Get strong and flexible with our Pilates Holidays

July 7, 2023

Welcome to our world of Pilates holidays, where fitness, flexibility, core, relaxation and rejuvenation merge into a retreat. During a Pilates Retreat, Pilates will be the main activity with daily sessions of Pilates classes. Imagine immersing yourself in the tranquil surroundings of picturesque landscapes, embracing the essence of mind-body connection and enhancing your physical strength and mental well-being. Whether you're a Pilates enthusiast or a curious beginner, Pilates holidays offer the perfect blend of exercise, mindfulness and vacation bliss. Pilates is a renowned exercise method that brings a multitude of benefits for both the body and mind. With its emphasis on core strength, flexibility and controlled movements, Pilates offers a holistic approach to fitness and overall well-being. Whilst yoga focuses on improving flexibility, Pilates movements focus on relaxing and strengthening them. When practiced together, they can help build a healthy, strong, lean and flexible body.

This is why we love Pilates:

Pilates focuses on strengthening the deep muscles of the core, including the abdominal, back and pelvic muscles. By building core strength and stability, Pilates helps improve posture, balance and overall body alignment.
Pilates is designed to lengthen and stretch the muscles, promoting flexibility and joint mobility. Regular practice of Pilates can help increase your range of motion, making everyday movements easier and reducing the risk of injuries.
Pilates exercises focus on maintaining proper alignment and spinal mobility. As you strengthen the core and improve body awareness, you naturally develop better posture, which can alleviate pain and tension in the neck, back, and shoulders.
Pilates targets all major muscle groups, promoting overall muscle tone and strength. It helps sculpt and define the muscles without adding bulk, resulting in a lean and toned physique.
Pilates exercises are low-impact and gentle on the joints, making them suitable for individuals of all fitness levels and ages. The controlled movements and focus on core stability can help prevent injuries and aid in the rehabilitation of certain musculoskeletal conditions.
Pilates incorporates breathing techniques and mindful movement, promoting relaxation and reducing stress. It encourages a deeper mind-body connection, helping you to be present in the moment and cultivate a sense of inner calm and balance.
Regular Pilates practice stimulates circulation, improves oxygen flow and boosts energy levels. The combination of physical movement, breath control, and mental focus can leave you feeling invigorated and revitalized.

It's time to escape the daily grind, reset your body and nurture your soul! Join us on our Pilates holidays and discover your inner balance. Immerse yourself in a supportive and nurturing environment, you'll be guided by experienced instructors who will tailor the Pilates sessions to your individual needs and ensure a safe and enjoyable experience.

Discover our invigorating Pilates destinations:

Badhotel Domburg, The Netherlands

Debbie Jenner is a true Pilates guru. Since 2000, Debbie has been active in introducing the Pilates Method in the Netherlands through her Ground Control-PILATES training & school. Her Pilates journey started in the early '80s, when she took Pilates classes in London and Los Angeles and then opened her very first Pilates studio (with mat and reformers) in the Netherlands in 2000. It can be said that Debbie Jenner introduced Pilates in the Netherlands. Together with Nannet van der Ham, lifestyle coach and Pilates teacher, Debbie gives a weekend retreat full of Pilates classes in the beautiful Badhotel Domburg hotel (Zeeland). This 'Debbie & Nannet Pilates' Retreat' once a year provides stretches, hikes and fan-tas-tic Pilates classes.

Absolute Sanctuary, Thailand

Absolute Sanctuary, nestled amidst the serene surroundings of Koh Samui, offers one of the best Pilates health retreats in Asia. The programs are ideal for both Pilates beginners or advanced fans alike, Absolute's Pilates Reformer Bootcamp holiday programs will get you long, lean & toned with 2 group reformer classes daily and individual one-to-one private reformer sessions. Their all-inclusive package also incorporates Absolute Sanctuary’s signature offerings such as a wellness consultation, soothing massages to knead away tense muscles and scheduled group fitness classes. Pilates Reformer Bootcamp programs are available for 5 or 7 days. Your body will transform before your eyes!

Shanti-Som, Spain

Shanti-Som is one of those secluded little gems with a personal touch and friendly staff. Great bonus here: they offer Pilates Retreats with different styles, to try and see what suits you best. Cadillac Reformer, Wunda Chair, Pilates on the mat or Aereal pilates (!). All of those styles are accessible to everyone and divided into different levels suitable to the needs of each person. Create body awareness with low impact movements that require flexibility, muscular strength and endurance. This helps to prevent injuries and relieves back pains. Additionally, Pilates can strengthen the lumbo-abdominal area, to gain psychological well-being, reduce anxiety, depression and insomnia, strengthen the pelvic area, reduce digestive discomfort and constipation, and strengthen the muscles of the legs and body. More importantly, it helps to maintain weight.

Boshotel Vlodrop, The Netherlands

Join us for a transformative PureandCure Pilates weekend at Boshotel Vlodrop, where nature's embrace and mindful practices converge to create a sanctuary of well-being. Immerse yourself in the serenity of this forest retreat. Replenish your spirit, reconnect with your inner self and leave with a renewed sense of balance, harmony and vitality. Beyond PIlates classes, led by PureandCure’s expert team of Pilates instructors - Boshotel Vlodrop offers an array of exceptional amenities to support your well-being. Indulge in the hotel's tranquil spa, where you can unwind with soothing massages, relax in the sauna or take a dip in the refreshing pool.

COMO Shambhala Estate, Bali

Como Shambhala Estate is set on a sprawling jungle sanctuary and, with pretty much year round good weather, your Pilates holiday will be both indoors and outdoors. In-between workouts, the resort has a revitalising Spa and invigorating vitality pool to freshen up and relax. This 5-star health resort is great for couples and solo travellers, who want to challenge themselves. They include Mat Pilates and Cadillac Reformer, but The Estate also offers Pilates Rehabilitation. The purpose of this Pilates class is to address imbalances in the body that may have resulted from a physical injury. The class will teach exercises that help strengthen supporting muscles that surround the affected area, with take away exercises to continue when you get back home. In house they have their Pilates expert to assist the client with their need.

Kamalaya, Thailand

Kamalaya Resort in Thailand offers invigorating Pilates experiences with both Mat and Reformer classes. You can enjoy expert instruction with 'Pilates on the Mat' classes focussing on core strength and flexibility, while Pilates Reformer classes provide a balanced, full-body workout using specialized equipment. Kamalaya's offers not only a gym with state-of-the-art (cardio) equipment, weights and a variety of fitness tools, but also a separate Pilates reformer studio.

Euphoria Retreat, Greece

Euphoria Retreat in Greece offers invigorating mat Pilates classes. We can tailor your Pilates holiday to your preferences, with each day featuring customized Pilates sessions led by expert instructors. Amid Greece's beautiful landscape, you can strengthen your core, improve flexibility, and relax through mindful movement. This retreat seamlessly combines Pilates excellence with holistic Health & Wellbeing, creating a enriching escape in the heart of the Mediterranean.

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Marleen

This blog is written by Marleen, the founder of PureandCure.com. She travels around the world in search of the best Health & Wellbeing Hotels, Spas and Retreats and shares her know-how, experiences and observations through her blogs.