The Classical Pilates Room - Pilates Classes Hub

The Classical Pilates Room

Learn the basics of the Pilates Mat Classes, and how to do it safely. Understand the fundamentals of starting your program with the help of Pilates Instructors.

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Summarize the history of Pilates Define Pilates Explain the difference between Pilates and other types of exercises Describe why Pilates breath and use of core is important Explain the benefit of Pilates Training

History of Pilates  Joseph Hubertus Pilates  World War 1  Emigrated to the United States in 1926

Joseph Pilates

What is Pilates?  Exercise method that uses mat and equipment  Emphasis on breath and low reps  Precise movements using control and technique

How is Pilates Different?  Works the entire body  Focuses on the smaller muscle groups  Integrates breath into exercise  Emphasis on form and posture

What is the Core?  Shoulder girdle  Abdominals and Diaphragm  Pelvic floor  Back musculature  Hip musculature

The Pilates Breath Improves circulation Recruits appropriate muscles for the movements Provides a rhythm for the movements

Pilates Equipment  Reformer  Cadillac-aka Trap Table  Wunda Chair

 Ped A Pull  Spine Corrector  Core Align

Vintage Pilates Workout

Reformer

Cadillac/Trap Table

Spine Corrector

Core Align

Pilates Benefits Increases core strength Improves flexibility Balance of musculature

Who Benefits?

Athletes Performers and artists People who suffer from chronic pain / joint stress Senior citizens Pregnant women Teenagers

Studio Hours Monday – Closed Tuesday – 7 AM – 7 PM Wednesday – 7 AM – 7 PM Thursday– 7 AM – 7 PM Friday – Closed Saturday– 7 AM – 7 PM Sunday – 6 AM – 1 PM

Join Us

86 Joy Street Studio 13 Somerville Ma, 02143 Phone: (617) 475-0762 E-Mail: staff@theclassicalpilatesroom.com

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