PILATES HISTORY
Begun as a rehabilitation and conditioning regimen by Joseph Pilates in England during World War I, The Pilates Method was an evolution in physical education. Joseph Pilates moved to New York City in 1928 and for the next 5 decades developed his methodology and created specialized equipment for instruction, based on German calisthenics, yoga, boxing, and his own intuitive understanding of fitness. Joseph Pilates was a pioneer in holistic physical education, using principles that improve the coordination, flexibility, and strength of the entire body.

BENEFITS
Central to Pilates is awakening the "core" muscles: deep flexors and other trunk muscles that control posture and are the prime movers of the limbs. Working from the inside out, Pilates movements will make you fit and able, stronger and more coordinated for every activity in your life. Students often report getting taller from improved posture and lengthening in the spine, more energy in their daily life, weight loss, fuller breathing, and a greater sense of wellbeing.

Every movement in Pilates is a combination of strength, coordination, attention, and balance. It is important to pay attention to how you create each movement as you unfold your body. Pilates is an approach to working through our stuckness that is enjoyable and challenging and delivers real results.

TRAINING
We offer one hour personalized sessions on machines. We can even set you up with standing appointments so you can have a regular training schedule each week with your favorite instructors. We offer excellent Rates and discount packages. Contact us today to make an appointment.

We offer Pilates Mat Classes at Sal Anthony's Movement Salon. Pilates Mat Class is a great supplement to private instruction. It is based on the same principles, but is extra challenging because you use your own body as resistance and feedback. See our class schedule and our locations.