What is Pilates

Pilates is a unique and effective system of body-mind exercise evolved from the Joseph Pilates method

Pliates can dramatically change the way your body looks, feels and performs.  It teaches body awareness and good posture.  Pilates builds strength without excess bulk and focuses on attaining core stability while providing a full body workout.

Pilates is a 3-dimensional method where exercise is performed using all planes of movement.  Emphasis is placed on rebalancing muscles around the joints, corrects over-training and muscle imbalances that lead to injury.

Benefits of Pilates

longer, leaner muscles (less bulk, more freedom of movement)
improves postural problems
increases core strength, stability and peripheral mobility
helps prevent injury
enhances functional fitness, ease of movement
balances strength & flexibility
heightens body awareness
no-impact, easy on the joints
can be customized to suit everyone from rehab patients to elite athletes
complements other methods of exercise
improves performance in sports (golf, skiing, skating etc.)
improves balance, coordination & circulation