Student Story: Dance
Kate explains that according to the Chantraine School everyone has something to bring to dance, and there’s a lot to gain from it too… Name: Kate Pettigrew Institution: Chantraine Dance of Expression and School of Dance ‘I started classes two years ago and since then have revelled in two years of learning. Chantraine believes that everyone can bring something to dance – you don’t have to be young or fit, although if you dance with Chantraine you will be fit and flexible fairly soon! The School is based in Paris and is guided by...

Subject Focus: Life and Soul of the Pilates
With celebrity followers from Pippa Middleton to Hugh Grant, and the NHS adopting them to cure back pain, pilates are becoming increasingly popular. Here are the top ten things to think about when choosing a pilates class:   1. Group classes or individual private pilates lessons? Obviously, the latter comes with a larger price tag, but can be beneficial if you feel you need more time and attention. Group sessions on the other hand can provide an opportunity to socialise as well as get fit.   2. Instructor. Mary Clarke-Mills from Pilates4Life has been...