Pilates for Back Pain
Gentle Online Classes for Women Over 40
Joint-friendly Pilates for a stiff, achy back, at home, in as little as 20 minutes. No jumping, no rushing. Build a stronger, more supported back, so getting out of bed, gardening and travel feel easier again.
7 days free, then $24.99 CAD a month. Cancel anytime.
Most women with back pain think they have two choices: rest it, or push through it.
But here's the truth:
→ Resting too long leaves your back stiffer
→ Stretching alone doesn't last without stability work
→ Pushing through pain makes it hard to stay consistent
→ Hard workouts can leave your back sorer than when you started
Why my classes feel different for your back
Every class follows the same three steps. First we realign: gentle movement for a stiff spine and hips. Then we stabilize: work the deep muscles that support your back, so the overworked ones can let go. Then we strengthen your core, glutes and upper back, so your back has support for everything you do.
Many members tell me their back feels looser within the first week.
In a few weeks, your back can start to feel different.
• Less stiffness when you get out of bed
• Sitting for longer without aching
• Bending and lifting with more confidence
• A stronger core that supports your back
• Trusting your body again
This isn't about pushing through pain. It's about building a back that feels supported.
"Your classes have literally changed my life. I no longer have to list chronic back pain as a problem after 30 years."
– Jill C.
Less stiffness
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More Support
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Stronger core
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Better posture
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Moving with ease
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Less stiffness → More Support → Stronger core → Better posture → Moving with ease →
What’s Included:
Healthy Back Classes →
Classes designed to release tightness and strengthen your back, core and hips
200+ Online Pilates Classes →
15 to 55 minutes, including standing classes with no floor work
Weekly Plan + Live Classes →
Always know what to do next, and ask me about your back live on Zoom
Try it free for 7 days
Start with the Healthy Back classes and notice how your back feels by the end of the week.
7 days free.
Then $24.99 CAD a month.
Cancel anytime.
Meet Your Instructor
I'm Christine Kirkland. I've taught Pilates to hundreds of women in their 40s, 50s, 60s and beyond, and many of them arrived with a back that had bothered them for years.
I won't ask you to push through pain. We start by moving your spine gently, then build the strength that keeps it feeling good.
Frequently Asked Questions
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Many women in my studio find their back feels looser and stronger with regular Pilates. Every back is different, though. If your pain is new, severe or getting worse, see your doctor or physiotherapist first.
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Check with your doctor or physio before you start, and ask what to avoid. Every class has modifications, and you can ask me questions by email or in the monthly live class.
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If a movement hurts, skip it or use the modification I show. You should feel your muscles working, not pain in your back.
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No. There are standing classes with no floor work, so you can start there.
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15 to 55 minutes. Most women start with 20-minute classes, three or four times a week.
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No. These classes support general movement, mobility and strength. If you're managing a specific condition, follow your healthcare provider's guidance.
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Your membership continues at $24.99 CAD a month. Cancel anytime from your billing page before the trial ends and you won't be charged.
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That’s entirely up to you.
Some women repeat the series, others use it as a foundation for ongoing movement, and some decide to continue inside the full studio when they feel ready. There’s no pressure either way.
This series stands on its own.
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Try the free 5-Day Mobility Reset: five short classes for a stiff spine, upper back, hips, neck and shoulders.
Start where you are.
Your back can feel better.