Pilates will rebuild your body from the inside out, strengthening your inner core or “powerhouse” – the diaphragm, pelvic floor, abdominal muscles and deep muscles around the spine. Pilates demands your full attention and forces these deep muscles to wake up and work for you! . Repetitions are minimal and the method involves hundreds of exercises and variations. Decades before terms like “mind-body connection”, “core training” and “functional movement” were invented, Joe Pilates developed an integrated method that he described as “the complete coordination of body, mind and spirit”. More than just an intense and versatile physical workout, Pilates will completely change the way you feel and move. Efficient biomechanics and functional movement patterns are crucial for a healthy posture and optimal health. The method is also ideal for sports conditioning and an effective tool for sports injury rehabilitation. Whatever your movement goals are – Pilates can help you achieve them.
Pilates and the Evolution Workout
The Evolution Workout
We are often asked the difference between traditional Pilates classes and the Evolution Workout. Pilates utilises specific apparatus developed by Joseph Pilates himself, almost a century ago. In our traditional Pilates classes, we focus on exercises that can be traced directly back to this original program, while allowing our instructors to explore their creativity. We offer group classes on the reformer, wunda chair and tower, as and use small apparatus such as the magic circle or weights, in these classes.
Based on the original reformer, the Evolution Workstation is designed and manufactured in Italy. It’s modern design features enable us to safely expand on the original exercise repertoire, as performed on the traditional reformer. The larger carriage, integrated standing platforms and handles on this innovative apparatus challenge the body in new and dynamic ways. Exercise sequences are curated to develop muscle endurance, providing a safe but highly effective full body workout for those who love to “feel the burn”!
We would never compromise on our attention to detail and precise alignment, and the Evolution Workout is an intense, impact-free workout with a low risk of injury. Traditional Pilates incorporates spinal mobilization and integrated movement patterns in a truly unique way. The Evolution Workout is a muscular endurance workout intended to target and systematically work individual muscle groups. The slow speed of the workout emphasizes the slow twitch “endurance muscle fibers”. You will stabilize your joints and move through your entire available range of motion in a controlled manner. Both workouts will develop functional strength, increase body awareness, and complement each other perfectly.
A safe space
Pilates is for everyone, and we are all evolving. Our studio is a safe and welcoming spce for people of all ages, body sizes, genders and ethnicities. Your movement experiences can and should be filled with joy, acceptance, a spirit of discovery and a sense of community. Please respect our teachers, your fellow participants and the journey that we are all making.
