Mondays 6-7pm Pilates & Stretch - on going

​This is a mixed level contemporary Pilates class. We will be focusing on connecting to our breath,  dynamically challenging our core, balancing out our bodies, and getting a satisfying full-body workout.

Props suggested (but not required, everything can be modified)

• Yoga or Pilates mat (you could use a beach towel instead)
• A coregeous ball, or something like it (click here for link)
• A yoga strap, or a long belt/tie/towel 
• A medium resistance band (or whatever amount of resistance you feel works for you)

             optional: if you have a resistance loop, please feel free to have it ready to use as well.

Wednesdays 9:30-10:30am  Pilates for Active Aging- starting September 9th!

​Join us for an hour full of Pilates-based breathing, full body movement, and fun! Active aging is all about keeping everything working optimally, while developing agility & proprioception for injury and fall prevention. We will focus on improving our balance, posture, and functional movement patterns while enhancing our overall strength and mobility. This class is safe and challenging for all levels of fitness and skill, including those with osteoporosis. (senior discount available for those 60 or over, please contact Pippa for details)

Props suggested (but not required, everything can be modified)

• Yoga or Pilates mat (you could use a beach towel instead)
• A Pilates Ring (click here for link)
• A coregeous ball, or something like it (click here for link)
• A yoga strap, or a long belt/tie/towel 
• A medium resistance band (or whatever amount of resistance you feel works for you)

             optional: if you have a resistance loop, please feel free to have it ready to use as well.

Zoom In, Bliss Out      6-7:00pm  Friday  7/31/2020

Let’s coax our bodies and minds into relaxation mode!  We will focus on connecting with our breath, calming our nervous system, and applying Fascial Stretch Therapy principles to get an awesome full body stretching experience. Breath work is especially important right now, COVID-19 affects the respiratory system. 

Props suggested (but not required, everything can be modified

•   Yoga or Pilates mat (you could use a beach towel instead)         
•   A coregeous ball, or something like it (click here for link)  You want it inflated just under half way, you might want your inflation straw nearby in case you want to adjust. 
• A yoga strap, or a long belt/tie/towel 
• A few towels of various sizes and maybe even a pillow if your neck and shoulders need some extra support. (we will be using them to prop us up, support us so we can relax even more deeply)

Set your vibe! Feel free to lean in to the woo. Here are a few things I suggest:
        1. Play some binaural beats or music that you find soothing & relaxing in the background. Loudly enough so you can hear it, but quietly enough that you can still hear me.
        2. Lighting- make it work for you. You want to be relaxed but not falling asleep.
        3. Scent- I love having essential oils in the diffuser. Some people prefer candles. Try to figure out what might enhance your ability to relax & release tension. Click here for more info. 
        4. Wear layers and have socks nearby. Your body temperature might shift as we go, and we don’t want you to get cold.
        5. Turn your phone off or put it on do not disturb. 

Foam rolling can help restore balance to your whole body, and potentially become an essential aspect of your self-care.  


Saturday 9/19/20  
 1-2:30pm  via Zoom 
$25-35 sliding scale
Register Now! 
(you must use this link and buy only this class to access the sliding scale option,
otherwise it will show up as the averaged price of $30)



In this master class, you will explore and learn how to use your foam roller as an effective self-myofascial release tool. When done mindfully and strategically, it can help relieve chronic muscle tightness or pain, increase circulation to reduce soreness, and improve your overall mobility.



Things we will cover:
- General strategies & tips on how to approach using the foam roller effectively
- How to avoid common mistakes and avoid injuries or preventable soreness 
- Specific exercises with lots of options or modifications for a full body experience
- Question & answer time at the end of the class

*You will have access to a recording of the class for 1 week after it meets live so that you can focus on feeling and learning as we go, then review the information afterwards.*



What You’ll Need:
- Plenty of open floor space
- I suggest a thin yoga mat, especially if you’ll be on a hard floor. 
- Some other padding or supportive surfaces around like a few towels, blankets, or blocks.

- 1 Moderate Foam Roller (definitely not firm, and soft may not give you enough resistance)
Here’s my favorite:
Optp Foam Roller- comes in blue or green

Here's a solid choice at a lower price point:
AXIS Standard Foam Roller- silver


Questions? click here to contact me 

Want to Register Now? click here 

Fall 2019 class registration for Tempe residents begins on Monday, August 12th.

Non-Resident registration begins on Monday, August 19th.

Online registration: www.tempe.gov/brochure
 
Exercise; Building Better Bones
Stop bone loss and restore bone mass. Pilates-based exercises strengthen muscles, increase flexibility and improve balance. Focus on reversal of bone loss, injury prevention and functional fitness to help avoid falls, alleviate pain and maintain independence. No class 11/27.
Drop-in Fee: $7. Fee: $69. 480-350-5200
63567   16 yrs+           W        9/11-12/11     9:30-10:30 a.m.        KRC
 
Exercise; Introduction to Pilates
Pilates strengthens and tones your core, enhances balance and improves posture. Learn the concepts and fundamentals of the Pilates techniques while getting a full body workout. Class starts with a gentle warm-up, evolves into a challenging Pilates mat workout and finishes with a series of stretches. No class 11/11.
Drop-in Fee: $7. Fee: $69. 480-350-5200
63602   16 yrs+           M         9/9-12/9          5:30-6:30 p.m.           KRC
 
Exercise; Pilates & Stretch
Join us for this multi-level class that combines Pilates exercises with effective stretching techniques to increase strength and flexibility for your entire body. Major areas of focus are the core, stability work, coordination, breathing and relaxation. Prior experience is not required. All levels welcome. No class 11/11.
Drop-in Fee: $7. Fee: $69. 480-350-5200
63601     16 yrs+           M         9/9-12/9          6:30-7:30 p.m.           KRC
 

Hope to see you there!

Classes didn't meet this week due to the Holiday (I missed you guys!) and everyone's schedules get a bit wonky in the summer. Since consistency is key, how can you adapt in order to keep moving and feeling as good as possible?

1. Give yourself options (self-practice, do a full length video, do a few shorter you tube videos put together, book a private lesson when you can't get to group class, attend a group class when you can't get to your usual weekly private lesson, etc etc)

2. Schedule it in! or it probably won't happen. What works best for your internal body clock and your life schedule? I suggest putting it in to your calendar and blocking the time out. 

3. Have a quick response to the "why" of it. Know your motivation and condense it into one sentence, as concisely as possible. This will quiet your inner critic, excuses, and any pushback you get from the outside world. Mine is "because it's important- I want to be strong, capable, and healthy enough to do everything I want to do." What's yours? You can always start with a rough draft and keep refining it. 

See you in class next week!

In the meantime, here's a link to a 25 minute workout.

and one of the first videos I made...

I recently read this article through the NPR app on my phone. The overall takeaway is that the risk is still safer than being sedentary. I totally agree!

However, while I think it is awesome that they are doing the research and finding the correlations between who is likely to get a fracture and how it may impact their lives……
I completely disagree with their advice. 


“recognize the limits of your strength, he advises, and maybe work on training the dog not to pull on the leash.”


What?????


I mean, yes- train your dog, but recognize the limits of your strength?


How about any or all of the following:
- improve your balance
- focus on fall prevention
- roll out your feet and do some exercises to improve awareness in your feet
- learn how to safely increase strength and mobility 



I could go on and on, but you get the drift.
Balance is a skill. It gets better with practice.
You can improve your bone density, strength, and gait. 


How?


Pilates! 


Want to know more? Click here
Want to try a one on one Pilates lesson on the apparatus? Click here 
or scroll down to my last post for info on group classes...

New faces are always welcome, returning ones too! 

(If you’re in the group classes and need some extra help, please bear in mind that you can always book a private mat lesson to get some one on one attention and personal corrections. )


The next session starts on 4/3….
Registration is still open!
(There is no class 4/1 for Cesar Chavez Day, there may be some confusion because it is listed differently in a few places.)


Wednesdays 
9:30-10:30am Building Better Bones  4/3-5/22    #60609     $42
($7 drop in)


Mondays
5:30-6:30pm Intro to Pilates 4/8-5/20    #60611    $42
 
6:30-7:30pm Pilates & Stretch 4/8-5/20    #60610    $42
 
 Register Online Today!
www.tempe.gov/brochure
For More Information: 480-350-5200



Current Classes:
Mondays
5:30-6:30pm Intro to Pilates 1/7-3/25    #60608    
 
6:30-7:30pm Pilates & Stretch 1/7-3/25    #60607    
 
Wednesdays 
9:30-10:30am Building Better Bones 1/16-3/27    #60606    
$7 drop in


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