Pilates
WHAT IS PILATES REHABILITATION AND MOVEMENT THERAPY?
Pilates is a comprehensive system of conditioning and rehabilitation exercises designed to improve core stability and control. It allows for optimal movement of the major joints of the body and efficient muscle recruitment. This system of mind-body exercises designed by Joseph Pilates is used to improve postural symmetry, increase flexibility, and correct muscles imbalances, while strengthening and elongating muscles.
By paying attention to breathing and the feeling of each exercise, you develop greater body awareness and begin to understand the intricate way the body is connected and moves. Ultimately, by exercising in this safe, smart, and focused manner, a sense of ease and lightness emerges, chronic pain issues start to dissipate, and you feel energized!
My intensive Pilates Mat and Reformer Training and Advanced Movement and Exercise Specializations under Margot McKinnon at Body Harmonics in Toronto have provided the groundwork and biomechanical tools to enable me to teach safe exercises for people of all ages and abilities. Small classes, semi-private and private sessions are designed and modified based on the needs of individuals. Along with using your own body weight, resistance and balance apparatus are incorporated into the sessions to address a variety of physical issues. Pilates is helpful for preventing and rehabilitating many conditions ranging from arthritis, chronic pain, and soft tissue injuries.
PILATES CLASSES @ OC3
CORE ESSENTIALS
(Wednesdays 12:30 – 1:30)
Exercises in this class build support to keep backs and necks strong and free from pain and tension. By focusing on core strengthening and joint mobilization and strengthening, you will experience more flexibility, improved balance, and pain free movement. Exercises are targeted based on the needs of the participants and will be adapted for those with osteoporosis to make the classes bone safe.
PILATES INTERMEDIATE
(Wednesdays 5:00 – 6:00; Saturdays 11:00 – 12:00 & 12:30 – 1:30)
In this intermediate level class, basic exercises become more complex and focused. Balance and endurance will be challenged in various positions with a focus on improving core control and strength. This class is intended to improve performance in sports and everyday activities.
PILATES FOR RUNNERS AND CYCLISTS
(Classes will be scheduled to begin in March)
Cost: $25.00/class or 10 classes for $225.00
Cate Hachigian, BAA, RMT
Certified Pilates Mat and Reformer Teacher