What is Pilates?
Joseph Pilates developed the PILATES METHOD™ in the 1920’s. The PILATES method he developed is an exercise system of sequential and precisely performed core movements, each designed to stretch and strengthen the muscles involved, opening joints and releasing tension. This results in an improved posture and ease of movement during daily activities, recreation and sports. PILATES achieves this by coordinating upper and lower body musculature with the body's center. The Joseph Pilates method is practiced through the use of spring resistant machines and through a series of floor exercises designed to use the body's power center.

PILATES training is a radical departure from traditional exercise programs and has had a surge in popularity in many parts of the country. In addition to the growing number of PILATES conditioning studios, sports medicine centers, physical therapists, orthopedic specialists and chiropractors are now adding PILATES rehabilitation to their list of patient services.

Who is PILATES for?
• PILATES flexibility and core-conditioning techniques are for everyone who desire
  a firm but flexible body and for those who want to move, work and play without
  pain.
• PILATES is a great fitness program for persons of all ages and fitness levels.
• PILATES exercise is equally effective for the retired, out-of-shape executive to
  the highly trained elite athlete.
• Each client learns to work individually, applying principles of good body
  mechanics to every exercise.

NORTHWEST PILATES AND WELLNESS offers several options for PILATES TRAINING:

Private One-on-One sessions are custom tailored to focus on the individual client’s needs.
Semi-Private Apparatus Classes consist of 6 or fewer students and incorporates several pieces of Pilates equipment. Each student will gain an awareness of their body as they progress through functional movements on the Pilates Reformer, Stability Chair, Tower Unit, Ladder Barrel, or Ped-O-Pull.
Group Mat/Tower Classes involve 8 or fewer students and utilize a variety of small Pilates’ props (balls, bands, fitness circles, or fit balls). Our classically taught Pilates mat/tower classes will leave you energized and invigorated, while learning to strengthen, tone, and improve posture.