• Pilates is a mind-body method that requires core stability, strength, flexibility, muscle control, posture, and breathing. In Joseph Pilates’ book “Return to Life through Contrology”, his method is presented as the art of controlled movements, which should look and feel like a workout when properly manifested.

  • Like any habit, Pilates should be an attainable addition to your lifestyle. Set yourself up for success with realistic goals that work for YOU. A daily Pilates practice is a great way to build a routine, feel the positive effects of consistent work, and see results.

  • The Pilates Method is all about spinal mobility and strengthening the deep core stabilizer muscles. Prepare to move the body in all ranges of motion and feel muscles you’ve never felt before! Each session will consistently reinforce positive movement patterns to create length and space in the body.

  • Yes! Pilates is one of the safest ways to work through pregnancy and injuries. “Control” is a main principle in Pilates, along with breath, mindfulness, centering, alignment, and precision. Practicing each of the above principles achieves Pilates' goal of an integrated mind-body workout.

  • YES!! The inventor and creator of Pilates was a man. Joseph Pilates believed that the "modern" life-style, bad posture, and inefficient breathing lay at the roots of poor health. He ultimately devised a series of exercises and training techniques, and engineered all the equipment, specifications, and tuning required to teach his methods properly.

  • YES. Prepare to become addicted in the best way possible.

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