Pilates
Pilates was developed by Joseph Pilates while working with patients during World War I. He attached springs and pulleys to hospital beds to assist injured soldiers in stretching and strengthening their bodies while still being bedridden. He combined his experiences as a diver, circus performer, and boxer with his studies of Eastern and Western philosophies and developed this unique form of exercise.
Pilates is a series of exercises that work the entire body from top to bottom in a posturally appropriate manner. The exercises are done slowly and deliberately with few repetitions. You will learn how to control and stabilize the center of the body while other areas are in motion, transitioning from one movement to the next with precision and control.
Physical Therapists are the best suited to instruct patients and clients through Pilates exercises because of their unique knowledge of anatomy, physiology and biomechanics. Physical Therapists are the specialist in musculoskeletal dysfunction within the medical field and can make the appropriate assessment of an individual’s therapeutic and exercise needs. Physical Therapists are also skilled at modifying these needs based on medical condition, as well as, tailoring a program to achieve fitness goals or sport specific training.
The benefits of Pilates
- Increased flexibility, muscular strength, and muscle tone
- Reduced risk of injury
- Improved posture, coordination, and balance
- Improved core strength
* Single and Duet sessions are offered at our Gainesville location.
* All sessions are scheduled by appointment only
The SOLO Session is one student with one teacher for approximately 50 minutes. You utilize any combination of Apparatus (Reformer, Tower, Wunda Chair) as well as Pilates mat work.
The DUET Session is two students with one teacher for approximately 50 minutes. Individualized attention is given to each student. You utilize any combination of Apparatus (Reformer, Tower, Wunda Chair) as well as Pilates mat work
SINGLE SESSIONS
Singles $60
Duets $35/person
10 SESSION PACKAGE
Singles $520
Duets $300
5 SESSION PACKAGE
Singles $275
Duets $160
