Conscious STOTT PILATES® & Rehab Pilates

Pilates is a series of exercises and apparatus (special equipment) developed by Joseph Pilates, designed to improve physical strength, flexibility, posture, core strength and balance in the body.

Pilates is performed on the floor with a mat (matwork) or on specific equipment - more specifically referred to as "apparatus" (Reformer, Cadillac/Tower, Chair, Barrels).

STOTT PILATES® is a contemporary approach to the original exercises  pioneered by  Joseph Pilates. STOTT PILATES® includes modern principals of Exercise Science and Rehabilitation, Fascial Fitness, Functional Fitness, Spinal Rehabilitation, and Bio mechanical research. This makes Stott Pilates one of the safest and most effective methods available and is often referred to as the 'Ivy league' of Pilates instruction.

In Pilates matwork you are using your own body weight as resistance and doing all the work to stabilize and support your body. This can actually be more difficult especially for a beginner.  (Stott Pilates matwork is offered by Laura in her Zoom online classes.)

When using the equipment, pulleys and springs create resistance and can also help to support and stabilize your body. The equipment can put the body in a non-weight bearing position, taking stress and pressure off the joints while stretching and strengthening the body. The equipment gives more emphasis to strengthening the outer limbs as well as the core. It is ideal to do both mat and equipment exercises in your Pilates workout.

Stott Pilates can be very effective at reducing (or eliminating) back pain as it addresses the underlying structural imbalances in the body that lead to back pain. Lack of core support, pelvic instability, muscular imbalances, poor posture and lack of body awareness can all have an effect on your back.

Back pain is the number one reason clients seek our help with Pilates. We'll teach you how to properly engage your core so that you can use those skills in your daily life!

Pilates is a form of strength training. All Pilates equipment utilizes resistance training. However, the big difference between Pilates and regular strength training is that during a Pilates session we are working on the mind-body connection and educating the body to move more efficiently (neuro-muscular re-education). We emphasis breath, core activation, pelvic/low back stabilization, shoulder placement, neck placement, coordination, balance and control. Pilates focuses on strength PLUS flexibility, core stabilization and balancing the muscles of the body.  Working with spring resistance enables you to work more on the eccentric contraction (lengthening action) of your muscle (where strength is built). Working with spring resistance is less aggressive to the body, with less stress on the joints and is particularly good for post rehabilitation. Pilates can be a great compliment to any other exercise regime including traditional weight training.

Private Pilates sessions are the most effective way to focus on your own unique needs. The workouts are tailored to fit you and your specific goals. If you have injuries or medical concerns (or you're new to this method of exercise) it's best to begin with private training. 

Many studios offer group Pilates classes of up to 12 students in a class. While these group classes can be an affordable way to add Pilates into your fitness routine, the system was never designed for group work. No matter how great an instructor is, there is simply no way to teach or correct improper technique in a group.

We offer Duet lessons in Pilates. The cost savings is huge, yet you won't sacrifice quality under our watchful care. 

Whether you choose Private or Duet Lessons, each session covers a full body workout utilizing the reformer, jump board/cardio trampolines, wall towers/half Cadillacs, chair and small equipment such as stability cushions and foam rollers.