About Pilates

Joseph Pilates designed more than 500 specific exercises using five major pieces of unique apparatus to develop the body uniformly. Instead of performing many repetitions of each exercise, Pilates preferred fewer, more precise movements, requiring proper control and form.

Because your mind is required to work with your body to perform the movements correctly, you experience a new awareness of muscle function and control.

The "powerhouse" – abdomen, lower back, and buttocks – is supported and strengthened, enabling the rest of the body to move freely.

So, the Pilates regimen is built on specific principles:

Concentration

Be present - focus

Centering

Initiate movement from our powerhouse-our center

Control

No sloppy movements! All movement is coordinated, smooth and efficient

Precision

Every movement has a purpose

Building on concentration and control - precision will teach us how to "undo" faulty movement patterns in our bodies

Fluidity of Movement - Flow

Pilates becomes functional movement we use outside of the studio

Breath

Deep inhalation and complete exhalation increases waste removal, facilitates deeper core support as well as deepening the work!

What is the Method Pilates?

What are the benefits of a consistent Pilates practice?

longer, leaner muscles--greater strength and muscle tone

more efficient respiratory, lymphatic and circulatory systems

better posture

improved balance and coordination

injury prevention

improved flexibility and agility

less back pain

increased joint mobility

lower stress levels

increased core strength

a flatter stomach and trimmer waist

slender thighs and a strong back

gains in specific sports performance

skiing, golf, dance, tennis, skating, running, etc.

NO impact--easy on the joints

heightened body awareness

assisted weight loss and weight management

refreshing mind/body workouts

and much more!

Who should practice Pilates?

YOU! Pilates can be beneficial for just about everyone regardless of age, fitness level, or body condition. Most exercises can be easily modified and customized for individual needs. Pilates will challenge the novice to the advanced exerciser!