Classes at TDR Academy

"To achieve the highest accomplishments within the scope of our capabilities in all walks of life we must constantly strive to acquire strong healthy bodies and develop our minds to the limits of our ability." Joseph Pilates

  • Please note - all our classes are IN STUDIO (max 8 spaces) and LIVE & ONLINE.

  • Our classes cater for varying levels of ability - please note before signing up to select the most suitable class for you.

  • If you have any injuries or medical conditions, speak with Tanya as you may still be able to attend classes.  1:1 sessions may be advised to ensure safe movements are planned and tailored to your needs for safe and effective progression.

  • Check out the class timetable for the full calendar of classes and to book in.

PILATES MAT CLASSES

Pilates Beginners / + - suitable for:

  • No exercise background

  • New to Pilates

  • Post Natal

  • Current injuries or medical issues (contact Tanya),

  • Everyone - to review the Pilates basics to aid developing consistency into an early intermediate level of practice.


Pilates Begin & Improve and + - suitable if:

  • Covered the Pilates fundamentals before and/or are currently exercising regularly

  • Done Pilates before and returning after a break

  • Want to recap and grow the basics to progress through all levels and build the challenge

  • Developing through some injuries (contact Tanya)

Pilates Improvers - suitable if:

  • You have covered the Pilates fundamentals before and are currently exercising regularly.

  • Recent practice is advised and assumes prior understanding of the Pilates concepts. This class has more movements at a faster pace with less rest poses and is generally more challenging.

  • Not suitable typically for injuries (contact Tanya)

YOGA CLASSES

Gentle Yoga - suitable for:

  • No exercise background

  • New to Yoga

  • Post Natal

  • Current injuries or medical issues (contact Tanya)

  • Everyone - moving at a slower pace, shorter holds of poses with more relaxation and breathwork

Yin Yang Yoga - suitable for:

  • Anyone, although may feel more challenging if not currently exercising

  • Developing modifications, progressing transitions and improving alignment

  • Developing some longer Yin pose holds

  • This class may not suitable if you have any current injuries

Yin Yoga Evenings (workshops organised periodically) - suitable for:

  • Complete beginners with no exercise background

  • New to Yoga

  • Some current injuries or medical issues (contact Tanya)

Poses are at a slow pace and very modifiable due to the slow meditative nature of these evenings.

Yoga Nidra Relaxation Evenings (workshops organised periodically) - suitable for anyone, whether in a hammock or on a mat!

AERIAL HAMMOCK CLASSES

Aerial Hammock - suitable for:

  • Anyone, although it may feel more challenging if not currently exercising.

  • Not suitable if you have any current injuries, have high blood pressure related issues, are pregnant or get travel sick.

  • This mellow paced class allows for modifications of Pilates and Yoga style movements and progression building to fun tricks!

Yoga Nidra Relaxation Evenings (workshops organised periodically) - suitable for anyone as resting in the fabric cocoon is sheer bliss! Optional or you can make a cosy mat to meditate in.

Want to Attend LIVE & ONLINE Classes at TDR?


If you want attend any classes ONLINE - here’s what you need to know!

The LIVE & ONLINE attendance is also coached - so I need to see you on your device - preferably side on if possible.

  • For attending classes ONLINE - download Zoom Cloud Meeting App onto a device (or zoom.us on a desktop), and sign up!

  • When you register for an ONLINE class you will be emailed the zoom link and password, to bring you to the sign in area and to the waiting room. Please read the email in full as it will help you setup and prepare for the class to ensure smooth running for everyone within the allocated class time. The link is also available in the Teamup APP - just go to schedule and the booked class and click the join meeting link.

  • Please note - the waiting room may not be available if Tanya is still finishing off teaching a previous class. It will be open as soon as Tanya sets up for the class you are booked in for.

  • For taking part online - check the ideal list of equipment preferred below. WE don’t use all equipment every session, but as it aids the practice, it can be used as needed to help your own body and practice, so best to have them handy! Tanya will advise at the start of class what you need and can adapt with.

  • If staying with us for classes for a while, we advise investing in some of the equipment below.

    Check out the online store for what Tanya has available to purchase and collect.

PILATES

  • Small soft inflatable ball (eg similar to a football size)

  • Stretchy band mid resistance level (mine are green)

  • Stretchy band stong resistance level (mine are black)

  • Resistance loop of mid to strong resistance (for leg work)

  • Massage spikey ball small (mine are purple and about 7cm)

  • Massage spikey ball large (mine are purple and about 9cm)

  • Foam roller (long enough to lie your head, spine and tail on)

  • Light dumbbells or light weighted balls (eg 1, 1.5 or 2 kg) (or water bottles or food tins)

  • 2 tennis balls (or 2 small spikey balls depending on firmness preferred over eg the pelvis)

  • Large stability ball (I will let you know when we will be using these a week ahead)

  • A Pilates magic circle (a green stretchy band and 1 yoga brick may substitute)

  • 1 yoga brick

  • 1 brush shaft/stick the length of the spine

  • A post or sturdy piece of furniture to loop a stretchy band around safely at waist/chest height and overhead height

YOGA

  • 2 yoga bricks (or 2 larger books to help raise the floor as needed)

  • Minimum of 2 yoga blocks or sufficient cushions to raise you up

  • Yoga belt

  • Blanket (may be used to help soften some positions)

  • Minimum of 2 cushions

  • Yoga bolster or softish long white foam roller (a blanket may be needed at times around it)

  • 2 tennis balls (or 2 small spikey balls depending on firmness preferred over eg the pelvis)

  • Massage spikey ball small (mine are purple and about 7cm)

  • Massage spikey ball large (mine are purple and about 9cm)

  • Eye pillow (optional if you like these in savasana)

AERIAL YOGA

  • Aerial Yoga Hammock (fitted securely)

  • 2 yoga bricks

  • Yoga belt

Made a decision to start your journey with TDR?

CLICK HERE to find out ALL the membership options, benefits and pricing, OR jump straight in with our entry membership!

  • Purchase a 6 week pass for either IN STUDIO attendance or ONLINE live attendance (or to receive class recordings).

  • Then select your dates and book into your choice of classes each week.

OR

1:1 or 2: 1 Private Sessions Available

  • If you don’t feel ready to jump straight into a class, you can book a private session to get you up to speed first - click here for more information.

  • You can also book in privately or for a commercial group booking for 3 or more - contact Tanya directly for options and prices.