Pilates Stretching for Flexibility & Mobility

Name: Pilates Stretching for Flexibility & Mobility
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Gentle Home Stretching to Improve Mobility, Balance & Everyday Movement

Created byDr Michele du Plessis

Last updated 7/2026

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What you'll learn

Improve flexibility throughout your body
Overall Flexibility
Release muscle tension
Improve posture
Reduce stiffness
Increase range of movement
Develop better movement patterns
Improve body awareness
Support healthy joints
Build a consistent stretching routine

Course content

3 sections • 11 lectures • 4h 50m total length

Introduction0:37
Improve your day-to-day movement by enhancing joint range of motion through Pilates-inspired routines, offering a long stretch class or quick under-30-minute workouts for busy schedules.

Wall Stretch Class 23mins22:36
Improve your functional flexibility with a wall stretch class that blends a paced warm-up, core activation, hip and hamstring stretches, psoas release, twists, lunges, figure-four and inner-thigh opening.
Nerve Floss & Fascia Upper Body20:59
Improve neck and upper body mobility for functional flexibility through gentle nerve flossing and fascia release, with small movements, posture, breathing, and shoulder and jaw releases.
Dynamic Stretch Class 19 Mins18:46
Move through a dynamic stretch sequence to improve range of motion in the neck, shoulders, upper back, hips, and hamstrings with guided breathing.
Breath Work Stretch Class31:03
Guide your body through breath-work and stretch, using four-count inhales and exhales to open the spine, hamstrings, hips, and groin via cat-cow, forward folds, and hip stretches.
Towel Stretch Class16:07
Warm up with a towel or band and guide your joints through a full body mobility routine, focusing on shoulders, hips, and inner thighs with controlled stretches.
Band Stretch19:06
Warm up head to toe to loosen neck, shoulders, and spine, using bands for stretches, twists, and breathing to activate hips, legs, and core for class readiness.
Ball Stretch26:38
Use a stability ball to warm up with a vigorous bounce, balance drills, and dynamic arm circles, then progress to glute, back, chest, and neck stretches for flexibility.
Foam Roller Stretch20:34
Engage in a guided foam roller stretch routine to warm up the spine, hips, and shoulders, release fascia, roll the ITB, and open the chest.

Requirements

You may need a wall, door or cupboard door to lean on
Towel or band
There is one class with a ball that was added as a bonus class. If you don't have a ball feel free to skip this one
Another bonus stretch was added in with a foam roller. You can skip this class if you don't have a roller

Description

Welcome to Your Studio.

I'm Michele, and I'm delighted to guide you through another Pilates course designed to help you move with strength, confidence and ease.

In this course, you'll discover how gentle Pilates stretching can improve flexibility, increase mobility and help your body move with greater ease. Through carefully designed stretching routines, you'll release muscle tension, improve posture and develop better movement patterns that support everyday activities and your overall wellbeing.

Whether you're looking to complement your Pilates practice, reduce stiffness or simply feel more comfortable in your body, these guided sessions will help you become more flexible, mobile and confident in your movement.

What You'll Learn

Improve flexibility throughout your body
Increase mobility
Release muscle tension
Improve posture
Reduce stiffness
Increase range of movement
Develop better movement patterns
Improve body awareness
Support healthy joints
Build a consistent stretching routine

Are small movements giving you grief?

I stepped on the tiniest stone and twisted my ankle" I hear you.

When your ankle is locked tight it doesn't have any GIVE... This means when it's thrown a challenge it has no wiggle room to rebound back. Tightness causes ankle sprains.

One remedy is ankle circles, how delightful? A recovery method that is light and enjoyable.

I love teaching stretch classes, I find you feel taller and relaxed after a good stretch. If you are reading this...

Unclench your jaw
Take one incredibly slow long breath
Sink your shoulders out of your ears
Straighten your spine

Do you feel the incredible energy and mood lift you've just received? Our bodies are so primed in a state of stress and tension. This course is like giving your body the best hug of your life.

At Your Studio, we believe movement should help you feel stronger, move more freely and support your body for life.

Move Better. Feel Stronger. Live Well."

Who this course is for:

Beginners
Pilates students
Home exercisers
Office workers
Adults experiencing stiffness
Anyone wanting better flexibility
Anyone wanting improved mobility
Anyone looking for gentle stretching

Pilates Stretching for Flexibility & Mobility

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Course content

Introduction1 lecture • 1min

Short Stretch Sessions8 lectures • 2hr 56min

Full Length Stretch Classes2 lectures • 1hr 54min

Requirements

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