Why the Pilates Method?

"The only true guide to your true age lies not in years, but indicated by the degree of natural and normal flexibility enjoyed by your spine throughout your life."
~ Joseph Pilates

Pilates focuses on improving flexibility and strength, so short muscles get longer and weak muscles get stronger, without building bulk. Your spine and muscles will enjoy a sense of freedom, comfort and length right after the very first session. You will also become more aware of your body, dramatically improving posture and coordination.

Unlike traditional exercise which tends to overload the large muscles in the body, Pilates enables you to strengthen smaller muscles to support your movement and create a Body in Balance which stems from your abdominal muscles.

Unlike other forms of training, Pilates enables you to use your own resistance and strength with fewer more precise fluid movements. As Pilates requires concentration and proper form on each exercise, the method becomes a total mind/body experience, with mental health advantages as well.


Lou demonstrates the Kickback mat exercise...


...and the Side Support mat exercise.

"It's the mind itself which shapes the body." ~ Joseph Pilates

Joseph H. Pilates designed his series of controlled exercises, engaging the body and mind, for the floor and on specifically designed exercise apparatus. While rehabilitating disabled people during World War I... Joseph began to create his exercise regime that he is famous for today. He attached springs to hospital beds to provide resistance which helped the patients regain back their strength and flexibility.

His work quickly gained popularity with dance legends such as Martha Graham, Balachaine, Alvin Ailey and many others. Although the Fitness Industry and Medical Profession have just begun to recognize the benefits of this amazing discipline, many dancers have considered Pilates an integral part of their training for many years.


Joseph Pilates demonstrates the Kickback and Side Support exercises on the Reformer.

Pilates can be used for general maintenance, cross training, and injury rehabilitation. Besides all the obvious physical benefits, your quality of life will improve, and you'll live a long, happy and healthy life. So what are you waiting for? Start benefiting right now!
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