Why can’t I just start a class without Pilates 101?
Our Pilates classes are progres­sive. We set goals in our classes and help you work to achieve them! Pilates 101 helps us set you up in the appro­pri­ate class for you, where you will benefit and grow the most.

How often should I do Pilates?
Once a week you will learn about how to do Pilates correctly. Twice a week, the body will remember the new infor­ma­tion of Pilates better. Three times a week you will see a dramatic differ­ence in your body! Four to five times a week your body will look and feel better than it ever has!

How is Pilates differ­ent from Yoga?
While there are some simi­lar­i­ties, Pilates is quite differ­ent from yoga.  Pilates is an exercise method that focuses on the align­ment and length­en­ing of the spine and the core postural muscles directly attached to the spine.  It is based on normal, natural ranges of motion. In Pilates, you stretch through strength, similar to flex­i­bil­ity training used in athletic training.  Yoga is an ancient Eastern practice that includes devotion, prayer, diet, good works, and the physical poses. Both incor­po­rate balance, breath, and mind.

What is the differ­ence between Pilates and other abdom­i­nal training?
Pilates works on strength­en­ing the deepest layer of abdom­i­nal muscles closest to the spine, known as the trans­verse abdomi­nus (your scoop). Other abdom­i­nal training tends to only work the more surface abdom­i­nal layer, the rectus abdomi­nus (or what we call the “6– pack”). True core support is better achieved when the deepest layers if muscles are strengthened.

What is the equip­ment in Pilates?
Pilates equip­ment utilizes springs to provide assis­tance or resis­tance depend­ing on the purpose of the exercise being performed. During a typical private or semi private session, you may find yourself using a combi­na­tion of equip­ment. Small props are also used to facil­i­tate proper tech­nique or to increase the inten­sity of an exercise or stretch.

Can anyone do Pilates?
Pilates is for everyone no matter what your goals or fitness level! We modify the exer­cises to meet indi­vid­u­als’ needs.