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Imagine an exercise program that you look forward to, that engages you,
and that leaves you refreshed and alert with a feeling of physical and
mental well-being. The
Pilates Method (pronounced pul-LAH-teez) of body conditioning will do
all this...and more.
Developed in the 1920s by the legendary Joseph H. Pilates, the Pilates
Method is an exercise system focused on improving flexibility and
strength for the total body without building bulk. After a month of
Pilates, people have tighter stomachs, firmer arms and legs, better
posture, and feel healthier and stronger—not wiped out.
“You will feel better in
10 sessions, look better in 20 sessions,
and have a completely new body in 30 sessions,”
Joseph Pilates
Pilates is effective, requires little time, and
delivers results. Our Pilates classes are group or private, mat and/or
equipment, from beginner Level 1 to Advanced. Complete course
descriptions follow:
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Absolute
Beginners Pilates Series
All
of our Beginner Pilates Introductions now take place in a semi
private setting using both mat and reformer instruction.
Limited to 4 people
6 week sessions
A 6 week series for new Pilates clients. Working
together in a small group of 4, you'll be introduced to
the beginner level Pilates mat and reformer exercises,
with emphasis placed on learning proper Pilates
breathing, developing "core" connection, strength,
flexibility and proper alignment.. You will begin to
understand how to access your Powerhouse muscles and
work to maintain that engagement through movement. You
will become familiar with your beginning safe ranges of
motion and how to tell when you're ready to increase the
challenge by increasing your range of motion. The
instructor will provide you with any modifications you
may need for weakness, injury or discomfort.
You will see incredible results with mat work but with the
added spring resistance of the reformer the outer limbs get
more toned more quickly and the apparatus adds variety and
aids with alignment and core stabilization.
It's truly the best way to experience the both the diversity
and depth of Pilates training.
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Mat Level 1(Introduction to Pilates
Mat)
Introduces the five basic principles of Pilates to help enhance
awareness of your breathing and postural alignment. You will learn the
initial Essential Mat repertoire, which is taught in layer one.
Modifications are given if needed to promote safety, success and to
prevent injuries from occurring.
Mat Level 2
The five basic principles are incorporated in the full
essential mat repertoire. The Essential Mat Repertoire is taught in
layers so that awareness of the mind and body is fully engaged and
increased strength, flexibility, stamina, proper breathing, endurance,
balance and neuromuscular coordination are attained. Students build on
the full Essential Mat so that layer one Intermediate Repertoire is
added.
Mat Intermediate
If you have been practicing Essential Mat (3 - 6 months) you
are ready for the Intermediate Mat class. The full intermediate Mat is
taught in sequence. This class may include the use of small equipment to
enhance understanding of mind/body awareness.
Mat Advanced(6 -12 months of Pilates
Mat Repertoire)
You will learn in layers the advanced Mat repertoire. The class may vary
from full Mat or include the small equipment to enhance awareness and
functional ability. This class improves overall strength, flexibility,
endurance, balance and coordination.
The use of the small equipment is incorporated in the Intermediate and
Advance Mat Classes. Small equipment includes: BOSU trainer, Arc
Barrels, Form Rollers, Flex Bands and Magic Circles.
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