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Pilates
What is the Pilates Method?
The Pilates Method is a system of whole body physical conditioning that
develops improved coordination, muscular balance, strength,
flexibility, range of motion and kinaesthetic awareness. Pilates promotes
movement that facilitates freedom through the spine and all joints,
bringing about an improved muscular and skeletal balance. Learning to
move efficiently without compression or excess effort allows for an
enhanced physical functioning. The Pilates Method is a progressive
movement system that begins with basic principles of movement and
continues to develop as the student incorporates the various
components of the system, from mat work through all pieces of Pilates
equipment - Reformer, Cadillac, Chair and Barrels.
Through a process of moving with awareness, the student is educated
about their own body and how it moves. In the Pilates Method the
student is required to be consciously thinking through the execution
of each movement so that the developing body awareness allows for a
new coordination of the whole person. This new state of coordination
allows for an improved functioning throughout daily activities as well
as specialized pursuits such as athletics and performing arts.
The Pilates Method is appropriate for people of all levels of fitness
from the deconditioned to the highly skilled; including those who may
be in pain, recovering from injury or suffering from chronic
conditions.
Workshops &
Special Events
2013 Winter Schedule
now available.
Sat/Sun, Apr 13-14, 2-6pm
Alexander Technique Informed Movement
with Susan Sinclair and Suzanne Liska