Beginning Pilates Mat Learn and review the essential fundamentals of Pilates floor work including breathing, balance, proper abdominal contraction, stability, and coordination. Modifications to accommodate minor back, neck and knee injuries will be provided. You will begin to strengthen, lengthen and condition the body toward better circulation, supported postures and improved muscle tone. Beg/Intermediate Pilates Mat This class bridges the gap between the basics of a beginning class and the clip of an intermediate class. Fundamentals will be reviewed and intermediate level exercises will be introduced. Time is allowed for modifications to be explored. You will improve your range of motion while gaining core strength. Intermediate Pilates Mat Experience the challenge of the dynamic intermediate level mat and move from your core for one hour. This class may include stretches and the use of small equipment. An understanding of the fundamentals is required to avoid injury and frustration. Intermediate/Advanced Pilates Mat Intended for those who want to expand their Pilates movement vocabulary and improve muscular endurance. This class will expose you to some of the advanced level mat exercises that incorporate greater range of motion and upper body strength. Advanced Pilates Mat This class moves along at a clip and is a great workout. Time allowing, all floor exercises will be covered in their fullest form with smooth transitions and rhythmic breathing. Modifications will be the choice of the participant. Gentle Pilates In this class plan on visiting both the Pilates equipment and mat exercises that are designed to restore and rehabilitate the body. Perfect for the end of the day, the class moves at a slightly slower pace, focusing on Pilates fundamental exercises and concepts while finding their expression in the Pilates exercises that make us feel whole again. Limited to 4 people. Beginning Pilates Equipment This class is designed to introduce you to the Pilates equipment including the Universal Reformer and the Cadillac/Pole system. Your continued attendance will promote the possibility of developing a workout on the equipment and discover how it supports and better informs your Pilates Mat workout. We require that you have 5-10 mat classes prior to entering so that you have learned the fundamental principals of Pilates and have begun to build your Pilates strength. The class is limited to four participants and requires a reservation. Intermediate Pilates Equipment This is a great way to experience the invigoration that Pilates offers. The instructor leads up to four people in a workout on the reformer and/or pole system emphasizing breath, transitions and flow. This class is designed for the intermediate level client and not for those who are experiencing pain or injury. Advanced Pilates Equipment This class is for the diehard. We thread together advanced Pilates exercises that take twists and bends to new levels. The class explores exercises on the low chair, high barrel, cadillac and always comes back to the reformer workout at graceful speed. This class is an upbeat and intelligent workout for the more uniformly developed. Hatha Yoga This is a mixed level class. It introduces the Sun Salutation as a warm-up followed by a series of poses that include standing(strength), balancing, forward-bending, backward-bending, twisting and inverted poses. All poses can be modified for the individual. Class will end with relaxation. iRest Yoga Nidra: The Noble Adventure (a 12-meditation series) iRest Yoga Nidra is a modernized form of an ancient practice of healing and relaxation from the yoga tradition. It is a form of mind body training that promotes deep healing, health and well-being. iRest is designed to help us release stress, be at ease, resolve issues of sleeplessness, anxiety, fear, depression, chronic pain, post-traumatic stress and other things that we experience as human beings. Foster concentration that enables you to recognize your truth. Nourish mindfulness and your capacity to respond in each moment. Develop inquiry and awaken your intrinsic capacities for loving kindness, equanimity, joy and insight. iRest Yoga Nidra is a restorative practice suitable for everyone. Wear loose, comfortable and warmish clothing as we will be resting and not being physically active. Bring any props including blankets, bolsters, pillows to insure your comfort during the meditation; you can lie, sit, or stand for this guided meditation. Offered once a month on a late Friday afternoon, each meditation and discussion will have a unique theme.