Natalie Guion
Mat Pilates
Please join me in a contemporary style mixed levels Pilates class that enhances your inner and outer alignment through the mind-body connection, Pilates exercises and graceful movements. We will flow on our mats with our core as our guide to strengthen and lengthen our muscles to improve posture, balance and flexibility. This class is for novices to experts and everyone in between. This class will be joy-led so come ready to work hard, move with grace, smile and drop into our bodies on the mat.
MAT PILATES CLASSES
Classes will be taught using slow, controlled movements.
Modifications are suggested for beginners or for those with physical limitations and is suitable for all levels.
Mat Pilates is a challenging yet safe method to lengthen and sculpt your body and to feel increased agility in your everyday movements.
Pilates is a system of repetitive exercises performed on a yoga mat or other equipment to promote strength, stability, and flexibility.
Pilates exercises develop the body through muscular effort that stems from the core.
MAT PILATES: “flowing motion outward from a strong center.”
Flow requires a deep understanding of the movement and incorporates precise muscle activation and timing
The 6 Pilates principles (Breath, Concentration, Control, Precision, Centre and Flow)
Breathing. Pilates believed that breathing is the most important part of exercise and that people should learn the art of deep breathing.