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| 1) What is Pilates? |
Answer: Pilates is an exercise technique that was developed by Mr. Joseph Pilates in the early 1900's. As a student of yoga, gymnastics and other eastern/western philosophies of exercise, Mr. Pilates created techniques utilizing equipment that was modified from bunkbeds, springs, and trapezes to help fellow internees during WWI.
Pilates philosophies differ from others with a few key points:
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Work the body from within, outward - particularly paying attention to the stabilization of the muscles in the trunk of the body.
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The mind controls the movements
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The coordination of the breath with the movement being performed
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Postural alignment and symmetry of movement
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Today, Pilates is recognized and made even more popular because of dancers, celebrities, athletes and models that give credit to Pilates for their strong, lean figures. |
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| 2) What type of classes do you have, what do they cost, when are they held? |
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For Group Mat Classes please check our latest group mat class schedule under the class schedule link.
We offer mat classes both in the morning and also in the evenings.
Private sessions are by appointment consisting of one-on-one instruction with one of our teachers lasting 55 minutes in length. We also offer group classes on the equipment which are a maximum of four people per class (pre registration required). For more information on the group equipment classes see question #9 below and also see the equipment/products link for pictures of the various apparatus.
Fees vary according to the type of session- whether group mat, group equipment, or private one-on -one instruction. We offer something for everyone. Discounts are given for buying a series of classes. Please see our Fee Schedule link for more information on pricing.A special introductory package is available to new students which includes all three types of classes (private, group mat, and group equipment)as well as our massage therapy services.
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| 3) What should I wear? |
Answer: Please wear comfortable clothing that hugs the body, but is flexible enough that you can move your body as completely as possible .
We work in barefeet, but you are welcome to wear socks if you desire. Please avoid wearing perfumes or jewelry.
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| 4) Where are you located? |
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We are right on U.S. 41 (also known as Tamiami Trail/9th Street South) just north of the intersection of 3rd Avenue South and 41 located in Olde Naples.
Our address is: 241 Ninth Street South Naples FL 34102.
We are in the Florida Health Academy (FHA) yellow Building on the east side of Hwy. 41, across from the Lemon Tree Inn and CVS. The parking lot is located behind the building and feel free to come in the back entrance. See link below.
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| 5) What kind of training do your instructors have? |
Answer: Many of our instructors are West Coast Pilates Certified in mat and equipment, and have completed well over 800 hours of teaching certification time with Master Teacher, Kathy Corey (also attending Advanced Training with Kathy Corey). Kathy has spent over 25 years learning the work with Ron Fletcher and other Master Teachers that originally learned it directly from Mr. Joseph Pilates himself.
We have instructors that are certified in mat and equipment through other programs as well. All of our instructors continue their education through seminars offered by the Pilates Method Alliance (PMA), Mind/Body Conferences, Balanced Body on Tour, and other inservice training.
Some of our instructors have presented at national seminars and also have other credentials that gives them an edge on the competition, including massage therapy.
Several of our instructors are currently working towards their certification through the Pilates Method Alliance (PMA).
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| 6) Do you have Pilates Equipment? |
Answer: Yes, we are a fully equipped studio. We have reformers, combo wunda chairs, pedipull, ladder barrel, step barrels, Cadillac trap tables, along with various props including magic circles and dowels.
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| 7) What hours are you open? |
Answer: Our hours vary. Because so much of our work is by appointment, we are open until our last appointment for the day is completed. During season, this can mean 8 a.m. until 7 p.m. We are not open on Sundays but are open for classes as well as one-on-one sessions on Saturdays. Generally our group classes start at 8 or 9 am in the morning and our last group class begins at 6 pm. See our class schedule page for our latest class schedule.
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| 8) How does a Private Session work? |
Answer: Private sessions are one-on-one with an instructor and are offered Monday through Saturday by appointment . A variety of equipment is used and the instructor's time is completely yours for a full 55 minutes. .
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| 9) What is group equipment class ? |
Answer: The group equipment class is available for up to 4 students with one of our instructors. Classes are at set times Monday through Saturday and are offered at various levels. Students are instructed in the Pilates exercise technique utilizing the reformer, combo chairs, step barrels, and may participate in some mat work in combination with the equipment as well.
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