Jane Bright Wellbeing - Pilates, Reiki, Community

Exciting news to share! 🎉

​Following the fantastic work by Anna Rita Iris and Amy Hebben-Wadey in setting up the free Eastbourne Menopause Support Group last year, Jane Long and I are thrilled to be joining the team as Volunteer Events Curators this September! 🥰

​Our goal is to keep hosting smooth, supportive, and menopause-focused monthly meetings where women can openly share their journeys.

​📅 Next Meeting: 18th September

Book via Menopause Support Group

Hope to see you there! x

It’s time to say a fond farewell to my lovely Friday morning class at Pevensey Bay, which I’ve been covering for Tracy at Eastbourne and Pevensey Pilates 🥹

​Thank you so much for all the hugs and warm wishes yesterday 🤗 I’ve truly loved teaching and getting to know every one of you. I really hope to bump into you around town, or see you if I cover Tracy’s Monday morning classes in the future! 🤞

​As one chapter closes, a new one begins! I’m excited to be starting a BRAND NEW Friday morning Pilates class for the Old Town community at Eden Blue Centre from 9:30am–10:30am 💙

​That said, I’m definitely going to get Pevensey Bay withdrawal symptoms... so don’t be surprised if you catch me lurking in the car park at 11:40am just to check you’re all behaving yourselves! (Plus, any excuse to grab an iced decaf oat latte and an almond croissant from Ocean View Bakery & Restaurant and go for a swim!) 🥐☕️🏊‍♀️

Last night was so lush! 🍾 Beyond grateful for clear blue skies and that crisp, fresh air after the rain. 😎

Loved moving with you all and catching up over Prosecco, NoSecco, and a bite to eat afterwards!🧘‍♀️✨️

​Hoping we get a couple more warm park nights in before the end of summer! Don't forget, classes are back in September 💖🤸‍♀️

💖 keep that holiday vibe! 😎

Flooding hits East Sussex village after heavy rain

💪 Pilates isn't just about stretching… it's about getting stronger...💪

There’s some really interesting research around strength training and injury prevention that got me thinking about what we actually need from exercise as we get older.

Two systematic reviews found that strength training can play an important role in reducing the risk of both acute and overuse injuries. One review found that increasing the amount and intensity of strength training was associated with a lower risk of injury, while another looked specifically at lower-limb overuse injuries and the benefits of strengthening.

So what does this have to do with Pilates?

Quite a lot! 👇

Pilates can be a great way to incorporate progressive resistance and strengthening into your week — particularly for the:

🦵 legs
🍑 glutes
💪 arms and shoulders
🧍‍♀️ trunk and core

But it's not just about building strong muscles.

Pilates also challenges balance, coordination, control and movement quality — all things that can help us feel more capable and confident in our bodies.

And this becomes particularly important as we move through our 40s, 50s, 60s and beyond.

We want strong bodies that can cope with real life — walking, running, gardening, dancing, riding, cycling, lifting shopping, playing with the grandchildren, getting up and down from the floor… and doing all the things we enjoy. 👩‍🌾💃🛍🏋‍♀️🏃‍♀️🥾🚶‍♂️

❤️ Pilates isn't just about being flexible.

It's about building a body that is strong, capable and ready for life.

And the best bit?

You don't have to be super fit, flexible or sporty to start.

You just need to start where you are. 🫶

📩Dm me to find out how you can start ⏬️

📚 Research:
Lauersen et al. (2018), *British Journal of Sports Medicine* — strength training and sports injury prevention.

Hameed et al. (2024) — strengthening and lower-limb overuse injuries.



Thanks to unsplash for the images 🙏

Pilates and Prosecco (and Nosecco) tonight! 6-7pm Gildredge Park if rain stops or Eden Blue if still raining. Dm me to be kept up to date on venue confirmation!

£12 or included as part of your summer class pass

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*Tonight 6-7pm! At Gildredge park if rain stops, Eden Blue if it doesn't! Dm me to keep informed of venue confirmation!*

Pilates and Prosecco 🥂🫶

Unwind this week with movement, sunshine, and a celebration of summer! 🥂🌞

Join us for a special Pilates & Prosecco session in the park—a full-body flow followed by a chance to relax and catch up or meet new friends 🧡

📅 Wednesday, 19th August
⏰ 6:00 PM – 7:00 PM
📍 Gildredge Park (near the Manor House) under the shade of the 🌳

💳 Investment: £12 pay-as-you-go, or fully included with your Summer Class Pass

What to Bring:
Your own mat and water bottle 🧴
Nibbles for after class if you’d like to picnic! 🧺

Prosecco and delicious non-alcoholic alternatives are provided for a post-class toast 🥰

Spaces are limited to ensure everyone gets plenty of room to move and a cup! Send me a direct message to reserve your spot - 07802 400726. Let me know if you need a spare mat.

Jane Bright Wellbeing - Pilates, Reiki, Community Pilates classes and privates one-to-ones ✨️

Pilates classes Old Town, Eastbourne & Pevensey Bay 💙

Also available for class cover. 🙂

Volunteer Events Curator for Eastbourne Menopause Support Group 😊

profile pic: Denis Altindas