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Pilates & YogaPilatesThe Pilates method of body conditioning is a unique system of stretching and strengthening exercises developed over ninety years ago by Joseph H Pilates. It strengthens and tones muscles, improves posture, provides flexibility and balance, unites body and mind, and creates a more stream like shape without building bulk.Whether you are in rehab, a fitness enthusiast or an elite athlete the aim remains the same, OPTIMAL MUSCULOSKELITAL PERFORMANCE. The Pilates philosophy focuses on training the mind and body to work together towards the goal of overall fitness. With the physical and mental pressures of a busy schedule, Pilates helps to reeducate ourselves to work our bodies with efficiency. The beauty of Pilates is that once you understand the core of its philosophy, its movements can be translated into any format. Each exercise is an important movement in itself and can be used as a way to stretch and move correctly in the course of your day, but is not a limited exercise regiment. Many people use the essence of the exercises to enhance other activities; athletes employ the movements and philosophy of Pilates in their sports. Whether you’re an athlete or a couch potato, young and limber or old and inflexible, the Pilates method can and does change the way you relate to your own body and the way you carry it in the world. “Intelligent exercise translates into profound results.” (Joseph Pilates) BENEFITS
ORC MAT CLASSES With a focus on core stability including pelvic and shoulder girdle stabilization, head and neck placement, neutral alignment and patterned breathing (pilates 5 basic principles). Pilates helps to restore the natural curves of the spine, which get compromised as we carry ourselves through our daily lives. The result is a balanced and aligned body that looks fit and feels revitalized and moves with ease. Pilates Essential Mat This series of 10 classes is the prerequisite and are intended to prepare the participants for the Pilates level 2 and 3 group exercise classes. Participants will learn and apply the five essential Pilates principles to the beginner exercises and prepitory exercises to assist you in the pilates 2 and 3 mat classes. You will receive 3 handouts through out the program to assist you through the learning process. Class one: Each participant will be asked to fill in a goal sheet, to highlight their individual expectation for the classes and to indicate injury concerns. The instructor can then identify specific modifications to the exercises to make them more appropriate to each participants needs. An Understanding the Pilates Principles handout will also be offered in the first class of the session to assist you. Class 6- 8 you will receive a Pilates Beginner Mat work exercise handout for individual reflection. Each participant is required to attend at least 8 of the 10 classes and is required to achieve a good understanding of the Pilates essential exercises in order to be awarded a Pilates 2 and 3 class pass. Pilates 2/3 Mat Group Exercise classes These open classes are included in ORC Deluxe, Premium, Optimum, and Flat rate, Summer Deluxe, Summer Optimum and Fit for Her memberships. See the Group Exercise schedule for dates and times. Prerequisite for attending these classes will include recent participation in an ORC Pilates Essentials group training session or appropriate private instruction from an ORC Pilates instructor/trainer. These restrictions will be strictly enforced. Assessments will be at the discretion of the instructor/trainer or Group Exercise Director. These procedures are required to ensure high quality programming, the safety and continuing success of all participants.
Reformer TrainingPilates Reformer Private and Semi Private and small Group Training opportunities. Contact Gloria at ext 276 for further details. What is yoga?
Although many people think this term refers to union between body and mind or body, mind and spirit, the traditional acceptance is union between one's individual consciousness and the Universal Consciousness. |
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