Tai Chi with Aaron Crawford   Tues. 7:30                                                                                                                                

Tai chi, which originated in China as a martial art, is a mind-body practice in complementary and alternative medicine (CAM). Tai chi is sometimes referred to as "moving meditation"—practitioners move their bodies slowly, gently, and with awareness, while breathing deeply. Tai chi’s roots is in martial arts and the moves with wonderful names like "part the horses mane" are at the heart of attack and defense. Either way, the slow and fluid movements of tai chi require concentration, control, co-ordination and balance. This combination of mental and physical activity works to harmonize the mind, body and spirit and promotes feelings of wellbeing. This makes tai chi an excellent choice for people who are bored by the repetitive nature of many other exercise systems. Tai chi exercises make an ideal complement to other sports such as golf, or other martial arts training as a warm up or warm down technique.

Stability Chair Small Group Classes forming Now!                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                      The Pilates Studio is always inspired to be innovative for our clients in our fitness programming.  With that in mind, this Fall we are introducing Pilates Stability Chair Small Group classes (limit of 6 in each class).  The Stott Stability Chair is a complete redesign of Joseph Pilate’s original, and vastly increases the number of exercise options to students in one session such as, many of the exercise possibilities of the Cadillac, Reformer and Ladder Barrel.  The Chair sequences begin with a mat repertoire warm up based on level and then onto the equipment.  The choreography consists of arm work, leg work,  foot work, abdominal strengthening, and rotation.  Standing, prone, supine, kneeling and lateral exercises are possible, along with rotational work.  The Chair’s shape reinforces upright alignment when seated, encouraging increase targeting of core muscles.  The teacher customizes the exercise experience to fit the needs of the small group class.  Cues are given for your specific body and the teacher provides detailed, hands-on instruction to help you achieve the best possible results.  The Stability Chair’s versatility is unique in that it can be one of the most difficult and challenging pieces of equipment you will encounter, while also easily modifiable and adaptable to people with special physical conditions and the underconditioned.  Experience a great workout as you focus on alignment, flexibility in motion, and balanced muscular development.  We are offering beginner, intermediate, advanced and athletic conditioning.     So beat boredom and avoid plateaus.  Change it up with Stability Chair Classes at the Pilates Studio!

   CoreMAX  is here!  Our trainers will challenge you with functional training through circuits, intervals, obstacles, agility drills, strength training, stability ball, pilates, yoga and improved stretching techniques, giving your mind and body the optimal fitness experience!

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  ActivCore FEX is Here

ActivCore FEX is a highly effective functional exercise technique because it activates the right muscles, in the right amount, at the right time, which is the key to achieving optimal performance. ActivCore FEX is used by athletes, athletic trainers, coaches, personal trainers, Pilates experts, fitness centers and other fitness professionals.

ActivCore FEX benefits anyone seeking a competitive edge; from elite athletes to the weekend golfer and everyone in between. Benefits of FEX include enhanced functional strength, increased joint stability and range of motion, improved balance, reduced risk of injury and propensity for muscle pain and discomfort.

    "Deep to the Core”  Training program 

 “Deep To The Core”, is the most innovative specialty exercise program beyond the scope of fitness centers, individually designed for each of you in mind. This is a committed 3 month program that keeps you in close contact with your personal fitness trainer, nutritionist (RD), and massage therapist. Good health, fitness and healing is the objective.  Contact us for more details.

 Pink Ribbon Program:                                                               This is a beginners’ Pilates mat & reformer training offered to breast cancer survivors.  During the six week you will learn specific exercises to increase your shoulder joint mobility that will eliminate tightness and discomfort on the affected shoulder. As well as strengthening your core muscle to correct postural alignment.  Please call if you are a candidate.  Please contact the Studio to reserve your spot.                                                                                                                                            Please feel free to make an appointment to visit our Studio, meet our instructors and see what we have to offer you, or check our Schedule of Classes and register now.