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where we believe in a holistic approach to wellbeing achieving balance in all areas, from the mind to the body and the soul.
Pilates
Have you ever noticed that physical pain or lack of mobility impacts your mood as well as how you think about things, and vice versa? Then let us introduce you to Pilates.
The Pilates method is a mind-body centring technique that emphasises the importance of beginning movement from the central core of stability, the lumbo-pelvic region. Then, we adjust the intensity of each exercise through the use of differing limb movements and the use of Pilates equipment such as balls, and bands. Combining this with appropriate breathing and the essence of the mind-body technique, is Pilates. Strength, agility and muscle tone are greatly improved through use of Pilates renowned for its rehabilitative impact. However it's also an excellent preventative measure helping you develop a healthy baseline for better movement, posture and overall health and it is the perfect accompaniment to all sporting activities ensuring using a comprehensive range of muscles and movement.
We provide one to one sessions (at yours or ours) and classes locally. The Pilates taught is matwork exercises reviewed and approved by the APPI Physiotherapists. All levels of ability are catered for. Ikigaiwellbeing also specialises in Pre and Post Natal Pilates; Kids and Teens Pilates. Contact us for info E: ikigaiwellbeing@hotmail.com T: 07595 436272
Our Offer
Matwork Pilates one : one
at yours or ours or online
Enjoy the luxury of one:one instruction from beginners to advanced, we tailor the session to suit your requirements.
Our Pilates offer mindfully focuses on core stability, flexibility, movement and strength. Balancing posture pilates helps prevent injury and supports recovery providing an excellent foundation and compliment to all sporting activity as well as every day tasks.
An initial 1 hour discussion, assessment and introduction to Pilates fundamentals is required.
Matwork Pilates Classes
Currently general Matwork Pilates classes are available in Dunkeld at the Duchess Anne Hall, Tuesday evenings, 5.30pm - 6.30pm and 6.30pm - 7.30pm.
All levels are catered for. The instructor will offer options in most exercises to ensure you work within your own limits and abilities. She will introduce the use of equipment to increase or decrease intensity of exercise.
You will learn the fundamentals and be reminded of Pilates technique every step of the way.
Each week will be a new experience, no 2 classes are ever the same.
Reiki Healing
Why not feed the soul with some reiki? This 1 hour session enhances deep relaxation enabling relief from everyday stressors at work or at home. Stress activates the inbuilt fight or flight mechanism to protect us from harm. Stress also produces cortisol, too much of which can lead to fatigue, migraine, hypertension, aches and pains, the list goes on!
So pop along to our reiki room for a detoxing, de-stressing, peaceful experience enabling reiki energy to go where it needs to for healing and balance.
Coaching
Feeling stuck and unsure what to do next? Our coaching service offers an opportunity for reflection, supported deep thinking, with carefully constructed questions to help you find your solution. Whether your resilience is being impacted, you're stuck at work or in any area of your life, talk it through and you will find your own way forward.
We offer face to face coaching or online, whichever works best for you with our fully qualified coach and resilience practitioner.
Special Deals
We aim to provide wellbeing services which are as affordable as possible.
Pilates classes buy a block and save £1 each class.
Pilates 1:1s buy intro plus 5 sessions and get 6th free;
Reiki buy 5 and get 1 free;
Coaching - you may need 5 or 6 sessions or you may find your way forward with only one session. If you do need 6 the last one is on me!
Telephone 07595 436272 to book or
Gift Vouchers available
A thoughtful gift for a partner, friend, or family member!
Simply decide the value of your voucher and the recipient can book themself in for the service they prefer or even chose a variety of all 4.
Email or call to purchase.
E: ikigaiwellbeing@hotmail.com T: 07595 436272
Dunkeld Wellbeing Escapes
How about a break away with friends?
Our wellbeing escapes offer all of the above and more! At ikigai wellbeing we take wellbeing seriously but importantly we also know how to have fun.
We offer a three night escape with a range of activities for you and your friends to participate in. Along with our Pilates, reiki, coaching and nutrition workshops we can also provide meditations, yoga, sports massage, personal resilience workshop and a little of the unexpected, tarot readings with Northern Angel.
What have we missed? We believe catering for your own wellbeing means doing the things you love so,
if you don't see it here let us know, we can accommodate most requests.
It's all good fun and we will ensure there is plenty of time for you to take in the beauty of Dunkeld & Birnam (recently voted the Best Place to Live in Scotland, Sunday Times), browse in the variety of artisan indi shops and have a glass of wine or two in the local bars on the banks of the Tay plus sample some of the exquisite dining experiences on offer.
The perfect treat for special occasions.
Contact us to discuss requirements, plan your dates and accommodation. Min 6 and max 12 per party.
Request a quote.
Your horses and ponies are now catered for too. Excellent facilities provided and acres of of lovely hacking tracks to access. Contact for more info.
About ikigai wellbeing
Our mission
Gillian Reeves
We believe everyone should have the opportunity to improve their health and wellbeing, regardless of social status. ikigai wellbeing will provide services which nourish the mind, strengthen the body and feed the soul, at the most affordable prices possible.
After almost 30 years working in a large corporate organisation I knew I needed a new focus. I worked in organisational development and during the pandemic I supported circa 6000 colleagues with their wellbeing. Once things returned to a normal of sorts, I knew it was time to move on, I needed to re-find my ikigai, my purpose. So I've concentred on my passions, fitness and wellbeing.
Exercising has always worked for me and helped me maintain balance especially when life is tough and I firmly believe Pilates is the ideal compliment to any sport, providing core strength, is essential for movement and overall body strength and importantly provides exercise for rehabilitation purposes (or indeed preventative measures). I trained as a Comprehensive Matwork Pilates Instructor with world renowned Australian Physiotherapy and Pilates Institute.
Reiki, an ancient Japanese healing system and spiritual practice, offers such a lovely energising treatment and the testimonies below speak to that. Reiki can help you reach an inner state of harmony on many levels: physical, mental and emotional. I trained as Reiki Practitioner with Yasashi Healing and am a member of the UK Reiki Federation.
And coaching, if you're not familiar with it, give it a go, it can be life changing at best or enlightening at least. Additionally you may need a resilience boost. I have a range of models and tools to share to help you reach your own solutions (I don't give you advice, you find your own) or re-think your personal resilience. My Advanced Diploma in Coaching is accredited by both Association for Coaching and International Coach Federation. My practice is grounded in transactional analysis and I use a psycho dynamic approach, based on the work of Carl Jung and Eric Berne.
I also trained as a Systemic Team Coach and a Resilience Practitioner accredited by Academy of Executive Coaching.
Collectively, this little offer will help you find your ikigai, your purpose, your 'reason d'etre', literally your reason for being, "the secret to a long and happy life".
(Other qualifications include: Post Grad in Human Resource Development; Honours Degree Business Studies; Insights Discovery Practitioner. )
Coaching Profile
About coaching
Coaching offers a quiet space, time to think, to talk through your challenges and opportunities, to consider what might be getting in the way for you taking the next steps, and to explore the options open to you. It is a non-directive process involving a structured conversation which provokes reflection; increases awareness and self-awareness; and helps provide clarity of options for the way forward.
How we’ll work together
I will provide a confidential, supportive environment. Using curiosity and my empathetic, non-judgemental approach, I’ll listen to you and offer feedback on what I’m hearing and noticing. I may offer respectful challenge in a supportive manner and always for growth. Using a psychodynamic approach I will raise your awareness by sharing psychological theories such as Transactional Analysis and other concepts, helping you to better understand own thinking patterns and behaviours. We will also work together to consider your options for moving forward. You simply have to come along with openness, positive intent and a will to follow through on your options.
My interest is very much in people, supporting their development and wellbeing, in group dynamics and leadership styles, as well as working through change and personal resilience.
I began my coaching journey in 2014 and having coached others from a range of public sector organisations and across all levels including senior management, as well as receiving coaching in my continuing developmental journey, I have witnessed first-hand the future focused empowering effect coaching has.
If you’d like to have an informal chat, you can contact me at:
E: greeves009@gmail.com T: 07595 436272
Pilates classes - tell us what you think
We would love to offer Pilates classes in your area so you can exercise with your friends. If you think there might be an interest in your locality, let us know at E: ikigaiwellbeing@hotmail.com
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TESTIMONIALS
What are clients are saying:
I felt so down with ongoing back pain and after 3 reiki sessions I feel like a different person. Each time the relief from pain has lasted longer and much more manageable. You have a gift, thank you for sharing it.
Laura Hughes
My reiki treatment was wonderful, so relaxing, it took me to another world. There is just something about you and the atmosphere in the Reiki Room.
Thank you.
Natalie Low
I felt I was in safe hands, you are a skilled Pilates Instructor and mentor of body work. I trusted in you and were able to help me take exercise for back pain to the next level!. For the first time in months my back feels free. Thank you
