 I received an email from the City of Tempe where they notified us that all events and classes are officially canceled until the end of May. (at the very least) In the meantime, why not try group class with me via Zoom? Current Zoom Class Offerings as of 5/27/20 Mondays 6-7pm Mixed Level Pilates & Stretch For full class descriptions or to register: bit.ly/pps-classes
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Info Current as of 5/27/2020 (I’ll keep adding the dates for new info as things are changing quite frequently and rapidly for all of us) Exercise and healthy movement are even more critical during these turbulent times. It boosts your immune system and helps manage stress on many levels. Click here for a great article from the Mayo. Since our world and our lives are in a very fluid and adaptive state, I have tried to create some workable options for maintaining a movement or self-care practice with me. I truly hope we can all stay safe, healthy, and agile during this time. If you have any specific requests, suggestions, or need any more information- please feel free to contact me. Are you missing your usual dose of healthy, feel good movement? Do you miss connecting, talking, and moving with another human being? (I’m definitely missing interacting with everyone I don’t get to see right now) Are you having a hard time figuring out how to incorporate the movement or stretching you need & want into your current disrupted schedule? Are you adapting to a new working station or set up at home and noticing that it may be creating some new challenges and postural imbalances? I’m here to help! We can use FaceTime or Zoom for private sessions. You can even record our session for future reference and use. I’ve created some new options in terms of length of sessions, scheduling, payment etc. for you to try. Please scroll down for details. What is FaceTime? Facetime is an app on apple products for video chatting. If you have any apple device, it is on there! Click here to check out a tutorial from apple on how to use FaceTime. What is Zoom? Zoom is a video conferencing app/website that you can use at a basic level free of charge. Click here to check it out and see how easy it is to join a meeting. Feeling unsure about using the technology? Connect with me and let's see if we can figure it out. Just like a lot of like skills, using these resources or tools can feel way more comfortable after you walk through it or try it a few times. What can you do in a Session? For my Fst clients:
For my Pilates peeps:
Why invest in private sessions?
Here’s a testimonial from a client who has tried using a virtual approach: “I was in a serious car accident (5 broken ribs, whiplash, back pain, seatbelt trauma) in the Fall of 2019. After my hospital stay, I was home and knew that I needed to begin moving in healthy ways or risk further injury and certainly delay my recovery. I had been a client of Pippa’s for several years and knew she was conservative and uniquely talented in understanding injury rehab and body mechanics. So after a phone call, we set up a remote session where I used my iPad. She modeled for me the exercises I should do and then corrected me as I performed those for her. I repeated those exercises daily which helped speed my recovery. This was certainly important for my broken body, but just as important, Pippa’s video session helped me in my mental recovery! Instead of focusing on my pain and getting discouraged, Pippa gave me positive movements to focus on while I was home alone - and the confidence that I would get better!” The Details: 60 mins $74 Scheduling: Please contact me directly to schedule sessions. Feel like you can’t book in advance? No problem, feel free to text me (602-614-0675) as close as the day before or morning of to request a session. (texting is better than emailing) As usual, I will have more options to offer with more notice but I truly understand how crazy everything is right now! How it Works: Once we schedule a session, you’ll receive an email confirmation and an invoice via square. You can pay securely online in advance. I will initiate the facetime call or we both log in to our zoom meeting at our scheduled day & time. What you need: What do you have at your disposal? It’s ideal for you to let me know what you have ahead of time, but it’s ok to let me know at the beginning of the session. I can also make some suggestions of household items that we can get creative with. This can be done in a chair, on the floor, standing, at your desk- whatever you need! The only requirements are a device that allows you to connect to zoom or facetime and an internet connection. Have some questions? Click here to contact me directly. I'm happy to connect and figure out how to make this work as optimally as possible for you. One More Thing... Here’s a link that explains why and how Pilates boosts the Immune System. Interested in virtual Pilates, but not one on one sessions? There’s a wide variety of options, from short you tube videos for free to full workout length videos for purchase, as well as easy ways to join group classes with me. Get more info on virtual options with me- click here Want to help support my small, independent business?
These are very challenging times. The sessions and classes you take now will help ensure the survival and viability of this company and its services. Please help spread the word! Here’s how: - Forward this info to anyone you think might find it helpful or relevant. - Word of Mouth is powerful! Tell anyone you think might benefit from my services. - Help me stay connected. Please feel free to reach out to say hi! and let me know how you're doing. Thanks for checking out this blog post. Click here if you want to connect with me! Here’s a very funny but inspiring article about what Pilates can do for you! (if you enjoy British humor, the you’ll love it) 'Pilates-changed-my-life’ stories are annoying… but it did (click here)  Classes start on Monday January 6, 2020
Registration is now open for everyone…. Mondays Introduction to Pilates 5:30-6:30 p.m #64852 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. All levels welcome, especially beginners. 1/6-3/23 No class 1/20, 2/17. Drop-in Fee: $7. Fee: $53. Register online: click here Pilates & Stretch 6:30-7:30 p.m #64854 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. 1/6-3/23 No class 1/20, 2/17. Drop-in Fee: $7. Fee: $53. Register online: click here Wednesdays Building Better Bones 9:30-10:30 a.m. #64848 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. 1/8-3/25 Drop-in Fee: $7. Fee: $64 Register online: click here Please register for the classes you'd like to attend in order to meet enrollment minimums! You can register online today... www.tempe.gov/brochure For More Information: 480-350-5200  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...  With the summer heat approaching, most of us try to get out of town a bit more. On my recent trip to California, I squeezed in some time between my 6ish hour drive and a Pilates lesson (with Diedra Manns) to roll out my feet, do some mat Pilates, and take a nice long walk. It not only helped clear my mind and feel grounded, it also balanced out my body after many hours sitting in the car. The driving is especially uncomfortable for my right ankle, making the foot rolling before the walk really important. You don’t need to bring tons of gear with you to take care of yourself while on the go. I usually bring a mat, foot kit, yoga tune up balls, and a resistance band. How do you feel about your self care, especially body care, while traveling? Need some ideas or suggestions? I’m happy to help. - You can set up private mat Pilates lessons to create a program. We can video and strategize to maximize efficiency of your time. (click here) or - You can also use any of my you tube videos on their own or in addition to some of your favorites from class. (click here) (Keep an eye out for updates on a subscription channel with full length workout videos...)  Group Classes at Kiwanis Recreation Center 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. ) Summer Session Classes Mondays 5:30-6:30pm Intro to Pilates 6/3-8/19 #62151 $59 6:30-7:30pm Pilates & Stretch 6/3-8/19 #62150 $59 Wednesdays 9:30-10:30am Building Better Bones 6/5-8/21 #62112 $59 *No Classes 7/1 or 7/3* Register Online Today! www.tempe.gov/brochure For More Information: 480-350-5200 Don't want to wait until June? Spring Session is Ongoing...... 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 Wednesdays 9:30-10:30am Building Better Bones 4/3-5/22 #60609 $42 ($7 drop in) Questions? Click here to contact me directly  Here’s an oldie but a goodie! We did these the other day in class, and I think we all felt the better for it. Our Scapula, or shoulder blades, are designed to glide freely! Laying on your side and focusing on one side at a time can make it a lot easier to get some glide, initiate from the shoulder blade, and keep your neck as relaxed as possible. Enjoyed the video, but have questions or need some help? Click here to contact me directly....
 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...  |
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