
Services
Pilates Classes
Personal Training
Matwork Classes
Sports Massage
Fitness Consultancy
Details
- Year established: 2008
Highlights and features
- We collaborate with physiotherapists and GPs for medical rehabilitation
- Our instructor holds advanced qualifications in dance science and Pilates
- Tailored programs address individual postural imbalances and pain management
- Studio equipped with professional-grade Pilates apparatus for comprehensive training
- Proven track record improving clients' mobility and quality of life
Associations and certifications
- Register of Exercise Professionals (REPS)
- Polestar Pilates
What people say
Improved posture
Vast pain relief
Tailored programmes
Increased mobility
Professional instruction
Services
Pilates Classes
Private and group sessions using professional equipment to improve core strength and postural alignment. Our classes combine resistance spring training with anatomical precision for enhanced movement efficiency. Clients benefit from personalized attention in small groups or one-to-one sessions.
Personal Training
Tailored exercise programs addressing individual health goals and physical limitations. Sessions integrate Pilates principles with sports science to enhance performance and prevent injuries. Focus on progressive conditioning for long-term strength and flexibility improvements.
Matwork Classes
Community-based classes following classical Pilates exercises with modern modifications. Instructors provide individual adjustments to ensure safe practice for all ability levels. Emphasis on accessible, low-impact movements for posture correction and rehabilitation.
Sports Massage
Targeted soft tissue therapy complementing Pilates training for injury recovery and muscle maintenance. Techniques address specific areas of tension while enhancing circulation and flexibility. Integrated approach supports overall physical performance and recovery.
Fitness Consultancy
Comprehensive evaluations guiding personalized exercise programs and rehabilitation plans. Services include posture analysis, movement pattern assessment, and goal-specific training recommendations. Combines medical collaboration with practical fitness expertise for optimal outcomes.
People
Anna Cotgreave
Pilates Instructor & Studio Owner
Qualified instructor with 20+ years dance and fitness experience. Holds advanced Pilates certifications from Polestar and REPS accreditation. Specializes in postural rehabilitation and sports performance enhancement through tailored exercise programs.
Questions
What Pilates equipment do you use?
We use Reformers, Trapeze-Tables, Combo Chairs, Ladder Barrels, and BOSUs to provide comprehensive Pilates training.
Can Pilates help with back pain?
Yes, our studio sessions improve core strength and posture, which clinical testimonials show significantly reduces chronic back pain.
Do you offer beginner Pilates classes?
We provide Matwork classes for all levels, with modifications ensuring safe participation for complete beginners.
How does your personal training differ?
Our programs combine Pilates principles with sports science, tailored to individual health histories and specific goals.
Are your instructors qualified?
Our lead instructor holds an MSc in Dance Science and is REPS-registered with Polestar Pilates certification.
What community services do you offer?
We deliver accessible Matwork classes in West Berkshire, making Pilates benefits available to diverse fitness backgrounds.
