Big Ball Mat Pilates - Comming Soon!!

I am so excited to be developing a new ONLINE Mat Pilates class - BIG BALL Mat Pilates!

This class will be officially launched in February 2025, in the meantime I will be setting up some short teaser try-out classes for those that are curious!  Stay tuned for the teaser try-out class options, I will post them here as well as on my Linktree🔗! 

 

This class will be an intermediate (level 2) Mat Pilates using a large stability ball focusing on deep core and long lean muscle strength, challenging stability, flexibility, balance and endurance. In this class we will use a large stability ball and resistance band as well as optional props, a Pilates Circle and small hand weights.

Prerequisite: Pilates 1 or or experience in Pilates

Required props - Large stability Ball 

Big Ball sizing chart

22" (55cm) ball - under 5' to 5'4" tall 

26" (65cm) ball - 5'5" to 5'11" tall

29" (75cm) ball - 6'+ tall

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Let's talk props!

I am so incredibly thankful for the opportunity to continue to teach Pilates ONLINE!
One problem we face, however, is the inability for me to be able to share my props with you.
There is no need to go out and buy something if you do not choose to, and often we can use regular stuff that is sitting around the house, a pillow, a towel or even a cloth grocery bag in replace of a ball or resistance band.
Whether in an online class or in-person, for those that would like to have their own props for at home or to take to class, I promised I would share some of my favorite finds on Amazon for the props we use in a usual class. 

The two main props we use in class are the small stability ball and the resistance band. Optional props for level 2 and higher classes- a Pilates Circle and Light Hand weights. My list includes everything you may want to add to your fitness repertoire, including Pilates mats, props, weights to toesox! View my Amazon prop list by clicking below.

Pilates with Susie Pilates Props List!🔗

Again, please do not feel obligated to buy anything, but if you fancy yourself a ball, band, circle or new mat, I hope this is helpful! Please feel free to contact me with any questions! 

Keep moving!!

STOTT PILATES® Five Basic Principles

Using Contemporary Pilates Principles to Achieve Optimal Fitness
Article by Moira Merrithew, STOTT PILATES® Executive Director, Education

The Introduction of the Five Basic Principles
Principal 1 Breathing
Principal 2 Pelvic Placement
Principal 3 Rib Cage Placement
Principal 4 Scapular Stabilization
Principal 5 Head and Cervical Placement

Five Basic Principles
The aim of contemporary, anatomically-based Pilates training, such as STOTT PILATES,® is to develop optimal neuromuscular performance by focusing on core stability, while safely balancing muscular strength with flexibility. Whether performed on a mat or on specialized equipment, Pilates that incorporates modern theories of exercise science and spinal rehabilitation should
involve the following biomechanical principles: breathing, pelvic placement, rib cage placement, scapular movement and stabilization, and head and cervical placement.

By introducing these principles and reinforcing them over time, awareness of how the body moves is developed. This mind-body awareness ensures focus on precision and control to realize the full benefits of any exercise program.

Visit each one of the The Five Basic Principles accompanied by simple exercises to help illustrate them.

Principal 1 Breathing
Principal 2 Pelvic Placement
Principal 3 Rib Cage Placement
Principal 4 Scapular Stabilization
Principal 5 Head and Cervical Placement

Article by Moira Merrithew, STOTT PILATES® Executive Director, Education

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"Pilates is gaining the mastery of your mind over the complete control over your body." - Joseph Pilates

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Monday night Pilates Yoga Power Sculpt is BACK on ZOOM!

Registration for all 🌟Holiday classes is per screen, do Pilates with a friend or family member for one registration (this is only good for non-community ed classes)!

Register for 2🌟Holiday classes to receive 5% off!

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"The Pilates Method teaches you to be in control of your body and not at its mercy.” -Joseph Pilates