GETTING
STARTED
A one-on-one introductory session
is recommended, but not required, to assess your needs. This session is
designed to help you to begin to create an awareness of your deep torso
muscles and establish a foundation in the basics of Pilates. Group class
sessions or a series of private sessions will develop these skills. All
private one-on-one sessions are tailored to suit your needs.
- Private
personal training: one-on-one instruction
- Semi-private
training: two participants with an instructor
- Instructor-led
groups: join a scheduled group class or coordinate your own group of
three to six people
Sessions
and classes are typically one hour in length, but may be adjusted to suit
your needs. Please arrive a few minutes early to receive your full session.
INSTRUCTORS
All of our
instructors are certified by STOTT PILATES. Our highly qualified instructors
come to us from various backgrounds, such as massage therapy, physiotherapy,
dance, and personal training. These instructors bring their unique knowledge
to your sessions. To benefit from their different strengths, we recommend
working with more than one instructor.
GROUP CLASS
DESCRIPTIONS
Introductory
Matwork - Duration: 60 minutes
The Introductory Matwork class teaches the five basic principles of STOTT
PILATES. The exercises taught help to build the strong foundation required
to move on to the next level. This mat-based workout is designed to aid
in developing longer, leaner muscles, establish core strength and stability,
and heighten mind-body awareness. Small props and equipment may be incorporated
to add variety or to modify exercises. All Matwork classes are limited
to six participants.
Essential
Matwork - Duration: 60 minutes
In the Essential Matwork classes, you will continue to progress through
Essential level exercises. Small equipment including stability balls,
resistance bands, foam rollers, fitness circles, mini balls, and weighted
balls are used to challenge you. Participants are encouraged to stay in
the Essential class until they feel confident enough to enter the Intermediate
class or the instructor recommends advancement.
Intermediate
Matwork - Duration: 60 minutes
For an added challenge, Matwork classes at the Intermediate level will
take you through a dynamic full-body workout, stretching and toning all
muscle groups and focusing on improving flexibility and core strength.
Small equipment introduced in the Essential class is used here at a more
challenging level. BOSU trainers are also used at this level.
Group Reformer
- Duration: 60 minutes
This class will teach clients how to apply the basic principles of STOTT
PILATES on the Reformer and how to adjust the Reformer for each individual.
Participants will get an invigorating total body workout, progressing
from the Essential to Intermediate level. The pace is moderate, yet challenging,
and will tone and lengthen muscles using spring resistance. Class is limited
to five participants.
Group Stability
Chair - Duration: 60 minutes
The Stability Chair is another great piece of equipment that uses spring
resistance for a total body workout. Matwork is incorporated into this
class and participants are further challenged by the Stability Chair.
The Stability Chair also provides an excellent prenatal workout. Classes
will progress through the Essential level to Intermediate level. Class
is limited to five participants.
Circuit Training
- Duration: 60 minutes
This non-stop Circuit Training class alternates between exercises on the
mat, Reformer, Stability Chair, BOSU, Foam Roller and other small equipment.
This class is suited to those who are accomplished in Essential level
mat exercises and are familiar with the Reformer and Stability Chair.
An instructor will be at each station to ensure that participants are
performing each exercise correctly. This is a class for clients ready
to add a challenge to their workout. Class will be limited to five participants
at each station.
Teen Pilates
- Duration: 60 minutes
Introducing Pilates at an early age creates body awareness and develops
skills and techniques that improve focus and strengthen the body, preventing
injury during other activities. Teen Pilates is a mat-based workout that
teaches the five basic principals of STOTT PILATES. Small equipment including
stability balls, resistance bands, foam rollers, fitness circles, mini
balls, and weighted balls are used to challenge teens. Class size is limited
to eight participants.
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