Technique and Form

Technique and Form

Mat Roll Up Technique from Supine to Seated with Precise Breath

18 October 2026  ·  5 min read

The Mat Roll Up takes you from lying down to seated using spinal articulation and breath control. You roll up vertebra by vertebra while exhaling steadily. Practice it in group matwork classes at Pilates Academy Arjan to build core control.

Technique and Form

Reformer Elephant Variation Form for Posterior Chain Activation

17 October 2026  ·  5 min read

The Reformer Elephant variation targets your posterior chain through precise form on the full apparatus at Pilates Academy Arjan. You position hands and feet on the footbar while keeping hips lifted to engage hamstrings, glutes and back extensors. Instructors explain the anatomy to ensure correct activation in small group classes capped at five.

Technique and Form

Fuse Ladder Single Arm Press Form for Unilateral Shoulder Work

16 October 2026  ·  5 min read

Learn the correct form for the single arm press on the Fuse Ladder at Pilates Academy Arjan. This exercise builds shoulder stability through unilateral work. Instructors explain the anatomy to help you maintain alignment in small group classes.

Technique and Form

Wunda Chair Swan Dive Preparation for Back Extension with Controlled Breath

14 October 2026  ·  5 min read

Prepare for Wunda Chair Swan Dive by building back extension strength and breath control. This classical Pilates sequence uses the Chair to develop controlled spinal movement. You progress step by step in small Arjan group classes for safe form.

Technique and Form

Reformer Mermaid Exercise Alignment for Rib Cage Placement and Hip Opening

13 October 2026  ·  5 min read

The Reformer Mermaid exercise requires precise alignment to maintain rib cage placement while opening the hips. You position yourself sideways on the carriage with feet against the shoulder rest. Instructors at Pilates Academy Arjan emphasise anatomical cues for safe execution in group classes.

Technique and Form

Chair Pike Progression Technique for Hamstring Lengthening and Core Strength

13 October 2026  ·  5 min read

You learn the Chair Pike progression to lengthen your hamstrings while building core strength. This classical Pilates exercise uses the Wunda Chair apparatus with specific form cues. In small group classes at Pilates Academy Arjan, instructors guide you through anatomy and technique.

Technique and Form

Fuse Ladder Mermaid Stretch Form for Lateral Flexibility in Small Dubai Groups

13 October 2026  ·  5 min read

The Fuse Ladder Mermaid Stretch builds lateral flexibility through controlled side bending. You position yourself against the ladder for support in small group classes at Pilates Academy Arjan. Instructors explain the anatomy to refine your form during these sessions capped at five people.

Technique and Form

Reformer Long Stretch Series Technique for Full Body Connection in Arjan Group Classes

12 October 2026  ·  5 min read

The Reformer Long Stretch Series builds full body connection through precise alignment and breath coordination. In Arjan group classes, you learn the technique with instructor guidance on anatomy. This exercise sequence strengthens from arms to legs while maintaining core stability.

Technique and Form

Fuse Ladder Arm Series Technique for Shoulder Endurance

9 October 2026  ·  5 min read

The Fuse Ladder Arm Series builds shoulder endurance through controlled movements on the Fuse Ladder at Pilates Academy Arjan. You perform pressing and pulling actions while maintaining spinal alignment. Instructors explain the shoulder anatomy involved. This suits group classes capped at five people.

Technique and Form

Wunda Chair Push-Up Progression for Upper Body Strength

9 October 2026  ·  5 min read

Pilates Academy Arjan teaches Wunda Chair push-up progressions to build upper body strength using classical apparatus. You start with basic knee-supported versions and advance to full push-ups with controlled form. Instructors explain the anatomy of shoulder and chest engagement. Small group classes ensure personal attention during these exercises.