Core Awareness ..... Refining Your Strength, Center & Balance

What is Pilates?

Pilates is an exercise discipline that focuses on lengthening, strengthening and improving flexibility of the "core" muscles responsible for the support and alignment of the spine.  By emphasizing proper breathing, correct spinal and pelvic alignment, and concentration on smooth, flowing movement,  you become aware of how your body feels and how to control its movements. Exercises can be performed on a mat or on specially designed equipment developed by Joseph Pilates.

What are the benefits?

• Gain long, lean muscles
• Improve flexibility
• Increase Core Strength & stability
• Improve balance & coordination
• Understand & improve body awareness

Other Classes Offered here:

KETTLEBELL - A functional & efficient way of exercise; develops strength & flexibility and requires full body integration and core stabilization. Using the Russian tool that looks like a bowling ball with handles, this "cardio", strength & endurance workout is a blast!

KICKBOXING - A 45 minute intense cardio class with punches, kicks and other moves designed to make you sweat. Sneakers required!

YOGA - A method of discipline creating balance in the body by connecting the physical practice(asanas or postures) to the rhythm of the breath. Come as you are & find gains in strength & flexibility.



Group Mat - Pilates matwork in a small group setting offers the opportunity to learn the fundamentals of Pilates. All exercises can be modified to prevent injury and strain or challenged for the experienced client, while you safely increase your strength, flexibility & stamina. Fun & rewarding! The use of magic circles, therabands & balls may be incorporated into the session.

Private Reformer Session - working one-on-one with an instructor to help  achieve your personal fitness goals. We are able to focus on your own strengths and weaknesses to attain the best overall training. The Pilates Reformer and other props will be used to challenge and asset your workout.

Reformer Duets - Share a personal session with a friend or partner. Sessions will take you through the repertoire of exercises at a pace thats right for both of you.

Customized Private Training - A customized private session can be designed for you and/or with friends. We can incorporate pilates, strength training, kettlebell or a combination. Call for details.

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If you are new to Pilates, you may want to schedule a private session. Or you may just drop-in to one of the Group Pilates Mat classes and work at your own level. Call studio for any questions or concerns.