The White Lotus Pilates And Wellness Centre

The White Lotus – Ethos

We are inspired by Nature. Nature gives us everything we need to heal and harmonise. It is only when we depart from this notion, that dis-ease and disharmony sets in.Here at The White Lotus we want to share this inspiration. We would like to help you foster that feeling of connection and balance on a deep level of Mind, Body and Spirit.The White Lotus Wellness Centre is located in the heart of Cape Town in a beautiful 3 level Victorian. Home to an experienced team of wellness professionals, we welcome you to explore the wide variety of therapies on offer, all under one roof.Acupuncture, Chinese Herbal Therapy, massage, Functional Medicine, Naturopathy, First Line Therapy, Osteopathy, Nutritional therapy, Shiatsu, Reflexology, Psychotherapy, Pilates, Yoga (Kundalini, Iyengar, Hatha) and Mindfulness Meditation.

The White Lotus Studio in Cape town offers group mat Pilates classes and private sessions with a STOTT and BASI certified instructor. Group mat classes and private (reformer) sessions are offered to all levels for fitness and rehabilitation.This Pilates technique focuses on the needs of the individual, be it for fitness, posture, pre- and post natal requirements, athletic performance or rehabilitation.

The Benefits of Pilates

Pilates conditions the whole body. The entire musculature is evenly balanced and conditioned. This is why so many professional sports teams and elite athletes now use Pilates as a critical part of their training regime. Modifications to the exercises allow for a range of difficulty, from beginning to advanced. Get the workout that best suits you now, and increase the intensity as your body conditioning improves. Pilates exercises focus on strengthening the body’s inner support system to attain maximum balance and alignment as well as correct muscle “firing” patterns. Re-train your body to attain more efficient patterns of motion – invaluable for injury recovery, sports performance, good posture and optimal health. The exercises develop core control by integrating the trunk, pelvis and shoulder girdle. By emphasizing proper breathing, correct spinal and pelvic alignment, and concentration on smooth, flowing movements, you become acutely in tune with your body. In Pilates the quality of movement is valued over quantity of repetitions.

Pilates for Injuries and Pathologies

A Physical Therapy approach to working with clients who have injuries, physical limitations, or movement dysfunctions. Focusing primarily on the cervical and lumbar spine, shoulder, hip, knee, ankle and foot. Specific injuries and pathologies, such as:

• disc disease and
• sacro iliac dysfunction
• sciatica
• post-surgical conditions
• rotator cuff syndrome
• tendinopathies
• Osteoarthritis
• Illiotibial Band Syndrome

YOGA – CAPE TOWN

Welcome to The White Lotus studio! Currently we have Kundalini Yoga, Iyengar Yoga, Hatha Yoga and Yin Yoga on offer at 79 Kloof street, Cape Town. Please click here for our timetable and contact all teachers directly to book a class.The light filled studio is located on the lower ground floor of The White Lotus Wellness Centre. As you enter the courtyard, note the signage to your immediate left and follow the steps down to the entry gate and ring the bell to gain access.Kindly contact the relevant yoga instructor directly to book your space in a class. Please note that space is limited, therefore booking is essential. Private sessions are also available on request.

What are the benefits of Yoga?

Regular practice of yoga can increase muscle strength, endurance and flexibility, reduce stress levels and encourage relaxation. Yoga is completely accessible to total beginners. The White Lotus in Cape Town is an intimate studio venue, that allows for personalised, individual attention, making it the ideal place to develop and grow in your yoga practice.