Introduction to the Pilates Reformer

Most Pilates Apparatus sessions begin with a warm-up on the Pilates Reformer. This is a resistance-based machine that allows you to work hard, stretching and lengthening while also minimizing joint work. This is why it’s perfect for beginners as well as advanced...

Pilates for Baby Boomers and Seniors

I have many 50+ age clients that frequent my Pilates studio, and I really enjoy working with them. Since Pilates is ageless – the founder of Pilates, Joseph Pilates, practiced into his 80’s – it’s a wonderful way to stay fit while we all...

Why You Should Teach Barre Classes

Several years ago I ran across (what was then) a new type of workout called barre fitness. And, as many Pilates instructors did, I hit the nearest studio to find out about the craze. Three years, certifications, and hundreds of hours teaching and training later, my...