Improve flexibility

Flexibility is important as it improves posture and balance. Flexibility decreases the risk of injury and reduces muscular tension. At our MSJbalance Fitness classes, we embrace scientifically backed elements of Tai Chi and Pilates to achieve your flexibility goals. Our instructors provide options for newcomers so you can work at your own pace.

Reduce stress

Learning to control your breathing allows you to quieten your mind as you relax and stretch through our carefully structured MSJbalance Fitness routines. A recent study conducted by the University of Roehampton showed that a blend of Pilates, Tai Chi, and Yoga helps reduce symptoms of anxiety.

Strengthen the core

Working with your own body weight is a beneficial way of building strength and toning the body, in turn strengthening core muscles. Strengthening core muscles also trains the muscles in the lower back, pelvis, and hips which helps develop better balance and stability.

Stephen is a passionate fitness instructor with over 20 years experience.  Stephen is a certified Level 2 instructor and a member of The Chartered Institute for the Management of Sport and Physical Activity (CIMPSPA) and a certified Les Mills RPM, Sprint and Les Mills CORE instructor

A talented cyclist, Stephen was invited to the British Cycling Youth Squad at the age of 15. Before teaching fitness, Stephen was a martial arts Taekwondo instructor for 14 years where he gained the rank of fourth Degree Black Belt. Stephen uses his experiences to help build authenticity in his classes.

“I was a little nervous starting a new class I’d never done before, but I am so thrilled I pushed myself. Bodybalance Fitness classes heave really helped me feel freer within my own body, learning these different stretching techniques has most definitely helped me loosen tension in my muscles, particularly my back.”