What is Pilates?

Pilates is an exercise method designed to improve and develop muscular strength, flexibility, balance and coordination. Hundreds of strength and flexibility exercises can be performed on a mat or with specialized equipment. It is recommended to practice 2 to 3 1-hour sessions of Pilates a week.

Studio Pilates is a one-on-one class with a private instructor. This class involves the use of equipment such as the Reformer, Cadillac, Ladder Barrel and Chair. Sessions are by appointment only.

Mat Pilates is a group class on the floor using a mat. Props such as balls, elastic bands, foam rollers and magic circles are used.

Allegro Reformer is a group class with exercises practiced in the "Allegro Reformer", in which the resistance of the exercise is assisted or increased.

Benefits of Pilates:

• Strengthen and sculpt the arms and legs without excessive muscular bulk.
• Develop core control, strengthening the abs and back.
• Improve flexibility.
• Improve posture.
• Improve balance and coordination.
• Liberate tension and stress.
• Enhance the mind and body connection.

Pilates is recommended for:

• Prevention of osteoporosis and treatment of osteopenia.
• Patients under therapy recuperation and post-rehabilitation of an injury.
• Improvement of athletic performance and prevention of injuries in golf and tennis players.
• Alleviating pain and improving backache complications.

Studio Pilates classes are by appointment.

Mat Pilates classes:

• Thursday 9:30 AM

Pilates Allegro Reformer classes:

• Monday 10:00 AM (Allegro 2-3)
• Tuesday 8:00 AM (Allegro I) & 5:00 PM (Allegro 2-3)
• Wednesday 10:00 AM (Allegro 1)
• Thursday 8:00 AM (Allegro 1)