What is Pilates and how can it help me?

Pilates encompassed training the muscles of your “girdle of strength” or the abdominal, buttocks, hips and low back muscles. By training these “core” muscles, you achieve strength and balance to your whole system of muscles. Pilates encourages full range of motion movements that increase not only strength but also flexibility as well as quality of movement. Many injuries occur because an individual has lost efficiency in how they move. By performing the precise movements of Pilates, we can re-pattern how we move and be rid of our bad movement habits.

In addition, Pilates encourages the growth of long, lean, strong muscles, which not only make our daily tasks easier but also increase our metabolism. Pilates can help you reshape, fine tune, and achieve a balanced body with a balanced mind!

Who can benefit?

All age and fitness levels benefit from Pilates but remember..as with any form of exercise, if you have been inactive for several years, have an existing disease/injury or have recently been treated for any injury, you should consult your physician before beginning. There are many levels of proficiency to Pilates and each participant will work at the level which best accommodates their needs and goals.

What equipment is used or needed?

Pilates Reformer Classes are performed on a machine called a Reformer, which uses springs as resistance. All equipment is provided by Contemporary Pilates but class size is limited.

Where should I begin?

We require each new Pilates participant to take a minimum of one individual session with a trainer before they begin a reformer class. Reformer classes consist of up to 5 people in a class. If you have previous Pilates experience, you may be screened by a trainer to enter a Reformer class.

Reformer classes- Beginning and Advanced classes available

Cardio Pilates- Adding Plyometrics & cardio conditioning to one's pilates workout

Tower classes- A nice supplement to reformer and matwork training

Mixed equipment classes- Incorporating Bosu, Reformer, Chair, Ladder, Barrel and Tower equipment work into a circuit type workout

Call for availability 314-993-6440

FEE SCHEDULES

All classes are 60 minutes long and registration is required to participate.

Cancellation Policy 24 hours advance notice = no charge. No show = full fee.